Punjab PSSSB Patwari Recruitment 2026, 1001 Posts, Eligibility, Salary, Exam Pattern

The Punjab Government will start early recruitment for Punjab Patwari posts in the Punjab Revenue and Rehabilitation Department across the state. PSSSB will fill a total of 1,001 patwari posts through PSSSB Patwari Recruitment 2026. This article highlights expected details, such as eligibility, the selection process, and more, based on the previous notification.

As yesterday discussed in CM meeting, the Punjab Patwari Notification is expected to be released in end of September or first week in October on the official website at sssb.punjab.gov.in

Punjab PSSSB Patwari Notification 2026

The PSSSB has not officially confirmed the exact release date of the Punjab Patwari Notification 2026. Based on the previous notification, candidates can check the expected details, including educational qualifications, age limit, selection process, exam pattern, syllabus, salary, application fee and more. Once the official notification is released, we will update all details in the article.

Punjab Patwari Recruitment 2026: Overview

Candidates who have completed their graduation and have computer knowledge should start their preparation for the PSSSB Patwari Post. Aspirants must satisfy the prescribed educational qualifications and age criteria before submitting the application form. Here is a quick overview of the expected Punjab Patwari Recruitment 2026 details:

What Does a Patwari Do?

A Patwari is the village-level revenue official in Punjab. The role covers maintaining land records (jamabandi, girdawari), mutation entries and revenue-related documentation for the Revenue Department.

Punjab Patwari Vacancy 2026

As usual, only the expected number of 1001 patwari posts have been announced on various social media platforms and are to be filled by eligible candidates in the Revenue and Rehabilitation Department. The category-wise breakup (General, SC, BC, EWS, Ex-Servicemen, PwBD) will follow the Punjab Government reservation rules and will be added once PSSSB release it.

What are the Online Application Form Fee?

The exact application form fee will be cleared through the official Punjab Patwari Notification 2026, once it is officially released. Till then, candidates can check the expected fee details from the table below.

What are the Eligibility Criteria for Patwari Posts?

Candidates must meet the required eligibility criteria before applying for the Punjab Patwari Recruitment 2026. The same eligibility criteria are based on the previous notification provided in the article below.

Educational Qualification

The required educational qualifications are given below:

• Degree: Must possess a Bachelor’s Degree in any discipline from a recognised university.
• Matric Language: Must have passed Punjabi as a mandatory or elective subject in Matriculation (Class 10th) or its equivalent.
• Computer Skills: Must have completed at least 120 hours of working experience in computer applications from a recognised institution OR possess an ‘O’ Level Certificate from the Department of Electronics Accreditation of Computer Courses (DOEACC/NIELIT).

Age Limit

• The required age criteria are given below:
• Minimum Age: 18 Years
• Maximum Age: 37 Years
• Age relaxation will be provided to the reserved categories as per the Punjab Government norms

Nationality

Must be an Indian citizen (or eligible categories like subjects of Nepal/Bhutan/Sikkim, certain Tibetan refugees, and persons of Indian origin from specified countries, as per PSSSB rules).

Punjab PSSSB Patwari Apply Online 2026

The Punjab Patwari online application process will be started on the official PSSSB website after the release of the detailed notification. Eligible candidates will be able to complete the registration, fill out the application form, upload the required documents, and pay the application fee through the online portal.

How to Apply for Punjab Patwari Posts?

Candidates can apply online for the Punjab PSSSB Patwari Recruitment 2026 by following these steps:

1. Visit sssb.punjab.gov.in.
2. Open the PSSSB Patwari Recruitment 2026 link.
3. Register with a valid email ID and mobile number.
4. Fill in personal, educational and contact details.
5. Upload photo, signature and documents.
6. Pay the fee online.
7. Submit and download the form for reference

Documents Required for Punjab Patwari Recruitment 2026

Candidates must scan and upload the following documents in the prescribed format and file size specified by the recruitment board:

• Recent passport-size photograph
• Scanned signature
• Matriculation (Class 10) certificate (as proof of age and Punjabi language qualification)
• Graduation degree or marksheet
• Computer course certificate (‘O’ Level or a 120-hour computer course certificate, if applicable)
• Category/Caste certificate (for candidates applying under reserved categories)
• EWS certificate (if applicable)
• PwBD/Disability certificate (if applicable)
• Valid Photo ID proof (if required as per the notification)

Ensure that all uploaded documents are clear, legible, and match the details entered in the online application form.

What are the Selection Process?

The selection process for Punjab PSSSB Patwari Recruitment 2026 will be conducted in stages as decided by the Punjab Subordinate Services Selection Board. The selection stages are given below:

• Written Examination: An objective-type test consisting of 150 Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs).
• Document Verification (DV): Candidates who clear the written cutoff will be called to verify their original certificates and computer credentials.

The final merit list will be prepared based on the marks obtained in the written examination.

PSSSB Patwari Exam Pattern 2026

Total 150 questions, 150 marks, 2 hours 30 minutes. Part A is qualifying in nature (minimum 50%, i.e. 25 out of 50).

1. Total Questions: 150
2. Total Marks: 150
3. Duration: 2 Hours 30 Minutes

PSSSB Patwari Syllabus 2026

For the convenience of the candidates, we have provided an expected overview of the Punjab Patwari Exam Syllabus in the article.

• Punjabi Language (Part A): grammar, vocabulary, comprehension, translation.
• General Knowledge & Current Affairs: Indian polity, geography, economy, national and Punjab current affairs.
• Reasoning & Mental Ability: series, coding-decoding, analogy, puzzles, data interpretation.
• English: grammar, comprehension, vocabulary.
• ICT: computer fundamentals, MS Office, internet basics.
• Punjab History & Culture: ancient to modern Punjab history, Sikh history, culture, festivals.

PSSSB Patwari Salary 2026

The Punjab Patwari post comes under Level-2 of the 7th CPC Pay Matrix as per Punjab Government rules. It offers a stable salary along with various government allowances. During the one-year training period at Patwar School and the six-month field training, candidates will receive a stipend of Rs. 5000 per month,

• Basic Pay: ₹19,900 per month
• Dearness Allowance (DA)
• House Rent Allowance (HRA)
• Other admissible government benefits