JKSSB Recruitment 2026: Apply Online for 288 Warder Posts in J&K Prisons Department
The Jammu and Kashmir Services Selection Board (JKSSB) has released Advertisement Notification No. 05 of 2026 inviting online applications for 288 Warder posts in the J&K Prisons Department under the Home Department. Eligible candidates can apply online from 27 July 2026 to 25 August 2026.
JKSSB Warder Recruitment 2026 Overview
| Particular |
Details |
| Organization |
Jammu and Kashmir Services Selection Board (JKSSB) |
| Department |
Home Department (J&K Prisons Department) |
| Post Name |
Warder |
| Advertisement No. |
05 of 2026 |
| Total Vacancies |
288 |
| Pay Scale |
Level-2 (₹19,900 – ₹63,200) |
| Application Mode |
Online |
| Application Start Date |
27 July 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply |
25 August 2026 |
Category-wise Vacancy Details
| Category |
Posts |
| Open Merit (OM) | 115 |
| SC | 23 |
| ST-1 | 29 |
| ST-2 | 29 |
| OBC | 24 |
| ALC/IB | 11 |
| RBA | 29 |
| EWS | 28 |
| Total |
288 |
Educational Qualification
- Minimum Qualification: Matric (10th Pass).
- Maximum Qualification: 10+2 from a recognized Board/Institution.
Age Limit (As on 01 January 2026)
- Open Merit (OM): 40 Years
- SC/ST/RBA/OBC/EWS/ALC-IB: 43 Years
- Age relaxation for Ex-Servicemen as per Government rules.
Application Fee
| Category |
Fee |
| General/OBC |
₹700 |
| SC/ST-1/ST-2/EWS |
₹600 |
Physical Standard Test (PST)
Male Candidates
- Minimum Height: 5'6"
- Minimum Chest: 32" – 33.5"
Female Candidates
- Minimum Height: 5'2"
- Must be Physically Fit.
Physical Endurance Test (PET)
| Test |
Male |
Female |
| Running |
1600 Meters in 6 Minutes 30 Seconds |
1000 Meters in 6 Minutes 30 Seconds |
| Push-ups |
20 |
Not Applicable |
| Shot Put (4 Kg) |
Not Applicable |
14.5 Feet (3 Attempts) |
Note: PST and PET are qualifying in nature. No marks will be awarded.
Selection Process
- Written Examination
- Physical Standard Test (PST)
- Physical Endurance Test (PET)
- Document Verification
- Medical Examination
Important Instructions
- Applicants must possess a valid J&K Domicile Certificate.
- Only online applications will be accepted.
- Admit Cards will be issued separately on the official JKSSB website.
- Candidates should verify all details carefully before final submission as no corrections will be allowed later.
Important Dates
| Event |
Date |
| Notification Released |
06 July 2026 |
| Online Application Starts |
27 July 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply |
25 August 2026 |
