Punjab Excise and Taxation Inspector Recruitment 2026
The Punjab Subordinate Services Selection Board (PSSSB) has released an official notification for the recruitment of Excise and Taxation Inspector posts in the Excise and Taxation Department, Punjab. A total of 197 vacancies have been announced. The online application process will start from 13 February 2026 and the last date to apply online is 06 March 2026. Eligible candidates must apply through the official PSSSB website.
| Organisation | Punjab Subordinate Services Selection Board (PSSSB) |
| Department | Excise and Taxation Department, Punjab |
| Post Name | Excise and Taxation Inspector |
| Total Vacancy | 197 |
| Starting Date of Application | 13 February 2026 |
| Ending Date of Application | 06 March 2026 |
| Pay Scale | ₹35,400 (7th Pay Commission) |
| Age Limit | 18 to 37 Years (as on 01 January 2026) |
| Educational Qualification | Bachelor’s Degree in any discipline from a recognized University or Institution. |
| Computer Qualification | Minimum 120 hours course with hands-on experience in Computer/IT Office Productivity Applications from a Government-recognized or ISO 9001 certified institute OR ‘O’ Level Certificate from DOEACC (NIELIT), Government of India. |
| Punjabi Language Requirement | Must have passed Matriculation with Punjabi as a compulsory or elective subject OR must qualify a Punjabi language test equivalent to Matriculation with at least 50% marks. |
| Written Examination | Objective Type (Multiple Choice Questions) |
| Paper Structure | Part A: Punjabi Language (Qualifying – 50% required, marks not added to merit) | Part B: Subject related to educational qualification |
| Marking Scheme | Each question carries 1 mark; Negative marking of 0.25 marks for each wrong answer in Part B |
| Merit List | Prepared only on the basis of marks obtained in Part B |
| Post | Vacancy |
| Excise and Taxation Inspector – General | 76 |
| Excise and Taxation Inspector – SC (M&B) | 22 |
| Excise and Taxation Inspector – SC (R&O) | 17 |
| Excise and Taxation Inspector – BC | 20 |
| Excise and Taxation Inspector – Ex-Servicemen (General) | 14 |
| Excise and Taxation Inspector – Ex-Servicemen (BC) | 4 |
| Excise and Taxation Inspector – Sports (General) | 4 |
| Excise and Taxation Inspector – Sports (SC-M&B) | 2 |
| Excise and Taxation Inspector – Physically Handicapped | 8 |
| Excise and Taxation Inspector – Freedom Fighter | 2 |
| Excise and Taxation Inspector – EWS | 20 |
| Total | 197 |
| Written Examination | Candidates must appear in an objective-type written examination conducted by PSSSB. |
| Merit List | Merit list will be prepared based on marks obtained in Part B of the written exam. |
| Document Verification & Counselling | Shortlisted candidates will be called for document verification and counselling. |
| Final Selection | Final selection will be made based on merit, eligibility verification, and availability of vacancies. |
| Pay Scale | ₹35,400 |
| Pay Commission | 7th CPC |
| Allowances | As per Punjab Government rules |
| General / Freedom Fighter / Sports Category | ₹1000 |
| SC / BC / EWS Candidates | ₹250 |
| Ex-Servicemen & Dependents | ₹200 |
| Persons with Disabilities | ₹500 |
| Official Notification | Click Here |
| Official Website | Click Here |
| Apply Online | Click Here |
| What is the starting date to apply for Punjab Excise and Taxation Inspector Recruitment 2026? | The starting date to apply online is 13 February 2026. |
| What is the last date to apply? | The last date to submit the online application is 06 March 2026. |
| How many vacancies are available? | A total of 197 vacancies are available. |
| What is the required qualification? | Bachelor’s Degree in any discipline along with required computer qualification. |
| What is the age limit? | Minimum age is 18 years and maximum age is 37 years as on 01 January 2026 (age relaxation applicable). |
