The Punjab Subordinate Services Selection Board (PSSSB) has invited online applications under Advertisement No. 12 of 2026 for 70 Group-C vacancies across several Punjab Government departments. The recruitment includes Clerk (Accounts), Clerk (Legal), Clerk (IT), Translator, Driver and Field Artist posts.
Online applications opened on 25 September 2026 and close on 19 October 2026. Qualification varies by post, ranging from Matriculation with the required driving licence and experience for Driver to Law, Commerce, computer/IT and other graduate qualifications for the clerical and specialist posts. Punjabi at Matriculation level is required under the applicable Punjab service rules.
PSSSB Group C Recruitment 2026 Overview
| Particular | Details |
|---|---|
| Recruiting authority | Punjab Subordinate Services Selection Board (PSSSB) |
| Advertisement | 12 of 2026 |
| Advertisement date | 18 September 2026 |
| Total vacancies | 70 |
| Posts | Clerk (Accounts), Clerk (Legal), Clerk (IT), Translator, Driver, Field Artist |
| Application mode | Online |
| Applications opened | 25 September 2026 |
| Last date | 19 October 2026 |
| General age range | 18–37 years as on 1 January 2026 |
| Job location | Punjab |
| Employment | Full-time Punjab Government Group-C posts |
| Selection | Written examination; typing test for Clerk posts; counselling/document verification |
Post-wise Vacancy Breakdown
| Post | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Clerk (Accounts) | 34 |
| Clerk (Legal) | 13 |
| Clerk (IT) | 11 |
| Translator | 6 |
| Driver | 5 |
| Field Artist | 1 |
| Total | 70 |
The advertisement contains 28 vacancies reserved for women within the applicable category/post distribution.
Department-wise Vacancies
| Department | Post | Vacancies |
|---|---|---|
| Rural Development & Panchayats Department | Driver | 5 |
| Directorate of Employment Generation, Skill Development & Training | Clerk (Legal) | 2 |
| Directorate of Employment Generation, Skill Development & Training | Clerk (Accounts) | 25 |
| Directorate of Defence Services Welfare, Punjab | Clerk (Legal) | 1 |
| Excise & Taxation Department – Field Offices | Clerk (Accounts) | 9 |
| Excise & Taxation Department – Field Offices | Clerk (Legal) | 6 |
| Excise & Taxation Department – Head Office | Clerk (IT) | 1 |
| Office of Labour Commissioner, Punjab | Clerk (IT) | 9 |
| Office of Labour Commissioner, Punjab | Clerk (Legal) | 1 |
| Office of Labour Commissioner, Punjab | Translator | 6 |
| Civil Aviation Department, Punjab | Clerk (IT) | 1 |
| Directorate of Cultural Affairs, Archaeology & Museums | Field Artist | 1 |
| Directorate of Cultural Affairs, Archaeology & Museums | Clerk (Legal) | 1 |
| Dairy Development Department, Punjab | Clerk (Legal) | 2 |
| Total | 70 |
Educational Qualification
Qualification differs by post and, for some Clerk cadres, by department.
| Post | Essential qualification summary |
|---|---|
| Driver | Matriculation; valid light and heavy vehicle driving licence; at least 3 years of driving experience |
| Clerk (Legal) | Law graduate from a recognised university/institution |
| Clerk (Accounts) | Department-specific: graduation with Statistics, Mathematics or Accounts as a subject, or Commerce degree, as applicable |
| Clerk (IT) | Department-specific recognised qualification in Computer Applications / IT / Computer Science / Computer Engineering / Computer Technology; specified B.Tech/B.Sc IT/BCA/PGDCA combinations are accepted for the relevant department |
| Translator | Graduation plus the prescribed 120-hour computer course or equivalent DOEACC/O-Level-type computer qualification |
| Field Artist | Graduate in Music, Drama or Dance from a recognised university |
For the Civil Aviation Clerk (IT) post, the notification includes a department-specific technical qualification route such as the prescribed B.E./B.Tech disciplines or BCA with the required marks and experience.
Candidates must also satisfy the Punjabi language condition applicable under the Punjab Civil Services rules, generally by having passed Matriculation with Punjabi or an accepted equivalent Punjabi examination.
Age Limit as on 1 January 2026
| Category | Age limit / relaxation |
|---|---|
| General | 18–37 years |
| SC / BC of Punjab | Upper age up to 42 years |
| Eligible State / Central Government employees | Upper age up to 45 years |
| PwD candidates of Punjab | Upper age up to 47 years |
| Eligible widows / divorcees and specified married women | Upper age up to 40 years |
| Ex-Servicemen | As per applicable Punjab Government Ex-Servicemen rules |
Use the Regal Naukri Age Calculator with 1 January 2026 as the cut-off date, then compare the result with the exact category rule in the advertisement.
Application Fee
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| General / Sports | ₹1,000 |
| SC / BC / EWS | ₹250 |
| Ex-Servicemen & Dependents | ₹200 |
| Persons with Disability | ₹500 |
The application fee is non-refundable.
Salary / Pay
Pay differs by post, so candidates should match the pay entry to the exact post selected.
| Post | Notified pay |
|---|---|
| Clerk (Legal / Accounts / IT) | ₹19,900 initial basic pay |
| Translator | ₹19,900, Level-2 |
| Driver | ₹21,700–₹69,100, Level-3 |
| Field Artist | ₹25,500, Level-4 |
Because the recruitment combines posts with different pay structures, there is no single common salary range for all 70 vacancies.
Selection Process
Written Examination
The recruitment uses an objective-type written examination with two parts.
| Part | Rule |
|---|---|
| Part A | Punjabi language paper at Matriculation standard; qualifying |
| Minimum in Part A | 50% |
| Part B | Marks count for merit |
| Negative marking | ¼ mark deducted for each wrong answer in Part B |
For Driver, Translator and Field Artist, the written examination is followed by counselling/document verification as applicable.
Typing Test for Clerk Posts
Candidates for Clerk (Legal), Clerk (Accounts) and Clerk (IT) must also qualify a computer typing test:
- English typing: 30 words per minute
- Punjabi typing: 30 words per minute
- Punjabi font: Unicode-compliant Raavi
- typing test is qualifying
- final merit is based on the relevant written examination marks among candidates who qualify the required typing test
Candidates can practise English speed and accuracy using the Regal Naukri Typing Speed Test, but the official PSSSB test rules, language, font and evaluation method remain final.
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Advertisement published | 18 September 2026 |
| Online application starts | 25 September 2026 |
| Last date to apply | 19 October 2026 |
| Fee payment deadline | 19 October 2026 |
| Age cut-off | 1 January 2026 |
| Written exam | To be announced by PSSSB |
| Typing test | To be announced for applicable Clerk posts |
How to Apply
- Open the Official PSSSB Online Application Portal.
- Read Advertisement No. 12 of 2026 and choose the correct post/department.
- Register using the requested personal and contact details.
- Fill in educational, Punjabi-language, category and post-specific eligibility details carefully.
- Upload the prescribed photograph, signature and supporting documents.
- Pay the applicable online application fee.
- Recheck the selected post, department and category before final submission.
- Submit the application by 19 October 2026.
- Save or print the submitted form and payment acknowledgement.
Applicants should prepare qualification, Punjabi-language, category, licence/experience or technical records that apply to their chosen post. The Regal Naukri Government Job Document Checklist can be used as a personal preparation aid.
Important Links
| Link | Purpose |
|---|---|
| Apply Online – Punjab eServices | Official online application portal for Advertisement 12 of 2026 |
| Official PSSSB Advertisement PDF | Detailed Advertisement No. 12 of 2026 |
| PSSSB Official Website | Recruitment notices, corrigenda and updates |
| Regal Naukri Age Calculator | Check age on 1 January 2026 |
| Regal Naukri Typing Speed Test | English typing practice for Clerk candidates |
| Regal Naukri Document Checklist | Prepare application and verification documents |
Frequently Asked Questions
How many vacancies are in PSSSB Advertisement 12 of 2026?
There are 70 vacancies in total.
What is the correct post-wise breakup?
The 70 posts comprise 34 Clerk (Accounts), 13 Clerk (Legal), 11 Clerk (IT), 6 Translator, 5 Driver and 1 Field Artist.
What is the last date?
The last date to submit the online application is 19 October 2026.
What is the General category age limit?
The age range is 18 to 37 years as on 1 January 2026, with notified relaxations for eligible categories.
Is Punjabi required?
Yes. Candidates must satisfy the Punjabi-language requirement prescribed under the applicable Punjab service rules.
Do Clerk candidates need a typing test?
Yes. Clerk (Legal), Clerk (Accounts) and Clerk (IT) candidates must qualify 30 WPM in English and 30 WPM in Punjabi, with Punjabi typing conducted in the Raavi font.
Is there negative marking?
Yes. The notified Part-B written examination carries a ¼-mark deduction for each wrong answer.
Is experience required for every post?
No. Experience requirements are post-specific. For example, the Driver post requires at least 3 years of driving experience, while combined experience fields should not be applied to every advertised post.