Rajasthan Prisons Department Jail Prahari Examination (Prison Warder Recruitment) 2026: Official Notification, Pattern, Syllabus & Mock Tests
State prison uniformed recruitment examination conducted for hiring Jail Praharis (Prison Warders) responsible for security, inmate discipline, surveillance, and reformation activities across Central and District Jails of Rajasthan.
Examination Overview
State prison uniformed recruitment examination conducted for hiring Jail Praharis (Prison Warders) responsible for security, inmate discipline, surveillance, and reformation activities across Central and District Jails of Rajasthan.
| Exam Name | Rajasthan Prisons Department Jail Prahari Examination (Prison Warder Recruitment) |
|---|---|
| Conducting Authority | Prisons Department Rajasthan / Mandatorily designated Board |
| Exam Level | State |
| Frequency | Biennial / Periodic |
| Mode of Examination | Computer Based Test (CBT) / Written Examination |
| Language of Exam | English, Hindi & State Regional Languages |
| Official Website | https://jail.rajasthan.gov.in ↗ |
Important Dates & Events
Timeline confirmed from official notices issued by Prisons Department Rajasthan / Mandatorily designated Board.
| Event / Milestone | Important Date / Status |
|---|---|
| Official Jail Prahari Notification | Published on jail.rajasthan.gov.in |
| Written Examination (CBT/OMR) | Conducted across multiple centers in Rajasthan |
| Physical Efficiency Test (Running) | Conducted at designated district police grounds |
Exam Pattern & Marking Scheme
Online Computer Based Test (CBT) / Offline OMR: 100 Questions, 400 Marks, 2 Hours Duration (Part A Reasoning & Logic 30 Qs / 120 Marks; Part B General Knowledge, General Science, Current Affairs 30 Qs / 120 Marks; Part C Rajasthan History, Art, Culture, Geography 40 Qs / 160 Marks). Negative marking: 1 mark per wrong answer (out of 4 marks per question). Followed by Physical Efficiency Test (PET: 5 km run in 25 mins for male, 35 mins for female).
| Examination Parameter | Scheme Details | Remarks / Evaluation |
|---|---|---|
| Question Format | Multiple Choice Questions (Objective MCQs) | 4 or 5 options per question |
| Evaluation Mode | Computer Based Test (CBT) / Offline OMR Sheet | Centralized Evaluation System |
| Negative Marking Scheme | Standard 1/3rd or 1/4th negative deduction | Penalized for incorrect responses |
| Language Medium | Bilingual (English & Hindi) + Regional State Languages | Language toggle available in CBT |
| Normalization | Equipercentile or Percentile method across shifts | Multi-shift normalization applied |
Selection Process & Stages
Candidate progression through sequential recruitment tiers:
Preliminary / Tier 1 Examination
Comprehensive objective screening test covering core aptitude, reasoning, general knowledge and language skills.
Mains / Tier 2 / Skill Test
Advanced written assessment or post-specific technical/descriptive examination determining the final merit order.
Document Verification & Medical
Scrutiny of original certificates, category credentials, age proofs and required medical fitness examination.
Eligibility Criteria (Age & Educational Qualification)
Secondary (Class 10 / Matriculation) pass from a recognized Board of Secondary Education. Physical standards: Male height 168 cm (chest 81-86 cm); Female height 152 cm (weight 47.5 kg). Age: 18 to 26 years (Relaxations for reserved categories).
| Parameter | Eligibility Condition | Relaxation Norms |
|---|---|---|
| Educational Criteria | Secondary (Class 10 / Matriculation) pass from a recognized Board of Secondary Education. Physical standards: Male height 168 cm (chest 81-86 cm); Female height 152 cm (weight 47.5 kg). Age: 18 to 26 years (Relaxations for reserved categories). | Recognized Board / University required |
| Age Requirement | As specified in official notification (General Category) | SC/ST: +5 Years | OBC: +3 Years | PwD: +10 Years |
| Citizenship | Citizen of India | Subject of Nepal/Bhutan as per Central/State rules |
| Language Proficiency | Regional / English & Hindi working knowledge | Applicable as per State / National jurisdiction |
Detailed Syllabus by Subject
Reasoning and Logical Ability, Everyday Science, Constitution of India, Indian History, Geography, Culture, Heritage, Fairs, Festivals of Rajasthan, Current Events of Rajasthan and National importance.
📖 General Studies & Current Affairs
- Current National & International Events
- Indian History & Freedom Struggle
- Indian & World Geography
- General Science (Physics, Chemistry, Biology)
- Indian Polity, Constitution & Governance
- Basic Economic Concepts & Budget Highlights
🔢 Quantitative & Numerical Aptitude
- Simplification, Number System, HCF & LCM
- Percentage, Ratio & Proportion, Profit & Loss
- Simple & Compound Interest
- Time, Speed & Distance, Time & Work
- Data Interpretation (Tables, Bar & Pie Charts)
🧩 Reasoning & Mental Ability
- Analogies, Classification & Series Completion
- Coding-Decoding & Blood Relations
- Direction Sense Test & Ranking Order
- Syllogisms, Statements & Assumptions
- Non-Verbal Reasoning & Figure Counting
📝 Language Comprehension
- Reading Comprehension Passages
- Vocabulary, Synonyms & Antonyms
- Grammar, Error Spotting & Sentence Correction
- Cloze Test, Idioms & Phrases
- One Word Substitutions & Spelling Check
Preparation Strategy & Cut-Off Trends
Historical scoring benchmarks and safe score targets for Rajasthan Prisons Department Jail Prahari Examination (Prison Warder Recruitment) based on competitive trends:
| Category | Safe Target Percentage | Preparation Focus | Benchmark Accuracy |
|---|---|---|---|
| General (UR) | 75% - 82% | Speed + Negative Control in Reasoning & Quant | 90%+ Accuracy |
| OBC / EWS | 70% - 76% | High Scoring in Current Affairs & Language | 88%+ Accuracy |
| SC / ST | 62% - 70% | Syllabus Coverage & Previous Year Papers | 85%+ Accuracy |
| PwD / Ex-SM | 55% - 65% | Sectional Cut-Off clearance + Accuracy | 82%+ Accuracy |
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