STATE LEVEL POLICE RECRUITMENT BOARD (SLPRB), ASSAM invites online applications from eligible Indian citizens who are permanent residents of Assam for filling up 138 posts of Jail Warder in the Prison Department. The posts are in the Pay Scale of Rs. 14,000 - 70,000/- (Pay Band No.2) + Grade Pay Rs. 5,200/- plus other allowances as admissible under the rules. The Assam Police Jail Warder Recruitment 2026 Online Application starts from 22nd January 2026.
The Candidates are strongly advised to carefully read the detailed official notification before applying to confirm eligibility regarding age, qualification, physical standards, language proficiency, employment exchange registration, and other criteria. There is no application fee. The last date for online registration is 22nd February 2026, with edit option available for 5 days thereafter (subject to approval).
Assam Police Jail Warder Recruitment 2026
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| 🏢 Organization | State Level Police Recruitment Board (SLPRB), Assam |
|---|---|
| 💼 Post Name | Jail Warder (Prison Department) |
| 📊 Total Vacancies | 138 Posts |
| 🎯 Age Limit | 18 - 40 Years as on 01.01.2026 (relaxations: 5 yrs SC/ST, 3 yrs OBC/MOBC, +2 yrs Ex-Servicemen) |
| 💰 Pay Scale | Rs. 14,000 - 70,000/- + Grade Pay Rs. 5,200/- + Allowances |
| 🎓 Minimum Qualification | HSLC (Class 10) or equivalent from recognized Board/Council |
| 💳 Application Fee | Nil (No Fee) |
| 📝 Selection Process | PST / PET / Medical Exam / Written Test / Oral-Viva Voce |
| 📍 Job Location | Assam (Prison Department - anywhere in the state) |
| ⏰ Last Date | 22 February 2026 |
✅ Assam Jail Warder Vacancy 2026 Details
| Category | Male | Female | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
|
Unreserved |
64 |
13 |
77 |
|
OBC / MOBC |
23 |
4 |
27 |
|
Tea Tribes & Adivasi Communities |
3 |
1 |
4 |
|
SC |
8 |
2 |
10 |
|
ST (P) |
11 |
2 |
13 |
|
ST (H) |
6 |
1 |
7 |
|
Total |
115 |
23 |
138 |
✅ Assam Jail Warder Vacancy 2026 Eligibility Criteria
| Criteria | Details |
|---|---|
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Citizenship & Residency |
Indian Citizen & Permanent Resident of Assam (Proof required post-final list; exempt for SC/ST/OBC/MOBC) |
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Employment Exchange |
Must be registered with local Employment Exchange in Assam |
|
Language |
Must speak Assamese or any other State language fluently |
|
Age (as on 01.01.2026) |
18 – 40 Years (Relaxations: 5 yrs SC/ST, 3 yrs OBC/MOBC, +2 yrs Ex-Servicemen) |
|
Educational Qualification |
HSLC (Matriculation/Class 10) or equivalent from recognized Board/Council |
✅ Physical Standards (PST)
- Height (Male): Gen/OBC/MOBC/SC: 162.5 cm | ST(P)/ST(H): 160 cm
- Height (Female): Gen/OBC/MOBC/SC: 144.5 cm | ST(P)/ST(H): 142 cm
- Chest (Male only): Not less than 81 cm (deflated)
- Weight: Proportionate to height & age as per medical standards
- Candidates must be of sound health, free from defects (e.g., knock-knee, flat foot, color blindness, etc.)
✅ Assam Jail Warder Vacancy 2026 Selection Process
- Physical Standard Test (PST) & Physical Efficiency Test (PET) - 40 marks (Race & Long Jump for Male/Female)
- Medical Examination
- Written Test - 100 MCQs (50 marks, Class IX-X level: Arithmetic, English, Reasoning, Assam GK, General Awareness)
- Oral / Viva Voce - 5 marks
- Additional Weightage: NCC Certificate (max 5 marks)
- Final Merit: PET (40) + Written (50) + NCC (5) + Viva (5) = 100 marks
✅ Assam Jail Warder Recruitment Important Dates:
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Date of Notification |
16 January 2026 |
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Starting Date for Online Registration |
22 January 2026 |
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Last Date for Online Registration |
22 February 2026 |
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Edit/Correction Window |
5 days after last date (subject to approval) |
✅ Assam Jail Warder Recruitment 2026 Important Links:
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Detailed Notification PDF: Click Here
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Apply Online Link: Click Here
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Official Website: Click Here
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IndGovtJobs.in Govt Jobs Alert Telegram Channel: Click Here
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✅ How to Apply Assam Jail Warder Recruitment 2026:
Eligible candidates must apply ONLINE only through the SLPRB portal. Single registration for all advertisements.
➢ Step 1: Register on the portal with valid mobile number, name as per HSLC certificate, Employment Exchange No., Qualification, District, Gender, Category, DOB, Aadhaar etc.
➢ Step 2: Note down the generated Application ID.
➢ Step 3: Login and apply for Jail Warder advertisement, upload photo/signature/documents (HSLC cert, Employment Exchange Card, Aadhaar, Caste cert if applicable, etc.).
➢ Step 4: Submit the application before 22 February 2026. Edit option available for 5 days post-deadline (once, subject to approval).
✅ Frequently Asked Questions:
What is the total number of vacancies in Assam Jail Warder Recruitment 2026?
138 posts (115 Male, 23 Female) in Prison Department.
What is the age limit for Assam Jail Warder Recruitment 2026?
18-40 Years as on 01.01.2026 with relaxations for reserved categories and Ex-Servicemen.
What is the pay scale for Assam Jail Warder Recruitment 2026?
Rs. 14,000 - 70,000/- + Grade Pay Rs. 5,200/- + other allowances.
What is the selection process for Assam Jail Warder Recruitment 2026?
PST/PET (40 marks), Medical Exam, Written Test (50 marks), Oral/Viva (5 marks) + NCC weightage (max 5 marks).
What is the application fee for Assam Jail Warder Recruitment 2026?
No Application Fee.
What are the important dates for Assam Jail Warder Recruitment 2026?
Notification: 16 January 2026 | Online Registration: 22 January to 22 February 2026.