Rajasthan RSSB Jail Prahari Exam 2024: Comprehensive Guide

Introduction

The Rajasthan Staff Selection Board (RSSB) Jail Prahari Exam 2024 is a prestigious recruitment examination conducted by the Rajasthan Subordinate and Ministerial Services Selection Board (RSMSSB) for the position of Jail Prahari (Warder) in the Rajasthan Prison Department. This exam aims to fill 968 vacancies (912 for non-scheduled areas and 56 for scheduled areas) across various divisions in Rajasthan. The selection process includes a written examination, physical efficiency test (PET), and physical measurement test (PMT).

This guide provides a detailed overview of the RSSB Jail Prahari Exam 2024, including key highlights, important dates, eligibility criteria, application process, and more.

RSSB Jail Prahari Exam 2024: Highlights

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• Overview
• Important Dates
• Eligibility Criteria
• Application Process
• Exam Pattern
• Syllabus
• Physical Efficiency Test (PET)
• Physical Measurement Test (PMT)
• Reservation Policy
• Admit Card
• Result

Important Dates

Note: The exam dates are tentative and subject to change. Candidates are advised to regularly check the official RSSB website for updates.

Overview

About the Exam

The RSSB Jail Prahari Exam 2024 is conducted to recruit candidates for the post of Jail Prahari (Warder) in the Rajasthan Prison Department. The role involves maintaining discipline, security, and order within prison facilities. The selection process is rigorous and includes:

1. Written Examination: A 400-mark objective-type test covering topics like reasoning, general knowledge, and Rajasthan-specific subjects.
2. Physical Efficiency Test (PET): A 5 km race for male and female candidates with specific time limits.
3. Physical Measurement Test (PMT): Height, chest (for males), and weight (for females) measurements.
4. Document Verification: Submission and verification of original certificates.

Key Features

• Exam Language: English and Hindi.
• Negative Marking: 1 mark deducted for each incorrect answer.
• Minimum Qualifying Marks: 36% in the written exam.
• Normalization: Applied if the exam is conducted in multiple shifts.

Eligibility Criteria

Nationality

Candidates must be:

• Citizens of India, or
• Subjects of Nepal/Bhutan, or
• Tibetan refugees who migrated to India before 1 January 1962 with the intention of permanent settlement, or
• Persons of Indian origin who migrated from Pakistan, Myanmar, Sri Lanka, Kenya, Uganda, Tanzania, Zambia, Malawi, Zaire, Ethiopia, or Vietnam with the intention of permanent settlement in India.

Note: Candidates falling under categories (b), (c), and (d) must possess a valid eligibility certificate issued by the Government of India.

Age Limit (as of 1 January 2026)

Note:

• Age relaxation is non-cumulative. Only one relaxation category can be availed.
• The upper age limit for government employees is 40 years.

Educational Qualification

• Minimum Qualification: Secondary (10th class) or equivalent from a recognized board.
• Additional Requirement: Working knowledge of Hindi written in Devanagari script and knowledge of Rajasthani culture.

Note: Candidates appearing in the final year of their qualifying examination are eligible to apply, provided they submit proof of passing the exam before the document verification stage.

Physical Standards

Relaxation:

• SC/ST Candidates: 5 cm relaxation in height.
• Gorkha/Garhwalis: Minimum height of 158 cm for males.

Vision Standards

Note:

• Myopia should not exceed 5D.
• Color blindness and night blindness are disqualifying conditions.
• Squint in any form is disqualifying.

How to Apply

Application Process

1. One-Time Registration (OTR):

   • Visit the official RSSB portal: http://rssb.rajasthan.gov.in.
   • Click on "Recruitment Advertisement" and then "Apply Online."
   • Register using your SSO ID or create a new one if you don’t have it.
   • Fill in personal details (name, category, disability status, domicile) and pay the OTR fee.
     • General/OBC (Creamy Layer): ₹600
     • OBC (Non-Creamy Layer)/EWS/SC/ST: ₹400
   • Note: Candidates who have already paid the OTR fee in previous recruitments need not pay again.

2. Fill the Application Form:

   • Log in using your SSO ID and select the Recruitment Portal under Citizen Apps (G2C).
   • Choose the RSSB Jail Prahari Exam 2024 and click "Apply Now."
   • Fill in the required details:
     • Personal information (name, father’s name, date of birth, gender).
     • Educational qualifications.
     • Category (SC/ST/OBC/EWS/General).
     • Preference for division (Jaipur, Bharatpur, Jodhpur, Bikaner, Udaipur, Ajmer, Kota, or TSP area).
     • Upload a recent passport-sized photograph (max 1 month old) and signature in JPEG format.
       • Photograph: 3.5 cm × 4.5 cm, 50-100 KB, 240×320 to 380×640 pixels.
       • Signature: 7 cm × 2 cm, 20-50 KB, 280×80 to 560×160 pixels.
   • Verify all details before submission.

3. Pay the Application Fee:

   • The application fee is included in the OTR fee (paid during registration).
   • No additional fee is required for the application.

4. Submit the Application:

   • After filling in all details, click "Final Submit."
   • Note down the application number and take a printout of the application form for future reference.

Application Correction

• Candidates can edit their application form within 7 days after the last date of submission by paying a correction fee of ₹300.
• Fields that cannot be edited: Name, father’s name, date of birth, gender, photograph, and signature.
• A final correction window will be provided after the exam date (details will be notified on the RSSB website).

Withdrawal of Application

• Candidates can withdraw their application within 7 days after the last date of submission via the SSO Portal.
• No refund of the OTR fee will be provided.

Exam Pattern

Written Examination

Key Features:

• Objective Type: Multiple-choice questions (MCQs).
• Marking Scheme: +4 marks for each correct answer, -1 mark for each incorrect answer.
• Minimum Qualifying Marks: 36% (144 marks out of 400).
• Negative Marking: 1/3 mark deducted for each wrong answer.
• Unattempted Questions: If no option is marked for a question, 1/3 mark will be deducted for up to 10% of unattempted questions. If more than 10% of questions are unattempted, the candidate will be disqualified.

Syllabus

Syllabus for RSSB Jail Prahari Exam 2024

1. Reasoning and Logical Ability

• Statement and Assumptions
• Statement and Arguments
• Statement and Conclusions
• Statement and Actions
• Number Series
• Letter Series
• Coding-Decoding
• Relationships (Blood Relations, Direction Sense)
• Odd One Out
• Analogies
• Syllogisms
• Logical Venn Diagrams

2. General Knowledge, General Science, Social Studies, and Current Affairs

• Current Affairs:

  • National and international events (sports, politics, economy, geography, culture, ecology, and technology).
  • Famous personalities.
  • Government schemes and policies.

• General Science:

  • Physical and chemical changes.
  • Metals, non-metals, and compounds.
  • Reflection of light and its laws.
  • Genetics: Basic terminology.
  • Human body: Structure and organ systems.
  • Major human diseases: Causes and prevention.
  • Waste management.

• Disaster Management and Climate Change:

  • Types of disasters (natural and man-made).
  • Role of national and international agencies in disaster management.
  • Climate change: Causes, effects, and mitigation strategies.
  • Environmental conservation and biodiversity.

• Indian Constitution and Political System (with special reference to Rajasthan):

  • Introduction to the Indian Constitution and its features.
  • Right to Information (RTI) Act.
  • State governance: Governor, Chief Minister, Cabinet, Legislative Assembly, and Judiciary.
  • Administrative structure: Chief Secretary, District Administration, and Judicial System.

3. Rajasthan History, Culture, Art, and Geography

• History:

  • Major historical events.
  • Freedom movement and integration of Rajasthan.
  • Important personalities.

• Culture and Art:

  • Language and literature.
  • Folk culture and social life.
  • Traditional attire, musical instruments, and folk deities.
  • Folk literature, dialects, fairs, and festivals.
  • Jewelry, folk arts, architecture, folk music, dance, and theater.
  • Tourist places and monuments.

• Geography:

  • Location, extent, and physical divisions of Rajasthan.
  • Soil, natural vegetation, and forest conservation.
  • Climate, water resources, drainage systems, and lakes.
  • Major irrigation projects.
  • Population: Size, growth, distribution, density, sex ratio, and literacy.
  • Transport and road networks.

• Economics:

  • Rural development.
  • Role of industry, agriculture, animal husbandry, and minerals in Rajasthan’s economy.
  • State economy: Features and challenges.
  • State income and budget concepts.
  • Challenges facing Rajasthan’s economy.

Physical Efficiency Test (PET)

Key Points:

• Exemption: Ex-servicemen and former personnel of central police organizations are exempted from PET.
• Medical Certificate: Candidates must submit a medical certificate from a government doctor certifying their fitness to participate in the PET.
• Pregnant Women: Pregnant women must submit a medical certificate to be exempted from PET/PMT. They will be allowed to take the test 2 months post-delivery.
• Scoring: PET is qualifying in nature. Candidates must complete the race within the specified time to qualify for the next stage.

Physical Measurement Test (PMT)

Relaxation:

• SC/ST Candidates: 5 cm relaxation in height.
• Gorkha/Garhwalis: Minimum height of 158 cm for males.

Appeal Process:

• Candidates who fail the PMT can appeal on the same day by paying a fee of ₹500.
• A medical board will re-measure the candidate, and the decision of the board will be final.

Reservation Policy

Vertical Reservation

Horizontal Reservation

Note:

• Women Reservation: 30% of vacancies are reserved for women, with 8% for widows and 2% for divorced women.
• Ex-Servicemen: Only Rajasthan domicile ex-servicemen are eligible.
• Outstanding Sportspersons: Must have represented India or Rajasthan in national/international sports events.
• Scheduled Areas (TSP): Only candidates from scheduled areas of Rajasthan are eligible for TSP vacancies.

Admit Card

• Release Date: Will be updated when available.
• Download Process:
  • Visit the official RSSB website: http://rssb.rajasthan.gov.in.
  • Log in using your SSO ID and application number.
  • Download and print the admit card.
• Details on Admit Card:
  • Candidate’s name, roll number, photograph, and signature.
  • Exam date, time, and venue.
  • Instructions for the exam day.

Note:

• Admit cards will not be sent by post.
• Candidates must carry a valid photo ID proof (Aadhar card, voter ID, passport, etc.) along with the admit card to the exam center.

Result

• Declaration: Will be updated when available.
• Result Process:
  • The result will be declared in stages: written exam, PET, PMT, and final selection.
  • Candidates will be selected based on merit-cum-preference for divisions.
  • The final merit list will be prepared based on marks obtained in the written exam.

Document Verification

Candidates who qualify for the written exam, PET, and PMT will be called for document verification. The following documents are required:

1. Educational Certificates:

   • Secondary (10th) mark sheet and certificate.
   • Proof of Hindi knowledge and Rajasthani culture (if applicable).

2. Category Certificates (if applicable):

   • Caste certificate (SC/ST/OBC/EWS/MBC) issued by a competent authority.
   • Non-Creamy Layer (NCL) certificate for OBC/MBC candidates (valid for 1 year).
   • EWS certificate (valid for 1 year).
   • Domicile certificate for Rajasthan.

3. Age Proof:

   • Birth certificate or secondary school certificate.

4. Other Certificates:

   • Ex-servicemen certificate (if applicable).
   • Outstanding sportsperson certificate (if applicable).
   • Widow/divorced women certificate (if applicable).
   • Marriage registration certificate.
   • Character certificate from a gazetted officer or school/college principal.
   • Medical fitness certificate.
   • No Objection Certificate (NOC) from the current employer (if applicable).

Note:

• All certificates must be original and issued on or before the last date of application.
• Candidates must submit self-attested photocopies of all documents.

Important Instructions for Candidates

1. Application Form:

   • Fill the application form carefully and verify all details before submission.
   • Incorrect or incomplete applications will be rejected without prior notice.

2. Exam Day:

   • Carry the admit card and a valid photo ID proof to the exam center.
   • Arrive at the exam center at least 30 minutes before the reporting time.
   • Do not carry mobile phones, electronic gadgets, or any prohibited items to the exam center.

3. Unfair Means:

   • Using unfair means during the exam will lead to disqualification and legal action under the Rajasthan Public Examination (Prevention of Unfair Means) Act, 2022.
   • Penalties include imprisonment up to 3 years and a fine of up to ₹1,00,000.

4. Dress Code:

   • Follow the dress code specified by RSSB. Details will be available on the official website.

5. COVID-19 Guidelines:

   • Follow all COVID-19 safety protocols as specified by the government and exam authorities.

Contact Information

Rajasthan Staff Selection Board (RSSB)

• Address: Rajasthan Staff Selection Board, State Institute of Agriculture Management Campus, Durgapura, Jaipur - 302018.
• Phone: 0141-2722520
• Email: Will be updated when available
• Official Website: http://rssb.rajasthan.gov.in
• Helpline Numbers:
  • E-Mitra Helpline: 0141-2221424/2221425
  • Online Application Helpline: 0294-3057541

Conclusion

The RSSB Jail Prahari Exam 2024 is a golden opportunity for candidates aspiring to join the Rajasthan Prison Department. With 968 vacancies available, this exam offers a stable and rewarding career in the government sector. Candidates must prepare diligently by following the exam pattern, syllabus, and physical standards outlined in this guide.

Stay updated with the latest notifications on the official RSSB website and prepare systematically to ace the exam. Good luck!

Disclaimer: The information provided in this guide is based on the official notification released by the Rajasthan Staff Selection Board (RSSB) on 11 December 2024. Candidates are advised to refer to the official website for the most accurate and updated information.