The Punjab Public Service Commission (PPSC) has released the provisional shortlist of candidates for document scrutiny against 10 posts of Sub Divisional Officer (Civil), 1 post of Sub Divisional Officer (Public Health) under the Punjab State Agricultural Marketing Board, and 28 posts of Sub Divisional Engineer (Civil) under the Department of Water Supply and Sanitation, Government of Punjab. The list has been prepared on the basis of the combined competitive written examination held on 10 November 2024, following the final/revised answer key. Shortlisted candidates must appear for document verification at the PPSC office in Patiala on 9 or 10 July 2026, based on their roll number, along with a hard copy of the online application and self-attested eligibility documents.
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What Is the PPSC Provisional Shortlist 2026?
This section explains the purpose of the notice and which posts it covers, helping candidates quickly confirm whether the update applies to them.
PPSC issued this public notice to inform candidates who appeared in the written exam held on 10 November 2024 that they have been provisionally shortlisted for document scrutiny, based on the answer key uploaded as the final/revised version. The shortlist covers recruitment to the following posts:
| Post | Number of Vacancies | Department |
|---|---|---|
| Sub Divisional Officer (Civil), Group-A | 10 | Punjab State Agricultural Marketing Board, Dept. of Agriculture and Farmer's Welfare |
| Sub Divisional Officer (Public Health), Group-A | 1 | Punjab State Agricultural Marketing Board, Dept. of Agriculture and Farmer's Welfare |
| Sub Divisional Engineer (Civil), Group-A | 28 | Department of Water Supply and Sanitation, Government of Punjab |
Being on this list means a candidate is provisionally eligible final selection depends on successful document verification.
PPSC Document Scrutiny Schedule: Dates and Reporting Time
This section covers when and at what time shortlisted candidates must report for document verification.
Candidates must appear in person at the PPSC office, Baradari Gardens, Patiala - 147001, strictly as per the date allotted to their roll number. Reporting time for both days is 9:00 AM.
| Scrutiny Date | Reporting Time | Roll Number Range (Sr. No.) |
|---|---|---|
| 9 July 2026 | 9:00 AM | Sr. No. 1-23 (Roll Nos. 24164-26112) |
| 10 July 2026 | 9:00 AM | Sr. No. 24-43 (Roll Nos. 26153-26693) |
Complete Roll Number List (Annexure-A)
This section lists all provisionally shortlisted roll numbers exactly as published in Annexure-A, so candidates can verify their status quickly.
Reporting on 9 July 2026:
24164, 24193, 24407, 24434, 24629, 24736, 24910, 25036, 25061, 25062, 25074, 25078, 25415, 25526, 25599, 25621, 25740, 25803, 25827, 25895, 25989, 26063, 26112
Reporting on 10 July 2026:
26153, 26279, 26292, 26326, 26332, 26406, 26446, 26457, 26514, 26522, 26560, 26588, 26602, 26608, 26614, 25350, 26538, 26558, 26601, 26693
Documents Required for PPSC Document Scrutiny
This section details the exact list of certificates candidates must carry, helping applicants prepare well in advance and avoid rejection during verification.
As per proviso 8.6 of the "General Information for the Candidates," shortlisted candidates must carry the following self-attested documents along with a signed printout of the online application form:
- Proof of Date of Birth (Matriculation/Higher Secondary Certificate)
- Proof of having passed the Punjabi language exam
- Relevant degree and DMC (Detailed Marks Certificate)
- Sports Gradation Certificate (if applicable)
- Persons with Disability (PwD) Certificate (if applicable)
- Reserve Category Certificate issued by competent authority (if applicable)
- Latest Punjab Residence Certificate mandatory for all reserved category candidates, including Female and EWS candidates who applied under the General Category
- Ex-Serviceman (ESM) documents mentioning date of enrollment, date of release/discharge, and reason for release/discharge; LDESM candidates must produce the original LDESM certificate (if applicable)
- Proof of age relaxation claim (if applicable)
- Proof of fee concession claim (if applicable)
- Proof of being a government employee (if applicable)
- Any other relevant supporting certificate (if applicable)
Candidates must also sign the declaration on the last page of the printout of the online application form before submission.
Should Candidates Bring Original Documents Too?
This section clarifies whether photocopies alone are sufficient for the scrutiny process.
Yes. Along with self-attested photocopies, candidates are required to bring original certificates/documents at the time of submission, as these will be cross-checked during scrutiny.
What Happens If a Candidate Is Found Ineligible?
This section explains the consequence of failing document verification, which is a common concern among shortlisted candidates.
If, during the scrutiny process, any provisionally shortlisted candidate is found ineligible, the Commission will cancel their candidature. This confirms that the current list is provisional and not a final selection.
