JKSSB Warder Recruitment 2026

The Jammu and Kashmir Services Selection Board (JKSSB) has officially issued the JKSSB Warder Recruitment 2026 Notification for 288 UT Cadre Warder vacancies in the J&K Prisons Department under the Home Department. This recruitment offers a promising opportunity for candidates seeking a government job in the prison administration of Jammu & Kashmir. Eligible applicants can submit their online applications through the official JKSSB website from 27 July 2026 to 25 August 2026.

Candidates who have completed Matriculation or 10+2 from a recognized board are eligible to apply, subject to fulfilling the prescribed age limit and physical standards. Apart from the written examination, applicants must also qualify the Physical Standard Test (PST) and Physical Endurance Test (PET) to move forward in the selection process.

Interested candidates should carefully read the official notification before applying, as it contains complete information regarding category-wise vacancies, eligibility conditions, physical requirements, examination pattern, application fee, and other important instructions.

JKSSB Warder Recruitment 2026 Overview

Important Dates

Candidates should keep track of the important recruitment schedule.

JKSSB Warder Vacancy 2026

A total of 288 vacancies have been notified under different reservation categories.

Educational Qualification

Candidates must possess the following educational qualification.

Candidates should ensure they possess the required qualification before submitting the application.

Age Limit

The age will be calculated as on 1 January 2026.

The minimum age required is 18 years.

Application Fee

Candidates must pay the prescribed application fee through the online payment gateway.

Physical Standard Test (PST)

Applicants must satisfy the physical standards prescribed by JKSSB.

Male Candidates

Female Candidates

Physical Endurance Test (PET)

Candidates qualifying the PST will appear for the PET.

Male Candidates

Female Candidates

Selection Process

The recruitment process consists of multiple stages.

Stage 1 – Written Examination

Candidates will first appear in an objective-type written examination.

Stage 2 – Physical Standard Test (PST)

Candidates qualifying the written examination will undergo measurement of prescribed physical standards.

Stage 3 – Physical Endurance Test (PET)

Eligible candidates will be required to complete the prescribed physical efficiency tests.

Stage 4 – Document Verification

Original educational, identity, and reservation documents will be verified.

Stage 5 – Medical Examination

Final appointment will be subject to medical fitness as per JKSSB norms.

Exam Pattern

Salary

Selected candidates will receive salary under Pay Level-2.

How to Apply for JKSSB Warder Recruitment 2026

Candidates can complete the online application by following these steps.

1. Visit the official JKSSB website.
2. Click on the JKSSB Warder Recruitment 2026 notification.
3. Complete the online registration process.
4. Log in using the generated credentials.
5. Fill in the application form carefully.
6. Upload photograph, signature, and required certificates.
7. Pay the application fee online.
8. Verify all entered details before final submission.
9. Submit the application and save the confirmation page for future reference.

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