Short Detail:
The Subordinate Services Selection Board, Punjab (PSSSB) has opened applications for Group C Vacancy 2026. There are 70 posts for Driver, Clerk, Translator and Field Artist in Punjab government departments. The form can be submitted from 25/09/2026 to 19/10/2026. Each job has its own education rule. Candidates should match their qualification with the post and read the age, fee and test information before they apply.
Subordinate Services Selection Board, Punjab (PSSSB)
PSSSB Group C Vacancy 2026
Advt No.: 12 of 2026
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Advertisement Date | 18/09/2026 |
| Application Start Date | 25/09/2026 |
| Last Date To Apply | 19/10/2026 |
| Last Date Of Fee Payment | 19/10/2026 |
| Form Correction Windows | N/A |
| Admit Card Date | Not Available |
| Exam Date | Not Available |
Application Fees
| Category | Applicaton Fees |
|---|---|
| General / Sports | ₹1,000/- |
| SC / BC / EWS | ₹250/- |
| Ex-Servicemen / Dependents | ₹200/- |
| PwD | ₹500/- |
Note: The fee is non-refundable. Use the payment options shown in the official application form.
PSSSB Group C Vacancy 2026 Age Limit
Age As On Date: 01/01/2026
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Minimum Age | 18 Years |
| Maximum Age | 37 Years (general category) |
| Remarks | Age is counted on 01/01/2026. See the category limits below. |
Age Relaxation
| Category | Maximum age |
|---|---|
| General | 37 years |
| Punjab SC / BC | 42 years |
| Government employees | 45 years; NOC at counselling |
| Punjab persons with disabilities | 47 years |
| Eligible widows, divorced or married women | 40 years |
| Punjab ex-servicemen | After deducting military service, age may be up to 3 years above the usual maximum. |
PSSSB Group C: Vacancy Details
Total Posts: 70
| Category | Posts | For women |
|---|---|---|
| General | 25 | 6 |
| EWS | 5 | 3 |
| SC Mazhabi / Balmiki | 11 | 6 |
| SC Ramdasia / Others | 9 | 3 |
| BC | 6 | 4 |
| ESM General | 8 | 4 |
| ESM SC Ramdasia / Others | 1 | 0 |
| Sports General | 1 | 1 |
| Sports SC Mazhabi / Balmiki | 1 | 0 |
| PwD Orthopaedic | 1 | 1 |
| PwD Visual | 1 | 0 |
| PwD Hearing | 1 | 0 |
| Total | 70 | 28 |
Post Wise Vacancy
| Department | Post | Total (women) |
|---|---|---|
| Rural Development and Panchayats | Driver | 5 (3) |
| Employment Generation | Clerk Legal | 2 (2) |
| Employment Generation | Clerk Accounts | 25 (11) |
| Defence Services Welfare | Clerk Legal | 1 (0) |
| Excise and Taxation, regional | Clerk Accounts | 9 (2) |
| Excise and Taxation, regional | Clerk Legal | 6 (3) |
| Excise and Taxation, head office | Clerk IT | 1 (0) |
| Labour Commissioner | Clerk IT | 9 (4) |
| Labour Commissioner | Clerk Legal | 1 (1) |
| Labour Commissioner | Translator | 6 (2) |
| Civil Aviation | Clerk IT | 1 (0) |
| Cultural Affairs | Field Artist | 1 (0) |
| Cultural Affairs | Clerk Legal | 1 (0) |
| Dairy Development | Clerk Legal | 2 (0) |
Eligibility Details
| Post | Education and other conditions |
|---|---|
| Driver | Class 10 pass; both LMV and HMV driving licences; at least 3 years behind the wheel. |
| Clerk Legal | LL.B. from a recognised university. Punjabi and English typing on a computer at 30 WPM. |
| Clerk Accounts | Employment Generation accepts a graduate who studied Statistics, Mathematics or Accounts. Excise and Taxation requires B.Com. Both have 30 WPM Punjabi and English typing. |
| Clerk IT | BCA, a suitable IT/Computer Science/Computer Engineering degree, or graduation plus PGDCA. Civil Aviation requires 50% marks in B.E./B.Tech or BCA with 2 years of ICT experience. Typing is 30 WPM in Punjabi and English. |
| Translator | Graduation and either a recognised 120-hour office computer/DTP course or NIELIT O Level. |
| Field Artist | A university degree in Music, Drama or Dance. |
PSSSB Group C: Salary Details
| Role | Pay details |
|---|---|
| Driver | ₹21,700–₹69,100 (Level 3) |
| Field Artist | ₹25,500 entry pay (Level 4) |
| Clerk Legal, Defence Services Welfare | ₹19,900 entry pay (Level 5) |
| Clerk Accounts / Legal, Excise and Taxation regional office | ₹19,900 entry pay (Level 5) |
| Other Clerk posts and Translator | ₹19,900 entry pay; Level 2 where stated. |
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PSSSB Group C 2026: Selection Procedure & Exam Pattern
Written Paper
| Part | Rule |
|---|---|
| A: Punjabi | Class 10 level. At least 50% marks are needed to pass. |
| B: Competitive paper | Objective questions. Each right answer gives 1 mark. Each wrong answer reduces the score by 0.25 mark. Part B marks decide merit. |
Typing and Final Checks
| Stage | Who / what |
|---|---|
| Typing test | Clerk candidates who clear the written paper type in Punjabi and English at 30 WPM. Punjabi uses the Unicode Raavi font. This stage is qualifying. |
| Document verification | Candidates shortlisted from the merit list present their documents at counselling. |
| Tie in Part B marks | Older age is considered first, then marks in the required qualification, then Class 10 marks. |
PSSSB Group C 2026: Important Questions & Answer
When is the PSSSB Group C Vacancy 2026 last date?
The application and fee payment deadline is 19 October 2026. Try to finish the form in time to review your entries. The notice does not announce a separate form correction period.
How many posts does PSSSB Group C Vacancy 2026 have?
The notice lists 70 jobs in several Punjab departments. The roles are Driver, Clerk Legal, Clerk Accounts, Clerk IT, Translator and Field Artist. Twenty-eight posts are reserved for women.
What age is allowed for PSSSB Group C Vacancy 2026?
Age is calculated on 1 January 2026. The starting age is 18 years. The maximum for the general category is 37 years, with higher limits for eligible groups shown in the table.
What fee applies to PSSSB Group C Vacancy 2026?
General and Sports applicants pay ₹1,000. SC, BC and EWS applicants pay ₹250. Ex-servicemen and dependents pay ₹200, and applicants with disabilities pay ₹500. The fee is non-refundable.
What qualification does PSSSB Group C Clerk Vacancy 2026 need?
It depends on the department and stream. Legal needs LL.B. Accounts needs the listed graduation subjects or B.Com. IT needs relevant computer studies. Clerk candidates must also meet Punjabi and English typing requirements.
How will PSSSB Group C Vacancy 2026 candidates be chosen?
The written exam has a Punjabi qualifying part and a separate paper whose marks form the merit list. Clerk candidates then take qualifying typing tests. Shortlisted candidates are called to check their documents.
Is the PSSSB Group C Vacancy 2026 exam date available?
The details provided do not include an exam date. They also do not give an admit card date. Candidates should check the board’s official website when the exam schedule is released.