Karnataka Prisons Recruitment 2026 – 869 Jailor, Warder, Warder-cum-Nursing & Instructor Posts
Karnataka Prisons and Correctional Services Department / Karnataka Examinations Authority · Karnataka
Job Description
Recruitment Overview
Karnataka Examinations Authority has released two recruitment notifications on behalf of the Karnataka Prisons and Correctional Services Department for 869 base-cadre vacancies.
The recruitment is split into: Residual Parent Cadre (RPC) Kalyana Karnataka (KK) Cadre
Applicants should read the correct cadre notification before applying.
Vacancy Details – RPC Cadre
Vacancy Details – Kalyana Karnataka Cadre
Total Vacancies
Important Dates
Eligibility Details – Jailor
Bachelor's Degree from a recognised university/institution.
Candidates should check the exact language, physical and category conditions in the Kalyana Karnataka notification.
Eligibility Details – Warder
SSLC / 10th pass.
Physical Standard Test and Endurance Test requirements apply after the written stage.
Eligibility Details – Instructor Grade-II
SSLC / 10th pass plus the prescribed technical/vocational diploma or certificate in the relevant trade.
Candidates must match the exact Instructor trade with the qualification shown in the official notification.
Eligibility Details – Warder-cum-Nursing
SSLC / 10th pass plus the prescribed First Aid / nursing-related qualification as stated in the notification.
Age Limit
Upper age differs by category and is governed by Karnataka Government recruitment rules and the current notifications.
Candidates should calculate age using the cut-off date shown in the official KEA notice rather than relying on a generic portal summary.
Salary
Jailor: ₹61,300–₹1,12,900
Warder: ₹37,500–₹76,100
Second Grade Teacher / Instructor Grade-II: ₹37,500–₹76,100
Warder-cum-Nursing: ₹34,100–₹67,600
Application Fee
Candidates should verify final fee at the KEA payment screen.
Selection Process
Written Examination
The reported exam pattern includes: 100 questions 100 marks 90 minutes Negative marking of 0.25 mark for an incorrect answer
Candidates should confirm the exact paper pattern from the cadre-specific official notification.
How to Apply
- Visit the official KEA website.
- Open the Karnataka Prisons recruitment section.
- Choose RPC or Kalyana Karnataka recruitment as applicable.
- Read the relevant detailed notification.
- Complete registration.
- Fill personal and qualification details.
- Upload photograph, signature and documents.
- Select the correct post/cadre.
- Pay the applicable fee.
- Submit the application by 15 October 2026.
- Complete fee payment by 16 October 2026.
- Save the final submitted form.
Where to Apply
Official Application Portal:
Administrative Address: Karnataka Examinations Authority 18th Cross, Sampige Road Malleshwaram Bengaluru, Karnataka – 560012
Application is online only unless KEA issues another instruction.
Documents Required
SSLC/10th certificate Bachelor's degree for Jailor Trade/technical diploma for Instructor where applicable First Aid/nursing qualification for Warder-cum-Nursing Category certificate Kalyana Karnataka eligibility certificate where applicable Photo ID Photograph Signature Domicile/reservation documents where applicable Other certificates listed by KEA
How to Prepare – Written Examination
Start with the official syllabus. Practice Karnataka general knowledge. Revise Constitution and basic civics. Prepare current affairs. Practice arithmetic and reasoning. Revise general science. Practice Kannada-language components where applicable.
Use timed 100-question mock tests to build speed.
How to Prepare – Warder Physical Test
Begin endurance training early. Use progressive running rather than sudden high-volume training. Include: Steady runs Interval runs Bodyweight strength Core training Mobility Recovery
Check official PST measurements before planning training.
How to Prepare – Jailor
In addition to the written syllabus, prepare: Prison administration basics Leadership Law-and-order awareness Public administration fundamentals Communication Decision-making situations
How to Prepare – Instructor Grade-II
Revise your specific trade: Tools Safety Materials Workshop process Measurement Repair/maintenance Trade theory
Important Instructions
RPC and KK are separate notifications. Choose the correct cadre. Do not rely only on summaries for age/physical standards. Check Kannada-language eligibility. Keep category and regional certificates ready. Complete fee payment by the separate fee deadline. Use only the official KEA/Prisons portals for final updates.
हिंदी में संपूर्ण जानकारी
Karnataka Prisons Department में KEA के माध्यम से कुल 869 regular posts की भर्ती निकली है।
RPC cadre में 576 और Kalyana Karnataka cadre में 293 posts हैं। Posts में Jailor, Warder, Warder-cum-Nursing और Instructor Grade-II शामिल हैं।
Online application 19 September 2026 से शुरू है और अंतिम तिथि 15 October 2026 है। Fee payment 16 October तक है।
Selection में Written Exam, applicable Kannada Language Test, Physical Standard/Endurance Test, Document Verification और Medical Examination शामिल हैं।
Candidates RPC और Kalyana Karnataka notification में से सही cadre चुनकर ही apply करें।