Karnataka Prisons Department Recruitment 2026 (Kalyan Karnataka) Notification Out – Apply Online for 293 Posts

Karnataka Prisons Department Recruitment 2026 (Kalyan Karnataka) Notification Out – Apply Online for 293 Posts

Karnataka Prisons Recruitment 2026: Karnataka Examinations Authority (KEA), on behalf of the Karnataka Prisons and Reforms Services Department, invites online applications for direct recruitment to Jailer, Warder (Watcher), Warder cum Nursing, and Instructor Grade-II posts under the Kalyan Karnataka (Hyderabad-Karnataka Region) cadre. Eligible candidates can apply online from 19 September 2026 to 15 October 2026.

Karnataka Prisons Recruitment 2026 (Kalyan Karnataka) at a Glance

Post-wise Vacancy Details

Who Can Apply

• Jailer: Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent (preference for Sociology/Psychology/Criminology/Correctional Administration).
• Warder (Watcher): SSLC pass or equivalent qualification.
• Instructor Grade-II: SSLC pass plus a Diploma/Certificate in Mechanical/Electrical/Carpentry/Tailoring/Textile/Weaving/Carpet Making from a government-recognized institution.
• Warder cum Nursing: SSLC pass plus a First Aid certificate.
• Age Limit: Minimum 20 years; maximum 31 years for general candidates, 33 years for SC/ST/Category-1/2A/2B/3A/3B candidates (as on the application closing date).
• This recruitment is specifically for vacancies under the Kalyan Karnataka (Hyderabad-Karnataka Region) reservation cadre.

Selection Process

Selection is through a written/competitive examination conducted by the Karnataka Examinations Authority, followed by physical standards and other eligibility verification as prescribed under the Karnataka Prisons Service (Recruitment) Rules. Selected candidates must undergo 9 months of basic training and a 2-year probation period.

How to Apply

1. Visit the KEA official website: cetonline.karnataka.gov.in/kea.
2. Register and fill the online application form completely; no corrections are allowed after submission, so verify all details carefully before submitting.
3. Submit the online application between 19 September 2026 and 15 October 2026, and complete the fee payment by 16 October 2026.

Why This Opportunity Matters

With 293 vacancies reserved specifically for the Kalyan Karnataka region, this recruitment drive offers a significant number of stable government jobs in the Prisons and Reforms Services Department to candidates from the Hyderabad-Karnataka area, ranging from SSLC-level Warder posts to graduate-level Jailer positions.

Important Links

• Notification PDF: Download Official Notification
• Apply Online: cetonline.karnataka.gov.in/kea
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Karnataka Prisons Recruitment 2026 (Kalyan Karnataka) – Quick Answers

Q1. How many posts are open under this notification?

293 posts (Jailer: 5, Warder/Watcher: 275, Warder cum Nursing: 5, Instructor Grade-II: 8) under the Kalyan Karnataka cadre.

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Q2. What is the last date to apply?

15 October 2026 (online application); fee payment by 16 October 2026.

Q3. What is the age limit?

Minimum 20 years; maximum 31 years (general), 33 years (SC/ST/reserved categories).

Q4. What qualification is required for Warder?

SSLC pass or an equivalent qualification.

Q5. What qualification is required for Jailer?

A Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent, with preference for Sociology/Psychology/Criminology/Correctional Administration graduates.

Q6. Is this recruitment for the whole state?

No, this specific notification is for vacancies under the Kalyan Karnataka (Hyderabad-Karnataka Region) cadre only.

Q7. How do I apply?

Online only, through cetonline.karnataka.gov.in/kea.

Q8. What is the training period after selection?

9 months of basic training, followed by a 2-year probation period.