Punjab PTI Recruitment 2026 Notification PDF Out for 2000 Primary Cadre Vacancies

The Education Recruitment Directorate (ERD), Punjab, has announced a total 2000 vacancies for the post of Physical Training Instructor (PTI- Primary Cadre). The online application process started on 12th August 2026. Interested candidates who fulfill the required eligibility criteria can submit their application forms online at the official website www.erd.punjab.gov.in.

Punjab PTI Notification 2026 Out

The detailed ERD Punjab PTI Notification 2026 has been released by the Education Recruitment Directorate to recruit eligible candidates for 2000 Physical Training Instructor (Primary Cadre) vacancies. Before starting to fill the application forms, candidates must go through the notification PDF.

Punjab PTI Notification 2026 PDF- Click to Download

Punjab PTI Recruitment 2026- Summary

The recruitment drive offers an excellent opportunity for physical education professionals by offering a stable government teaching job in Punjab’s primary schools. The selection of candidates for the post of Physical Training Instructor (PTI) will be based on a physical efficiency test, written examination, and sports achievement weightage

Punjab PTI Recruitment 2026- Important Dates

The detailed notification has been released with the complete registration schedule. The online application process will start from 12th August 2026 onwards, and the last date to apply online is 31st August 2026.

Punjab PTI Vacancy 2026

The Education Recruitment Directorate (ERD), Punjab, has announced a total of 2000 vacancies for the post of Physical Training Instructor (PTI) in Primary Cadre. The detailed category-wise vacancy distribution has been tabulated below.

Punjab PTI Primary Instructor Eligibility Criteria 2026

Candidates must make sure they fulfill the required eligibility criteria before filling out their application forms. The eligibility criteria in terms of educational qualification and age limit have been discussed below.

Educational Qualification

• 10+2 (Senior Secondary) or its equivalent from a recognized board.
• Diploma in Physical Education (D.P.Ed.) or Certificate in Physical Education (C.P.Ed.) (or an equivalent qualification recognized by the Government).
• Candidates must also have passed Punjabi as a compulsory or elective subject at the Matriculation (10th) level or qualify the Punjabi language test prescribed by the Government.
• Knowledge of the Punjabi language is mandatory.
• Candidates who have not passed Punjabi at the Matriculation level must qualify the Punjabi Language Test conducted by the recruiting agency.
• The Punjabi language test is qualifying in nature, and candidates must secure at least 50% marks to qualify.

Age Limit (As on 01/01/2025)

The age limit to be eligible to apply for Punjab PTI Recruitment 2026 is 18-37 Years. Age relaxation in the upper age limit will be given as per the rules.

Age Relexation

Punjab PTI Application Form 2026 Link

The online application process for Punjab Physical Training Instructor (PTI) has started on the official website www.erd.punjab.gov.in. Candidates interested in applying for 2000 Primary Cadre Vacancies can register by 31st August 2026. For the reference of candidates, the direct online link is also shared here.

Punjab PTI Application Form 2026 Link (Active) – Click to Apply

How to Apply for Punjab PTI Recruitment 2026

Follow these steps to apply for Punjab PTI Primary Cadre Recruitment 2026:

1. Visit the official website of the Education Recruitment Directorate (ERD), Punjab, at www.erd.punjab.gov.in.
2. Navigate to the “Latest Recruitment” section on the homepage.
3. Click on the recruitment link for Punjab PTI (Primary Cadre) 2026.
4. Register using a valid email ID and phone number to obtain login credentials.
5. Fill out the online application form with accurate personal and educational details.
6. Upload required scanned documents, photographs, and signatures in the prescribed size and format.
7. Pay the mandatory application fee through debit card, credit card, or net banking.
8. Submit the application form and download a printable copy for future reference.

PTI Recruitment 2026 Selection Process

The selection process for Punjab PTI Recruitment 2026 includes the following stages:

• Physical Eligibility Test (PET): Candidates must first qualify the Physical Eligibility Test. The PET is qualifying in nature, and the marks obtained in this stage will not be considered for preparing the final merit list. Candidates who fail to meet the prescribed physical standards will not be eligible for further stages.
• Written Examination: Candidates who qualify the PET will appear for an Objective Multiple Choice (MCQ) written examination. Maximum Marks: 70
• Sports Achievement Weightage: Candidates will receive up to 30 marks based on their sports achievements as per the Graduation Policy notified by the Government of Punjab, Department of Sports and Youth Services.
  The weightage is awarded as follows: