Punjab Subordinate Service Selection Board (PSSSB) has invited online applications from interested and eligible candidates for the recruitment of Group D (Servant, Watchman) posts. A total of 1401 vacancies have been announced under PSSSB Group D Recruitment 2026 under Advt. No. 04/2026. As scheduled, the last date to apply online is September 4, 2026. Chcek complete details from the article.
PSSSB Group D Recruitment 2026 Notification
The official notification PDF (Advt. No. 04/2026) for the recruitment of Group D posts has been released officially by PSSSB with all details, including vacancies, selection process, exam pattern, and important dates.
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Important Dates
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Salary Structure
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Punjab Group D New Vacancy 2026
The vacancy details for the PSSSB Group D Recruitment 2026 have been released by the Punjab Subordinate Service Selection Board (PSSSB) through the official notice released at https://sssb.punjab.gov.in/.
| Category | Total Posts | Reserved for Women |
|---|---|---|
| General | 465 | 138 |
| SC (M&B) | 154 | 80 |
| SC (R&O) | 129 | 53 |
| BC | 126 | 52 |
| ESM (General) | 173 | 68 |
| ESM SC (M&B) | 47 | 8 |
| ESM SC (R&O) | 22 | 3 |
| ESM BC | 31 | 9 |
| Sports (General) | 38 | 17 |
| Sports SC (M&B) | 26 | 3 |
| Sports SC (R&O) | 2 | 0 |
| PH (Ortho) | 27 | 8 |
| PH (VI) | 22 | 5 |
| PH (HI) | 17 | 4 |
| PH (ID/MD) | 7 | 1 |
| Freedom Fighter | 13 | 3 |
| EWS | 102 | 38 |
| Total | 1401 | 500 |
PSSSB Group D Eligibility Criteria
Before applying for PSSSB Group D (ਗਰੁੱਪ-ਡੀ) 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 01/01/2026)
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 |
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| 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 Apply Online 2026 Link
Interested and eligible candidates can apply online for PSSSB Group D Recruitment 2026 till September 4, 2026, through the official website https://sssb.punjab.gov.in/. Candidates who want to apply for Group D (ਗਰੁੱਪ-ਡੀ) (Servant, Watchman) make sure to complete the application form before the last date to avoid last-minute technical glitches.
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 online, and once paid, it will not be refunded under any circumstances.
| Category | Application Fee |
| 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.
What is PSSSB Group D Selection Process 2026
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.
- Written Examination
- Document Verification Process
PSSSB Group D Recruitment 2026 Exam Pattern
- PSSSB Group D Exam includes 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 |
PSSSB Group D Recruitment Salary 2026
The initial pay scale for selected candidates for Group D posts is from Rs. 18000/- to Rs. 56900/-. Besides this, candidates will be provided with a dearness allowance, house rent allowance, and transport allowance.
| Post Name | Pay Scale |
| Group D (ਗਰੁੱਪ-ਡੀ) | Rs. 18000/- to Rs. 56900/- (Level-1) 7th CPC |
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