New Delhi, February 24, 2026: The Punjab Subordinate Services Selection Board (PSSSB) has officially released the recruitment notification for various Group D positions across several government departments. According to the short notice issued under Advertisement No. 04/2026, the online application window is scheduled to open on February 27, 2026.
This recruitment drive provides a significant opportunity for job seekers in Punjab looking for stable government employment. While the short notice has confirmed the timeline, the board is expected to release the post-wise vacancy breakdown and the detailed PDF notification on the official website shortly.
Candidates should keep a close watch on the following schedule to ensure they do not miss the registration deadlines:
Release of Short Notification: February 23, 2026
Commencement of Online Applications: February 27, 2026
Last Date to Apply Online: March 20, 2026 (up to 5:00 PM)
Last Date for Fee Payment: March 20, 2026
Exam Date: To be announced
Eligibility Criteria
To be eligible for the PSSSB Group D vacancies, applicants must meet the following basic requirements:
Educational Qualification: Candidates must have passed Class 10 (Matriculation) from a recognized board.
Language Requirement: It is mandatory for applicants to have passed Punjabi as a subject at the matriculation level.
Age Limit (as of Jan 1, 2026):
Minimum Age: 18 years
Maximum Age (General): 37 years
Note: Age relaxation will be provided to SC, BC, and other reserved categories as per Punjab Government rules.
Application Fee Structure
The application fee varies based on the candidate’s category:
General / Freedom Fighters: ₹1,000
SC / BC / EWS (Punjab): ₹250
Ex-Servicemen & Dependents: ₹200
Physically Handicapped (PwD): ₹500
Selection Process
The PSSSB will select candidates based on a multi-stage process designed to test basic aptitude and language proficiency:
Written Examination: An objective-type (MCQ) test.
Document Verification: Successful candidates from the merit list will be called for original document checking.
Medical Examination: A final fitness check before the formal appointment.
How to Apply for PSSSB Group D 2026
Once the link is activated on February 27, eligible candidates can follow these steps:
Visit the official portal at sssb.punjab.gov.in.
Click on the “Applications” tab on the homepage.
Find the link for Advertisement No. 04/2026 (Group D Recruitment).
Complete the One-Time Registration (OTR) to generate your credentials.
Fill out the application form with personal and educational details.
Upload scanned copies of your photograph, signature, and 10th-grade mark sheet.
Pay the application fee and submit the form.
Download and print the confirmation page for future reference.
Note to Aspirants: The number of vacancies for the 2026 cycle is expected to be substantial, following a previous recruitment (Advt 08/2025) that saw a total of 406 posts. Candidates are advised to read the detailed notification carefully before applying.