The Punjab Public Service Commission (PPSC) has uploaded the time slot for the Research Officer Competitive Examination-2026, held for 11 posts of Research Officer, Group-A in the Department of Planning (State Directorate of Statistics), Government of Punjab, under Advt. No. 2026-1. The examination will be held on Sunday, 20.09.2026 from 11:00 AM to 01:00 PM at a single centre in Patiala, and candidates holding roll numbers 11401 to 11629 have been given staggered entry timings between 09:45 AM and 10:30 AM. The entry gate of the examination centre will be closed strictly at 11:00 AM.
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Update Overview
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Update Type | Exam Time Slot / Reporting Schedule |
| Post Name | Research Officer, Group-A |
| Organization | Punjab Public Service Commission (PPSC), Baradari Gardens, Patiala – for the Department of Planning (State Directorate of Statistics), Government of Punjab |
| Notification / Advertisement No. | Advt. No. 2026-1 (time slot notice uploaded on 19.09.2026) |
| Location | Punjab – examination centre at Patiala |
| Related Recruitment | 11 posts of Research Officer, Group-A |
| Exam Date | 20.09.2026 (Sunday) |
| Exam Time | 11:00 AM to 01:00 PM |
| Exam Centre | B.N. Khalsa Sr. Sec. School, near Gurudwara Dukhniwaran Sahib, Sirhind Road, Patiala (Centre No. 1, Block No. 1) |
| Roll Numbers Covered | 11401 to 11629 – 229 candidates in all |
| Reporting / Entry Time | 09:45 AM to 10:30 AM, strictly as per the slot allotted to your roll number |
| Entry Gate Closes | 11:00 AM – no candidate allowed in after this |
| Official Notification | Download Time Slot Notice (PDF) |
| Official Website | ppsc.gov.in |
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Exam originally scheduled (Public Notice dated 02.07.2026) | 30.08.2026 (Sunday) |
| Exam postponed and rescheduled (Public Notice dated 25.08.2026) | 20.09.2026 (Sunday) |
| Time slot notice uploaded on the PPSC website | 19.09.2026 |
| Competitive examination | 20.09.2026 (Sunday), 11:00 AM to 01:00 PM |
| Entry gate of the exam centre closes | 20.09.2026, 11:00 AM |
Roll Number Wise Entry Time Slots
All 229 candidates report to the same centre and the same block. Find your roll number in the table below and note the entry window against it – the commission has asked candidates to report strictly as per this slot.
| Sr. No. | Roll Numbers | Candidates | Entry Window | Floor / Gate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 11401 – 11424 | 24 | 09:45 AM – 10:00 AM | Ground Floor, Gate-1 |
| 2 | 11425 – 11448 | 24 | 09:45 AM – 10:00 AM | Ground Floor, Gate-1 |
| 3 | 11449 – 11472 | 24 | 09:45 AM – 10:00 AM | Ground Floor, Gate-1 |
| 4 | 11473 – 11496 | 24 | 09:45 AM – 10:00 AM | Ground Floor, Gate-1 |
| 5 | 11497 – 11520 | 24 | 10:00 AM – 10:15 AM | Ground Floor, Gate-1 |
| 6 | 11521 – 11544 | 24 | 10:00 AM – 10:15 AM | Ground Floor, Gate-1 |
| 7 | 11545 – 11568 | 24 | 10:00 AM – 10:15 AM | Ground Floor, Gate-1 |
| 8 | 11569 – 11592 | 24 | 10:15 AM – 10:30 AM | Ground Floor, Gate-1 |
| 9 | 11593 – 11616 | 24 | 10:15 AM – 10:30 AM | Ground Floor, Gate-1 |
| 10 | 11617 – 11629 | 13 | 10:15 AM – 10:30 AM | Ground Floor, Gate-1 |
What This Means for You
- Check your roll number against the table above and note the entry window given for it – for example, roll number 11500 falls in Sr. No. 5, so entry is between 10:00 AM and 10:15 AM.
- Plan to reach the Patiala centre well before your entry window begins, since all 229 candidates enter through a single gate (Gate-1, ground floor).
- Do not treat 11:00 AM as your reporting time – that is the moment the gate is shut, not the moment entry starts.
- Carry your PPSC admit card and an original photo ID proof; this time slot notice does not replace the admit card.
- If you have not downloaded your admit card yet, get it from the Download Admit Card link on the PPSC website before exam day.
Documents to Carry
| Document | Notes |
|---|---|
| PPSC Admit Card / Roll Number Slip | Printed copy. The time slot notice is not an admit card. |
| Original photo ID proof | Aadhaar, PAN, Driving Licence, Passport or Voter ID |
| Passport-size photographs | Same photograph as uploaded with the application form |
| Blue or black ball pen | For the OMR answer sheet |
Important Links
| Link | Open |
|---|---|
| Time Slot Notice (PDF) | Download Time Slot Notice |
| PPSC Official Website (admit card and notices) | Visit ppsc.gov.in |
| Telegram Channel | Join Telegram Channel |
| WhatsApp Channel | Join WhatsApp Channel |
Common Mistakes to Avoid
- Reaching at 11:00 AM thinking it is the reporting time – 11:00 AM is when the gate closes and the exam begins.
- Ignoring the slot given for your roll number and turning up with a later batch, which can leave you queuing after the gate has shut.
- Assuming this notice replaces the admit card – it carries no candidate photograph or personal details.
- Heading to the wrong address in Patiala – the centre is B.N. Khalsa Sr. Sec. School near Gurudwara Dukhniwaran Sahib on Sirhind Road.
- Still working to the old exam date of 30.08.2026, which was postponed by the PPSC notice dated 25.08.2026.
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the PPSC Research Officer competitive examination being held?
The examination is on Sunday, 20.09.2026, from 11:00 AM to 01:00 PM.
Where is the examination centre?
There is one centre – B.N. Khalsa Sr. Sec. School, near Gurudwara Dukhniwaran Sahib, Sirhind Road, Patiala, listed as Centre No. 1, Block No. 1.
At what time should I reach the exam centre?
Reach according to the entry window allotted to your roll number, which falls between 09:45 AM and 10:30 AM as shown in the time slot table above.
Till what time will candidates be allowed inside?
The entry gate closes strictly at 11:00 AM and the notice states that no candidate will be allowed to enter after 11:00 AM.
Which roll numbers are covered by this time slot notice?
Roll numbers 11401 to 11629, which is 229 candidates in all.
Which recruitment is this examination for?
It is for 11 posts of Research Officer, Group-A, in the Department of Planning (State Directorate of Statistics), Government of Punjab, under Advt. No. 2026-1.
Was this examination postponed earlier?
Yes – it was first scheduled for 30.08.2026 and was postponed by a PPSC public notice dated 25.08.2026 for administrative reasons, then rescheduled to 20.09.2026.
Is this time slot notice the same as my admit card?
No – it only gives centre and reporting times for roll numbers 11401 to 11629, so you must still download and carry your own PPSC admit card from ppsc.gov.in.
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.
