The Jharkhand Staff Selection Commission (JSSC) has released the official notification for the Jharkhand Warder Competitive Examination (JWCE) 2025. This recruitment drive aims to fill vacancies of Warder (Male and Female) under the Home, Prison and Disaster Management Department, Government of Jharkhand.
Through this competitive examination, eligible male and female candidates can apply for direct appointment to the advertised posts. The recruitment process has been formally approved and forwarded by the Department of Personnel, Administrative Reforms and Official Language, Government of Jharkhand.
Highlights of Jharkhand Warder Recruitment 2025
- Recruitment Body: Jharkhand Staff Selection Commission (JSSC)
- Department: Home, Prison & Disaster Management Department, Jharkhand
- Exam Name: Jharkhand Warder Competitive Examination (JWCE) 2025
- Post Name: Warder (Male & Female)
- Application Mode: Online
- Job Location: Jharkhand State
- Category: Government Job (Police & Prison Department)
Examination Fee
- General / OBC / EWS Candidates: ₹100/-
- SC / ST Candidates of Jharkhand State: ₹50/-
- Note: Candidates from categories other than SC/ST (who claim local status of Jharkhand) cannot avail fee concession. If they pay a reduced fee, their candidature will be cancelled.
The examination fee is non-refundable under any circumstances. Applications without fee payment will not be accepted.
Jharkhand Warder Vacancy 2025 – Detailed Post Distribution
The recruitment includes vacancies for both Male and Female Warders, as well as backlog vacancies. Reservation policies of the Jharkhand Government will apply.
1. Male Warder Vacancies
- Total Vacancies (General Recruitment): 186
- Unreserved (UR): 66
- Scheduled Tribe (ST): 42 (including 1 for Primitive Tribes)
- Scheduled Caste (SC): 17
- Backward Class (BC-II): 10
- Extremely Backward Class (BC-I): 13
- Economically Weaker Section (EWS): 17
- Ex-Servicemen Quota: 105
- Sports Quota: 03
- Auxiliary Police Quota (Contract basis): 17
- Dependents of Jharkhand Statehood Movement Agitators: 08
Additionally, large-scale vacancies are reserved for Home Guards and other categories as per rules.
2. Female Warder Vacancies
- Total Vacancies: 64
- Unreserved (UR): 09
- Scheduled Tribe (ST): 05
- Scheduled Caste (SC): 02
- Backward Class (BC-II): 01
- Extremely Backward Class (BC-I): 02
- Economically Weaker Section (EWS): 01
- Ex-Servicemen Quota: 08
- Home Guards: 20
- Sports Quota: 01
- Dependents of Jharkhand Statehood Movement Agitators: 01
3. Backlog Vacancies
Apart from fresh vacancies, backlog posts have also been announced:
- Male Warder (Backlog): 10 posts
- SC: 02
- BC-II: 03
- BC-I: 03
- UR/EWS: 00
- Female Warder (Backlog): 16 posts
- SC: 03
- BC-II: 02
- BC-I: 01
- UR/EWS: 00
Total = 276 Vacancy
Reservation Rules
- Home Guards:
- Only trained Home Guards of Jharkhand who have completed at least 3 years of service and 6 months of active duty are eligible.
- They must provide a certificate issued by the District Commandant’s Office in the prescribed format (Appendix X).
- Ex-Servicemen:
- Must be registered with the Directorate of Sainik Welfare, Jharkhand.
- Maximum age for ex-servicemen is 45 years.
- Horizontal Reservations:
- 10% for Assistant Police working on contract under Jharkhand Police.
- 6% for dependents of Jharkhand Statehood Movement Agitators.
- 2% for Scheduled Tribe candidates within their category.
- Sports quota applicable for meritorious players.
- Persons with Disabilities (PwD):
- As per Notification No. 4185 dated 25.07.2018, Warder posts are exempted from PwD reservation. Therefore, PwD candidates cannot apply.
Jharkhand Warder Eligibility Criteria 2025
Educational Qualification
- Candidates must have passed Matriculation (Class 10th) or equivalent from a recognized Board/Institution.
- Higher qualifications are also accepted, but 10th pass is mandatory.
Age Limit (as on 01.08.2025)
| Category | Minimum Age | Maximum Age | Maximum for Ex-Servicemen | Maximum for Auxiliary Police |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| UR / EWS (Male) | 18 years | 25 years | 45 years | 35 years |
| BC-I & BC-II (Male) | 18 years | 27 years | 45 years | 37 years |
| UR / EWS / BC-I / BC-II (Female) | 18 years | 28 years | 45 years | 38 years |
| SC / ST (Male & Female) | 18 years | 30 years | 45 years | 40 years |
Age relaxations are applied category-wise as per government rules.
Physical Standards for Jharkhand Warder 2025
To ensure candidates are fit for the police/prison environment, the following physical standards are prescribed:
- Height (Male): Minimum 160 cm (relaxation for SC/ST).
- Height (Female): Minimum 148 cm (relaxation for SC/ST).
- Chest (Male only): 81 cm unexpanded, 86 cm expanded.
- Weight (Female): Minimum 45 kg.
(Exact details will be mentioned in the official physical test notification.)
Selection Process
The Jharkhand Warder Recruitment 2025 will follow multiple stages:
- Written Examination (Computer-Based Test / OMR):
- Objective type questions based on General Knowledge, Reasoning, Current Affairs, and Elementary Mathematics.
- Physical Efficiency Test (PET):
- Running, long jump, high jump, etc.
- Document Verification:
- Verification of original certificates, caste certificates, domicile, and other required documents.
- Medical Examination:
- Final fitness check before appointment.
How to Apply Online for Jharkhand Warder Exam 2025
Candidates can apply only through the official website.
Step-by-Step Process
- Visit the official website of JSSC.
- Click on “Online Application for JWCE 2025” link.
- Register yourself with valid email ID and mobile number.
- Fill the online application form with accurate details.
- Upload scanned copies of photo, signature, and certificates.
- Pay the examination fee through online payment gateway.
- Submit the form and take a printout for future reference.
Key Dates (Tentative)
- Notification Release Date: August 2025
- Application Start Date: September 2025
- Last Date to Apply Online: 8th December 2025
- Admit Card Release: Before Exam
- Examination Date: To be announced
Salary of Jharkhand Warder 2025
The Warder post falls under Level-3 (7th Pay Commission) in Jharkhand.
- Pay Scale: ₹21,700 – ₹69,100 per month
- Grade Pay: As per Jharkhand Police norms
- In-Hand Salary (Starting): ₹25,000 – ₹28,000 approx.
- Allowances: Dearness Allowance (DA), House Rent Allowance (HRA), Travel Allowance (TA), Uniform Allowance, Medical Allowance, Risk Allowance.
Why Apply for Jharkhand Warder 2025?
- Stable government job under Jharkhand Police & Prison Services.
- Job security with pension benefits.
- Attractive salary package with allowances.
- Opportunity to serve society and contribute to state security.
- Career growth opportunities with promotions to Head Warder, Sub-Inspector (Prisons), and beyond.
