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PSSSB Craft Instructor Recruitment 2026 Notification Out For 681 Posts

The Punjab Subordinate Services Selection Board invites online applications from eligible candidates for 681 posts of PSSSB Craft Instructor Recruitment 2026 under the Department of Technical Education and Industrial Training (Directorate of Industrial Training Wing), Punjab. Interested candidates should carefully check the eligibility criteria, age limit, educational qualifications, and selection process before applying.

PSSSB Craft Instructor Notification 2026 Out

ssssb.punjab.gov.in 2026: The PSSSB has released the notification for the post of Craft Instructor/ITI Instructor Recruitment 2026 under advt. no. 03/2026. The detailed notification includes complete information such as application dates, eligibility criteria, salary, and other important details. Interested candidates can submit their applications online through the official website.

PSSSB Craft Instructor Recruitment 2026

This recruitment drive presents a great opportunity for candidates looking for government jobs in Punjab.

Punjab Craft Instructor Recruitment 2026: Overview
Organization Punjab Subordinate Service Selection Board(PSSSB)
Post Name Craft Instructor/ITI Instructor (Various Trade)
Advt. No. 03/2026
Vacancy 681
Detailed Notification 13 July 2026
Apply start date 10 July 2026
Last Date to apply 30 July 2026
Eligibility Criteria Engineering Diploma
Selection Process Written exam & Document Verification
Official website www.ssssb.punjab.gov.in

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PSSSB ITI Instructor Vacancy 2026

The PSSSB has announced a total of 681 vacancies under the Punjab Craft Instructor Recruitment 2026. The category wise vacancy distribution has been released along with the detailed notification.

Annexure Qualification Type Total Posts
Annexure-A Degree/Diploma Holders 250
Annexure-B NTC/NAC Holders 431
Annexure-A: Craft Instructor- Total Vacancies: 250
Category Total Posts (T)
General 66
SC (M&B) 24
SC (R&O) 35
BC 17
ESM General 24
ESM SC (M&B) 7
ESM SC (R&O) 30
EWS 10
Sports (Gen) 29
Sports SC (M&B) 8
Sports SC (R&O) 3
PH (Ortho) 9
PH (HI) 6
FF 3
Total 250
Annexure-B: Craft Instructor (NTC/NAC) – Total Vacancies: 431
Sr. No. Trade Name (NTC/NAC) Total Posts
1 Attendant Operator (Chemical Plant) 10
2 Computer Hardware & Network Maintenance 11
3 Draughtsman Civil 9
4 Electrician 32
5 Electronics Mechanic 23
6 Electroplater 11
7 Fitter 31
8 Industrial Painter 10
9 Information & Communication Technology System Maintenance 9
10 Instrument Mechanic 12
11 Machinist 12
12 Machinist Grinder 10
13 Mechanic Agricultural Machinery 13
14 Mechanic Auto Electrical and Electronics 14
15 Mechanic Consumer Electronics Appliances 10
16 Mechanic Diesel Engine 14
17 Mechanic Motor Vehicle 18
18 Mechanic Tractor 10
19 Painter (General) 10
20 Plastic Processing Operator 10
21 Plumber 12
22 Refrigeration and Air Conditioner Technician 19
23 Spinning Technician 10
24 Surveyor 11
25 Tool & Die Maker (Press Tools, Jigs & Fixture) 10
26 Turner 11
27 Welder 27
28 Welder (GMAW & GTAW) 8
29 Wood Work Technician 11
30 Workshop Calculation & Science 13
Total 431

Eligibility Criteria for PSSSB Craft Instructor 2026

Here is the complete eligibility criteria for the  PSSSB Craft Instructor Recruitment 2026posts under Advertisement No. 03/2026 by SSSB Punjab.

1. Nationality

Requirement Details
Nationality Must be a citizen of India.
Domicile Must be a resident of Punjab State to claim reservation benefits. A valid Domicile Certificate (not older than 5 years) must be uploaded/ presented.

2. Educational Qualification

Here is two parts for qualification for PSSSB Craft Instructor Recruitment 2026 and these are:

A. Academic Qualification (Common for All)
Requirement Details
Minimum Qualification Must have passed 10th class (Matriculation) with Science and Mathematics as subjects under the 10+2 system from a recognized School or Board.
Punjabi Language Must have passed Matriculation (10th) with Punjabi as one of the compulsory or elective subjects, OR any other equivalent examination in Punjabi language specified by the Government.
B. Technical Qualification

There are two parts based on your qualification:

Part 1: Degree/Diploma Holders (Annexure-A)
Option Qualification Experience Required
Option 1 (Degree) Bachelor of Vocational / Degree in the relevant Engineering/Technology field from an AICTE/UGC recognized Engineering College/University. 1 year of relevant experience in an organization registered under the Factories Act, 1948 OR teaching experience in a Government institution or recognized institution.
Option 2 (Diploma) 03-year Diploma in the relevant Engineering/Technology field from an AICTE recognized Board of Technical Education OR relevant Advanced Diploma (Vocational) from Director General of Training (DGT). 2 years of relevant experience in an organization registered under the Factories Act, 1948 OR teaching experience in a Government institution or recognized institution.

Must acquire “National Craft Instructor Certificate (NCIC)” in the relevant trade within 3 years from the date of appointment. Failure to do so will result in termination of service.

Path 2: NTC/NAC Holders (Annexure-B)
Requirement Details
(i) National Trade Certificate (NTC) OR National Apprenticeship Certificate (NAC) in the relevant trade from a recognized Institution.
(ii) National Craft Instructor Certificate (NCIC) in the relevant trade.
(iii) 3 years of relevant experience in an organization registered under the Factories Act, 1948 OR teaching experience in a Government institution or recognized institution.

3. Age Limit

Category Minimum Age Maximum Age
General Category 18 years 37 years
SC / BC (Punjab Residents) 18 years 42 years
State / Central Government Employees 18 years 45 years
Ex-Servicemen (Punjab Residents) 18 years As per Punjab Recruitment of Ex-servicemen Rules, 1982 (Age relaxation = Service period – 3 years)
Widows / Divorcees / Certain Married Women 18 years 40 years (as per Govt. Letter No. 1/50/83-5PP(1368)/3454 dated 23/04/1984)

Application Fee Details

Candidates can check the category wise application fee for the PSSSB Recruitment 2026 table below.

Sr. No. Category Total Fees
1 Ex-Serviceman (ESM) – Punjab State only Rs. 500/-
2 Economically Weaker Sections (EWS) – Punjab State only Rs. 500/-
3 Persons with Disabilities (PWD) – Punjab State only Rs. 500/-
4 Lineal Descendants of Ex-Servicemen (LDESM) – Punjab State only Rs. 500/-
5 Scheduled Castes (SC) – Punjab State only Rs. 750/-
6 Backward Classes (BC) – Punjab State only Rs. 750/-
7 All Other Categories (General, Sports, Freedom Fighter, etc.) Rs. 1500/-

Note: Only Punjab State residents are eligible for the concessional fee rates (Rs. 500/- and Rs. 750/-). Candidates from other states will have to pay Rs. 1500/-.

Punjab Craft Instructor Apply Online Link 2026

The online application process link for the Punjab SSSB Craft Instructor (ITI Instructor) Recruitment 2026 has been activated now. Eligible candidates can complete their application before the last date 30 July 2026. For the convenience of applicants, the direct link to apply online for PSSSB Craft Instructor Recruitment 2026 has been provided below.

How to apply for the Punjab Craft Instructor Recruitment 2026 ?

Candidates can easily apply online for the PSSSB Craft Instructor Recruitment 2026 by following these simple steps.

  • Visit the official Punjab Subordinate Services Selection Board (PSSSB) website.
  • On the homepage, click on the “Online Applications” section.
  • Select the PSSSB Craft Instructor Recruitment 2026 application link.
  • Complete the One-Time Registration (OTR) using your email ID and mobile number.
  • Log in with your registration credentials and fill in the application form with the required personal, educational, and other details.
  • Upload your scanned photograph, signature, and the required documents in the prescribed format.
  • Pay the application fee through the available online payment options.
  • Check all the details entered in the application form and submit it.
  • Download and take a printout of the submitted application form for future reference.

PSSSB Craft Instructor Selection Process 2026

PSSSB Craft Instructor Recruitment 2026 includes three stages. Candidates must qualify each stage to be considered for final selection.

Stage 1: Written Examination

The PSSSB Craft Instructor Recruitment 2026 begins with an offline OMR-based objective-type exam consisting of two parts:

  • Part A: Punjabi Language Test (50 marks, qualifying in nature). Candidates must score 50% marks to have Part B evaluated.
  • Part B: Technical Subject, General Knowledge, Reasoning, Mathematics, and English. This section is considered for the final merit list.

Negative Marking: 0.25 marks will be deducted for each incorrect answer in Part B.

Stage 2: Merit List

Detail Information
Basis of Merit Merit list will be prepared solely on the marks obtained in the written examination.
Tie-Breaker Rules In case of equal marks, the following criteria will be applied in order:
1st Preference Candidate with higher age (older candidate) will be given preference.
2nd Preference If age is also equal, the candidate with higher percentage in the required educational qualification will be given preference.
3rd Preference If both are still equal, the candidate with higher marks in Matriculation (10th) will be given preference.

Stage 3: Document Verification

Finally, candidates must undergo a documents verification to check their documents for the post. Final selection is subject to successful completion of all stages.

Detail Information
Purpose Candidates will be called for counseling and document verification based on the merit list.
Number of Candidates The number of candidates called for counseling will be decided by the Board based on the number of vacancies in each category.
Original Documents Candidates must bring all original certificates (Educational, Technical, Caste, Domicile, Experience, etc.) along with self-attested photocopies.
Category Verification Candidates will only be considered in the category/code they applied for. No change of category will be allowed at this stage.

PSSSB Craft Instructor Salary 2026

Candidates selected through the PSSSB Craft Instructor Recruitment 2026 will receive a salary as per the Punjab Government pay rules. As per the recruitment details, the post carries Pay Matrix Level-6, with an initial basic pay of approximately ₹35,400 per month. In addition to the basic salary, selected candidates will also be entitled to allowances such as Dearness Allowance (DA), House Rent Allowance (HRA), Medical Allowance, and other benefits applicable under Punjab Government service rules.

Detail Information
Post Craft Instructor (all trades in Annexure-A & Annexure-B)
Pay Scale Rs. 35,400/- (Level-6)
Pay Matrix As per 7th Central Pay Commission (7th CPC)

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FAQs

What is the starting date to apply online for PSSSB Craft Instructor 2026?

The online application process for the Punjab Craft Instructor recruitment will commence on 10 July 2026 on the official website.

How many vacancies have been released for Punjab ITI Instructor Recruitment 2026?

Ans: The Punjab Subordinate Services Selection Board (PSSSB) has announced a total of 681 vacancies for Craft Instructors/ITI Instructors across various trades.

Can freshers apply for the PSSSB Craft Instructor posts?

Ans: No, freshers are not eligible. Along with the required technical qualification (Engineering Diploma or ITI + CITC), candidates must possess at least 2 years of relevant work experience to apply.

What is the official website to apply for PSSSB ITI Instructor Vacancy?

Ans: Eligible candidates can submit their online applications through the official PSSSB recruitment portal at sssb.punjab.gov.in.

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