The Subordinate Services Selection Board, Punjab (PSSSB / SSSB) aims to fill a total of 681 vacancies for Craft Instructor posts in various trades such as Plumber, Refrigeration & Air Conditioner Technician, and Welder. The official notice regarding the PSSSB Craft Instructor Exam Date 2026 will be released shortly on the official website www.sssb.punjab.gov.in. Bookmark our page for the latest updates regarding the exam schedule.
Punjab PSSSB Craft Instructor Recruitment 2026- Highlights
The Subordinate Services Selection Board, Punjab (PSSSB / SSSB), has invited online applications for the recruitment of Craft Instructor posts for which the selection process comprises the written exam.
| Punjab Craft Instructor Recruitment 2026: Overview | |
| Recruiting Body | Subordinate Services Selection Board (SSSB), Punjab |
| Advertisement No. | 03/2026 |
| Post Name | Craft Instructor (Various Trades) |
| PR-Advt. No. | 1084/12/2026-27/13028 |
| Vacancies | 681 |
| Department | Directorate of Technical Education and Industrial Training, Punjab (Industrial Training Wing) |
| PSSSB Craft Instructor Exam Date | To be Notified |
| Salary | Rs. 15,000 to Rs. 30,000+ per month |
| Job Location | Punjab |
| Official Website | www.sssb.punjab.gov.in |
PSSSB Craft Instructor Exam Date 2026
Subordinate Services Selection Board (SSSB), Punjab will release the official notice regarding the PSSSB Craft Instructor Exam Date 2026 shortly on the official website www.sssb.punjab.gov.in. The exam will be conducted for all those candidates who have registered for 681 vacancies. Further details regarding the exam will be released along with its admit card.
Punjab Recruitment 2026- Important Dates
The detailed notification mentions the start and end dates of the application process. The PSSSB Craft Instructor Exam Date 2026 will be announced soon on the official website of www.sssb.punjab.gov.in. Check important dates from the table below.
| Events | Dates |
| Detailed Notification PDF | 13th July 2026 |
| Apply Online Starts | 13th July 2026 |
| Apply Online Ends on | 30th July 2026 |
| Last date to pay fee | 30th July 2026 |
| PSSSB Craft Instructor Admit Card | 7 to 10 days before the exam date |
| PSSSB Craft Instructor Exam Date 2026 | To be notified |
PSSSB Craft Instructor Notification 2026 PDF
The office of the Director, Technical Education and Industrial Training Department (Industrial Training Wing), Punjab, has issued the official notification (Advt 03/2026). The detailed notification, which includes important dates, vacancies, eligibility, and the selection process, is available at https://sssb.punjab.gov.in/.
PSSSB Craft Instructor Vacancy 2026
The Punjab Craft Instructor Recruitment will fill a total of 681 vacancies, and the official notification PDF includes the category-wise distribution.
Craft Instructor (Degree/Diploma) – 250 Posts
| Posts | Vacancy |
| Attendant Operator (Chemical Plant) | 2 |
| Draughtsman Civil | 5 |
| Electronics Mechanic | 10 |
| Electroplater | 1 |
| Fitter | 25 |
| Industrial Painter | 4 |
| Instrument Mechanic | 2 |
| Machinist | 14 |
| Machinist Grinder | 1 |
| Mechanic Agricultural Machinery | 2 |
| Mechanic Auto Electrical & Electronics | 7 |
| Mechanic Diesel Engine | 6 |
| Mechanic Motor Vehicle | 12 |
| Mechanic Tractor | 18 |
| Painter (General) | 2 |
| Plastic Processing Operator | 1 |
| Plumber | 20 |
| Refrigeration & Air Conditioner Technician | 36 |
| Spinning Technician | 2 |
| Surveyor | 4 |
| Tool & Die Maker (Press Tools, Jigs & Fixtures) | 2 |
| Turner | 12 |
| Welder | 20 |
| Wood Work Technician | 27 |
| Workshop Calculation & Science | 15 |
| Total | 250 |
Craft Instructor (NTC/NAC) – 431 Posts
| Posts | Vacancy |
| Attendant Operator (Chemical Plant) | 5 |
| Computer Hardware & Network Maintenance | 1 |
| Draughtsman Civil | 24 |
| Electrician | 76 |
| Electronics Mechanic | 22 |
| Electroplater | 1 |
| Fitter | 43 |
| Industrial Painter | 4 |
| ICT System Maintenance | 10 |
| Machinist | 20 |
| Machinist Grinder | 1 |
| Mechanic Agricultural Machinery | 1 |
| Mechanic Tractor | 17 |
| Mechanic Auto Electrical & Electronics | 8 |
| Mechanic Consumer Electronics Appliances | 6 |
| Mechanic Diesel Engine | 17 |
| Painter (General) | 1 |
| Plastic Processing Operator | 1 |
| Plumber | 38 |
| Refrigeration & Air Conditioner Technician | 53 |
| Spinning Technician | 3 |
| Surveyor | 8 |
| Tool & Die Maker (Press Tools, Jigs & Fixtures) | 2 |
| Turner | 18 |
| Welder | 22 |
| Welder (GMAW & GTAW) | 9 |
| Wood Work Technician | 20 |
| Total | 431 |
PSSSB Craft Instructor Eligibility
The confirmed eligibility criteria have been mentioned in the official notification; candidates can, till then, check the expected eligibility criteria from here.
Educational Qualification (as on 30/07/2026)
For Craft Instructor (Degree/Diploma) posts:
- 10th pass with Science and Mathematics under the 10+2 system from a recognized School/Board, and
- A relevant Bachelor’s Degree/B.Voc in the concerned engineering discipline (e.g., Mechanical, Civil, Electronics, Chemical, etc.) from an AICTE/UGC-recognized institution with 1 year of relevant industry or teaching experience, OR a 3-year relevant Diploma from AICTE/a recognized Board of Technical Education with 2 years of relevant experience.
- Degree/Diploma holders must acquire the National Craft Instructor Certificate (NCIC) in the relevant trade within 3 years of appointment, failing which their service will be discontinued.
For Craft Instructor (NTC/NAC) posts:
- 10th pass with Science and Mathematics under the 10+2 system, and
- A National Trade Certificate (NTC) or National Apprenticeship Certificate (NAC) in the relevant trade from a recognized institution, and
- A National Craft Instructor Certificate (NCIC) in the relevant trade, and
- 3 years of relevant industry or teaching experience.
Punjabi Language: As per Rule 17 of the Punjab Civil Services (General and Common Conditions of Service) Rules, 1994, candidates must have passed Punjabi at least up to Matriculation level (or an equivalent examination).
Age Limit (as on 01/01/2026)
Candidates must fall in the age group of 18 to 37 years as of the cut-off date, with standard age relaxations for SC/BC/PwD/Ex-servicemen and other reserved categories as per Punjab Government rules.
PSSSB Craft Instructor Vacancy Application Fee 2026
Candidates applying for the PSSSB Craft Instructor Exam must pay the application fee online. It is to be noted that this application fee is non-refundable. The application fee is as per the category from the table below.
| Category | Application Fee |
|---|---|
| Ex-servicemen, EWS, PwD & Lineal Descendants of Ex-servicemen (Punjab) | Rs. 500/- |
| SC & BC (Punjab domicile) | Rs. 750/- |
| All Other Categories | Rs. 1,500/- |
Steps to Apply Online for Punjab Craft Instructor Recruitment 2026
Candidates can follow the step-by-step process below to apply online for PSSSB Recruitment 2026.
- Candidates must first go to the Punjab Subordinate Services Selection Board (PSSSB) official website at www.sssb.punjab.gov.in.
- On the homepage, under the Career section, click on the Online Application.
- A new page will appear on the screen. Click on ” Click Here to Apply for Various Craft Instructor (Various Trades) Advertisement No. 03/2026.
- Click on “New Registration” and enter your Name, other personal details, and a valid Email ID and contact number.
- A unique registration ID and password will be generated and sent to the candidate’s Email ID and mobile number.
- After successful registration, enter your application number and date of birth.
- Upload all the required documents, including your passport-size photograph, signature, certificates, etc.
- Pay the application fees as mentioned category-wise and click on the Submit button.
- Download and take a printout of the PSSSB Application form for future reference.
PSSSB Recruitment 2026 Selection Process 2026
Candidates’ selection for Craft Instructor posts is based on a single-stage selection process i.e. written examination. Qualified candidates in the written exam will be called to appear for the document verification process.
- Written Examination- Objective-type (MCQ), with negative marking: each question carries 1 mark, and ¼ mark is deducted for each wrong answer.
- Merit List- Prepared based on marks obtained in the written exam. In case of a tie, preference goes first to the older candidate (by date of birth), then to the candidate with a higher qualifying-education percentage, and finally to higher marks in Matriculation.
- Counselling / Document Verification- Shortlisted candidates are called for verification of original certificates related to educational qualification, technical qualification, and reservation category.
Punjab Craft Instructor Salary
The salary for Craft Instructors in Punjab ranges from Rs 15,000 to Rs 30,000+ per month, depending on whether the position is contractual or permanent within government ITIs and schools.
| Post Name | Salary Range |
| Craft Instructors | Rs. 35,400/- (Level-6, as per 7th Central Pay Scale) |
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