{"id":209267,"date":"2026-08-25T16:01:38","date_gmt":"2026-08-25T10:31:38","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.practicemock.com\/blog\/?p=209267"},"modified":"2026-08-25T16:16:32","modified_gmt":"2026-08-25T10:46:32","slug":"punjab-psssb-group-d-recruitment-2026","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.practicemock.com\/blog\/punjab-psssb-group-d-recruitment-2026\/","title":{"rendered":"Punjab PSSSB Group D Recruitment 2026 Reopened for 1401 Posts, Apply Online Till September 4"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p><strong>Punjab PSSSB Group D Recruitment 2026<\/strong> online applications have been reopened for <strong>1,401 Group D vacancies<\/strong> under Advertisement No. <strong>04\/2026<\/strong>. The Subordinate Services Selection Board, Punjab (PSSSB) has reopened the application window from <strong>August 25 to September 4, 2026<\/strong> for eligible candidates who could not apply earlier. Candidates who already submitted their applications during the previous registration window do <strong>not<\/strong> need to apply again.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The recruitment includes Group D posts across different Punjab government departments, including <strong>Sewadar, Chowkidar, Safai Sewak, Sweeper, Water Carrier, Attendant, Mali and other posts<\/strong>. Out of the total <strong>1,401 vacancies, 500 are earmarked for women<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Candidates can submit the <strong>PSSSB Group D Application Form 2026<\/strong> through the official website at <strong>sssb.punjab.gov.in<\/strong> until September 4, 2026.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-content-justification-center is-layout-flex wp-container-core-buttons-is-layout-16018d1d wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link has-vivid-cyan-blue-background-color has-background wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/www.practicemock.com\/?ref=16410\"><strong>Attempt Free Govt Mock Now<\/strong><\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\">\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Latest Update:<\/strong> PSSSB issued a corrigendum on August 24, 2026, confirming 1,401 Group D vacancies and reopening online applications from August 25 to September 4, 2026. Candidates who applied earlier are not required to submit a fresh application.<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Punjab PSSSB Group D Recruitment 2026 Overview<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The <strong>Punjab Subordinate Services Selection Board<\/strong> is conducting the recruitment under <strong>Advertisement No. 04 of 2026<\/strong>. Candidates can check the major recruitment details below.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><thead><tr><th>Particulars<\/th><th>Details<\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td>Organization<\/td><td>Subordinate Services Selection Board, Punjab<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Recruitment<\/td><td>Punjab PSSSB Group D Recruitment 2026<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Advertisement Number<\/td><td>04\/2026<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Post Category<\/td><td>Group D<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Total Vacancies<\/td><td><strong>1,401<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Vacancies for Women<\/td><td><strong>500<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Major Posts<\/td><td>Sewadar, Chowkidar, Safai Sewak, Sweeper, Attendant and others<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Qualification<\/td><td>Matriculation\/10th with Punjabi, subject to post\/rule provisions<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Age Limit<\/td><td>18 to 37 years for General category<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Application Mode<\/td><td>Online<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Reopened Application Date<\/td><td><strong>August 25, 2026<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Last Date to Apply<\/td><td><strong>September 4, 2026<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Pay Scale<\/td><td>\u20b918,000\u2013\u20b956,900, Level 1<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Job Location<\/td><td>Punjab<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Official Website<\/td><td>sssb.punjab.gov.in<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">PSSSB Group D Recruitment 2026 Latest Update<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The Subordinate Services Selection Board, Punjab issued a <strong>corrigendum on August 24, 2026<\/strong> for Advertisement No. 04\/2026.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>According to the notice:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>The number of Group D vacancies has been confirmed at <strong>1,401<\/strong>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The online application portal has reopened from <strong>August 25, 2026<\/strong>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The <strong>PSSSB Group D last date to apply is September 4, 2026<\/strong>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The last date for payment of the application fee is also <strong>September 4, 2026<\/strong>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Candidates who applied during the previous application window <strong>do not have to apply again<\/strong>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Vacancies have been received from various departments of the Punjab Government.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>This reopening provides another opportunity to candidates who were eligible under Advertisement No. 04\/2026 but could not submit the online form earlier.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Punjab PSSSB Group D Recruitment 2026 Important Dates<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Candidates should keep track of the revised <strong>PSSSB Group D Recruitment 2026 dates<\/strong> to avoid missing the application deadline.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><thead><tr><th>Event<\/th><th>Date<\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td>Original Notification Release Date<\/td><td>February 24, 2026<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Original Online Application Start Date<\/td><td>February 27, 2026<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Original Last Date to Apply<\/td><td>March 20, 2026<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Corrigendum\/Reopen Notice<\/td><td><strong>August 24, 2026<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Application Reopen Date<\/td><td><strong>August 25, 2026<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Reopened Application Last Date<\/td><td><strong>September 4, 2026<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Last Date to Pay Application Fee<\/td><td><strong>September 4, 2026<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>PSSSB Group D Exam Date<\/td><td>To Be Announced<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What is the last date for PSSSB Group D Recruitment 2026?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The <strong>last date to apply for Punjab PSSSB Group D Recruitment 2026 is September 4, 2026<\/strong>. The online application process reopened on August 25, 2026.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Candidates who already applied during the February-March application window are not required to apply again.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Punjab PSSSB Group D Vacancy 2026<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>PSSSB has confirmed <strong>1,401 Group D vacancies<\/strong> under Advertisement No. 04\/2026. Of these, <strong>500 vacancies are earmarked for women<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The vacancies cover several posts across Punjab Government departments. These include positions such as:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Sewadar<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Chowkidar<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Safai Sewak<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Safai Sewak-cum-Chowkidar<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Mali-cum-Chowkidar<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Sewadar-cum-Chowkidar<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Baildar-cum-Attendant<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Cattle Attendant<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Pig Attendant<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Animal Attendant<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Sheep Attendant<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Khetibhari Baildar<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Cultivator Baildar<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Mali<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Cook<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Sweeper-cum-Chowkidar<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Sweeper-cum-Attendant<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Sweeper<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Water Carrier-cum-Sweeper<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Water Carrier<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Bull Attendant<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Gate Man<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Packer-cum-Attendant<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Fisherman<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">PSSSB Group D Category-Wise Vacancy 2026<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The official corrigendum provides the following category-wise distribution of the <strong>1,401 vacancies<\/strong>:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><thead><tr><th>Category<\/th><th>Total Vacancies<\/th><th>For Women<\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td>General<\/td><td>465<\/td><td>138<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>SC (M&amp;B)<\/td><td>154<\/td><td>80<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>SC (R&amp;O)<\/td><td>129<\/td><td>53<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>BC<\/td><td>126<\/td><td>52<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>ESM General<\/td><td>173<\/td><td>68<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>ESM SC (M&amp;B)<\/td><td>47<\/td><td>8<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>ESM SC (R&amp;O)<\/td><td>22<\/td><td>3<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>ESM BC<\/td><td>31<\/td><td>9<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Sports General<\/td><td>38<\/td><td>17<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Sports SC (M&amp;B)<\/td><td>26<\/td><td>3<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Sports SC (R&amp;O)<\/td><td>2<\/td><td>0<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>PH (Orthopedic)<\/td><td>27<\/td><td>8<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>PH (Visual Impairment)<\/td><td>22<\/td><td>5<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>PH (Hearing Impairment)<\/td><td>17<\/td><td>4<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>PH (ID\/MD)<\/td><td>7<\/td><td>1<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Freedom Fighter<\/td><td>13<\/td><td>3<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>EWS<\/td><td>102<\/td><td>38<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Total<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>1,401<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>500<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Candidates should check the official vacancy annexure before selecting their category in the application form.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Punjab PSSB Group D Important links <\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><tbody><tr><td>Punjab PSSSB Group D Recruitment Advt 04\/2026&nbsp;<strong>Re-Open Notice<\/strong><\/td><td><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.practicemock.com\/pricing\/marketing\/files\/pdf\/punjab-psssb-group-d-recruitment-advt-04-2026-re-open-notice.pdf\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/www.practicemock.com\/pricing\/marketing\/files\/pdf\/punjab-psssb-group-d-recruitment-advt-04-2026-re-open-notice.pdf\">Reopen Notice<\/a><\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Punjab PSSSB Group D Recruitment Advt 04\/2026&nbsp;<strong>Notification<\/strong><\/td><td><a href=\"https:\/\/quicksarkari.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/Punjab-PSSSB-Group-D-Recruitment-Advt-04_2026-Notification.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>Notifiication<\/strong><\/a><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Punjab PSSSB Group D Recruitment Advt 04\/2026&nbsp;<strong>Online Form<\/strong><\/td><td><a href=\"https:\/\/sssb.punjab.gov.in\/vacancy\/?key=vacancy_group_d&amp;value=1787\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>Apply Online<\/strong><\/a><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>PSSSB Official Website<\/td><td><a href=\"https:\/\/sssb.punjab.gov.in\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>PSSSB<\/strong><\/a><\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Punjab PSSSB Group D Eligibility Criteria 2026<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Candidates applying for the <strong>Punjab PSSSB Group D Recruitment 2026<\/strong> must satisfy the prescribed educational qualification and age conditions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">PSSSB Group D Educational Qualification<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>As per Advertisement No. 04\/2026, the general educational requirement is:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Candidates must have passed the Matriculation examination with Punjabi language as one of the subjects from a recognized educational institution.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The notification also contains specific provisions\/exemptions under the applicable Punjab Group D Service Rules for certain categories, including specified appointments involving blind persons, riot\/terrorist-affected persons and sweeper posts. Candidates falling under these provisions should verify the exact rule from the official notification before applying.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Additionally, candidates covered by the applicable rule must qualify the <strong>Punjabi Language Test at Matriculation level with at least 50% marks<\/strong> for appointment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">PSSSB Group D Age Limit 2026<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The age of candidates is calculated as on <strong>January 1, 2026<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><thead><tr><th>Category<\/th><th>Age Limit<\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td>Minimum Age<\/td><td>18 years<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>General Category<\/td><td>Maximum 37 years<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>SC\/BC Candidates of Punjab<\/td><td>Maximum 42 years<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>State\/Central Government Employees<\/td><td>Maximum 45 years<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Persons with Disabilities of Punjab<\/td><td>Maximum 47 years<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Widows, Divorcees and certain eligible married women<\/td><td>Up to 40 years<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Age relaxation for Ex-Servicemen and other eligible categories will apply according to Punjab Government rules.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What is the age limit for PSSSB Group D Recruitment 2026?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The <strong>PSSSB Group D age limit is 18 to 37 years for General category candidates as on January 1, 2026<\/strong>. Reserved-category candidates are eligible for relaxation according to Punjab Government rules.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Punjab PSSSB Group D Application Fee 2026<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Candidates have to pay the prescribed application fee according to their category.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><thead><tr><th>Category<\/th><th>Application Fee<\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td>General\/Freedom Fighter\/Sports<\/td><td>\u20b91,000<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>SC\/BC\/EWS<\/td><td>\u20b9250<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Ex-Servicemen and Dependents<\/td><td>\u20b9200<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Persons with Disabilities<\/td><td>\u20b9500<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>The application fee once paid is generally non-refundable as per the recruitment notification.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Punjab PSSSB Group D Salary 2026<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Candidates selected under the <strong>PSSSB Group D Recruitment 2026<\/strong> will receive a pay scale of:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>\u20b918,000 to \u20b956,900 under Level 1 of the 7th CPC.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Other allowances and benefits will be governed by the applicable Punjab Government rules and conditions of appointment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">PSSSB Group D Selection Process 2026<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The <strong>Punjab PSSSB Group D selection process<\/strong> primarily includes an objective-type written examination followed by document verification\/counseling.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The written examination consists of two parts:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Part A: Punjabi Language Test<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Part A is a <strong>qualifying Punjabi Language Test at Matriculation level<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Candidates must obtain <strong>at least 50% marks<\/strong> in this section. Candidates failing to secure the qualifying marks will not be considered for the final merit list regardless of their performance in Part B.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Part B: Competitive Examination<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Part B determines the candidate&#8217;s position in the merit list.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Important points include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Questions will be objective-type Multiple Choice Questions.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Each question carries <strong>1 mark<\/strong>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>There will be <strong>negative marking of 1\/4 mark<\/strong> for each incorrect answer.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The common merit list will be prepared using marks obtained in <strong>Part B<\/strong>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Eligible candidates will subsequently be called for document verification\/counseling.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>If two or more candidates obtain equal marks, the older candidate will receive preference according to the tie-breaking rule stated in the notification.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How to Apply Online for Punjab PSSSB Group D Recruitment 2026?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Candidates can complete the <strong>PSSSB Group D Apply Online 2026<\/strong> process through the official Subordinate Services Selection Board Punjab website.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Follow these steps:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Visit the official PSSSB website at <strong>sssb.punjab.gov.in<\/strong>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Open the section containing online applications\/recruitment advertisements.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Find <strong>Advertisement No. 04\/2026 \u2013 Group D Recruitment<\/strong>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Click on the online application link.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Complete the registration process using the required details.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Enter personal, educational and category information carefully.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Upload the required photograph, signature and documents in the prescribed format.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Review the PSSSB Group D application form before submission.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Pay the application fee applicable to your category.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Submit the form and save or print the confirmation page for future reference.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<p>Candidates should ensure that all details entered in the online form match their original certificates.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Do Previous Applicants Need to Apply Again?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>No. Candidates who already submitted their application under PSSSB Advertisement No. 04\/2026 during the earlier application window do not need to apply again.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The August 24 corrigendum specifically states that previously registered candidates are not required to submit another application.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This clarification is important because the August 25-September 4 window is a <strong>reopening of applications<\/strong>, rather than a fresh recruitment advertisement.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">PSSSB Group D Exam Date 2026<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The <strong>PSSSB Group D Exam Date 2026 has not been announced in the latest reopening notice<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Candidates should regularly check the official PSSSB website for the written examination schedule, admit card and other exam-related announcements.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Once announced, the written examination will be used to shortlist candidates according to the selection rules prescribed in Advertisement No. 04\/2026.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Punjab PSSSB Group D Recruitment 2026 Important Links<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><thead><tr><th>Particulars<\/th><th>Link<\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td>PSSSB Group D Reopen Notice 2026<\/td><td>Check Official Corrigendum<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>PSSSB Group D Notification 2026<\/td><td>Check Advertisement No. 04\/2026<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>PSSSB Group D Apply Online 2026<\/td><td>sssb.punjab.gov.in<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>PSSSB Official Website<\/td><td>sssb.punjab.gov.in<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Note:<\/strong> Candidates should rely on the official PSSSB website and Advertisement No. 04\/2026 for final eligibility, reservation, post-specific conditions and application instructions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Punjab PSSSB Group D Recruitment 2026 FAQs<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How many vacancies are available under PSSSB Group D Recruitment 2026?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The <strong>Punjab PSSSB Group D Recruitment 2026 has 1,401 vacancies<\/strong> under Advertisement No. 04\/2026. Of these, <strong>500 vacancies are earmarked for women<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">When was the PSSSB Group D application form reopened?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The PSSSB Group D online application form was <strong>reopened on August 25, 2026<\/strong>, following the corrigendum issued on August 24.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What is the PSSSB Group D application last date?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The <strong>PSSSB Group D Recruitment 2026 last date is September 4, 2026<\/strong>. Candidates must also complete the prescribed fee payment by September 4.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Who can apply for Punjab PSSSB Group D Recruitment 2026?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Generally, candidates who have passed <strong>Matriculation\/10th with Punjabi as a subject from a recognized institution<\/strong> and fulfill the applicable age and post-specific eligibility requirements can apply. Candidates should check the official notification for exemptions and specific conditions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What is the age limit for Punjab PSSSB Group D Recruitment?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The minimum age is <strong>18 years<\/strong>, while the maximum age for General category candidates is <strong>37 years as on January 1, 2026<\/strong>. Relaxation is available to eligible reserved categories.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What is the salary for PSSSB Group D posts?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The notified pay scale for PSSSB Group D posts is <strong>\u20b918,000 to \u20b956,900 under Level 1 of the 7th CPC<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Is there negative marking in the PSSSB Group D exam?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Yes. <strong>Part B carries a negative marking of 1\/4 mark for every incorrect answer<\/strong>. Each question carries 1 mark.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Is the Punjabi language test compulsory?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Yes, under the applicable rule, the Punjabi Language Test at Matriculation level is qualifying in nature and candidates must secure <strong>at least 50% marks<\/strong> to remain eligible for consideration in the final merit process.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Do candidates who applied earlier have to apply again?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>No. <strong>Candidates who already applied under Advertisement No. 04\/2026 are not required to submit the application form again<\/strong> during the reopened window.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What is the official website for PSSSB Group D Recruitment 2026?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The official website of the <strong>Subordinate Services Selection Board, Punjab is sssb.punjab.gov.in<\/strong>.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Punjab PSSSB Group D Recruitment 2026 has been reopened for 1,401 vacancies. 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