Superintendent Jails – UPSC
Quick Info
- Vacancies
- Vacancies: 1
- Employment Type
- Employment Type: Full Time
- Qualification
- Qualification: Master's Degree in Psychology, Criminology, Sociology, or Master of Social Work from a recognized University.
- Experience Required
- Experience Required: Freshers eligible — candidates must meet the essential physical and medical standards.
- Age Limit
- Age Limit: Between 18 to 40 years
- Application Mode
- Application Mode: Online
- Deadline
- Deadline:
The Ladakh Prisons Department is inviting applications for the post of Superintendent Jails, a vital leadership role in the Union Territory's correctional system. This position is responsible for the overall discipline, safety, and rehabilitation programs within the jail facility, ensuring smooth coordination with legal and intelligence agencies. With one vacancy reserved for the ST category, this role is a significant opportunity for social work or criminology graduates to serve in a high-altitude region. The post offers the authority of a Group B Gazetted officer and the chance to implement meaningful reforms in prison administration.
- This recruitment is exclusively for Domiciles of the Union Territory of Ladakh holding a valid Domicile Certificate.
- Candidates must meet specific physical standards, including a minimum height of 162 cms for males and 152 cms for females.
- The role requires high medical fitness and the ability to serve in border regions with harsh weather and high altitudes.
- The selection process includes a two-year probation period to evaluate administrative and leadership capabilities.
- The age limit for this post is 40 years for candidates belonging to the Scheduled Tribe (ST) category.
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Additional Salary Information
Pay Level 8 in the 7th CPC Pay Matrix plus applicable allowances for the Union Territory of Ladakh.
Important Dates
Selection Process
Shortlisting based on qualifications and experience Recruitment Test (if conducted) Interview (Personality Test)
Application Fees
General/OBC/EWS Male: Rs. 25 SC/ST/PwBD/Women: Exempted
Reservation
Vacancies are reserved for SC, ST, OBC, EWS, and PwBD candidates as per the post-specific reservation rosters.
Ladakh-specific posts have domicile requirements for the Union Territory of Ladakh.
How to Apply
- Visit the official UPSC ORA website at https://upsconline.nic.in/ora/ Complete the Universal Registration Number (URN) profile if not already registered.
- Fill out the specific application form for the desired post.
- Upload scanned copies of required documents including age proof, educational certificates, and experience letters in PDF format.
- Capture a live photograph and upload your signature as per the specified instructions.
- Pay the application fee of Rs. 25 using online banking, credit/debit card, or UPI (if applicable).
- Submit the form and take a printout of the finally submitted application for future reference.
Frequently Asked Questions
The salary is based on Pay Level 8 in the 7th CPC Pay Matrix.
A Master's Degree in Psychology, Criminology, Sociology, or a Master of Social Work (MSW) is required.
Yes, candidates must meet height, chest (for males), and vision standards as specified in the official notification.