PSSSB Group D Recruitment 2026
The Subordinate Services Selection Board, Punjab (PSSSB) has released Advertisement No. 04 of 2026 for recruitment to Group D posts in various departments of the Punjab Government. Online applications are invited from eligible candidates through the official website. The online application process starts from 27 February 2026 and the last date to apply and pay the application fee is 20 March 2026.
| Organisation | Subordinate Services Selection Board, Punjab (PSSSB) |
| Post Name | Group D |
| Job Location | Punjab |
| Starting Date of Application | 27 February 2026 |
| Ending Date of Application | 20 March 2026 |
| Mode of Application | Online |
| Educational Qualification | Candidate must have passed Matriculation (10th standard) with Punjabi language as one of the subjects from a recognized educational institution. |
| Punjabi Language Requirement | Candidates must qualify a Punjabi language test of Matriculation level with at least 50% marks. This test is mandatory and qualifying in nature. |
| Special Exemptions | Educational qualification condition does not apply to blind persons, riot/terrorist affected persons, and candidates appointed as sweepers, as per Punjab Group D Service Rules. |
| Domicile Requirement | Reservation benefits are applicable only to residents of Punjab. A valid domicile/residence certificate is mandatory. |
| Written Examination | Objective type (Multiple Choice Questions) written examination. |
| Paper Structure | The examination will be conducted in two parts: Part A and Part B. |
| Part A | Punjabi Language paper of Matriculation level; qualifying in nature; minimum 50% marks required. |
| Part B | Merit will be prepared based only on marks obtained in Part B. |
| Negative Marking | Each question carries 1 mark. 1/4 mark will be deducted for each wrong answer in Part B. |
| Post | Vacancy |
| Group D | As per departmental requisitions received up to 30.09.2026 |
| Written Examination | Candidates will be selected through an objective type written examination. |
| Merit List Preparation | Merit list will be prepared based on marks obtained in Part B of the written examination. |
| Tie-Breaking Rule | In case of tie, older candidate will be ranked higher. If tie still persists, higher percentage in essential qualification will be considered. |
| Document Verification & Counselling | Candidates shortlisted based on merit will be called for counselling and document verification. |
| Final Recommendation | Final recommendation will be made department-wise based on merit, eligibility and availability of vacancies. |
| Pay Matrix Level | Pay Scale |
| Level 1 (7th CPC) | ₹18,000 – ₹56,900 |
| General / Freedom Fighter / Sports Persons | ₹1000 |
| SC / BC / EWS (Punjab) | ₹250 |
| Ex-Servicemen & Dependents | ₹200 |
| Persons with Disabilities (PwD) | ₹500 |
| Official Notification | Click Here |
| Apply Online | Click Here |
| Official Website | Click Here |
| What is the starting date to apply for PSSSB Group D Recruitment 2026? | The starting date to apply online is 27 February 2026. |
| What is the last date to apply? | The last date to submit online application and fee is 20 March 2026. |
| What is the educational qualification required? | Matriculation with Punjabi language as one of the subjects. |
| Is Punjabi language test mandatory? | Yes, Punjabi language test of Matriculation level is mandatory and qualifying in nature. |
| What is the pay scale for Group D posts? | Pay Matrix Level 1: ₹18,000 – ₹56,900 as per 7th CPC. |
