Punjab SSSB Recruitment 2026: Apply for 10 Posts

Punjab SSSB Recruitment 2026 Overview

The Subordinate Services Selection Board (SSSB), Punjab, has announced Advertisement No. 13 of 2026 for filling up 10 vacancies in various government departments. Candidates looking for government jobs in Punjab can review the detailed recruitment notification and apply online through the official portal.

Vacancies and Department Details

The recruitment drive covers a total of 10 posts across multiple departments including Local Government Department, Higher Education Department, and Excise and Taxation Department. The available designations include Head Draftsman, Law Officer, Legal Assistant, and Accountant. Detailed category-wise distribution is available in the official notification.

Eligibility Criteria and Qualifications

Applicants must meet the specific educational, technical, and age requirements prescribed for each post by the cut-off date. For instance, the Accountant post requires a Bachelor of Commerce degree along with computer proficiency certificates, while other posts require relevant professional degrees such as a Degree in Law or Diploma in Civil Engineering. Candidates must also have passed Matriculation with Punjabi as one of the subjects. The age limit is generally between 18 and 37 years, with upper-age relaxations applicable to reserved categories as per Punjab government rules.

Application Fee and Important Dates

The online application process begins on October 1, 2026, and concludes on October 22, 2026. The application fee is Rs. 750 for Scheduled Castes of Punjab State and Rs. 1500 for all other categories. Fees once paid are non-refundable.

Step-by-Step Application Process

Eligible candidates should visit sssb.punjab.gov.in and click on the 'Apply Online' link. New users must complete the registration process to generate a Login ID and Password. After logging in, fill out personal and educational details, upload a recent passport-size photograph, signature, and necessary documents in PDF format, and pay the fee online. Finally, submit the application and take a printout for future reference.

Important Dates

Label	Date
Advertisement Publication Date	29-08-2026
Starting Date for Online Application	01-10-2026
Last Date for Submitting Online Application and Fee	22-10-2026

Vacancy Details

Post	Count
Head Draftsman	2
Law Officer	1
Legal Assistant	2
Accountant	5

Eligibility

• Matriculation with Punjabi as a compulsory or elective subject.
• Specific diploma or degree depending on the applied post (e.g., Diploma in Civil Engineering, Degree in Law, or B.Com).
• Punjab domicile certificate for claiming reservation benefits.

Age Limit

Candidates must be between 18 and 37 years of age as of 01-01-2026, with relaxations up to 42 years for SC candidates of Punjab and up to 45 years for state/central government employees.

Salary

Rs. 35400 (Level-6) and 35400-112400 (Level-6) as per 7th Central Pay Commission

Application Fee

Category	Amount
Scheduled Castes of Punjab State only	Rs. 750/-
All Other Categories	Rs. 1500/-

Selection Process

• Objective Type Written Examination (MCQ with negative marking)
• Document Verification / Counselling
• Departmental Recommendation

How to Apply

• Visit the official SSSB Punjab website at sssb.punjab.gov.in.
• Click on 'Apply Online' and complete the registration to get user credentials.
• Log in and fill out the online application form with accurate details.
• Upload scanned photograph, signature, and required educational certificates in PDF format.
• Pay the application fee online and submit the form.
• Take a printout of the submitted application form for future reference.