PSSSB Group D Recruitment 2026: 2007 Vacancies, Apply by 14 September

The Subordinate Services Selection Board (PSSSB), Punjab, had earlier released Advertisement No. 04 of 2026 to recruit Group-D staff (such as Sewadar, Chowkidar, Safai Sewak, and other Group-D posts) across various Government of Punjab departments. Through a corrigendum dated 03.09.2026 – issued in continuation of an earlier corrigendum dated 24.08.2026 – PSSSB has now added further posts (from the Excise & Taxation Commissioner and the Deputy Commissioner, Moga, based on demand letters received) and revised the total vacancy count and application deadline. This article covers PSSSB Group-D Recruitment 2026 as it currently stands, incorporating both the original notification and the latest corrigendum.

Quick facts: PSSSB is recruiting for Group-D posts (Sewadar, Chowkidar, Safai Sewak, and similar posts) across multiple Punjab Government departments. The total number of vacancies has increased from 1,401 to 2,007 as per the 03.09.2026 corrigendum. Eligible candidates are those who have passed Matriculation with Punjabi as one of the subjects (with some exceptions). Online applications originally opened on 27.02.2026, and the last date to apply and pay the fee has now been revised to 14.09.2026. Applications are accepted only in online mode via the PSSSB website. Postings are spread across Punjab Government departments and offices statewide.

• PSSSB Group D Recruitment 2026 Notification PDF
• PSSSB Group D Recruitment 2026 Application Reopen Notification PDF
• PSSSB Group D Recruitment 2026 Last Date Extended & Vacancy Increased Notification

PSSSB Group-D Recruitment 2026 Overview

PSSSB Group-D Recruitment 2026 Important Dates

PSSSB Group-D Vacancy 2026 - Department & Post-wise Details

As per the corrigendum dated 03.09.2026, the total number of Group-D vacancies under Advertisement No. 04 of 2026 has increased to 2,007, spread across numerous Punjab Government departments and offices. The corrigendum's Annexure-O gives a detailed department- and post-wise, category-wise breakup. The table below reproduces the department/post-wise vacancy entries available in the provided corrigendum excerpt; it is not the complete Annexure-O, since the source document extract available for this article was truncated.

PSSSB Group-D Eligibility Criteria

Educational qualification for Group-D posts is governed by the Punjab State (Group-D) Service Rules, 1963, as amended:

• Matriculation standard, with Punjabi language as one of the subjects, from a recognized educational institution
• This educational qualification condition does not apply to: (i) blind persons; (ii) riot/terrorist-affected persons; (iii) persons appointed as Sweeper
• Separately, all candidates must pass a qualifying Punjabi Language test equivalent to Matriculation standard with a minimum of 50% marks - this is mandatory and qualifying in nature; failing to secure 50% in this test disqualifies the candidate from the final merit list regardless of their score in other papers

PSSSB Group-D Salary

Selected candidates will draw pay in the scale of ₹18,000–56,900 (Level-1, as per 7th Pay Commission). Initial pay and other allowances are governed by the Punjab Finance Department (Personnel-1 Branch) letter No. 7/204/2012-4FP1/66 dated 15.01.2015, and subsequent instructions issued from time to time.

PSSSB Group-D Application Fee

Fee once paid is non-refundable under any circumstances, and no fee waiver is given to any candidate.

PSSSB Group-D Age Limit

Age is reckoned as on 01 January 2026:

• Minimum age (all categories): 18 years
• Maximum age (General category): 37 years
• Maximum age for Punjab-resident SC and BC candidates: 42 years
• Maximum age for State/Central Government employees (with relaxation): 45 years - an NOC from their department is required at counseling
• Punjab-resident Ex-Servicemen: upper age limit as per the Punjab Recruitment of Ex-Servicemen Rules, 1982, as amended
• Punjab-resident Divyang (disabled) candidates: 47 years (10-year relaxation)
• Widows, divorcees, and certain other categories of married women: relaxed up to 40 years, per Government of Punjab letter No. 1/50/83-5PP(1368)/3454 dated 23.04.1984

PSSSB Group-D Selection Process

• Selection is through an Objective-type (Multiple Choice Questions) written examination, in two parts:
• Part A: Matriculation-standard Punjabi language paper - qualifying in nature only; candidates must score a minimum of 50% to qualify
• Part B: Determines the merit list; each question carries 1 mark, with negative marking of 1/4 mark for each wrong answer
• The Common Merit List is prepared based solely on Part-B marks
• In case of a tie in Part-B marks, the candidate with the earlier date of birth (older in age) ranks higher; if age is also equal, the candidate with a higher percentage in the required educational qualification ranks higher
• Candidates are shortlisted from the merit list for document verification/counseling; the number called is decided by the Board
• Successful candidates at counseling are recommended to the respective department as per the Common Merit List and category-wise post availability
• Admit cards are issued only online via the Board's website; the exam pattern/syllabus is also uploaded there
• Qualifying in the exam, appearing for counseling, or featuring in the merit list does not by itself guarantee recommendation for a post - eligibility must be proven with documents

How to Apply for PSSSB Group-D Recruitment 2026

1. Visit the Board's website, https://sssb.punjab.gov.in, and click the "Apply Online" link (applications are accepted online only, from 25 August 2026 to 14 September 2026 for this re-opened window).
2. New candidates click "Registration" and fill in their details to generate a User ID (their registered email ID) and Password; existing candidates log in directly.
3. Fill in personal, educational, and other required details accurately and completely; upload a passport-size photo (or capture live via camera) and a scanned signature.
4. Click "Save Draft" or "Next", then "Attach Annexure" to upload scanned copies of the 10th certificate, educational qualification certificates, and other mandatory documents; click "Save Documents".
5. Click "Make Payment" and pay the applicable fee online.
6. Click "Submit" to complete the application; print the confirmation for future reference. The application is accepted only after successful fee payment.

PSSSB Group-D Important Instructions

• Category and category code, once entered, cannot be changed at any stage - candidates should fill the online form carefully.
• Reservation benefit is available only to residents of Punjab; a Domicile/Residence Certificate not older than 5 years (as on the date of counseling) must be produced.
• SC/BC/EWS/ESM/Divyang/Sportsperson certificates must conform to prevailing Punjab Government instructions and be produced as proof at every stage the Board requires.
• Candidates are advised to apply online themselves; errors made while using third-party or cyber café assistance will not be corrected under any circumstances.
• Only the candidate's own mobile number and email address may be used in the application.
• All recruitment-related updates (exam schedule, admit card, result, merit list, notices) will be published only on the Board's website - no individual communication will be sent; candidates must check the website regularly.
• Educational certificates and their verified copies, dated prior to the date of application, must be presented at counseling; without these, the candidate will not be considered and the next eligible candidate on the merit list will be recommended instead.
• If any document is later found false at any stage, the candidate's name will be removed from the merit list, their eligibility cancelled, and legal action may follow as per rules.
• No TA/DA is paid for appearing in the written exam or counseling.
• For technical issues with the online application, candidates may email [email protected]; for other queries, contact 0172-2298000 (Ext. 5106/5107), 0172-2298083, or helpline numbers 99885-80229 / 9646932955, on working days between 10:00 AM and 4:00 PM.
• The Board reserves the right to make changes/amendments to this recruitment; any future corrigendum issued by the Board will apply to this recruitment, and candidates must comply.

PSSSB Group-D Important Links