Karnataka Prisons Department Recruitment 2026 Notification Out - Apply Online for 869 Jailor, Warder Posts

The Karnataka Examinations Authority (KEA), Bengaluru, has released two related notifications on behalf of the Karnataka Prisons and Reforms Services Department, inviting online applications for direct recruitment to base-cadre posts of Jailor, Warder (Vikshakaru), Warder cum Nursing, and Second Grade Teacher (Instructor Grade-II). Notification No. ED/KEA/22/Ne.Vi/2026(R.P.C.) covers the general (Rest of State) cadre, while Notification No. ED/KEA/23/Ne.Vi/2026(K.K.) covers the Kalyana Karnataka (Hyderabad-Karnataka Region) cadre - both dated 18.09.2026.

Educational Qualification Post Minimum Educational Qualification Jailor (K.K. cadre only) Bachelor's Degree or equivalent qualification. Preference given to candidates holding a Bachelor's Degree in Sociology, Psychology, Criminology, Correctional Administration, or an equivalent qualification. Warder (Vikshakaru) Must have passed SSLC examination or possess an equivalent qualification. Second Grade Teacher / Instructor Grade-II Must have passed SSLC or equivalent, AND must hold a Diploma or Certificate in Mechanical/Electrical/Carpentry/Tailoring/Textile/Weaving/Carpet-making, etc., from a Government-recognised institution. Warder cum Nursing (K.K. cadre only) Must have passed SSLC or equivalent, AND must hold a certificate in First Aid. SSLC or currently prescribed equivalent courses are as notified in Government Order No. Sichasu 81 Sevane 2017, dated 27.02.2018. Candidates must have obtained the prescribed qualification result as on the closing date of application submission - higher qualifications will not be considered as a substitute for the specifically prescribed qualification. Kannada Language Requirement As per Government Notification No. Sichasu 102 Sevane 2022 dated 18.03.2025 (read with Notification No. Sichasu 43 Sevane 2020 dated 05.03.2021), candidates who studied Kannada as a first or second language subject in SSLC/equivalent, or studied through Kannada medium, are exempt from a separate Kannada Language Test. Other candidates must qualify a Kannada Language Test conducted by KEA (or a body designated by Government) within a specified time, failing which their appointment (even if otherwise selected) will not be finalised. Candidates who did not study Kannada as the first language subject in SSLC must secure a minimum of 50 out of 150 marks in the Kannada Language Test to be eligible.

Minimum age: 20 years, as on the closing date of application. As per Government Order No. Sichasu 262 Sevani 2025 dated 29.01.2026, the previous upper age limit has been increased by 5 years. Category Maximum Age General Merit candidates 31 years SC / ST / Category-1 / 2A / 2B / 3A / 3B candidates 33 years Ex-Servicemen: 3 years' relaxation in upper age limit, in addition to the length of military service rendered, applicable to those discharged due to reasons other than dismissal/removal for misconduct or inefficiency, with the relaxation computed on the length of "service actually rendered." To avoid any confusion regarding age eligibility, candidates can use our Age Calculator to calculate their exact age based on the prescribed cut-off date before applying.

1. Vision: Distant vision 6/9 (better eye) and 6/9 or 6/12 (weaker eye); Near vision 0/6 (better eye) and 0/8 (weaker eye), correctable with lenses where specified. Colour blindness, night blindness, or squint results in disqualification.
2. Hearing: Rinne's Test, Weber's Test, and Tests for Vertigo - any deficiency found disqualifies the candidate.
3. Other disqualifying conditions: Varicose veins, speech impediment, and musculoskeletal deformities such as Knock Knees, Flat Foot, Cubitus Valgus, and Cubitus Varus.
4. A Chest X-Ray and any other medical tests suggested by the Medical Board will be conducted.