The Punjab Subordinate Services Selection Board (PSSSB) has released the written examination schedule for various Exams . These exams will be conducted in January 2026 for vacancies in the Jail Department, Defence Welfare Department, and Punjab Bhawan.
Overview of Posts
- Warder (Male) & Matron (Female): Security-related posts in the Jail Department. Responsibilities include maintaining security, discipline, and order within correctional facilities.
- Assistant Superintendent: A supervisory officer role within the Jail Department, responsible for jail administration, inmate management, and security oversight.
- Clerk: A clerical post in the Defence Welfare Department, handling record-keeping, file management, and office administration.
- Telephone Operator: A technical support role in Punjab Bhawan, New Delhi, managing communication systems.
Important Dates
| Sr. No. | Advertisement No. | Department | Name of Post | No. of Posts | Date of Exam |
| 1 | 07 of 2025 | Jail Department | Warder | 451 | 11.01.2026 (Sunday) |
| 2 | 07 of 2025 | Jail Department | Matron | 20 | 11.01.2026 (Sunday) |
| 3 | 04 of 2025 | Defence Welfare | Clerk | 18 | 18.01.2026 (Sunday) |
| 4 | 06 of 2025 | Pb. Bhawan, Delhi | Telephone Operator | 9 | 18.01.2026 (Sunday) |
| 5 | 07 of 2025 | Jail Department | Asst. Superintendent | 29 | 18.01.2026 (Sunday) |
Age Criteria
(As per Punjab Govt. Rules & Letter dated 07.07.2025, age as on 01.01.2025)
| Minimum Age | 18 Years |
| Maximum Age | 27 Years |
| Category | Fees |
|---|---|
| General / Freedom Fighter / Sports | ₹1000 |
| SC / BC / EWS | ₹250 |
| Ex-Servicemen & Dependent | ₹200 |
Category- wise Posts Table (Assistant Superintendent)
| Sr. No. | Category | Total No. of Posts | Post Reserved for Women |
|---|---|---|---|
| 01 | General | 13 | 03 |
| 02 | EWS | 03 | 01 |
| 03 | SC (M&B) | 03 | 01 |
| 04 | SC (R&O) | 02 | 01 |
| 05 | BC | 03 | 01 |
| 06 | FF | 01 | 01 |
| 07 | ESM (SC M&B) | 01 | 00 |
| 08 | ESM (SC R&O) | 01 | 00 |
| 09 | BC ESM | 01 | 00 |
| 10 | General ESM | 01 | 00 |
| Total | – | 29 | 08 |
Warder & Matron Posts
| Sr. No. | Category | Warder (A) | Matron (B) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 01 | General | 57 | 00 |
| 02 | EWS | 46 | 02 |
| 03 | SC (M&B) | 45 | 02 |
| 04 | SC (R&O) | 45 | 02 |
| 05 | BC | 49 | 01 |
| 06 | FF | 20 | 00 |
| 07 | ESM (SC M&B) | 32 | 03 |
| 08 | ESM (SC R&O) | 32 | 03 |
| 09 | BC ESM | 32 | 03 |
| 10 | General ESM | 54 | 04 |
| 11 | Sports Gen. | 17 | 00 |
| 12 | Sports SC (M&B) | 11 | 00 |
| 13 | Sports SC (R&O) | 11 | 00 |
| Total | – | 451 | 20 |
Educational Qualification and PET/PMT Details
| Sr. No. | Post Name | Educational Qualification | Physical Efficiency / PMT (Physical Measurement Test) |
| 1 | Assistant Superintendent | • Must possess a Degree from a recognized university. | • As per Department rules (No specific PMT mentioned). |
| 2 |
Warder
(Male Candidates Only) |
• 10+2 (Intermediate) or equivalent from any recognized Board. • Punjabi subject must have been passed at Matric level (compulsory or elective). |
• Height: 5 ft 7 inch (Dogras/Gurkhas: 5 ft 4.5 inch) • Chest: 33″ (unexpanded), 34.5″ (expanded) • Vision: Normal vision in both eyes (spectacles allowed). Must not be colour blind. |
| 3 |
Matron
(Female Candidates Only) |
• 10+2 (Intermediate) or equivalent from any recognized Board. • Punjabi subject must have been passed at Matric level (compulsory or elective). |
• Height: 5 ft 3 inch • Weight: 50 kg or above • Vision: Normal vision in both eyes (spectacles allowed). Must not be colour blind. |
Exam Pattern & Selection Process
The selection generally involves a Written Exam followed by a Physical Test or Typing Test, depending on the post.
A. For Warder, Matron & Assistant Superintendent (Jail Dept)
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For Clerk & Telephone Operator
| Written Exam: | OMR Based |
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Note: Negative marking of 0.25 marks (1/4th) is usually applicable for wrong answers in PSSSB exams.
Salary
| Sr. No. | Post Name | Pay Level | Salary Scale |
| 1 | Assistant Superintendent | Level 6 | ₹35,400 – ₹1,12,400 |
| 2 | Warder / Matron | Level 2 | ₹19,900 – ₹63,200 |
Process to Download Admit Card
Admit cards will not be sent by post. Follow these steps to download:
- Visit Official Website: Go to the PSSSB official site.
- Navigate to Advertisements: Click on the “Advertisements” tab or look for the “Admit Card” link under the “Current News” section.
- Select Your Exam: Click on the link for “Admit Card for Advt No. 04, 06, 07 of 2025”.
- Enter Details:
- Enter your Application Number (Username).
- Enter your Date of Birth (DD/MM/YYYY) or Mobile Number.
- Download: Click “Submit” to view your admit card.
- Print: Save the PDF and take two printouts for the exam day.
Shift Timings & City Centres
- Exam Centres: The exact venue will be mentioned on your admit card. Centres are usually located in major districts like Chandigarh, Mohali (SAS Nagar), Jalandhar, Patiala, Ludhiana, etc.
- Shift Timings:
- Morning Shift: Generally 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM (Entry closes by 9:30 AM).
- Evening Shift: Generally 2:00 PM to 4:00 PM (Entry closes by 1:30 PM).
- Check your specific admit card for the confirmed reporting time.
