The Punjab Public Service Commission (PPSC) has issued a corrigendum to Advertisement No. 22/2025, originally published on 5 June 2025, for multiple posts in the Punjab Prisons Department. The changes affect recruitment for:
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5 Posts of Deputy Superintendent Jail (BS-17)
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1 Post of Lady Deputy Superintendent Jail (BS-17)
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90 Posts of Assistant Superintendent Jail (BS-16) — including 4 reserved for minority quota
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4 Posts of Lady Assistant Superintendent Jail (BS-16)
These positions are on a regular basis in the Punjab Prisons Department.
Key Updates in Recruitment Process
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Change in Assessment Method
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The selection process has been revised from a Written Test to a Written Examination.
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Age determination will now be based on 1 January 2025 rather than the application submission date.
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Candidates within the prescribed age limit on 01-01-2025 can apply online until 21 August 2025 (midnight) via the official PPSC web portal.
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Those not meeting the revised age criteria should not apply. Their application fee will be adjusted against future PPSC advertisements within one year.
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Revised Application Fee
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For posts with more than two papers, the fee is now Rs. 1000/-.
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Candidates who previously deposited Rs. 600/- must pay an additional Rs. 400/- in the Government Treasury before appearing in the Written Examination.
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Failure to pay the additional fee will result in ineligibility.
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Important Notes
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All other terms and conditions of the original advertisement remain unchanged.
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Ensure timely application submission to avoid disqualification.
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Application deadline: 21 August 2025 at 12:00 midnight.
FAQs
Q1: What is the last date to apply for these PPSC jobs?
The last date to apply is 21 August 2025 at midnight via the PPSC web portal.
Q2: What are the main changes in the recruitment process?
The selection method has changed to a Written Examination, and age determination will now be based on 1 January 2025.
Q3: What is the revised application fee?
The fee for posts with more than two papers is Rs. 1000/-. Candidates who previously paid Rs. 600/- must deposit an additional Rs. 400/-.
Q4: How many vacancies are announced?
There are 100 total vacancies: 5 for Deputy Superintendent Jail, 1 for Lady Deputy Superintendent Jail, 90 for Assistant Superintendent Jail (including 4 minority quota), and 4 for Lady Assistant Superintendent Jail.
Q5: Where can I apply for these jobs?
Applications must be submitted online through the PPSC official website: www.ppsc.gop.pk.
