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PSSSB Group D Notification 2026 Out (Short), Check Eligibility Details

Punjab Government, Subordinate Service Selection Board (PSSSB) has come up with PSSSB Group D Recruitment 2026 for filling of posts of Group D through direct recruitment in various departments of the Punjab Government, for which a short notification has been released on 24th February 2026.

The online form-filling process for the PSSSB Group D Vacancy will begin on 27th February 2026, along with the release of the detailed notification PDF. Interested candidates must read the full article for information on eligibility, the selection process, and other details.

PSSSB Group D Notification 2026 Out

The short notification pdf (Advt. No. 04/2026) for the recruitment of Group D posts has been released officially by PSSSB on 24th February 2026. The detailed PSSSB Group D Notification 2026 with all details, including vacancy, selection process, exam pattern, and important dates, will be released on 27th February 2026 at https://sssb.punjab.gov.in/, and the direct link will also be shared here.

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PSSSB Group D Recruitment 2026- Important Dates

Knowing the important dates, including the registration schedule and exam date for PSSSB Group D Recruitment  2026, is important for the candidates to plan their preparation accordingly. As per the short notification, the PSSSB Group D Vacancy 2026 online application process will begin from 27th February 2026.

Events Dates
Notification Release Date (Short) 24th February 2026
Apply Online Starts 27th February 2026
Last Date to Apply Online March 2026
Last Date to Pay Fee March 2026

PSSSB Group D Eligibility Criteria

Before applying for PSSSB Group D Recruitment 2026, one must be aware of all the PSSSB Group D Eligibility Criteria. Candidates who do not fulfil the eligibility criteria in terms of educational qualification and age limit will have their application form rejected at any stage of the selection process.

Educational Qualification

Candidates must have passed the Matriculation/ 10th Class with Punjabi Language as one of the subjects from a recognised educational institution.

Age Limit (as on 01/01/2025)

Candidates’ minimum age should be 18 years and not more than 37 years. The upper age relaxation for reserved candidates will be provided as per government rules.

Category Age Limit
Minimum age for all candidates 18 years
Maximum age for the General Category 37 years
Punjab SC/BC/EWS candidates 42 years
Punjab government and central government employees 45 years (with relaxation)
Ex-Servicemen As per Punjab Recruitment of Ex-Servicemen Rules, 1982
Widows, divorcees, and certain married women 40 years

PSSSB Group D Application Form 2026

The online application portal for accepting the PSSSB Group D Application Form 2026 will begin from 27th February 2026 onwards. The registration process for the PSSSB Group D Exam will be conducted online at the official website of the Punjab Government, Subordinate Service Selection Board (PSSSB) at https://sssb.punjab.gov.in/. Application through any other mode will not be accepted under any circumstances.

PSSSB Group D Recruitment 2026 Application Fee

Candidates have to pay an application fee while submitting the PSSSB Group D Application Form 2026. The fee will be paid in online mode, and once paid will not be refunded under any circumstances.

  • General / Freedom Fighter / Dependent of Freedom Fighter – Rs. 1000/-
  • SC / BC / Economically Weaker Section (EWS) of Punjab – Rs. 250/-
  • Ex‑Servicemen & Dependents – Rs. 200/-
  • Persons with Disabilities (PwD) – Rs. 500/-

Steps to Apply for PSSSB Group D Recruitment 2026

Step 1 – Visit the official website of the Punjab Subordinate Services Selection Board (PSSSB) at https://sssb.punjab.gov.in/.

Step 2 – Click the Online Application link available in the Career section on the Homepage.

Step 3 – Now, click on ‘Click Here to Apply for Group D Posts’.

Step 4 – Select the ‘New Registration’ link, and fill the registration form by entering your name, other personal information, a working email address, and a phone number.

Step 5 – After completing the registration process, complete the application form.

Step 6 – Upload all necessary documents, including your signature, certifications, and a passport-sized photo.

Step 7- Pay the application fee online using SBI branch challan, net banking, credit/debit card, or UPI.

Step 8 – Download or save a copy of your PSSSB Application Form 2026 for future records.

PSSSB Group D Vacancy 2026 Selection Process

Punjab Government, Subordinate Service Selection Board (PSSSB) will conduct the single stage of the selection process i.e. Written Examination. Qualified candidates in the written exam will be called to appear for the document verification process, which will be conducted by an official to verify their documents.

  1. Written Examination
  2. Document Verification Process

PSSSB Group D Exam Pattern 2026

  • PSSSB Group D Exam includes the objective type multiple choice questions.
  • A total of 100 questions will be asked for a total of 100 marks.
  • The duration of the exam will be 2 hours.
Subject Question Marks Duration
General Knowledge & Current Affairs 25 25 2 hours
Logical Reasoning & Mental Ability 25 25
Punjabi Language 13 13
English Language 12 12
Punjab History and Culture 17 17
Information & Communication Technology (ICT) 08 08
Total 100 100

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