📢 KP Prisons Department Jobs 2026 | 131 Warder Posts (BPS-07) | Minority & Transgender Quota | Male Height 5'7" | Female Height 5'1" | 4 Regions: Peshawar (05), Mardan (41), Abbottabad (22), D.I. Khan (63) | Matric 2nd Division | ETEA Physical + Screening Test | 40% Passing Marks | Apply via www.etea.edu.pk by 15 June 2026
🏛️ About KP Prisons Department
The Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Prisons Department is responsible for the management, security, and rehabilitation of inmates across correctional facilities in KP. The department operates prisons across multiple regions including Peshawar, Mardan, Abbottabad, and D.I. Khan — as well as the merged tribal districts. Warders form the backbone of prison security, ensuring order, discipline, and safety within correctional institutions.
The department is now conducting a special recruitment drive to fill leftover Minority and Transgender quota posts under the Deputy Inspector General Tribal Prisons. This recruitment is exclusively for minority (non-Muslim) candidates and transgender candidates from the specified districts across the four prison regions. A total of 131 Warder (BPS-07) positions are available — including 113 Minority Male Warders, 02 Minority Female Warders, and 16 Transgender Warders. The selection process includes ETEA physical endurance test and screening test with minimum 40% passing marks. This is a significant opportunity for minority and transgender communities in KP to join the provincial government's uniformed prison service.
📊 Regional Offices & Eligible Districts
| Region | Eligible Districts |
|---|---|
| Peshawar | Peshawar, Nowshera, Charsadda, Khyber |
| Abbottabad | Haripur, Abbottabad, Mansehra, Battagram, Allai, Upper Kohistan, Lower Kohistan, Kolai-Palas, Torghar |
| Mardan | Mardan, Malakand, Mohmand, Swabi |
| D.I. Khan | Upper South Waziristan, Lower South Waziristan, Tank, Dera Ismail Khan, Lakki Marwat, Bannu, North Waziristan, Karak, Kohat, Hangu, Orakzai, Kurram |
📊 Regional Distribution of Vacancies
| Post | Peshawar | Mardan | Abbottabad | D.I. Khan | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Warder (Minority Male) | 02 | 37 | 19 | 55 | 113 |
| Warder (Minority Female) | 00 | 00 | 00 | 02 | 02 |
| Warder (Transgender) | 03 | 04 | 03 | 06 | 16 |
| TOTAL | 05 | 41 | 22 | 63 | 131 |
🎓 Eligibility Criteria
Educational Qualification (Both Male & Female)
- Matric (Second Division) or equivalent qualification from a recognized board.
- Candidates having Third Division in SSC/Matric are NOT eligible.
Physical Standards — Male Warder
- Height: Minimum 5 feet 7 inches (5'7").
- Chest: 33–34½ inches (expanded).
- Eyesight: 6/6 without glasses.
- Disability: Must be free from all types of disabilities.
Physical Standards — Female Warder
- Height: Minimum 5 feet 1 inch (5'1").
- Eyesight: 6/6 without glasses.
- Disability: Must be free from all types of disabilities.
Additional Requirements
- Age: 18-30 years. Age relaxation as per provincial government rules.
- Domicile: Applicants may only apply within their domicile region.
- Minority Certificate: Minority candidates must submit a valid certificate from competent authority.
- Transgender Certificate: Transgender candidates must provide certificate from KP Social Welfare Department.
- Minimum Passing Marks (Screening Test): 40%.
🌐 How to Apply Online — Step-by-Step Process (ETEA)
Step 1: Visit ETEA Website
Go to www.etea.edu.pk. Online application form available from 01 June 2026.
Step 2: Create Profile & Verify CNIC (E-Sahulat)
Create your profile. Print the E-Sahulat token and get your CNIC verified from any NADRA E-Sahulat franchise (Kiosk). Without verification, you cannot apply.
Step 3: Apply Online
After CNIC verification, log in and apply for Warder BPS-07. Select your domicile region. Fill the form completely.
Step 4: Generate & Print Deposit Slip
A prescribed online deposit slip with token number and project code will be generated. Print this slip.
Step 5: Pay Test Fee
Deposit the prescribed non-refundable test fee through Easypaisa app/agent OR at any UBL Bank branch. Keep original slip with bank stamp.
Step 6: Submit Before Deadline
Complete submission before 15 June 2026. Do NOT send documents to ETEA. Documents required only from shortlisted candidates when requested.
📝 Selection Process
- Step 1 — Online Application (ETEA): With E-Sahulat CNIC verification and fee deposit.
- Step 2 — ETEA Physical Endurance Test: Height and chest measurements conducted by ETEA. Physical fitness assessment.
- Step 3 — ETEA Screening Test: Minimum 40% passing marks required.
- Step 4 — Document Scrutiny: Shortlisted candidates provide documents: Minority/Transgender certificates, educational certificates, domicile.
- Step 5 — Interview: Departmental Selection Committee. Decision is final.
📅 Important Dates
| Event | Details |
|---|---|
| Online Form Available From | 01 June 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 15 June 2026 |
| Physical Endurance Test | Date, Time & Venue on Roll No. Slip |
| Screening Test | After Physical Test — 40% Passing Marks |
| Roll No. Slips Available | Download from www.etea.edu.pk (IVR/SMS/Facebook alerts) |
🌟 Why Join KP Prisons Department?
- Regular Government Service: Permanent BPS-07 Warder positions with job security, pension, and career progression.
- Uniformed Service: Join KP's correctional services — a respected uniformed government career.
- Minority & Transgender Quota: Exclusive recruitment for underrepresented communities — 113 Minority Male, 02 Minority Female, 16 Transgender posts.
- 4 Regional Offices: Opportunities across Peshawar, Mardan, Abbottabad, and D.I. Khan — apply in your home region.
- D.I. Khan — Largest Vacancies: 63 posts in D.I. Khan region — excellent chances for eligible candidates.
- Transparent Selection: ETEA physical endurance + screening test with clear 40% passing benchmark.
💡 Tips for Applicants
- Check Your Region: You may only apply within your domicile region. Verify your district falls under the correct regional prison office.
- Minority Certificate Ready: Minority candidates must have a valid certificate from the competent authority. Obtain it before applying.
- Transgender Certificate: Must be from KP Social Welfare Department specifically. Arrange this document in advance.
- Physical Preparation: Male candidates must meet height (5'7") and chest (33-34½") standards. Female candidates must meet height (5'1"). Eyesight must be 6/6 without glasses. Physical measurements are conducted by ETEA.
- No Third Division: Candidates with Third Division in Matric are ineligible. Ensure you have at least 2nd Division.
- Prepare for 40% Minimum: Screening test requires minimum 40% passing marks. Review general knowledge, English, basic mathematics, and Pakistan studies.
- E-Sahulat First: Complete CNIC verification early. Applications cannot be submitted without it.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- Q: What is the last date to apply?
A: 15 June 2026. - Q: How many total vacancies?
A: 131 posts across 4 regions. - Q: Which region has the most vacancies?
A: D.I. Khan — 63 posts (55 Minority Male + 2 Minority Female + 6 Transgender). - Q: Who is eligible to apply?
A: Only minority (non-Muslim) and transgender candidates from specified KP districts. - Q: What is the required qualification?
A: Matric 2nd Division. Third Division NOT eligible. - Q: What are the physical requirements for males?
A: Height 5'7", Chest 33-34½" expanded, eyesight 6/6 without glasses. - Q: What are the physical requirements for females?
A: Height 5'1", eyesight 6/6 without glasses. - Q: What is the passing mark for the screening test?
A: 40% minimum. - Q: How do I apply?
A: Online through www.etea.edu.pk. - Q: Can I apply from any district?
A: Only from your domicile region. Cross-region applications not allowed. - Q: Is there age relaxation?
A: Yes. As per provincial government rules. - Q: Will TA/DA be provided?
A: No.
🏛️ Join the Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Prisons Department as a Warder BPS-07 under the special Minority & Transgender Quota recruitment! With 131 posts across 4 regions — Peshawar (05), Mardan (41), Abbottabad (22), and D.I. Khan (63) — this is a unique opportunity for minority and transgender candidates to join KP's uniformed correctional services. Physical standards apply: Male 5'7" / Female 5'1". Matric 2nd Division required. ETEA physical endurance test + screening test (40% minimum). Apply online at www.etea.edu.pk (available from 01 June 2026). Complete your E-Sahulat CNIC verification and submit before 15 June 2026. Serve with pride in KP Prisons! 🇵🇰
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