Punjab District Courts Clerk Recruitment 2026

Punjab District Courts Clerk Recruitment 2026

The Society for Centralized Recruitment of Staff in Subordinate Courts (SSSC), working under the Punjab and Haryana High Court, has released a new notice for 1270 Clerk posts in the District Courts of Punjab. The notice number is 37C/SSSC/PB/2026 and it was issued on 03 October 2026.

If you are a graduate from Punjab looking for a stable court job, this is a good opportunity. Online applications open on 07 October 2026 and close on 04 November 2026 (4:00 PM). Applications are accepted only through the official website, www.sssc.gov.in. Please read the full details below before you fill in the form.

Punjab District Courts Clerk Recruitment 2026 | Overview

Punjab District Courts Clerk Recruitment 2026 | Important Date

The exam can be held anywhere in Northern India. Keep checking the official website for the exact date and centre.

Punjab District Courts Clerk Recruitment 2026 | Application Fee

The fee is paid online and cannot be refunded. It is made up of an online facilitation charge and the exam fee.

Payment Mode: Internet banking, debit card, credit card or UPI.

Candidates who choose “Others” in the Gender column pay the fee according to their category in the table above.

Punjab District Courts Clerk Recruitment 2026 | Age Limit

The age is counted as on 01 January 2026.

Government employees who apply must keep a No Objection Certificate (NOC) from their department ready. If they cannot show it when asked, their candidature will be cancelled.

Punjab District Courts Clerk Recruitment 2026 | Vacancy Details

The total number of posts is 1270. The table shows posts as on 31.08.2026, posts expected up to 28.02.2027, and the women’s share in each.

The number of vacancies can go up or down without notice. The High Court decides how many candidates are finally recommended.

Punjab District Courts Clerk Recruitment 2026 | Education Qualification

• Degree: Bachelor of Arts, Bachelor of Science or an equivalent degree from a recognized university.
• Punjabi: You must have passed Matriculation with Punjabi as one subject.
• Computer Skills: You need proficiency in operating a computer.
• Cut-off for eligibility: You must meet all conditions by the closing date of the online application.

Anyone who has married a person with a living spouse (or who has a living spouse and marries again) is not eligible. The High Court can grant an exemption only if the marriage is allowed under the person’s personal law.

Punjab District Courts Clerk Recruitment 2026 | Selection Process

Step 1: Online Written Exam (Computer Based Test)
This is a 100-mark exam. Candidates must score at least 33% in each subject and 40% in aggregate to qualify.

Step 2: Computer Proficiency Test (CPT)
This test is qualifying only, and its marks are not added to the merit list. It has two parts:

• Spreadsheet Test: 10 marks, 10 minutes. You need at least 4 marks.
• Typing Test in English: speed of 30 words per minute. It is checked only if you pass the spreadsheet test.

Step 3: Original Documents Check / Interaction
Candidates who clear both tests are called, category-wise, for document verification.

Final Merit: The merit list is prepared strictly on CBT marks. If two candidates score the same, the older candidate ranks higher. If the date of birth is also the same, names are placed alphabetically (A to Z).

Some candidates with disabilities can ask for exemption from the CPT. They must apply within 15 days of the CBT result, with the required disability or medical certificate.

Punjab District Courts Clerk Recruitment 2026 | Salary Pay Scale

Selected candidates will get a pay scale of ₹29,200 per month (Level-5). This applies to fresh appointments made after 17.07.2020, as adopted from the Punjab Government’s new pay scale rules. Allowances are given as per rules.

Punjab District Courts Clerk Recruitment 2026 | Exam Pattern

The exam is a 2-hour computer-based test with a total of 100 marks.

Subjective Paper Marks

• Essay (150 words): 10 marks
• Letter: 5 marks
• Precis: 5 marks
• Translation from Punjabi to English: 10 marks

Important Exam Rules

• Each wrong answer in the objective part costs ¼ mark.
• Unattempted questions carry no penalty.
• The subjective part is checked only for candidates who score 33% or more in General Knowledge.
• If the exam runs in multiple shifts, objective marks are normalized.
• Candidates can raise objections to the answer key at ₹25 per objection.

Punjab District Courts Clerk Recruitment 2026 | Documents Required

Keep these ready before you start the form. Documents needed at later stages are also included.

• Photograph: Recent passport-size photo (not older than one month) on a white background
• Real-time photo: Captured live through your webcam during the application
• Signature: Scanned copy
• Matriculation certificate: Showing Punjabi as a subject
• Graduation degree/marksheet: BA/BSc or equivalent
• Category certificate: SC, BC/OBC, latest and valid on the closing date (BC candidates may need a no-creamy-layer undertaking)
• EWS certificate: Latest Income and Assets certificate valid for 2026-27
• Disability certificate: For PwBD candidates, in the format Punjab Government requires
• Sportsman and Freedom Fighter certificates: Valid gradation or eligibility proof
• Ex-Servicemen proof: Discharge or service documents
• NOC: For serving government employees
• Gender identity certificate: For “Others” gender applicants, issued by the District Magistrate
• Email ID and mobile number: Active, and personally yours

Also keep five copies of the same photo you upload. You will need them in later stages.

Punjab District Courts Clerk Recruitment 2026 | How to Apply

1. Visit the official website www.sssc.gov.in.
2. Find the link for “Clerk District Courts of Punjab”.
3. Fill in the Registration form first, using your own email ID and mobile number.
4. Open the Application Form and fill in your personal, educational and category details carefully.
5. Capture your real-time photograph using your webcam, then upload your scanned photo and signature.
6. Pay the fee online through net banking, card or UPI.
7. Check everything once more, submit, and save or print the final form.

Tips before you apply:

• Your application counts as submitted only after the fee is paid.
• Details like category cannot be changed after submission, so check them twice.
• Do not wait for the last day. Website load can cause errors.
• If you submit more than one application, only the latest one is considered.
• For technical help, call +91 95948-04606 or 022-61087580 (9:00 AM to 5:00 PM on working days). For notice-related queries, call 0172-2722012 or +91 91158-98394 (9:30 AM to 5:00 PM).

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