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Karnataka Prison Department Jailor and Warder Recruitment 2026

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Short Information: The Karnataka Prison Department is inviting online applications for 869 vacancies across various posts including Jailor and Warder. Interested candidates must apply through the official Karnataka Examination Authority website by October 15, 2026. The selection process includes a written exam, physical tests, and document verification.

About this Notification

The Karnataka Prison Department has announced a recruitment drive for 869 positions, including Jailor, Warder, Second Grade Teacher/Instructor Grade-II, and Warder cum Nursing. This recruitment covers both the Residual Parent Cadre (RPC) and the Kalyana Karnataka (KK) region. Candidates interested in these permanent government roles must submit their applications online through the official Karnataka Examination Authority portal. The selection process involves a written examination, followed by Physical Standard Tests (PST) and Physical Endurance Tests (PET), a medical examination, and document verification.

Applicants must meet specific educational requirements based on the post applied for, ranging from SSLC (10th standard) to a Bachelor's degree. Age limits are set between 20 and 31 years, with the reference date for age calculation being October 15, 2026. Candidates are advised to review the official notifications for the RPC and KK cadres carefully before applying. The application window is open from September 19, 2026, until October 15, 2026, with the fee payment deadline on October 16, 2026. The written examination is scheduled for November 21, 2026.

Important Dates

  • Notification Date
  • Application Start Date
  • Application Last Date
  • Fee Payment Last Date
  • Exam Date

Application Fee

General/Cat-2A/2B/3A/3B candidates pay 750/-, while SC/ST/Cat-I/ESM/3rd Gender candidates pay 500/- via online mode.

Total Posts

869

Posts

Post Wise Vacancies

CadrePost NameTotal Post
R.P.C (Residual Parent Cadre)Warder (Vikshakaru)560
R.P.C (Residual Parent Cadre)Second Grade Teacher / Instructor Grade-II16
Kalyana Karnataka (KK)Jailor05
Kalyana Karnataka (KK)Warder (Vikshakaru)275
Kalyana Karnataka (KK)Second Grade Teacher / Instructor Grade-II08
Kalyana Karnataka (KK)Warder cum Nursing05

Post Wise Qualification

Post NameQualification
JailorBachelor’s Degree
WarderSSLC (10th) Passed
Second Grade Teacher / Instructor Grade-IISSLC (10th) Passed and Diploma / Certificate in Mechanical / Electrical / Carpentry / Tailoring / Textile / Weaving / Carpet making
Warder cum NursingSSLC (10th) Passed and First Aid Certificate

Eligibility Criteria

Candidates must possess the required educational qualifications (SSLC or Bachelor's degree depending on the post) and meet the age criteria of 20-31 years as of 2026-10-15.

Important Links

Apply OnlineClick Here
Download Official NotificationPDF 1|PDF 2
Official Website (cetonline.karnataka.gov.in)Click Here

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