Jammu & Kashmir Services Selection Board (JKSSB) has released the JKSSB Warder Recruitment 2026 notification to fill 288 Warder (UT Cadre) posts in the Home Department (J&K Prisons Department). This recruitment is open to eligible domicile candidates of the Union Territory of Jammu & Kashmir. Candidates who have passed Matriculation and have not completed 10+2 are eligible to apply. The online application process started on 27 July 2026 and will remain open until 25 August 2026. Selected candidates will be appointed under Pay Level-2 and will undergo a written examination, physical tests, medical examination, and document verification.
Name of Organization
Jammu & Kashmir Services Selection Board (JKSSB)
Post Name
Warder (UT Cadre)
Education
Minimum Matric and Maximum 10+2 from a recognized Board; Domicile of UT of Jammu & Kashmir
Total Vacancies
288
Salary
Pay Level-2 (₹19,900 – ₹63,200)
Age Limit
18–40 Years (OM), 18–43 Years (Reserved Categories)
Application Fee
₹700 (General), ₹600 (SC/ST-1/ST-2/EWS)
Selection Process
Written Examination, PST, PET, Medical Examination, Document Verification
Apply Mode
Online
Job Location
Jammu & Kashmir (UT)
Last Date to Apply
25 August 2026
Vacancy Details
Post Name
Vacancy
Education
Warder (UT Cadre)
288
Minimum Matric and Maximum 10+2 from a recognized Board/Institution; J&K UT Domicile
Category-wise vacancies:
Category
Vacancies
OM
115
SC
23
ST-1
29
ST-2
29
RBA
11
ALC/IB
29
OBC
24
EWS
28
How to Apply
Visit the official JKSSB online application portal.
Register using a valid email ID and mobile number.
Fill in the online application form with personal, educational, domicile, and category details.
Upload the required documents, including photograph, signature, educational certificates, domicile certificate, and category certificate (if applicable).
Pay the application fee through the online payment gateway.
Verify all entered details before submitting the application.
Submit the application form and download or print the confirmation page for future reference.