PSSSB Group D Recruitment 2026: 2,007 Posts, Apply by Sept 14

The Punjab Subordinate Services Selection Board (PSSSB) has revised the PSSSB Group D Recruitment 2026 under Advertisement No. 04 of 2026. The total number of vacancies has increased from 1,401 to 2,007 Group D posts. The application deadline has also been extended to September 14, 2026.

The recruitment covers posts such as Sewadar, Chowkidar, Safai Sewak and other Group D positions across various Punjab government departments. Eligible candidates can apply online through the official PSSSB website.

PSSSB Group D Recruitment 2026 Key Details

The table below covers the major details candidates should know before applying for the PSSSB Group D Recruitment 2026.

The Board has listed Advertisement No. 04 of 2026 on its official Group D recruitment page. The latest corrigendum increased the vacancy count and revised the application deadline.

PSSSB Group D Vacancy 2026

The PSSSB Group D vacancy 2026 has been revised to 2,007 posts. The vacancies are distributed among different Punjab government departments and offices.

Some of the posts included in the recruitment are:

• Sewadar
• Chowkidar
• Safai Sewak
• Safai Sewak-cum-Chowkidar
• Maali-cum-Chowkidar
• Sweeper-cum-Attendant
• Water Carrier
• Animal Attendant
• Cattle Attendant
• Fisherman
• Other Group D posts

The vacancy increase was notified through a corrigendum dated September 3, 2026.

PSSSB Group D Important Dates 2026

Candidates should keep the revised dates in mind because the application window is currently open.

Candidates who submitted applications during the original application period do not need to apply again. The latest deadline applies to the reopened recruitment process.

PSSSB Group D Eligibility Criteria 2026

Candidates must meet the educational and age requirements prescribed for the recruitment.

Educational Qualification

Candidates generally need to have:

• Passed Matriculation from a recognised institution.
• Punjabi must be one of the subjects at the required level.
• Certain exemptions apply to specified categories and posts, as mentioned in the recruitment rules.

Candidates must also qualify in the Punjabi language test prescribed by the Board. The qualifying Punjabi paper requires at least 50% marks.

Age Limit

The age is calculated as on January 1, 2026.

• Minimum age: 18 years
• Maximum age for General candidates: 37 years
• SC/BC candidates from Punjab: up to 42 years
• Divyang candidates from Punjab: up to 47 years
• Other relaxations apply as per Punjab government rules.

PSSSB Group D Application Fee 2026

The application fee differs according to the candidate's category. Candidates must pay the applicable fee online before the deadline.

The application fee is non-refundable.

PSSSB Group D Selection Process 2026

The selection process includes an objective-type written examination followed by document verification and counselling.

The exam has two parts:

• Part A: Punjabi language paper at Matriculation level. It is qualifying in nature and candidates need at least 50% marks.
• Part B: The marks obtained in this section are used to prepare the merit list.
• Negative marking: One-fourth mark is deducted for every incorrect answer in Part B.
• Candidates shortlisted through the merit list are called for document verification/counselling.

The written examination date has not been announced yet.

How to Apply for PSSSB Group D Recruitment 2026

Eligible candidates can follow these steps to submit the application:

1. Visit the official PSSSB website.
2. Open the Group D recruitment section.
3. Select Advertisement No. 04 of 2026.
4. Register or log in using the required credentials.
5. Enter personal and educational details.
6. Upload the required photograph, signature and documents.
7. Pay the applicable application fee.
8. Submit the form.
9. Download and save the confirmation page for future reference.

The application and fee payment must be completed by September 14, 2026.

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