PSSSB Excise Inspector Exam Date 2026, Official Schedule Soon

Punjab Subordinate Service Selection Board (PSSSB) has released the PSSSB Excise Inspector Recruitment 2026 Notification for 197 vacancies for Excise and Taxation Inspector posts. The officials will now conduct the first stage of the selection process, i.e., a written exam, for which the PSSSB Excise Inspector Exam Date 2026 will be announced soon at the PSSSB official website https://sssb.punjab.gov.in/.

PSSSB Excise Inspector Recruitment 2026 Notification PDF Out

Candidates interested in applying for the PSSSB Excise Inspector Vacancy should go through the PSSSB Excise Inspector Notification PDF to ensure their eligibility for the Excise Inspector posts. To be selected for Excise Inspector posts in the pay scale of Rs. 35,400/-, candidates have to undergo a written exam and document verification process.

PSSSB Excise Inspector Exam Date 2026

The Punjab Subordinate Service Selection Board (PSSSB) is now going to conduct the first stage of the selection process, i.e., a written exam to recruit eligible candidates for 197 Excise and Taxation Inspector vacancies. The PSSSB Excise Inspector Exam Date 2026 for the written exam will be announced soon by the PSSSB at their official website https://sssb.punjab.gov.in/. Once the exam date is announced by the officials, the same will also be updated here.

Excise Inspector Punjab Recruitment 2026- Important Dates

The PSSSB Excise Inspector Exam Date 2026 for the written exam will be announced soon. Check important dates from here.

PSSSB Excise Inspector Vacancy 2026

Punjab Subordinate Service Selection Board (PSSSB) has announced 197 vacancies for the position of Excise and Taxation Inspector. The category-wise vacancy details for the PSSSB Excise Inspector Recruitment 2026 have been provided in the detailed notification.

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Eligibility Criteria for PSSSB Excise Inspector Recruitment 2026

Candidates must check all eligibility details, such as education qualifications and age limits.

Educational Qualification

• Candidates must have completed Graduation from a recognised institution by the Central & State Governments. Candidates must have Punjabi as a subject at the Matriculation level, Computer Course
• 120-hour computer course with hands-on experience in office productivity or desktop publishing applications

Age Limit

Age Relaxation

• Candidates belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and Backwards Classes (BC) of Punjab are eligible for an extended upper age limit of 42 years.
• Additionally, employees of the State and Central Government can avail of age relaxation, with the upper age limit extended to 45 years.

PSSSB Excise Inspector Application Form 2026

As the last date to apply for PSSSB Excise Inspector Recruitment 2026 is 6th March 2026, candidates are advised to complete their application form through the official website https://sssb.punjab.gov.in/. This is the last opportunity for interested candidates to apply for 197 Excise and Taxation Inspector vacancies. Once the application link is in activeted, no application will be accepted under any circumstances.

PSSSB Excise Inspector Recruitment 2026 Application Fee

To complete the PSSSB Excise Inspector Recruitment 2026 application form process, candidates have to pay the application fee through online mode. An application without paying the fee will be considered incomplete.

How to Apply for PSSSB Excise Inspector Recruitment 2026?

1. Visit the official website of the Punjab Subordinate Service Selection Board (PSSSB) at www.sssb.punjab.gov.in.
2. Go to the PSSSB Excise Inspector Recruitment 2026 notification and click on it.
3. Click on the “Excise Inspector Recruitment 2026” link and select “Apply Online.”
4. Register yourself by providing the required details and uploading the necessary documents.
5. Fill out the application form carefully and submit it.
6. Pay the application fee through a draft issued to the commission.
7. Submit your online application.
8. Take a printout of your online application for future reference.

PSSSB Excise Inspector Selection Process 2026

Candidates are required to qualify for both of these exams to get selected for the post of PSSSB Excise Inspector in the Punjab State. The main thing to note here is that there is no interview process required for the selection of candidates.

1. Written Test
2. Document Verification

PSSSB Excise Inspector 2026 Exam Pattern

• The written test will carry 100 marks, with each question carrying 1 mark.
• There is a negative marking of 0.25 marks per question
• Candidates will have 2 hours to complete the Written Test
• The candidates will have to select one optional subject for language proficiency out of Punjabi and English

PSSSB Excise Inspector Syllabus & Exam Pattern 2026- Click to Check

PSSSB Excise Inspector Previous Year Papers- Click to Check

PSSSB Excise and Taxation Inspector Salary 2026

As per the 7th Central Pay Commission (CPC) guidelines, the pay scale for this post is set at Rs. 35,400 per month, along with additional allowances and benefits as per government norms.

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PSSSB Excise Inspector Job Profile

• The main duty of an Excise Inspector is to implement and enforce state excise and tax laws.
• Ensure that licensed manufacturers, wholesalers, and sellers comply with legal requirements
• Conduct routine and surprise inspections at factories, warehouses, shops, and production units handling excisable goods
• The PSSSB Excise Inspector role is not limited to desk work. The officer works actively in the field and conducts raids to curb illegal activities, especially to stop the production and sale of illicit liquor.
• Participate in or assist raids on suspicious premises to curb illegal activities.
• Communicate with business owners to explain rules, provide guidance on compliance, and resolve queries. Educate stakeholders on legal procedures and requirements.
• Support legal proceedings by collecting evidence and preparing case files.
• Work closely with police, revenue, GST, and other regulatory bodies during inspections or coordinated actions.

PSSSB Excise Inspector Preparation Tips

Candidates need to have a strong preparation strategy that will help them plan accordingly and score maximum marks in the exam.

• PSSSB Excise Inspector syllabus and exam pattern assist candidates in understanding the subject-wise syllabus needed to prepare for the exam
• Make SHORT notes while studying a particular topic. This will help you in revision and also help you understand the concept thoroughly
• To enhance your memory, it’s important to regularly review the topics you have learned each day. This practice will help you remember those topics more effectively in the long run. Additionally, revising will aid you in recalling essential formulas and concepts
• Solve previous years’ question papers and take mock tests to improve speed and accuracy
• Practice regularly with mock tests to assess your performance and build exam confidence
• Time management is the next important thing when it comes to exam preparation. Make a study timetable and divide your time for each topic/subject. Keep a track of your time to cover the entire syllabus