Half of these 10 Punjab government jobs are Accountant posts in the Excise and Taxation Department. The rest are Head Draftsman, Law Officer and two Legal Assistant posts. The Punjab Subordinate Services Selection Board (PSSSB) takes applications online only, from 01.10.2026 to 22.10.2026, under Advertisement No. 13 of 2026.
A Punjab domicile certificate (proof that you live in the state), under 5 years old, is compulsory for all
Application Restriction
Online only. Your category and category code cannot be changed later
Post-wise qualification
Post
Qualification
Head Draftsman
Civil Engineering diploma or Civil Draftsman certificate (or higher) from a recognised institution
Law Officer
Professional law degree and 3 years as an advocate at the Bar (a practising lawyer in court)
Legal Assistant (Higher Education)
Professional law degree and 2 years of experience at the Bar
Legal Assistant (Water Supply and Sewerage Board)
Degree in Law
Accountant: degree
B.Com (or equal), and you must qualify in the competitive test held by the competent authority
Accountant: computer course
120 hours of hands-on office or DTP training from an ISO 9001 institute, or a DOEACC ‘C’ Level certificate (a Government of India computer course)
Age limit and relaxation
Category
Upper Age Limit
Minimum age (all categories)
18 years
General category
37 years
SC candidates who live in Punjab
42 years
State and Central Government employees
45 years (with an NOC from your department)
Widows, divorced and some other married women
40 years (Punjab Govt letter dated 23.04.1984)
In short: your age is counted on 01.01.2026, and a Punjab SC candidate who is 41 on that date is still eligible because the limit is 42. Government employees need an NOC (a letter from their department allowing them to apply) at counselling, the board’s document-check round.
Not sure whether you are within the age limit?
Enter your date of birth, the cut-off date 01.01.2026 and your category to see instantly whether you fall inside the 18 to 37 year band (42 for Punjab SC candidates).
One objective test made of MCQs (multiple-choice questions)
Stage 1: Marking
1 mark for each question; 1/4 mark is cut for each wrong answer
Stage 1: Not in the notice
Number of questions, time allowed and syllabus
Stage 2: Merit list
Made only from your written-exam marks
Stage 2: If marks tie
The older candidate ranks higher
Stage 2: If age also ties
Higher marks in the required qualification, then higher Matric marks
Stage 3: Counselling
The board checks original papers and attested copies, in merit order
Stage 3: How many are called
Decided by the board, based on the posts in each category
Stage 3: After counselling
Only fully eligible candidates go to the department. Being called does not guarantee the post
Stage 3: Travel cost
No TA or DA (travel and daily allowance) is paid for the exam or counselling
In short: only your written-exam marks decide your rank. The notice mentions no interview or skill test, and counselling is only a check of your documents.
Salary and Benefits
Post
Pay Scale
Head Draftsman
Rs 35,400 (7th Central Pay Commission scale)
Law Officer
Rs 35,400 (Level 6)
Legal Assistant (Higher Education)
Rs 35,400 (Level 6)
Accountant
Rs 35,400 (Level 6)
Legal Assistant (Water Supply and Sewerage Board)
Rs 35,400 to Rs 1,12,400 (Level 6)
Allowances
As per Punjab Finance Department orders of 15.01.2015 and 04.10.2016 (and later). The notice gives no amounts
In plain terms, all five posts sit on the same Level 6 pay grade (a government pay scale that starts at Rs 35,400 a month) before allowances. Your in-hand pay will depend on Punjab Government rules, because the notice lists no allowance amounts.
How to Apply
Go to sssb.punjab.gov.in and click “Apply Online”. You can apply only from 01.10.2026 to 22.10.2026.
If you are new, click “Registration” and fill in your details. The email ID you enter becomes your User ID, and a password is generated for you. Keep both safe, then log in.
Fill in your personal and education details. Upload your passport-size photo (or take a live photo with your camera) and a scan of your signature. A form without photo and signature is treated as incomplete and cancelled. Then click “Save Draft” or “Next”.
Click “Attach Annexure” and upload PDF scans of your 10th certificate, your qualification certificates and the other documents asked. Click “Save Documents”.
Click “Make Payment” and pay the fee online, then click “Submit”. Print the form and keep it. The form counts only after the fee is paid successfully.
Note: Applications and fees sent by any other method are not accepted. If you save a draft, you can reopen it under Menu > View Status of Application > View Incomplete Application.
Photograph or signature rejected by the upload form?
The notice does not give the photo and signature size in KB or pixels, so check the limit shown on the upload screen. If your file is rejected, resize it to the exact size the form asks for.
Pick your category and its code (101, 103 or 104) with care. The board will not change them at any stage.
Check every detail before you click Submit. The board allows no corrections afterwards, and it warns you not to ask a cyber cafe or another person to fill the form, because their mistakes will not be fixed.
Pay the fee fully. It is never refunded, nobody gets a fee waiver, and a failed online payment means your form has not been submitted.
Upload the Punjab residence certificate even if you are in the General category. The notice makes it compulsory for everyone, and it must be under 5 years old.
If you are a government employee claiming age relaxation, get an NOC from your department before counselling.
Keep checking sssb.punjab.gov.in. The board will not send you separate messages about the exam date, admit card or result.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the last date to apply for PSSSB Advt 13 of 2026?
You must submit the form and pay the fee online by 22.10.2026, and applications open on 01.10.2026.
How many posts are there in this recruitment?
There are 10 posts: 5 Accountant, 2 Head Draftsman, 2 Legal Assistant and 1 Law Officer, and 2 of them are reserved for women.
What qualification do I need?
It depends on the post: a diploma or certificate in civil draftsmanship for Head Draftsman, a law degree (plus Bar experience for Law Officer and one Legal Assistant post) and a B.Com plus a computer course for Accountant, and every candidate needs Matric with Punjabi.
What is the age limit?
You must be 18 to 37 years old on 01.01.2026, with a limit of 42 for Punjab SC candidates, 45 for government employees and 40 for widows and divorced women.
How much is the application fee?
The fee is Rs 750 for Punjab SC candidates and Rs 1,500 for everyone else, and it is not refunded in any case.
How will I be selected?
You take one written MCQ exam with 1/4 mark cut for each wrong answer, the merit list is made from those marks, and then the board checks your documents at counselling.
What is the salary for these posts?
Every post starts at the Level 6 pay grade, which begins at Rs 35,400 a month before allowances.
Can I apply if I do not live in Punjab?
The notice does not say outsiders cannot apply, but it gives reservation only to Punjab residents and asks every candidate to upload a Punjab residence certificate.
Disclaimer: The information above has been compiled from the official notification for the convenience of job seekers. Candidates are advised to verify all details from the official website before applying.
