descriptionOverview & Important Gazette Circular Highlights
Punjab Subordinate Services Selection Board (PSSSB), SAS Nagar, Mohali has officially published the recruitment notification for 345 vacancies under advertisement reference Advt. No. 07/2026 (PSSSB). Candidates can submit their application form from 2026-08-25 to 2026-10-31. Read below for eligibility conditions, category-wise fee details, step-by-step application instructions, and 100% verified direct official links.
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Important Dates / महत्वपूर्ण तिथियाँ
Notice Released
Online Apply Start
Last Date to Apply
Last Date for Fee
Exam Date
Expected November/December 2026 (OMR Multiple Choice Written Test)
Admit Card Available
Expected 7 Days Before Exam at sssb.punjab.gov.in
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Application Fee / आवेदन शुल्क
General / OBC / EWS
Rs. 1000/- (For General category candidates)
SC / ST Candidates
Rs. 250/- (For SC, BC, and EWS candidates of Punjab)
Female (All Categories)
As per category (Rs. 1000/- for General / Rs. 250/- for reserved)
Payment Mode
Online Payment Gateway via Internet Banking, Debit Card, Credit Card, or Punjab National Bank Challan
⚠️ Note: Application fee is non-refundable once submitted. Please verify eligibility before payment.
🎯 Eligibility Criteria & Age Limits / पात्रता एवं आयु सीमा
🎓 Educational Qualification
3-Year Diploma in Civil, Electrical, or Mechanical Engineering from a recognized State Board of Technical Education or B.Tech / B.E. in relevant discipline. Candidate must have passed Matriculation (10th) with Punjabi as a compulsory subject.
Category Relaxation: Upper age relaxation of 5 years for SC and Backward Classes (BC) of Punjab (up to 42 years); 10 years for PwD candidates (up to 47 years) as per Punjab State Civil Service Rules.
💰 Pay Scale & Salary
Initial Pay of Rs. 35,400/- per month (Pay Matrix Level-6) as per Government of Punjab 7th Pay Commission recommendations during 3-year probation period.
📝 Selection Process
Stage I: Written Objective Examination (Part-A Punjabi Qualifying Test 50 Marks with 50% threshold; Part-B Technical Engineering & GK 100 Marks)
Stage II: Document Verification & Counseling by PSSSB Board at Forest Complex, Sector 68, Mohali
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Vacancy Details & Post Breakdown / पद विवरण
Total: 345 Posts
Post Name / पद का नाम
Total Posts
Eligibility Qualification
Age Limit
Junior Engineer (Civil - Water Resources & PWD B&R)
210
3-Year Diploma in Civil Engineering or higher Degree in Civil Engineering from a recognized State Technical Board / AICTE
18-37 Years
Junior Engineer (Electrical - Local Government & Municipal Corp)
85
3-Year Diploma in Electrical Engineering from a recognized State Board of Technical Education
18-37 Years
Junior Engineer (Mechanical - Water Supply & Sanitation)
50
3-Year Diploma in Mechanical Engineering from a recognized University or Technical Board
18-37 Years
📝 How to Apply Online: Step-by-Step Guide / आवेदन कैसे करें
Step 1: Visit the official Punjab Subordinate Services Selection Board portal at sssb.punjab.gov.in.
Step 2: Navigate to the 'Online Applications' tab and click on 'Advt. No. 07/2026 - Recruitment of Junior Engineers'.
Step 3: Register with your basic details, mobile number, and email to generate your Application Number and Login PIN.
Step 4: Fill in personal bio-data, Punjabi matriculation qualification status, and Engineering Diploma / Degree marks.
Step 5: Upload passport-size photo, signature, Punjabi matric certificate, and category certificate in prescribed dimensions.
Step 6: Pay the application fee online or generate bank challan, and download the printout of the final application form.
⚠️ Candidate Advisory: Do NOT share your login credentials, OTP, or registration password with any third-party cyber cafes or unverified agents. Always submit the form directly from the official portal.
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❓ Frequently Asked Questions — PSSSB Junior Engineer (JE) 2026 (अक्सर पूछे जाने वाले सवाल)
What is the mandatory Punjabi language criteria for PSSSB JE recruitment?
Candidates must have passed Matriculation (Class 10) examination with Punjabi as one of the compulsory or elective subjects. Additionally, candidates must secure at least 50% qualifying marks in Part-A (Punjabi Language Test) of the written exam.
What is the starting salary for a Junior Engineer in Punjab Government?
The selected Junior Engineers receive an initial pay of Rs. 35,400/- per month (Level-6 in Pay Matrix) during their mandatory 3-year probation period as per Punjab Finance Department circulars.
What are the total vacancies in PSSSB JE Advt 07/2026?
A total of 345 Junior Engineer posts have been announced across state departments: 210 in Civil Engineering, 85 in Electrical Engineering, and 50 in Mechanical Engineering.
Is there any negative marking in the PSSSB JE written exam?
Yes. Each objective question carries 1 mark, and 0.25 marks are deducted for every incorrect response in Part-B of the written test.
Where can candidates download the PSSSB Junior Engineer Admit Card 2026?
The e-Admit Card will be released approximately 7 days before the exam date on the official website sssb.punjab.gov.in under the 'Admit Card' download portal using your Application Number and Date of Birth.