PSSSB Clerk Recruitment 2026 Reopen – Apply for 531 Posts| Check All Details

PSSSB Clerk Recruitment 2026: The Punjab Subordinate Services Selection Board (PSSSB) has reopened the application process for 531 Clerk (Common Cadre) posts under Advertisement No. 02/2026. Eligible candidates who did not apply earlier can submit the online form from 25 August 2026 to 7 September 2026.

PSSSB Clerk Recruitment 2026 – Important Points

• The recruitment is for Clerk posts in different Punjab Government departments.
• The reopened application window is for candidates who did not submit an application during the earlier application period.
• Candidates who already applied during the original application window do not need to apply again.

PSSSB Clerk Recruitment 2026 – Important Dates

• Candidates should complete the form and fee payment before the final date.
• The Board may publish further information about the examination, admit card and other stages on its official website.

PSSSB Clerk Recruitment 2026: Vacancy Details

• There are 531 Clerk vacancies under this recruitment.
• The posts are connected with different Punjab Government departments.

PSSSB Clerk Recruitment 2026: Eligibility Criteria

• Candidates should have a bachelor’s degree in any discipline from a recognized university or institution.
• Candidates also need the required computer/IT qualification mentioned in the recruitment rules.
• The notification specifies a 120-hour computer/IT course with relevant office productivity or desktop publishing applications, or an equivalent DOEACC ‘O’ Level qualification.
• Candidates must meet the required Punjabi language condition at Matriculation level.
• The eligibility conditions should be checked carefully against the official notification before submitting the form.

Age Limit

• The minimum age is 18 years.
• For the general category, the maximum age is 37 years.
• The age is counted as per the prescribed cut-off date of 1 January 2026.
• Age relaxation is available for eligible categories according to Punjab Government rules.
• Special upper-age provisions apply to certain categories, including eligible SC/BC candidates, government employees, ex-servicemen, persons with disabilities and certain women candidates.
• Candidates should check the exact relaxation applicable to their category before applying.

PSSSB Clerk Recruitment 2026: Application Fee

• The fee should be paid through the online application system.
• Candidates should check their category carefully before making payment.
• The fee should be paid within the application period.

PSSSB Clerk Recruitment 2026: Selection Process

• The selection process includes the following important stages:
  • Written Examination
  • Punjabi Language qualifying test
  • Typing Test
  • Counselling/Document Verification
• The written examination has Part A and Part B.
• Part A is a Punjabi language paper of qualifying nature.
• Candidates need at least 50% marks in Part A to qualify.
• Marks obtained in Part B are used for preparing merit.
• There is a negative marking of 1/4 mark for each wrong answer in Part B.
• The typing test is conducted in English and Punjabi.
• The prescribed typing speed is 30 words per minute.
• The typing test is qualifying in nature.
• Candidates who qualify the required stages are considered for the next recruitment stage

PSSSB Clerk Recruitment 2026: Salary Details

• The Clerk post carries Pay Level 2.
• The stated initial pay is ₹19,900.
• Other applicable benefits and allowances will be governed by the Punjab Government rules applicable to the post.

How to Apply Online for the PSSSB Clerk Recruitment 2026

• Visit the official PSSSB website.

• Open the Apply Online section.
• Complete the registration process.
• Create or use the required login details.
• Enter personal, educational and other information carefully.
• Upload the required photograph, signature and supporting documents.
• Check the complete application before submission.
• Pay the applicable application fee online.
• Submit the form.
• Save or print the submitted application for future use.

Important Instructions for Candidates

• Candidates who already submitted the application earlier should not submit another application.
• Fill in the category and personal details carefully.
• Keep the registered mobile number and email address active.
• Check all information before final submission.
• Keep a copy of the final application and payment details.
• Reservation benefits are subject to the conditions given in the official notification.
• Candidates should rely on the PSSSB website for the final exam schedule, admit card, result and merit-related updates.
• Do not wait until the last day to submit the form because technical problems can occur.

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PSSSB Clerk Recruitment 2026: Quick Links

• Official Website
• Reopened Notification PDF

PSSSB Clerk Recruitment 2026 – FAQs

Q1. How many Clerk posts are available?

A total of 531 Clerk (Common Cadre) posts are available under Advertisement No. 02/2026.

Q2. When can new candidates apply?

The reopened application window is from 25 August 2026 to 7 September 2026.

Q3. Do candidates who already applied need to apply again?

No. Candidates who submitted their application during the earlier application period do not need to apply again.