Punjab SSSB Group D Recruitment 2026

Punjab SSSB Group D Recruitment 2026

The Subordinate Services Selection Board (SSSB), Punjab has released a major update for the ongoing Group D Recruitment 2026 (Advertisement No. 04 of 2026). The total number of vacancies has been increased from 1401 to 2007 posts, following fresh demand letters received from the Excise & Taxation Department and the Deputy Commissioner, Moga office. Along with this increase, the board has also extended the last date to apply online and pay the application fee to September 14, 2026. Interested and eligible candidates who have passed Matriculation with Punjabi as a subject can apply through the official website sssb.punjab.gov.in. This is one of the largest Group D drives in Punjab this year, covering posts like Sewadar, Chowkidar, Safai Sewak, Mali, Sweeper, Attendant and more across several government departments.

Punjab SSSB Group D Recruitment 2026 | Overview

Punjab SSSB Group D Recruitment 2026 | Important Dates

• Advertisement Published: February 24, 2026
• Online Application Start Date: February 27, 2026
• Original Last Date to Apply: March 20, 2026
• Recruitment Reopened: August 25, 2026
• Last Date (After Reopening): September 4, 2026
• Extended Last Date to Apply & Pay Fee: September 14, 2026

Candidates who have already applied earlier do not need to apply again. This extension is mainly meant for candidates who missed the earlier deadlines and for the newly added vacancies.

Punjab SSSB Group D Recruitment 2026 | Application Fee

• General / Freedom Fighter / Sportsperson: Rs. 1000/-
• SC (M&B) / SC (R&O) / BC / EWS: Rs. 250/-
• Ex-Servicemen & Dependents: Rs. 200/-
• Physically Handicapped (PH): Rs. 500/-

The application fee must be paid online only, and once paid, it will not be refunded under any circumstances. No fee waiver is applicable to any category of candidates.

Punjab SSSB Group D Recruitment 2026 | Age Limit

Age Criteria (As on 01.01.2026)

• Minimum Age: 18 years for all categories
• Maximum Age (General): 37 years
• Maximum Age (SC/BC, Punjab domicile): 42 years
• Maximum Age (State/Central Govt. Employees): 45 years
• Maximum Age (PH candidates, Punjab domicile): 47 years
• Maximum Age (Widows, Divorcees & specified married women): Relaxation up to 40 years
• Ex-Servicemen: As per the Punjab Recruitment of Ex-Servicemen Rules, 1982

Age relaxation benefits are applicable only to bona fide residents of Punjab, and candidates must submit a valid domicile/residence certificate (not older than 5 years) at the time of counselling.

Punjab SSSB Group D Recruitment 2026 | Vacancy Details (Category Wise)

The vacancies have been revised upward through a fresh demand letter from the Excise & Taxation Department and DC Moga office. As per the latest corrigendum, the category-wise distribution stands approximately as follows (figures as per the official annexure; candidates are advised to cross-check exact department-wise numbers on the official notice):

Departments Offering Posts

Vacancies are spread across departments including Deputy Commissioner offices (Roopnagar, Gurdaspur, Sangrur, Barnala, Moga), Director Youth Services, Directorate of Tourism, Department of Jails, Director Local Government, Director Defence Welfare Services, Director Animal Husbandry (SAS Nagar), Fisheries Department, and the Excise & Taxation Department. Post names include Sewadar, Chowkidar, Safai Sewak, Mali-cum-Chowkidar, Sweeper, Sweeper-cum-Attendant, Water Carrier, Cattle/Pig/Sheep/Animal/Bull Attendant, Cook, Fisherman, Baildar and similar Group D roles.

Punjab SSSB Group D Recruitment 2026 | Education Qualification

Minimum Qualification Required

• Candidates must have passed Matriculation (10th standard) with Punjabi as one of the subjects from a recognized educational institution.
• A qualifying Punjabi Language test of Matric standard, with a minimum of 50% marks, is mandatory for every candidate — failing this test will disqualify the candidate irrespective of marks in other papers.
• The educational qualification condition does not apply to blind persons, riot/terrorist-affected persons, and candidates applying for the post of Sweeper.

Punjab SSSB Group D Recruitment 2026 | Selection Process

How Candidates Will Be Selected

1. A written examination of Objective Type (Multiple Choice Questions) will be conducted.
2. The exam will have two parts — Part A and Part B.
3. Part A will be a Punjabi Language paper of Matric standard, which is only qualifying in nature (minimum 50% marks required).
4. The final Merit List will be prepared based only on marks obtained in Part B.
5. Part B carries negative marking — 1 mark for each correct answer, and 1/4 mark deducted for each wrong answer.
6. Shortlisted candidates as per merit will be called for document verification/counselling.
7. In case of a tie in merit, preference is given first by higher age, and then by higher qualification marks percentage.

Punjab SSSB Group D Recruitment 2026 | Salary / Pay Scale

Selected candidates for Group D posts will be placed in Level-1 of the 7th CPC Pay Matrix, with a pay scale of Rs. 18,000 – Rs. 56,900 per month, along with other allowances as admissible under Punjab Government rules.

Punjab SSSB Group D Recruitment 2026 | Exam Pattern

Written Exam Structure

• Exam Type: Objective (MCQ-based)
• Number of Parts: 2 (Part A and Part B)
• Part A: Punjabi Language paper (Matric level) — Qualifying only, minimum 50% marks needed
• Part B: Main paper used for merit — 1 mark per question
• Negative Marking: 1/4 mark deducted for every wrong answer in Part B
• Admit Card and exam schedule will be released only on the official SSSB website

Punjab SSSB Group D Recruitment 2026 | Documents Required

Documents to Keep Ready

• Matriculation (10th) Certificate
• Educational Qualification Certificate(s) relevant to the post
• Category Certificate (SC/BC/EWS/PH/ESM, as applicable) as per Punjab Government norms
• Domicile/Residence Certificate of Punjab (not older than 5 years)
• Recent passport-size photograph
• Scanned signature
• Valid ID proof
• Ex-Servicemen discharge certificate (if applicable)

All required documents must be uploaded at the time of filling the online application itself, and originals must be produced at the time of counselling.

Punjab SSSB Group D Recruitment 2026 | How to Apply

Step-by-Step Application Process

1. Visit the official website: sssb.punjab.gov.in
2. Click on the “Apply Online” link available under the Group D advertisement section.
3. New candidates must complete Registration to generate a User ID and Password (sent to the registered email ID).
4. Log in using the generated User ID and fill in personal, educational and other required details.
5. Upload a passport-size photograph and scanned signature.
6. Click “Attach Annexure” and upload the 10th certificate, educational certificates and other required documents.
7. Proceed to “Make Payment” and pay the application fee online as per your category.
8. Click “Submit” to complete the application process.
9. Download and keep a printout of the final submitted application form for future reference.

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