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RSMSSB Rajasthan Jail Prahari (Prison Warder) Recruitment Exam 2026

Ace the Rajasthan Jail Prahari 2026 exam with our complete syllabus breakdown, 100 MCQs (400 Marks) exam pattern, physical test (PET/PST) criteria, and free online mock tests.

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Post Name

Jail Prahari (Prison Warder / जेल प्रहरी)

Recruiting Body

RSSB / RSMSSB & Rajasthan Prisons Dept

Department

Department of Prisons, Rajasthan

Pay Scale

Pay Matrix Level L-3 (Fixed ₹12,800 in probation)

Qualification

10th Pass (Secondary)

Total Questions

100 MCQs

Total Marks

400 Marks (4 Marks per Q)

Duration

2 Hours (120 Mins)

Negative Marking

1 Mark deducted per wrong answer (1/4th)

OMR Options

5 Options (Option E Mandatory for unattempted)

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Rajasthan Jail Prahari Previous Year Question Papers (राजस्थान जेल प्रहरी पुराने प्रश्न पत्र) are essential study materials to understand the exact question standards, section-wise weightage (Part A 180M, Part B 120M, Part C 100M), and nature of numerical and reasoning problems asked in previous recruitment cycles.

Solving the official Rajasthan Jail Prahari (Warder) 2018 & 2015 Question Papers helps candidates gauge their readiness for the 100-question, 400-mark format with 1-mark negative deductions and trains them to complete 45 high-weightage reasoning and arithmetic questions within the 2-hour duration.

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What is Rajasthan Jail Prahari exam?

Rajasthan Jail Prahari is a Rajasthan recruitment exam conducted by Rajasthan Staff Selection Board (RSSB / RSMSSB) & Prisons Department, Rajasthan. This page gives you the official pattern, syllabus, eligibility, dates, and free mock tests in one place.

The Rajasthan Jail Prahari (Prison Warder / जेल प्रहरी) examination is conducted for appointments in the Prisons Department, Government of Rajasthan (कारागार विभाग). Selected candidates serve as custodial security personnel (Pay Matrix Level L-3, with fixed ₹12,800/month during the 2-year probationary period) responsible for security, custody, discipline, and reform administration in Central, District, and Sub-Jails across Rajasthan.

The written examination comprises 100 Multiple Choice Questions carrying 400 Marks (4 Marks per Question) to be completed in 2 Hours (120 Minutes). A deduction of 1 Mark (1/4th penalty) is imposed for every incorrect answer. The paper is bilingual (Hindi & English) and adheres to the mandatory 5th Option (Option E) OMR rule where candidates must darken option E for unattempted questions.

Latest Updates

1Rajasthan Prisons Department (कारागार विभाग) Jail Prahari upcoming direct recruitment notifications to be administered in coordination with RSSB, Jaipur.
2The written examination consists of 100 objective questions carrying 400 marks (4 marks per correct answer) with a 2-hour composite duration.
3Negative marking penalty: Exactly 1 mark is deducted for each wrong answer (1/4th deduction).
4Mandatory 5th option OMR rule applicable: candidates must darken option 'E' if leaving any question unattempted to avoid a 1/3 deduction penalty.
5Physical Efficiency Test (PET) is qualifying: Male candidates must finish a 5 km race within 25 minutes, and female candidates within 35 minutes.
6Full-length bilingual mock tests, subject-wise practice, and previous year solved question papers are now available on Rajasthan Test Series.

100 Questions × 400 Marks — Exam Pattern & Structure

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Total Questions

100

Total Marks

400

Duration

2 Hours (120 Minutes)

Negative Marking

1 Mark Deducted per wrong answer (1/4th penalty of 4 marks)

Question Type

Objective (MCQ) — 5 Options per question (A, B, C, D, E)

Language

Bilingual (Hindi & English)

Rajasthan Jail Prahari exam pattern with subjects, question counts, and marks
Subject	Questions	Marks
Part A: General Intelligence & Reasoning (विवेचना एवं तार्किक योग्यता)	45	180
Part B: General Knowledge of Rajasthan (राजस्थान का सामान्य ज्ञान - इतिहास, संस्कृति, भूगोल, राजव्यवस्था)	30	120
Part C: General Studies, Everyday Science & Current Affairs (सामान्य ज्ञान, दैनिक विज्ञान एवं समसामयिकी)	25	100
Total	100	400

RSSB 5th Option Rule: Darkening circle 'E' is mandatory for unanswered questions. Leaving blank attracts a penalty deduction; leaving >10% blank leads to direct disqualification.

Complete Syllabus — All Topics & Sections Covered

Section-wise detailed topics for Rajasthan Jail Prahari exam preparation

📘Part A: General Intelligence, Reasoning & Elementary Mathematics (45 Qs | 180 Marks)

✓Verbal Reasoning (मौखिक तार्किक योग्यता)

•Analogy and Classification (सादृश्यता एवं वर्गीकरण)
•Coding and Decoding (कोडिंग-डिकोडिंग)
•Blood Relations (रक्त संबंध)
•Direction and Distance Sense Test (दिशा एवं दूरी परीक्षण)
•Sitting Arrangements: Linear and Circular (बैठक व्यवस्था)
•Logical Venn Diagrams (तार्किक वेन आरेख)
•Syllogisms, Statement and Conclusions (न्याय वाक्य, कथन एवं निष्कर्ष)
•Statement and Assumptions, Cause and Effect (कथन एवं पूर्वधारणाएं, कारण एवं प्रभाव)
•Number Series, Alphabet Series and Alpha-numeric Sequences (संख्या व वर्णमाला श्रृंखला)
•Mathematical Operations and Symbol Substitution (गणितीय संक्रियाएं)

✓Non-Verbal Reasoning (अमौखिक तार्किक योग्यता)

•Pattern and Figure Completion (आकृति पूर्ण करना)
•Mirror and Water Images (दर्पण एवं जल प्रतिबिम्ब)
•Paper Folding and Paper Cutting (कागज मोड़ना एवं काटना)
•Dice and Cubes (पासा एवं घन)
•Embedded Figures and Figure Counting (छिपी हुई आकृति, त्रिभुज व वर्ग गणना)
•Visual Pattern Series (आकृति श्रृंखला परीक्षण)

✓Elementary Mathematics (प्राथमिक अंकगणित)

•Number System, Divisibility and Simplification (संख्या पद्धति, विभाज्यता, सरलीकरण - BODMAS)
•LCM and HCF (लघुत्तम समापवर्त्य एवं महत्तम समापवर्तक)
•Percentages and Applications (प्रतिशतता)
•Profit, Loss, and Discount (लाभ, हानि एवं बट्टा)
•Ratio, Proportion, and Partnership (अनुपात, समानुपात एवं साझा)
•Averages and Age-based Problems (औसत एवं आयु संबंधी प्रश्न)
•Simple Interest and Compound Interest (साधारण ब्याज एवं चक्रवृद्धि ब्याज)
•Time and Work, Pipes and Cisterns (समय और कार्य, नल एवं टंकी)
•Speed, Time, and Distance (गति, समय और दूरी - ट्रेन व नाव संबंधी प्रश्न)
•Basic Mensuration: 2D Perimeter and Area of Triangle, Rectangle, Circle (क्षेत्रमिति)

📘Part B: General Knowledge of Rajasthan (30 Qs | 120 Marks)

✓History of Rajasthan (राजस्थान का इतिहास)

•Ancient Archaeological Sites: Kalibangan, Ahar, Ganeshwar, Bairath, Balathal
•Major Dynasties: Guhil/Sisodiya of Mewar, Rathores of Marwar & Bikaner, Kachwahas of Amer, Chauhans of Ajmer & Ranthambore
•Notable Historical Rulers: Maharana Kumbha, Sanga, Maharana Pratap, Rao Maldeo, Sawai Jai Singh
•1857 Freedom Struggle in Rajasthan: Naseerabad, Neemuch, Erinpura, and Awah rebellion
•Peasant, Tribal and Prajamandal Movements: Bijolia, Bengu, Govind Giri (Bhagat), Motilal Tejawat (Eki movement)
•Integration of Rajasthan: Seven stages of unification (1948–1956)

✓Art, Culture & Heritage (कला, संस्कृति एवं विरासत)

•Architecture of Rajasthan: Hill Forts (Chittorgarh, Kumbhalgarh, Ranthambore, Mehrangarh, Amer, Sonar Qila), Palaces, Havelis, Baoris, and Stepwells
•Folk Deities: Panch Pir (Pabuji, Ramdevji, Gogaji, Mehaji, Hadbhuji), Tejaji, Deonarayanji, Karni Mata, Sheetla Mata
•Folk Saints and Sects: Jasnathi, Bishnoi, Dadu Dayal, Ramsnehi, Mirabai
•Folk Dances and Drama: Ghoomar, Kalbelia, Chari, Agni dance, Gair, Terah Taali, Khayal, Rammat, Tamasha
•Fairs and Festivals: Pushkar, Desert Festival, Gangaur, Teej, Khatu Shyamji, Sheetla Ashtami
•Rajasthani Painting Schools: Mewar, Marwar, Kishangarh (Bani Thani), Hadoti, Dhundhar
•Handicrafts, Textiles, Attire, Ornaments, and Traditional Folk Musical Instruments
•Rajasthani Language, Dialects (Marwari, Mewari, Dhundhari, Haroti, Mewati, Wagdi) and Literature

✓Geography and Natural Resources (राजस्थान का भूगोल)

•Physiographic Divisions: Western Thar Desert, Aravalli Mountain Range, Eastern Plains, Hadoti Plateau
•Climate, Rainfall Distribution, Drought, Famine, and Desertification
•Drainage System: Rivers of Arabian Sea, Bay of Bengal, and Inland drainage basins; Saline and Freshwater Lakes
•Forest Resources, Wildlife Sanctuaries, National Parks, and Tiger Reserves (Ranthambore, Sariska, Mukundra Hills, Ramgarh Vishdhari)
•Soils of Rajasthan, Soil Erosion, and Conservation Measures
•Major Irrigation and Drinking Water Projects: Indira Gandhi Canal Project (IGNP), Bisalpur Dam, Mahi Bajaj Sagar, Jakham Dam
•Mineral Wealth: Major metallic (Lead, Zinc, Copper) and non-metallic minerals (Marble, Granite, Gypsum, Rock Phosphate)
•Livestock Wealth, Breeds of Cattle, Sheep, Goat, Camel, and Dairy Development
•Demographics (Census 2011): Population, Growth rate, Sex ratio, Literacy, Density, and Scheduled areas

✓Polity and Economy of Rajasthan (राजव्यवस्था एवं अर्थव्यवस्था)

•State Administrative Framework: Governor, Chief Minister, Council of Ministers, and Chief Secretary
•State Legislative Assembly (Vidhan Sabha) and Law-making process
•Judiciary: Rajasthan High Court and Subordinate Courts
•Local Self-Government: Panchayati Raj (73rd Amendment) and Urban Local Bodies (74th Amendment)
•Constitutional & Statutory Bodies: RPSC, State Election Commission, State Human Rights Commission, State Information Commission, Lokayukta
•Overview of Rajasthan Economy: Agriculture, Industry (RIICO), Services sector, and State Budget highlights
•Flagship Government Schemes: Public health, Women welfare, Youth employment, and Social security pensions

📘Part C: General Studies, Everyday Science & Current Affairs (25 Qs | 100 Marks)

✓Everyday Science (दैनिक विज्ञान)

•Physical and Chemical Changes; Oxidation and Reduction reactions
•Elements, Compounds, Mixtures; Metals and Non-metals with everyday applications
•Acids, Bases, and Salts; pH scale; Common chemical compounds (Baking Soda, Bleaching Powder, Plaster of Paris)
•Carbon and its Allotropes (Diamond, Graphite, Fullerenes); Hydrocarbons overview
•Newton's Laws of Motion; Force, Friction, Gravity, Mass vs Weight
•Work, Energy, and Power; Renewable vs Non-renewable energy resources
•Light & Optics: Reflection, Refraction, Lenses, Mirrors, Human eye vision defects and correction
•Electricity and Magnetism: Electric current, Potential difference, Conductors, Insulators, and Safety fuses
•Human Body Anatomy & Systems: Circulatory (Blood groups & Rh factor), Digestive, Respiratory, Nervous, Excretory
•Nutrition: Carbohydrates, Proteins, Fats, Vitamins (deficiency disorders), and Minerals
•Diseases: Infectious (Bacterial, Viral, Protozoan) and Non-infectious diseases; Vaccination and Immunity
•Ecosystem, Food chain, Food web, Environmental pollution, Global warming, and Ozone depletion

✓General Knowledge of India (भारत का सामान्य ज्ञान)

•Indian History: Major eras of Ancient, Medieval, and Modern India; Indian Freedom Struggle and National Movement
•Indian Geography: Physical divisions, Major mountain ranges, River systems, Climate, Crops, and Mineral belts
•Indian Constitution & Polity: Preamble, Fundamental Rights, Directive Principles, Fundamental Duties, President, Prime Minister, Parliament, Supreme Court
•Indian Economy: Key indicators, Five Year Plans, NITI Aayog, Banking basics, Inflation, and Union Budget overview

✓Current Affairs (समसामयिक घटनाएं)

•State Current Affairs: Flagship policies, Welfare initiatives, Schemes, and Budget allocations of Rajasthan
•National & International Current Affairs: Summits, Conferences, Bilateral agreements, and Global rankings
•Sports & Games: Major championships (Olympics, Asian Games, Commonwealth, National Games), Cricket, Trophies, Rajasthan players
•Honors & Awards: Bharat Ratna, Padma Awards, Sahitya Akademi, Khel Ratna, Gallantry Awards, and State awards
•Persons and Places in News: Key constitutional appointments, Eminent personalities, and Heritage sites

Eligibility Criteria

🎂

Age Limit

18 to 26 Years (Relaxations: +5 years for SC/ST/OBC/MBC/EWS males, +10 years for reserved category females, +5 years for general females as per Rajasthan Govt rules)

🎓

Education

Passed Secondary (Class 10th) from a recognized Board of Secondary Education, with working knowledge of Hindi written in Devanagari script and familiarity with Rajasthani culture

📍

Domicile

Citizen of India. Reservation benefits and application fee concessions are restricted to bonafide residents of Rajasthan

🔁

Attempts

No cap on the number of attempts within the stipulated age boundary

Important Dates

Rajasthan Jail Prahari exam schedule (latest cycle)

Latest important dates for Rajasthan Jail Prahari
Event	Date
Official Notification Release	Upcoming / Expected 2026
Online Application Start Date	To be notified by RSSB
Last Date for Application Submission	To be notified by RSSB
Written Examination Date	Upcoming Exam Calendar 2026
Physical Efficiency Test (PET/PST)	Post Written Result Announcement
Document Verification & Final Merit List	Post PET/PST

Vacancy & Eligible Posts

Total expected vacancies: Upcoming Recruitment (Previous Notifications: 925+ Posts)

Jail Prahari (Non-TSP Area)

Rajasthan Prisons Department

Jail Prahari (TSP Area)

Rajasthan Prisons Department

How to Apply

Step-by-step online application process

1
Visit the Rajasthan Single Sign-On (SSO) portal at sso.rajasthan.gov.in and login with your SSO ID.
2
Navigate to the 'Recruitment Portal' application dashboard.
3
Complete your One Time Registration (OTR) profile if not completed already.
4
Select the active notification for 'Rajasthan Jail Prahari (Prison Warder) Recruitment 2026'.
5
Verify your pre-filled personal, category, and educational details against your Class 10th marksheet.
6
Upload required scanned documents (photograph between 50kb-100kb, signature between 20kb-50kb) conforming to prescribed standards.
7
Pay the requisite OTR application fee online via Net Banking, Debit/Credit Card, or UPI.
8
Verify all entered information in the application preview, submit the form, and download the final acknowledgment copy.

Application Fee

Category	Fee
General and Creamy Layer OBC / MBC	₹600 (Under One Time Registration - OTR)
Non-Creamy Layer OBC, MBC, EWS, SC, ST	₹400 (Under One Time Registration - OTR)
Specially Abled Persons (Divyangjan)	₹400

Selection Process

1Stage 1: OMR-Based Written Examination — 100 MCQs, 400 Marks, 2 Hours, 1 Mark Negative Penalty→
2Stage 2: Physical Standard Test (PST) — Verification of Height, Chest (Male) & Weight (Female)→
3Stage 3: Physical Efficiency Test (PET) — 5 km Run (Male: 25 min | Female: 35 min) [Qualifying]→
4Stage 4: Document Verification (DV) of Original Academic, Domicile & Category Credentials→
5Stage 5: Final Medical Examination & Range-wise / Jail-wise Merit List Recommendation

Previous Year Cut Off

Year	General	OBC	SC	ST
2018 (Written Exam out of 400)	282.50	278.00	254.25	246.50
2015 (Written Exam out of 400)	274.00	269.50	242.00	235.00

Smart Preparation Strategy — Exam-Cracking Tips & Study Plan

Expert strategies and actionable tips from toppers to maximize your score

1
Master Part A Reasoning & Maths (180 Marks): This section carries 45% of the total paper weightage. Prioritize Coding-Decoding, Blood Relations, Direction Sense, Series, Percentages, and Profit-Loss to secure high accuracy.
2
Strengthen Core Rajasthan GK (120 Marks): Concentrate on Rajasthan Geography (Rivers, Forests, Wildlife), History (Mewar, Marwar, 1857 Revolution, Prajamandal), and Art-Culture (Forts, Folk Deities, Fairs).
3
Focus on High-Yield Everyday Science (100 Marks Part C): Focus on Human Body Organ Systems, Vitamins & Deficiency Diseases, Chemical Compounds in Daily Life, and Optics.
4
Practice Under Strict Negative Marking: With 1 mark deducted per wrong answer (1/4th penalty), avoid wild guesses and calculate risk carefully.
5
Master the 5th Option OMR Strategy: Always darken option 'E' when deciding not to answer a question. Leaving questions unbubbled incurs an automatic penalty deduction.
6
Start Physical Training Early: The 5 km run in 25 minutes (male) and 35 minutes (female) demands continuous stamina conditioning. Begin running practice alongside your written preparation.
7
Take Regular Full-Length Mock Tests: Simulate exact 2-hour exam conditions on Rajasthan Test Series to boost your speed, time management, and accuracy.

Recommended Books

📖

Rajasthan GK (इतिहास, कला-संस्कृति, भूगोल, राजव्यवस्था)

Lakshya Rajasthan / Shikwal Publications

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A Modern Approach to Verbal & Non-Verbal Reasoning

Dr. R.S. Aggarwal

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Quantitative Aptitude for Competitive Examinations

Dr. R.S. Aggarwal / Rajesh Verma

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General Science (सामान्य विज्ञान)

Lucent Publications / Disha Experts

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Rajasthan Current Affairs & Schemes (वार्षिकांक)

Moomal Publication / Rajasthan Chronology

Common Questions About Rajasthan Jail Prahari — Answered

Quick answers to help you prepare effectively and clear your doubts

What is the exam pattern for Rajasthan Jail Prahari 2026?▼

The written exam comprises 100 objective multiple-choice questions carrying a total of 400 marks (4 marks per question) to be completed in 2 Hours (120 minutes). The paper is divided into Part A (Reasoning & Maths - 45 Qs, 180 Marks), Part B (Rajasthan GK - 30 Qs, 120 Marks), and Part C (General Studies, Science & Current Affairs - 25 Qs, 100 Marks).

Is there negative marking in the Rajasthan Jail Prahari written exam?▼

Yes, there is negative marking. For each incorrect answer, 1 mark is deducted (which equals a 1/4th penalty of the 4 marks allotted per question).

What is the mandatory 5th option OMR rule for Jail Prahari?▼

As per official RSSB guidelines, question papers have 5 options (A, B, C, D, E). If a candidate does not wish to attempt a question, they must darken circle 'E'. Leaving all bubbles blank results in a deduction penalty, and leaving more than 10% of questions completely unbubbled results in disqualification.

What are the physical standards (PST) required for Jail Prahari?▼

For Male candidates: Minimum height of 168 cm, and chest of 81 cm unexpanded to 86 cm expanded (minimum 5 cm expansion). For Female candidates: Minimum height of 152 cm and minimum body weight of 47.5 kg. Relaxation applies to candidates belonging to TSP/Tribal areas.

What is the Physical Efficiency Test (PET) criteria for Jail Prahari?▼

The PET is qualifying in nature. Male candidates must complete a 5 km run in maximum 25 minutes. Female candidates must complete a 5 km run in maximum 35 minutes. Ex-servicemen get 30 minutes for the 5 km run.

What is the educational qualification required for Jail Prahari?▼

Candidates must have passed Secondary (Class 10th) from a recognized Board of Secondary Education, possess working knowledge of Hindi written in Devanagari script, and have knowledge of Rajasthani culture.

What is the age limit for Rajasthan Jail Prahari recruitment?▼

The general age limit is 18 to 26 years. Upper age relaxations apply: +5 years for SC/ST/OBC/MBC/EWS male candidates, +10 years for reserved female candidates, and +5 years for general unreserved female candidates.

What is the pay scale for Rajasthan Jail Prahari?▼

Jail Prahari is positioned under Pay Matrix Level L-3 (Grade Pay 1900/2000). During the 2-year probationary period, candidates receive a fixed stipend of approximately ₹12,800 per month, followed by regular Level L-3 pay plus applicable DA, HRA, and allowances.

Are mock tests for Rajasthan Jail Prahari available for free?▼

Yes, Rajasthan Test Series provides free full-length mock tests and chapter-wise tests strictly based on the 100-question, 400-mark official pattern with bilingual questions, 5th option simulation, and detailed analytical solutions.