The Punjab Subordinate Services Selection Board (PSSSB) has announced the PSSSB Clerk Exam Date 2026 for candidates registered under Advertisement No. 02 of 2026. The written examination for 531 Clerk (Common Cadre) posts will be conducted on 11 October 2026. The recruitment is being conducted for Clerk posts across various Punjab Government departments. Candidates can check the latest exam date, vacancy, eligibility, application details, selection process and exam pattern below.
PSSSB Clerk Exam Date 2026
The PSSSB Clerk Exam 2026 is scheduled to be held on 11 October 2026. The Punjab Subordinate Services Selection Board has included the Clerk examination under Advertisement No. 02 of 2026 in its latest exam schedule. Candidates appearing for the recruitment can check the exam date and other important details below.

As per the schedule, the PSSSB Clerk examination will be conducted on 11 October 2026. Candidates should keep the exam date in mind and follow further updates regarding the admit card and examination instructions.
PSSSB Clerk Recruitment 2026
The PSSSB Clerk Recruitment 2026 is being conducted to fill 531 Clerk and Clerk IT positions. The recruitment process involves a structured selection methodology consisting of a written examination, a typing test, and document verification.
The Board has clarified that candidates who have already applied earlier under Advertisement No. 02/2026 do not need to apply again.
PSSSB Clerk Notification 2026 Out
The PSSSB Clerk Notification 2026 was released under Advertisement No. 02 of 2026 for Clerk (Common Cadre) posts. The recruitment notification contains details related to vacancies, eligibility, application process, examination scheme, selection process and other conditions. The application window was originally opened in February 2026 and was later reopened from 25 August to 7 September 2026 through the corrigendum issued in August 2026.
PSSSB Clerk Recruitment 2026 Overview
Candidates must ensure they complete their registration and fee payment within the active window. The category-wise application dates and important details are structured as follows:
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Recruiting Organisation | Punjab Subordinate Services Selection Board (PSSSB) |
| Post Name | Clerk (Common Cadre) |
| Advertisement No. | 02 of 2026 |
| Total Vacancies | 531 |
| Job Location | Punjab |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Reopened Application Dates | 25 August to 7 September 2026 |
| Exam Date | 11 October 2026 |
| Pay Level | Level-2 |
| Basic Pay | ₹19,900 |
| Official Website | sssb.punjab.gov.in |
PSSSB Clerk Vacancy 2026
A total of 531 Clerk (Common Cadre) vacancies have been announced under Advertisement No. 02 of 2026. The vacancies are distributed across various departments of the Punjab Government. The detailed department-wise and category-wise vacancy distribution is provided in the recruitment documents.
| Category-Wise Vacancy Breakdown | |
| Category | Vacancies |
| General | – |
| SC (Scheduled Caste) | – |
| BC (Backward Class – Punjab) | – |
| EWS (Economically Weaker Section) | – |
| Ex-Servicemen | – |
| PwD (Persons with Disabilities) | – |
| Total | 531 |
PSSSB Clerk Eligibility Criteria 2026
Candidates must fulfil the prescribed educational qualification, Punjabi language requirement and age criteria for the Clerk post.
Educational Qualification
To be eligible for PSSSB Clerk Recruitment 2026, candidates must fulfil the following conditions:
- Bachelor’s Degree in any discipline from a recognised university
- At least 120 hours of a computer course with practical experience
OR
‘O-Level Certificate from DOEACC (NIELIT) - Punjabi language qualification up to the Matric level is mandatory
Additionally, candidates must secure a minimum 50% marks in the Punjabi qualifying test, which is compulsory.
Age limit
- Minimum age: 18 years
- Maximum age: 37 years (for General category)
| Category | Age Limit / Relaxation |
|---|---|
| SC / ST of Punjab | Up to 42 years |
| State / Central Government Employees | Up to 45 years (with age relaxation) |
| Ex-Servicemen | As per Punjab Recruitment of Ex-Servicemen Rules, 1982; service period may be deducted from the age |
| Punjab Defence Personnel | Upper age limit of 47 years (with 10 years age relaxation) |
| Widows, Divorcees & Certain Married Women | Age relaxation up to 40 years as per the Punjab Government rules |
PSSSB Clerk Apply Online 2026
The PSSSB Clerk application process was reopened from 25 August to 7 September 2026. The application window is now closed. Candidates who had already applied during the original application period were not required to submit a fresh application.
PSSSB Clerk Selection Process 2026
The PSSSB Clerk selection process consists of the following stages:
- Written Examination
- Typing Test
- Document Verification/Counselling
The written examination has two parts. Part A is a qualifying Punjabi language test, while Part B is the merit-based written examination. Candidates who qualify the written examination are required to appear for the typing test.
| Stages | Names |
| Stage I | PSSSB Written Exam |
| Stage II | PSSSB Typing Test |
| Stage III | PSSSB Document Verification |
PSSSB Clerk Exam Pattern 2026
The PSSSB Clerk written examination is conducted in MCQ format using OMR sheets. The total duration is 2 hours 30 minutes. The examination consists of Part A and Part B.
Part A- Qualifying test of Punjabi Language to Matriculation Standard
| Part | Topic | Questions | Marks |
| Part A | Punjabi Qualifying Exam | 50 | 50 |
Part B- Part B will be evaluated only if a candidate scores a minimum 50% marks in Part A
| Part | Subjects / Sections | Questions | Marks |
|---|---|---|---|
| Part B | English | 12 | 12 |
| Logical Reasoning & Mental Ability | 25 | 25 | |
| Punjabi | 13 | 13 | |
| General Knowledge & Current Affairs | 25 | 25 | |
| Punjab History & Culture | 17 | 17 | |
| ICT | 8 | 8 | |
| Total | 100 | 100 |
PSSSB Clerk Syllabus 2026
The PSSSB Clerk Syllabus includes General Knowledge, General English, Punjabi Language, Reasoning Ability, and Quantitative Aptitude. Candidates should prepare according to the syllabus to score well in the examination.
| Subject | Important Topics |
|---|---|
| Punjabi | Grammar, Vocabulary, Comprehension |
| English | Grammar, Vocabulary, Comprehension |
| General Knowledge & Current Affairs | Current Affairs, General Awareness |
| Punjab History & Culture | History, Culture, Heritage of Punjab |
| Reasoning & Mental Ability | Analogy, Series, Coding-Decoding, Logical Reasoning |
| ICT | Computer Basics, MS Office, Internet, Networking |
PSSSB Clerk Salary 2026
Candidates who successfully clear all stages of the PSSSB selection process are appointed as Clerks. After recruitment, selected candidates receive an expected salary of ₹19,900 per month. The PSSSB Clerk Salary structure for the PSSSB Clerk post is fixed by the official authorities.
| Post | Salary |
|---|---|
| Clerk | ₹19,900/- |
Exam Difficulty & Competition Analysis for PSSSB Clerk Recruitment
- The PSSSB Clerk Recruitment 2026 usually attracts a large number of applicants.
- The written exam level is generally moderate, but cut-offs go high due to heavy competition.
- Candidates who prepare the Punjabi language and typing in advance get a strong advantage.
- Many applicants are eliminated in the qualifying stages, not the main merit paper.
- A safe strategy is to maintain high accuracy in objective questions and avoid negative marking.
- Keep consistent typing practice, as small score differences can affect final selection.
Time Management Tips
- Divide your study time properly between Punjabi, Computer, and Typing practice.
- Follow a daily study schedule instead of irregular preparation.
- Give extra time to your weak subjects.
- Practice previous year papers within the time limit.
- During the exam, attempt easy questions first to save time.
- Keep the last few minutes to review your answers.
PSSSB Helpdesk Contact Details
Candidates facing any issues or having queries related to the recruitment process can contact the helpdesk using the details provided below:
- Phone: 0172-2298000 (Ext. 5106/5107)
- Mobile: 9646932955, 9041799018
- Email: secy.sssb@gmail.com
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