The Punjab Subordinate Service Selection Board (PSSSB) is going to recruit eligible candidates for the post of Assistant District Attorney, for which the detailed notification has been released. Through the notification, a total of 170 vacancies are announced for the post of Assistant District Attorney in the Justice Department of the Punjab Government. The online application process will start from 30th April 2026 onwards at the PSSSB official website www.sssb.punjab.gov.in.
PSSSB ADA Notification 2026 Out
The detailed notification under the Advertisement No. 09/2026 has been released on 24th April 2026 by the Punjab Subordinate Service Selection Board at their official website www.sssb.punjab.gov.in, announcing a total of 170 vacancies for the post of Assistant District Attorney. The interested candidates who will be applying for the ADA post must go through the detailed notification to check all the essential details like registration details, eligibility criteria, selection process, and more.
PSSSB ADA Recruitment 2026- Summary
The candidates who will be applying for the PSSSB ADA Vacancy 2026 must have a Degree in Law (LLB) and 2 Years of Experience. The selection of candidates for the post of Assistant District Attorney will be done through a three-stage selection process that will include a written exam, document verification, and medical examination.
| PSSSB ADA Recruitment 2026- Overview |
| Exam Details
Organization: Punjab Subordinate Service Selection Board (PSSSB) |
| Important Dates
Detailed Notification: 24th April 2026 |
| Vacancy
Total Vacancies: 170 |
| Eligibility Criteria
Educational Qualification: Candidates must hold a Degree in Law (LLB) and 2 Years of Experience. Must have passed Matriculation examination with Punjabi as one of the compulsory or elective subjects or any other equivalent examination in the Punjabi language. |
| Application Fee
EWS/PwBD/LDESM: Rs. 500/- |
| Selection Process
Written Exam |
| Salary
Rs. 35,400/- (as per Punjab Govt. norms) |
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Punjab ADA Vacancy 2026
A total of 170 vacancies for the post of Assistant District Attorney in the Justice Department of the Punjab Government have been announced by the Punjab Subordinate Service Selection Board. Out of a total of 170 vacancies, 56 vacancies are reserved for women. The category-wise vacancy distribution has been tabulated below.
| Category | Total Vacancies (including Backlog) | Number of Vacancies Reserved for Women |
|---|---|---|
| General | 76 | 26 |
| SC (M&B) | 16 | 06 |
| SC (R&O) | 13 | 05 |
| BC | 20 | 07 |
| Ex-servicemen General | 06 | 02 |
| Ex-servicemen SC (M&B) | 02 | – |
| Ex-servicemen SC (R&O) | 03 | – |
| Ex-servicemen BC | 02 | – |
| Sports General | 02 | 01 |
| Sports SC (M&B) | 02 | – |
| Sports SC (R&O) | 02 | – |
| Physically Handicapped (Ortho) | 2 | 1 |
| Physically Handicapped (Visual Impaired) | 1 | – |
| Physically Handicapped (Hearing Impaired) | 2 | 1 |
| Physically Handicapped (ID/MD) | 2 | 1 |
| Freedom Fighter | 02 | 01 |
| Economically Weaker Section (EWS) | 17 | 05 |
| Total | 170 | 56 |
PSSSB ADA Eligibility Criteria 2026
To be eligible to appear for the selection process for the post of Assistant District Attorney, candidates must fulfill the required eligibility criteria as specified by the Punjab Subordinate Service Selection Board in terms of educational qualification and age limit.
Educational Qualification
- Candidates must hold a degree of Bachelor of Laws (Professional Degree) from a recognized university or institution.
- Must have 2 Years of experience in practice at the Bar.
- Knowledge of Punjabi Language: Must have passed Matriculation examination with Punjabi as one of the compulsory or elective subjects or any other equivalent examination in the Punjabi language.
Age Limit (As on 01/01/2026)
To be eligible to apply for the post of Assistant District Attorney, the age of candidates should not be less than 18 years and the age of candidates should not be more than 37 years as on 1st January 2026.
Punjab ADA Application Fee 2026
Before submitting the application forms, candidates are required to pay an application fee, as no applications will be accepted without an application fee. The fee can be paid online, and once paid, it will not be refunded under any circumstances.
| Category | Application Fee |
| EWS/PwBD/LDESM | Rs. 500/- |
| SC/ BC | Rs. 750/- |
| Others | Rs. 1500/- |
Steps to Apply For PSSSB ADA Recruitment 2026
Candidates who are willing to apply for the PSSSB ADA Recruitment 2026 can follow the steps provided below.
- First, visit the official website of the Punjab Public Service Commission at ppsc.gov.in.
- Look for the “Advertisement Section”.
- Search for the notification about the Assistant District Attorney recruitment.
- Click on the “Apply Link”.
- Fill in all the details, like your personal information and educational background.
- You must upload scanned copies of your photo and signature.
- Pay the required application fees.
- Submit the form and take a printout for future purposes.
Punjab ADA Selection Process 2026
Only the eligible candidates who will apply successfully for the Punjab ADA Recruitment 2026 will be shortlisted to appear for the selection process. The selection process will include 3 stages.
- Written Exam
- Document Verification
- Medical Examination
PSSSB ADA Salary 2026
The candidates who will be selected for the post of Assistant District Attorney will be paid a salary as per the 7th Central Pay Commission (CPC). The minimum pay for the ADA post is Rs. 35,400. Along with the basic pay, candidates will also receive allowances such as DA, HRA, and other benefits as per government rules.
| Post | Minimum Pay (as per Punjab Govt. norms) |
| Assistant District Attorney (ADA) | Rs. 35,400 |
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