Haryana Prison Warder 2026: 1205 Government Jobs for 12th Pass Men and Women
Haryana Staff Selection Commission (HSSC) has released a big recruitment notification (Advt. No. 06/2026) for the post of Prison Warder in the Haryana Prisons Department, with a total of 1,205 vacancies. This includes 1,093 posts for Warder (Male) and 112 posts for Warder (Female). For thousands of 12th-pass young men and women in Haryana who want a stable government job in uniform, this is a wonderful opportunity. The posts come under the Haryana pay matrix Level FPL-2, offering a secure monthly salary with allowances.
One very important point — you must already be qualified in the Haryana CET (Group-C), Advt. No. 01/2025 to apply. The online application window is 24 June 2026 to 30 June 2026. In this article on GovtJobsAlert.in, we explain the vacancies, eligibility, physical standards, selection process, fees and key dates in very simple language. If you are searching for Haryana government jobs, read this fully so you do not miss any condition.
Key Highlights — HSSC Warder Recruitment 2026
HSSC conducts Group-C recruitment for many Haryana government departments. These Warder posts are in the Prisons Department, where your duty is to help maintain discipline and security inside jails. It is a respected, permanent state government job with a clear path for the future.
- Organisation: Haryana Staff Selection Commission (HSSC)
- Advertisement No.: 06/2026
- Post Name: Prison Warder (Male & Female)
- Total Vacancies: 1,205 posts (Male 1,093 + Female 112)
- Pay Level: FPL-2 (Functional Pay Level-2)
- Last Date to Apply: 30 June 2026
Vacancy Breakdown — HSSC Warder Posts 2026
| Post Name | Pay Level | Vacancies |
|---|---|---|
| Prison Warder (Male) | FPL-2 | 1,093 |
| Prison Warder (Female) | FPL-2 | 112 |
| Total | — | 1,205 |
Vacancies are reserved category-wise as per Haryana rules (General, EWS, SC — that is DSC and OSC — BC-A, BC-B and Ex-Servicemen). There are no PwBD vacancies in these Warder posts. Please check the official notification for the full category-wise breakup.
Eligibility Criteria — HSSC Warder Recruitment 2026
Educational Qualification
You must have passed 10+2 (Senior Secondary) or an equivalent examination from a recognised board, AND have studied Hindi or Sanskrit as one subject up to Matric (10th) or higher. Most importantly, you must hold a valid Haryana CET (Group-C) score from Advt. No. 01/2025 (minimum 50% for General and 40% for reserved categories). These are 12th-pass government jobs open to both male and female candidates.
Age Limit
The age limit is 18 to 25 years. Age relaxation of 5 years is given to candidates of SC, BC-A, BC-B and EWS categories of Haryana, and Ex-Servicemen get relaxation as per Haryana Government rules.
Physical Standards (PMT & PST) — HSSC Warder 2026
Since this is a uniformed prison post, you must clear the Physical Measurement Test (PMT) and the Physical Screening Test (PST/race). For male candidates, the standards are:
| Standard (Male) | Requirement |
|---|---|
| Height | 170 cm (168 cm for reserved categories) |
| Chest | 83 cm normal and 87 cm expanded (81 cm and 85 cm for reserved categories) |
| Race | 2.5 km in 12 minutes (Ex-Servicemen: 1 km in 5 minutes) |
For female candidates, the standards are:
| Standard (Female) | Requirement |
|---|---|
| Height | 158 cm (156 cm for reserved categories) |
| Race | 1 km in 6 minutes |
Both the PMT and PST are qualifying in nature, so practise your running and fitness in advance.
What is the Salary for HSSC Warder 2026?
The Prison Warder posts carry the Haryana pay matrix Level FPL-2 (Functional Pay Level-2). Along with the basic pay of this level, you receive dearness allowance, house rent allowance and other benefits as per Haryana Government rules. The exact basic pay figure is as per the Haryana pay matrix given in the official notification.
In short, the Warder post gives you a stable, regular monthly government salary at Pay Level FPL-2, plus allowances and the long-term security of a Haryana state government job.
A job in the Prisons Department also brings respect, strong job security and clear promotion avenues over your career.
What is the Selection Process for HSSC Warder 2026?
The selection has the following stages:
- Haryana CET (Group-C) score — a must-have to apply; shortlisting starts from your CET merit.
- Physical Measurement Test (PMT) — height and chest measurement (qualifying).
- Physical Screening Test (PST) / Race — the running test (qualifying).
- Written Examination — 100 MCQs for 100 marks, OMR-based, 1 hour 45 minutes, bilingual (Hindi and English).
- Document Verification — checking of all your certificates.
One unusual but important rule: there is no negative marking for a wrong answer, but one mark is deducted for every question you leave un-attempted (you must darken the fifth circle to skip a question on purpose). For preparation help, see our exam syllabus and pattern guide.
| Exam Detail | Value |
|---|---|
| Mode | OMR (Objective, offline) |
| Number of Questions | 100 |
| Maximum Marks | 100 |
| Duration | 1 hour 45 minutes |
| Language | Hindi and English |
| Wrong Answer | No negative marking |
| Un-attempted Question | Minus 1 mark each |
How to Apply Online for HSSC Warder 2026?
The application is online only. Follow these steps:
- First, make sure you have a valid Haryana CET (Group-C) Advt. 01/2025 score.
- From 24 June 2026, open the online application link given on the official HSSC website (link in Essential Links below).
- Fill the form with your personal, educational and CET details.
- Choose your post and department preferences carefully.
- Upload your photo, signature and the required certificates.
- Submit the form before 30 June 2026 (11:59 PM) and save a printout. Use the correction window on 1–2 July 2026 if needed.
Your admit card will be released later on the HSSC website — keep checking our admit card page.
Important Dates — HSSC Warder Recruitment 2026
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Date of publication | 22 June 2026 |
| Online application start | 24 June 2026 |
| Last date to apply | 30 June 2026 |
| Application correction window | 1–2 July 2026 |
Application Fees — HSSC Warder 2026
| Category | Application Fee |
|---|---|
| All candidates | No fee (Nil) |
Good news — no application fee is required for this advertisement. (A separate one-time CET registration fee was paid earlier at the CET stage, not for this post.)
Essential Links — HSSC Warder Recruitment 2026
- Download Official Notification PDF
- Apply Online for HSSC Warder Recruitment 2026
- Visit HSSC Official Website
- Join WhatsApp Channel for Government Jobs
- Join Telegram Channel for Government Jobs
- Join Haryana Govt Jobs Telegram Channel
With 1,205 vacancies, HSSC Warder Recruitment 2026 is a great chance for the 12th-pass youth of Haryana to get a secure uniformed government job. Make sure your CET score is ready, prepare well for the physical test, and apply between 24 and 30 June 2026. For more Haryana government job updates, keep visiting GovtJobsAlert.in. We wish you the very best!