The PSSSB Group D exam 2026 has been rescheduled to 15/11/2026. It was earlier scheduled for 25/10/2026. The Punjab Subordinate Services Selection Board (PSSSB) is conducting the exam under Advt. No. 04 of 2026 for 2,098 vacancies, including Sewadar, Chowkidar and other Group D posts. The exam is an offline OMR-based test, and candidates should check the official website for admit card and reporting details.
PSSSB Group D Exam Date 2026 - Quick Overview
PSSSB Group D Revised Exam Schedule 2026
PSSSB Group D Exam Day Details
The reporting time, shift timing and exam centre are not available. These details are printed on the admit card, so candidates should read it carefully before the exam.
- Exam date: 15/11/2026
- Mode: Offline (OMR-based) unless the Board notifies otherwise
- Part A (Punjabi Language Test) duration: 30 minutes
- Part B (Main Exam) duration: 2 hours
PSSSB Group D Vacancy 2026
PSSSB Group D Exam Pattern 2026
The written exam has two parts. Part A is a qualifying Punjabi Language Test. Part B is the main exam, and the merit list is prepared only from Part B marks.
Part A: Punjabi Language Test (Qualifying)
Part B: Main Examination (Merit-Based)
Part B Subject-wise Distribution
PSSSB Group D Syllabus 2026
PSSSB Group D Selection Process 2026
- Written Examination: An OMR-based objective-type test with Part A (qualifying Punjabi test) and Part B (merit-based).
- Merit List: Prepared only on marks obtained in Part B. Part A marks do not affect ranking.
- Tie-Breaker: If marks are equal, the older candidate by date of birth gets preference. If age is also equal, the candidate with the higher percentage in the required educational qualification is preferred. The Board's decision is final.
- Counselling and Document Verification: Shortlisted candidates are called for counselling and must produce original documents. No TA/DA is paid for attending counselling.
- Final Recommendation: After successful verification, names are recommended to the respective departments for appointment.
PSSSB Group D Eligibility Criteria 2026
Educational Qualification
Candidates must have passed Matriculation (Class 10) with Punjabi as a subject at the prescribed level. They must also qualify the Punjabi Language Test of Matriculation standard by scoring at least 50% marks. Reservation and domicile rules apply only to Punjab residents.
Age Limit
PSSSB Group D Application Fee 2026
PSSSB Group D Salary 2026
Documents Required for PSSSB Group D
- Recent passport-size photograph in the prescribed format
- Scanned signature
- Aadhaar Card or any valid photo ID proof
- Educational qualification certificates
- Caste or category certificate, if applicable
- Domicile certificate, if required
- Disability certificate for PwD candidates, if applicable
- Valid email ID and mobile number
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How to Apply for PSSSB Group D Recruitment 2026
The online application window closed on 21/09/2026, and the correction window (24/09/2026 to 27/09/2026) is also closed. The steps below show the process followed during application.
- Visit the official PSSSB website, sssb.punjab.gov.in.
- Click the "Apply Online" option.
- Register with a User ID and password, or log in if already registered.
- Enter personal, educational and other required details.
- Select the correct category and verify all information.
- Upload the photograph, signature and certificates.
- Pay the application fee online.
- Submit the form and download a printout for reference.
PSSSB Group D Exam: Important Instructions
- Note the revised exam date, 15/11/2026, and do not plan around 25/10/2026.
- Check the official website for the rescheduling notice and any updated admit card.
- Check the reporting time and shift on your admit card.
- The exam is OMR-based, so mark answers carefully on the OMR sheet.
- Score at least 25 marks in Part A to qualify for Part B.
- Part A has no negative marking. Part B deducts 1/4 mark for each wrong answer.
- Only Part B marks decide the merit rank.
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