Karnataka Prisons Warder and Jailor Recruitment 2026: Apply Online for 869 Uniformed Posts via KEA
Recruitment Stages & Upcoming Exam Milestones
Official selection stages and schedule updates as notified by Karnataka Examinations Authority
Online Application Window
Application window closed on 15 Oct 2026
Stage 1: Competitive Written Examination
(OMR-based Objective Test, 100 Questions, 100 Marks, 2 Hours, 0.25 Negative Marking per wrong answer)
Stage 2: Physical Standard Test (PST)
Height, Chest, and Weight verification as per official service norms
Stage 3: Physical Endurance Test (PET)
1,600m run (Men) / 1,000m run (Women), Long Jump, and High Jump / Shot Put (Qualifying nature)
Stage 4: Original Document Verification
(SSLC / Degree, Kannada Medium, Rural, and Article 371(J) Kalyana Karnataka certificates)
15-Second Executive Decision Summary
Verified key decision factors extracted directly from official notification
869
Warder (Male - Residual Parent Cadre / RPC), Warder (Male - Kalyana Karnataka / KK Region), Warder-cum-Nursing Assistant
TENTH PASS
Verify My Eligibility20 – 28 Yrs
as on 15 Oct 2026
₹21,400–₹70,850
View In-Hand SimulatorAbout this Recruitment
The Karnataka Examinations Authority (KEA), in coordination with the Karnataka Prisons and Correctional Services Department, has issued recruitment notifications (ED/KEA/22/NE.VI/2026 & ED/KEA/23/NE.VI/2026) for 869 uniformed vacancies comprising Warders (Male & Warder-cum-Nursing), Jailors, and Instructor Grade-II posts across Residual Parent Cadre (RPC) and Kalyana Karnataka (KK) regions. Candidates who have passed SSLC (Class 10) are eligible to apply for Warder posts, while a Bachelor's degree is required for Jailor posts. Selection involves a statewide OMR-based written examination (100 marks) followed by mandatory Physical Standard Tests (PST) and Physical Endurance Tests (PET), including 1,600m run and jumps. Successful Warder candidates will be inducted into State Pay Scale Level 3 (₹21,400 – ₹42,000) with starting in-hand pay of ~₹31,000–₹34,500 monthly. Online applications are accepted on cetonline.karnataka.gov.in from 19 September 2026 until 15 October 2026.
✨ Copilot Highlights
- 869 uniformed vacancies announced for Warder (730 posts), Jailor (83 posts), and technical positions across Karnataka Prisons.
- Dual cadre distribution: 663 vacancies in Residual Parent Cadre (RPC) and 206 reserved vacancies for Kalyana Karnataka (KK / Article 371-J).
- Accessible educational qualifications: 10th Class / SSLC Pass for Warder, and Bachelor's Degree for Jailor posts.
- Comprehensive physical evaluation: 168 cm minimum height for male general candidates and 1,600-meter endurance run in 6 min 30 sec.
- Competitive state pay structure: Level 3 (₹21,400 - ₹42,000) for Warders and Level 7 (₹37,900 - ₹70,850) for Jailors.
Age Limit & Eligibility Calculator
Minimum Age
20 Years
Maximum Age
28 Years
* Age calculated as on: 15 October 2026
Category-Wise Age Relaxations:
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Important Dates & Timeline
Notification Released
17 September 2026
Application Start Date
19 September 2026
Last Date to Apply
15 October 2026
Exam Date
21 November 2026
Vacancy Breakdown
| Post Name | Vacancies | Eligibility |
|---|---|---|
| Warder (Male - Residual Parent Cadre / RPC) | 542 | TENTH PASS |
| Warder (Male - Kalyana Karnataka / KK Region) | 188 | TENTH PASS |
| Warder-cum-Nursing Assistant | 46 | TENTH PASS |
| Jailor (Residual Parent Cadre / RPC) | 65 | ANY GRADUATE |
| Jailor (Kalyana Karnataka / KK Region) | 18 | ANY GRADUATE |
| Instructor Grade-II (Prisons) | 10 | DIPLOMA |
Pay Scale & In-Hand Salary Simulator
Pay Level / Grade: Karnataka Revised Pay Scale Level 3 (₹21,400 - ₹42,000 for Warder) & Level 7 (₹37,900 - ₹70,850 for Jailor)
Official Pay Scale
₹21,400 - ₹42,000 (Warder) / ₹37,900 - ₹70,850 (Jailor)
₹24,710
/ month (take-home)Credited directly to the candidate's salary account after statutory NPS (10%) and medical deductions.
Approx Annual Gross (CTC)
₹3.27 LPA
Verified Statutory Pay Rules & Legal Disclaimer
Statutory Rules Disclaimer: The in-hand salary figures displayed above are illustrative estimates computed under 7th Central Pay Commission (7th CPC) / State Government Pay Matrix norms (Basic Pay + Dearness Allowance + City-Tier HRA + Transport Allowance minus statutory 10% NPS and health insurance contributions). Actual net monthly take-home on the candidate's official pay slip will vary based on exact posting location, city classification, entitlement/opting of government quarters (which waives HRA), and department-specific allowances. For binding statutory terms, please refer to the official recruitment notification.
Exam Pattern & Detailed Syllabus
Official exam stages, subject marks distribution & interactive preparation tracker
Stage 1: Competitive Written Examination
Exam Mode: Offline OMR Based Objective Multiple Choice Test
| Subject / Section | No. of Questions | Max Marks | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| General Knowledge, Karnataka Affairs & Current Events | 50 | 50 | 60 min |
| General Kannada & General English Language Proficiency | 25 | 25 | 30 min |
| Mental Ability, Analytical Reasoning & Basic Mathematics | 25 | 25 | 30 min |
Interactive Syllabus & Topic Study Tracker
Check off topics as you study — progress automatically saves to your browser.
General Knowledge & Current Affairs
0 / 5 doneGeneral Kannada & General English
0 / 4 doneMental Ability & Arithmetic
0 / 3 doneHow to Apply Online: Step-by-Step Guide
Keep all required educational certificates, scanned photograph, and signature ready before opening the application form.
Visit the KEA official application portal at https://cetonline.karnataka.gov.in/kea/.
Click on 'Prisons & Correctional Services Recruitment - 2026 (Advt No. 22/2026 & 23/2026)'.
Register with your mobile number, email ID, and Aadhaar number to generate your Application ID and Password.
Select your applying post (Warder / Jailor / Instructor) and Cadre quota (Residual Parent Cadre or Kalyana Karnataka 371-J).
Enter personal bio-data, academic qualifications (SSLC / Degree marks), and reservation category claims.
Upload scanned copies of your passport-size photo (20–40 KB JPG) and signature (10–20 KB JPG).
Pay the application fee (₹500 for General/OBC, ₹250 for SC/ST/Cat-1) via KEA integrated online payment gateway.
Submit the completed form, download the generated PDF confirmation slip, and save it for future PST/PET rounds.
SSLC / 10th Standard Marks Card
Mandatory qualification and Date of Birth verification certificate
Degree / Diploma Certificate and Marks Cards (for Jailor / Instructor)
Official university graduation degree certificate from recognized institution
Caste and Income Certificate (Cat-1, 2A, 2B, 3A, 3B, SC, ST)
Issued in Form-D / Form-E / Form-F by competent Karnataka Revenue Authority (Tahsildar)
Article 371(J) Kalyana Karnataka Region Certificate
Form-A certificate issued by Assistant Commissioner for Hyderabad-Karnataka local reservation
Kannada Medium and Rural Study Certificate (1st to 10th standard)
Signed by Headmaster and countersigned by BEO for claiming special horizontal reservation
Recent Passport Size Photograph & Signature
Clear photograph (20–40 KB) and signature (10–20 KB) in JPG/JPEG format
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Physical Standard Test (PST) & Physical Efficiency Test (PET)
Mandatory physical measurements and endurance criteria as prescribed in the official notification.
| Category & Gender | Height (Min) | Chest (Min / Exp) | Running / Race | Other Events |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Male Candidates (General / OBC / SC) | Minimum 168 cm | 86 cm unexpanded with minimum 5 cm expansion (expanded 91 cm) | 1,600 Meters Race in maximum 6 Minutes 30 Seconds | Long Jump: Minimum 3.80 meters (3 attempts) OR High Jump: Minimum 1.20 meters (3 attempts) |
| Male Candidates (Tribals from Western Ghats / Forest Regions) | Minimum 163 cm | 83.8 cm with minimum 5 cm expansion | 1,600 Meters Race in maximum 6 Minutes 30 Seconds | Long Jump: Minimum 3.80 meters OR High Jump: Minimum 1.20 meters |
| Female Candidates (All Categories) | Minimum 157 cm | Not Applicable | 1,000 Meters Race in maximum 5 Minutes 00 Seconds | Long Jump: Minimum 2.50 meters (3 attempts) OR High Jump: Minimum 0.90 meters (3 attempts) |
Application Fee Details
Payment Modes: KEA Integrated e-Payment Gateway, Internet Banking, Debit Cards / Credit Cards (RuPay / Visa / MasterCard), UPI (PhonePe, Google Pay, BHIM), Computerized Post Office E-Payment Challan
Selection Process
Frequently Asked Questions
How many total vacancies are announced in Karnataka Prisons Recruitment 2026?
A total of 869 vacancies have been released under KEA Advt 22/2026 & 23/2026: 730 posts for Warder (Male), 46 for Warder-cum-Nursing Assistant, 83 for Jailor, and 10 for Instructor Grade-II across RPC and KK regions.
What is the minimum educational qualification required for Warder and Jailor posts?
For Warder posts, candidates must have passed SSLC (Class 10) from the Karnataka Secondary Education Examination Board or equivalent. For Jailor posts, candidates must hold a Bachelor's Degree in any discipline from a recognized University.
What are the age limits for Warder and Jailor posts under KEA?
The general age limit is 20 to 28 years as of 15 October 2026. Upper age relaxation of 3 years is available for OBC candidates (Categories 2A, 2B, 3A, 3B, up to 31 years) and 5 years for SC, ST, and Category-1 applicants (up to 33 years).
What are the physical standards (PST) required for Karnataka Warder recruitment?
Male candidates (UR/OBC/SC) must have a minimum height of 168 cm and chest measurement of 86 cm with at least 5 cm expansion. For male tribal candidates from specified hilly regions, the height requirement is 163 cm. Female candidates must have a minimum height of 157 cm and weight of at least 45 kg.
What are the physical endurance test (PET) events for Karnataka Warder?
Male candidates must complete a 1,600-meter run within 6 minutes 30 seconds, and either Long Jump (minimum 3.80 meters) or High Jump (minimum 1.20 meters) or Shot Put (7.26 kg for 5.60 meters). Female candidates must complete a 1,000-meter run in 5 minutes.
What is the written examination pattern for Karnataka Prisons recruitment?
The written test comprises 100 multiple-choice questions for 100 marks with a duration of 2 hours. It covers General Knowledge, Current Affairs, Kannada, English, and Mental Ability. A negative marking of 0.25 marks applies to every wrong answer.
What is the monthly salary of a Warder and Jailor in Karnataka?
Warders are placed in Karnataka Pay Scale Level 3 (₹21,400 – ₹42,000) with an estimated starting in-hand pay of ₹31,000 – ₹34,500 per month. Jailors are placed in Level 7 (₹37,900 – ₹70,850) with starting in-hand pay of approximately ₹52,000 – ₹57,000 per month.
What is the last date to apply online for Karnataka Prisons recruitment 2026?
Online application submission on cetonline.karnataka.gov.in closes on 15 October 2026, while the examination fee can be deposited until 16 October 2026.
Last Date to Apply
15 October 2026
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