Ladakh Police Subordinate Service Recruitment Board (LPSSRB) has opened direct recruitment for 12 regular posts in the Ladakh Prison Department under Advertisement No. 03 of 2026 dated 16 October 2026. The recruitment covers Assistant Superintendent Jail, Warder, Computer Assistant, Junior Assistant, Orderly and Barber posts across different pay levels. A valid Union Territory of Ladakh domicile certificate is mandatory, so candidates without Ladakh domicile are not eligible. Online applications opened on 16 October 2026 and close on 8 November 2026. The common age band is 18 to 28 years as on 1 January 2026, subject to the notified relaxations for eligible categories and ex-servicemen. Qualifications vary substantially by post, ranging from Matric/Class 10 for Warder and support posts to graduation, computer qualifications and postgraduate study for higher posts. Selection includes physical measurement and endurance stages where applicable, scrutiny of original documents, post-specific typing or driving tests and a 100-mark objective written examination. Admit-card download is scheduled from 14 November 2026, while PST/PET begins from 20 November 2026 onwards. Applications are accepted only through the official Ladakh Prison recruitment portal.
Recruitment Overview
| Particular | Details |
|---|---|
| Recruiting body | Ladakh Police Subordinate Service Recruitment Board (LPSSRB) |
| Department | Ladakh Prison Department |
| Advertisement | No. 03 of 2026 |
| Advertisement date | 16 October 2026 |
| Total vacancies | 12 |
| Recruitment type | Direct recruitment |
| Employment | Regular cadre posts |
| Domicile | UT Ladakh domicile mandatory |
| Application mode | Online |
| Application start | 16 October 2026 |
| Last date | 8 November 2026 |
| Admit card download | From 14 November 2026 |
| PST/PET | From 20 November 2026 onwards |
Vacancy Details
| Post | Vacancies | Pay Level |
|---|---|---|
| Assistant Superintendent Jail | 1 | Level 6C |
| Warder | 5 | Level 2 |
| Computer Assistant | 1 | Level 4 |
| Junior Assistant | 2 | Level 4 |
| Orderly | 2 | SL-1 |
| Barber | 1 | SL-1 |
| Total | 12 | — |
Basic Qualification
Only the basic post-wise qualification is summarised here:
| Post | Basic qualification |
|---|---|
| Assistant Superintendent Jail | Postgraduate degree/diploma in Social Work, Sociology, Psychology or Criminology, with the prescribed graduation requirement |
| Warder | Class 10 / Matriculation |
| Computer Assistant | Graduation with prescribed computer-software diploma, or BCA/B.Sc. IT / equivalent notified route |
| Junior Assistant | Graduation plus the prescribed computer-application course and typing requirement |
| Orderly | Class 10 / Matriculation |
| Barber | Class 10 plus the prescribed NSDC Barber trade certificate |
Candidates should match the exact course duration, certificate and skill requirements in Advertisement No. 03/2026 before applying.
Age Limit
The common age limit is:
- Minimum age: 18 years
- Maximum age: 28 years
- Age cut-off: 1 January 2026
Eligible SC/ST/ALC candidates receive the notified relaxation, while ex-servicemen receive relaxation under the applicable rules.
Domicile Requirement
A valid UT Ladakh domicile certificate is mandatory for all advertised posts.
Candidates should not submit the application unless they can produce the required domicile certificate during verification.
Application Fee
The fee varies by post and category:
| Post group | UR/EWS | SC/ST/ALC |
|---|---|---|
| Assistant Superintendent Jail | ₹700 | ₹600 |
| Warder / Computer Assistant / Junior Assistant | ₹600 | ₹500 |
| Orderly / Barber | ₹450 | ₹400 |
The fee is paid online through the official recruitment portal and is non-refundable under the notified conditions.
Selection Process
The selection framework includes:
- Physical Measurement Test, where applicable.
- Physical Endurance Test, where applicable.
- Scrutiny of original documents.
- Typing Test for Junior Assistant.
- Driving Test for Warder, where applicable under the notification.
- 100-mark objective written examination.
- Medical examination and character/antecedent verification as prescribed.
The written examination is reported as 100 MCQs in 80 minutes with no negative marking.
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Advertisement issued | 16 October 2026 |
| Online applications start | 16 October 2026 |
| Last date to apply | 8 November 2026 |
| Admit card download starts | 14 November 2026 |
| PST/PET begins | 20 November 2026 onwards |
| Written examination | To be notified |
How to Apply for Ladakh Prison Department Recruitment 2026
- Open the official Ladakh Police website and follow the Prison Department recruitment link.
- Read Advertisement No. 03 of 2026 carefully before registration.
- Confirm that you hold a valid UT Ladakh domicile certificate.
- Use Regal Naukri’s Age Calculator with 1 January 2026 as the age cut-off date.
- Use the Government Job Eligibility Checker for a preliminary eligibility review.
- Register on the official Ladakh Prison application portal.
- Complete the post-specific qualification, domicile, category and contact details.
- Upload the required photograph, signature and supporting documents.
- Use the Government Job Document Checklist before final submission.
- Review the Documents Required for Government Jobs guide to prepare for document scrutiny.
- Pay the applicable fee online.
- Submit the application by 8 November 2026 and keep a copy of the submitted form and fee receipt.
Documents to Keep Ready
Candidates should keep:
- UT Ladakh domicile certificate;
- date-of-birth proof;
- Class 10/Matric certificate;
- graduation/postgraduate qualification documents, where applicable;
- computer diploma/course certificate for Computer Assistant or Junior Assistant;
- Barber trade certificate for the Barber post;
- category certificate, where applicable;
- ex-serviceman certificate, where applicable;
- photograph and signature;
- valid government photo ID;
- any other post-specific certificate listed in the official notice.
Important Candidate Notes
- This is direct recruitment to regular cadre posts.
- UT Ladakh domicile is compulsory.
- Different posts have different qualification and fee structures.
- PST/PET begins shortly after the application window closes, so candidates should prepare physical documents and fitness requirements early.
- The written examination date will be notified separately.
- Candidates should rely only on the official UT Ladakh and Ladakh Police recruitment links for updates.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many vacancies are available?
There are 12 vacancies across Assistant Superintendent Jail, Warder, Computer Assistant, Junior Assistant, Orderly and Barber posts.
Which post has the largest number of vacancies?
Warder has 5 vacancies, the highest among the six advertised post categories.
Is Ladakh domicile mandatory?
Yes. A valid UT Ladakh domicile certificate is mandatory.
What is the age limit?
The common age limit is 18–28 years as on 1 January 2026, subject to the notified relaxation rules.
What is the basic qualification?
Qualifications vary by post, from Class 10 for Warder/Orderly to graduation, computer qualifications or postgraduate study for higher posts.
What is the application fee?
The fee ranges from ₹400 to ₹700, depending on the post and category.
What is the last date?
The online application deadline is 8 November 2026.
What is the selection process?
Selection includes the applicable physical tests, document scrutiny, post-specific skill tests and a 100-mark written examination.
Important Links
| Link | Purpose |
|---|---|
| UT Ladakh Official Recruitment Notice | Official Advertisement No. 03/2026 page |
| Official Ladakh Prison Application Portal | Online application |
| Ladakh Police Official Website | Official recruitment link and updates |