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PSSSB Jail Warder Syllabus & Exam Pattern 2026: Download Official PDF

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Updated: Jun 25, 2026
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The PSSSB has officially released the Jail Warder Syllabus 2026. Candidates are advised to review the official curriculum to structure their studies effectively. Download the complete Punjab Jail Warder syllabus PDF directly from this guide.

The Punjab Subordinate Services Selection Board (PSSSB) organizes the Jail Warder and Matron recruitment exam to select eligible candidates. To succeed, applicants must thoroughly analyze the detailed PSSSB Jail Warder syllabus and exam pattern provided in this comprehensive guide.

Mastering the syllabus and understanding the marking scheme is critical for your preparation. Below, we provide the Punjab Jail Warder syllabus, which you can download as a PDF. This outline emphasizes the essential subjects and high-weightage topics you need to focus on.

PSSSB Jail Warder Syllabus 2026

The official syllabus for the Jail Warder and Matron examination is published by the Punjab Subordinate Services Selection Board (PSSSB). If you have applied for the PSSSB Jail Warder 2026 exam, use this syllabus as your roadmap to build an effective study plan.

Candidates should carefully review the exam pattern, which covers key subjects such as Computer Science, Logical Reasoning, Quantitative Aptitude, English, Punjabi Language, and Basic Law and Constitution. A clear understanding of these sections is vital for achieving a high score.

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PSSSB Jail Warder Syllabus 2026 Highlights

The Punjab Jail Warder syllabus acts as an essential blueprint for your preparation. The PSSSB conducts this exam as a computer-based test (CBT) featuring multiple-choice questions. We have outlined the syllabus highlights and examination structure below for your convenience.

PSSSB Jail Warder Syllabus 2026: Key Highlights
Recruiting Organization Punjab Subordinate Service Selection Board (PSSSB)
Post Name Jail Warder and Matron
Selection Procedure Exam, Physical Test, Medical Test
Exam Duration 150 Minutes
Negative Marking -1/4th
Official Website sssb.punjab.gov.in

PSSSB Jail Warder Syllabus 2026 Subject-wise

The PSSSB Jail Warder syllabus covers a diverse range of topics, including Quantitative Aptitude, Logical Reasoning, English, Punjabi, Basic Law, Constitution, and ICT. Review the subject-wise breakdown for the Jail Warder and Matron exams detailed below.

Part A (Punjabi Qualifying Paper)

  1. ਜੀਵਨੀ ਅਤੇ ਰਚਨਾਵਾਂ ਨਾਲ ਸੰਬੰਧਤ ਪ੍ਰਸ਼ਨ:-
    ਸ੍ਰੀ ਗੁਰੂ ਨਾਨਕ ਦੇਵ ਜੀ, ਸ੍ਰੀ ਗੁਰੂ ਅੰਗਦ ਦੇਵ ਜੀ, ਸ੍ਰੀ ਗੁਰੂ ਅਮਰਦਾਸ ਜੀ,
    ਸ੍ਰੀ ਗੁਰੂ ਅਰਜਨ ਦੇਵ ਜੀ, ਸ੍ਰੀ ਗੁਰੂ ਤੇਗ ਬਹਾਦਰ ਜੀ, ਸ੍ਰੀ ਗੁਰੂ ਗੋਬਿੰਦ ਸਿੰਘ ਜੀ
  2. ਵਿਰੋਧਾਰਥਕ ਸ਼ਬਦ, ਸਮਾਨਾਰਥਕ ਸ਼ਬਦ
  3. ਮੁਹਾਵਰੇ
  4. ਅਖਾਣ
  5. ਸ਼ਬਦ ਦੇ ਭੇਦ
  6. ਅਗੇਤਰ / ਪਿਛੇਤਰ
  7. ਵਚਨ ਬਦਲੋ ਤੇ ਲਿੰਗ ਬਦਲੋ
  8. ਵਿਸ਼ਰਾਮ ਚਿੰਨ੍ਹ
  9. ਸ਼ਬਦਾਂ / ਵਾਕਾਂ ਨੂੰ ਸ਼ੁੱਧ ਕਰਕੇ ਲਿਖੋ
  10. ਅੰਗਰੇਜ਼ੀ ਸ਼ਬਦਾਂ ਦਾ ਪੰਜਾਬੀ ਵਿੱਚ ਸ਼ੁੱਧ ਰੂਪ
  11. ਅੰਕਾਂ, ਮਹੀਨੇ, ਦਿਨਾਂ ਦਾ ਸ਼ੁੱਧ ਪੰਜਾਬੀ ਰੂਪ
  12. ਪੰਜਾਬੀ ਭਾਸ਼ਾ ਨਾਲ ਸੰਬੰਧਤ ਪ੍ਰਸ਼ਨ
  13. ਪੰਜਾਬ ਦੇ ਇਤਿਹਾਸ ਨਾਲ ਸੰਬੰਧਤ ਪ੍ਰਸ਼ਨ
  14. ਪੰਜਾਬ ਦੇ ਸਭਿਆਾਚਾਰ ਨਾਲ ਸੰਬੰਧਤ ਪ੍ਰਸ਼ਨ
Part B
Sr. No. Indicative Contents of Syllabus Weightage (Approx.)
1.

General Knowledge and Current Affairs (National & International):

(i) Indian Polity
(ii) Environmental Issues
(iii) Current Affairs
(iv) Science and Technology
(v) Economic Affairs
(vi) History of India (focus on Freedom Struggle)
(vii) Sports
(viii) Cinema and Literature
(ix) Geography

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2. Punjab History and Culture:

Focus on Punjab's physical geography, ancient history, socio-religious and economic evolution. Study the development of Punjabi literature and arts, the Bhakti Movement, Sufism, the life and teachings of Sikh Gurus, and the freedom movements led by Punjabis.

17
3.

Logical Reasoning & Mental Ability

(i) Logical reasoning and analytical mental ability (17 Marks)
(ii) Basic numerical skills, percentages, and numerical relations (04 Marks)
(iii) Data analysis, including charts, tables, and spreadsheets (04 Marks)

25
4.  ਪੰਜਾਬੀ:

Punjabi Language: ਸ਼ੁੱਧ-ਅਸ਼ੁੱਧ, ਸ਼ਬਦਜੋੜ, ਅਗੇਤਰ ਅਤੇ ਪਿਛੇਤਰ, ਸਮਾਨਾਰਥਕ/ਵਿਰੋਧੀ ਸ਼ਬਦ, ਨਾਂਵ, ਪੜਨਾਂਵ, ਕਿਰਿਆ ਦੀਆਂ ਕਿਸਮਾਂ, ਲਿੰਗ-ਵਚਨ, ਪੰਜਾਬੀ ਅਖਾਣ ਅਤੇ ਮੁਹਾਵਰੇ, ਅੰਗਰੇਜ਼ੀ ਤੋਂ ਪੰਜਾਬੀ ਅਨੁਵਾਦ ਅਤੇ ਵਾਕਾਂ ਲਈ ਇੱਕ ਸ਼ਬਦ।

13
5. English:

General English: Basic Grammar, Subject-Verb Agreement, Adjectives, Adverbs, Synonyms, Antonyms, One Word Substitution, Sentence Correction, Idioms, Spelling Checks, Articles, Prepositions, Direct/Indirect Speech, and Active/Passive Voice.

12
6.

Information & Communication Technology (ICT)

Fundamentals of Computers, Network & Internet, and proficiency in office productivity tools like MS Word, Excel, Spreadsheets, and PowerPoint.

08
Maximum Marks  100

PSSSB Jail Warder Exam Pattern 2026

As part of the selection process, candidates must pass the mandatory Punjabi Language qualifying test. Key details of the examination structure are provided below:

Part A: Qualifying Punjabi Exam (Duration: 1 Hour)

Part Topic No. of Questions Marks Type of Questions
A Punjabi 50 50 MCQs (Multiple Choice Questions)

Part B: Covers General Knowledge, Current Affairs, Punjab History & Culture, Logical Reasoning, Punjabi, English, and ICT (10+2 Level standards).

  • 0.25 marks will be deducted for each wrong answer.
  • MCQ Type question
Part Topic No. of Questions Marks Duration
B General Knowledge 20 20 2 hours
Basic Law & Constitution 05 05
Punjabi History & Culture 17 17
Logical Reasoning & Mental Ability 25 25
Information Technology & Computer 08 08
Punjabi & English Language 25 25
Total 100 100

PSSSB Jail Warder Syllabus 2026 Download PDF

You can download the official PSSSB Jail Warder Syllabus PDF via the link below or by visiting the PSSSB official website. This document contains the complete syllabus and detailed exam pattern required for your preparation.

 

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