The Subordinate Services Selection Board, Punjab (SSSB Punjab) was established under Article 309 of the Indian Constitution. Its primary objective is to recruit personnel for Group B, Group C, and Group D services within various Punjab Government establishments, based on requisitions received from them.
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Punjab Subordinate Services Selection Board
PermanentApr. 21, 2026
Subordinate Services Selection Board Punjab Warder & Matron Recruitment 2026 - 532 Vacancies
Important Dates
Published
Mar. 28, 2026
2
Starts
Apr. 1, 2026
3
Deadline
Apr. 21, 2026
4
Exam Date
TBA
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Job Analysis
AI-generated insights
Best-Fit Profile
This recruitment is ideal for individuals, both male and female (for Matron), seeking a stable government career in Punjab. Candidates who have passed 10+2 with Punjabi as a compulsory subject and meet specific physical and age requirements are highly suitable. It's particularly well-suited for those looking for entry-level (Group C) roles with the Punjab Government, offering a respectable pay scale and opportunities for various reserved categories including Ex-Servicemen and Sports persons.
Important Considerations
Candidates who do not meet the minimum educational qualification of 10+2 with Punjabi, or fail to satisfy the rigorous physical measurement and efficiency test standards, should not apply. Individuals outside the prescribed age limits (18-27 years for General, with specific relaxations for other categories) as of January 1, 2026, will also be ineligible. Furthermore, non-Punjab residents will not receive reservation benefits.
Career Impact
Working as a Warder or Matron for the Punjab Government through the SSSB Punjab offers a secure and respected position within the state's correctional services. These are Group C posts, providing job stability, fixed pay scales as per the 7th Central Pay Commission, and opportunities for career progression within the state government framework. While entry-level, the sheer volume of vacancies (532) signifies a significant recruitment drive, contributing to the public service sector in Punjab.
Note: This is a helpful, AI-generated overview designed to save you time. Always refer to the official PDF notification for complete and final details.
About Punjab Subordinate Services Selection Board
Job Posts
WarderMatron
Eligibility Criteria
Educational Qualification
- For Warder: Candidates must have passed 10+2 or an equivalent examination from any recognized Education Board. Punjabi must have been a compulsory or elective subject, or an equivalent examination in Punjabi Language as specified by the Government.
- For Matron: Female candidates must have passed 10+2 or an equivalent examination from any recognized Education Board. Punjabi must have been a compulsory or elective subject, or an equivalent examination in Punjabi Language as specified by the Government. Only women are eligible for Matron posts.
- General Requirement: As per Punjab Civil Services (General and Common Conditions of Service) Rules, 1994, Rule 17, no person shall be appointed to any post by direct appointment unless they have passed the Matriculation examination with Punjabi as one of the compulsory or elective subjects or any other equivalent examination in Punjabi language as specified by the Government.
Age Limit Details
- General Category: 18-27 years.
- SC/BC (Punjab Residents): Upper age limit up to 32 years.
- Pensioned Soldiers of Armed Forces: Upper age limit up to 40 years.
- Men resigned from Armed Forces (minimum 3 years of service): Upper age limit up to 30 years.
- Men who have served 5 years or more in the Police Force: Upper age limit up to 30 years.
- Army Reserve Men: Upper age limit up to 35 years.
- State and Central Government Employees: Upper age limit up to 45 years.
- Ex-Servicemen (Punjab Residents): Upper age relaxation will be as per Punjab Recruitment of Ex-servicemen Rules, 1982, after deducting the period of military service from their age.
- Widows, Legally Separated/Divorced Women: Upper age limit up to 35 years.
- The cut-off date for determining age limits and qualifications is 01-01-2026.
Salary & Pay Scale
Candidates selected for the posts of Warder and Matron will be compensated according to the 7th Central Pay Scale, specifically at Level 2, with a pay range of Rs. 19,900 - 63,200.
Further details regarding pay scale and allowances will adhere to the instructions issued by the Finance Department (Finance Personnel-1 Branch) via letter no: 7/204/2012-4FP1/66-72 dated 15/01/2015, letter no: 07/204/2015-4FP1/853793 dated 04/10/2016, and any subsequent directives from time to time.
Vacancy Breakdown (Category-wise)
- General229
- SC (M&B)54
- SC (R&O)53
- BC53
- Ex-Servicemen (General)38
- Ex-Servicemen (SC M&B)11
- Ex-Servicemen (SC R&O)10
- Ex-Servicemen (BC)10
- Sports (General)12
- Sports (SC M&B)3
- Sports (SC R&O)2
- Freedom Fighter5
- Economically Weaker Section52
Total Vacancies532
How to Apply
- Candidates must apply online only through the official website https://sssb.punjab.gov.in under the “Apply Online” link.
- The application portal will be active from 01-04-2026 to 21-04-2026. Applications received through any other mode will not be accepted and will be considered rejected.
- Registration and Login: Click on the “Apply Online” link on the Board’s website. New users must click “Registration” and fill in their details to generate a User ID and Password, which will be their registered Email ID. This User ID/Password should be kept safe for future use.
- Online Application Form Filling: Candidates must accurately fill in their personal, educational, and other required information. Upload a passport-sized photo (or capture live) and scanned signatures. Applications without photos and signatures will be considered incomplete and rejected.
- After filling details, click “Save Draft” or “Next”. Then, upload scanned copies of mandatory documents (10th class certificate, educational qualification certificates, etc.) in PDF format as a single file by clicking “Attach Annexure”. After uploading, click “Save Documents”.
- Fee Payment: Proceed to “Make Payment” to pay the application fee online.
- Submission: After successful fee payment, click “Submit”. The complete application form will be displayed on the screen. Candidates should print a copy for future reference. The application form will only be accepted after successful fee payment.
- No Edits After Submission: Once the application form is submitted, no modifications will be allowed under any circumstances.
- Candidates will not be exempted from the application fee, and failure to pay the fee will result in the application being considered incomplete and rejected from the outset.
Application Fee
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| General Category/Freedom Fighter/Sports | Rs. 1000/- |
| SC/BC/EWS | Rs. 250/- |
| Ex-Servicemen & Dependents | Rs. 200/- |
Note: Once paid, the application fee will not be refunded under any circumstances.
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Job Analysis
AI-generated insights
Best-Fit Profile
This recruitment is ideal for individuals, both male and female (for Matron), seeking a stable government career in Punjab. Candidates who have passed 10+2 with Punjabi as a compulsory subject and meet specific physical and age requirements are highly suitable. It's particularly well-suited for those looking for entry-level (Group C) roles with the Punjab Government, offering a respectable pay scale and opportunities for various reserved categories including Ex-Servicemen and Sports persons.
Important Considerations
Candidates who do not meet the minimum educational qualification of 10+2 with Punjabi, or fail to satisfy the rigorous physical measurement and efficiency test standards, should not apply. Individuals outside the prescribed age limits (18-27 years for General, with specific relaxations for other categories) as of January 1, 2026, will also be ineligible. Furthermore, non-Punjab residents will not receive reservation benefits.
Career Impact
Working as a Warder or Matron for the Punjab Government through the SSSB Punjab offers a secure and respected position within the state's correctional services. These are Group C posts, providing job stability, fixed pay scales as per the 7th Central Pay Commission, and opportunities for career progression within the state government framework. While entry-level, the sheer volume of vacancies (532) signifies a significant recruitment drive, contributing to the public service sector in Punjab.
Note: This is a helpful, AI-generated overview designed to save you time. Always refer to the official PDF notification for complete and final details.
Official Links
Prepare Your Application Documents
🔒 100% Secure & In-Browser: Filling out the application form? Use these free utilities to easily format and compress your uploads. All tools process files locally in your browser—nothing is ever uploaded to our servers.
Smart Image Resizer
Compress photo/signature to exact KB limits (e.g. 20-50KB) for SSC, UPSC.
Passport Photo Maker
Crop and tile photos into printable A4 or 4x6 sheet grids.
Signature Extractor
Remove gray shadows & shadows from signature photos.
Image to PDF Combiner
Merge multiple marksheets/certificates into a single lightweight PDF.
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