PPSC Recruitment 2026 – Overview

Why Apply? – Job Security & Career Growth

• Job Security: Permanent Sarkari Naukri under Punjab Government.
• Pay Scale: Attractive salary of ₹47,600 per month plus allowances as per 7th CPC.
• Career Growth: Opportunities for promotion to higher Group-A posts.
• Location: Posting in Punjab state departments.

Detailed Vacancy Breakdown for PPSC Recruitment 2026

Eligibility Criteria for PPSC Research Officer Recruitment 2026

1. Educational Qualification

• Economic Policy & Planning Board: Master’s degree with minimum 50% marks in Economics / Agricultural Economics / Commerce. Plus minimum 1 year experience in economic planning, project appraisal, research, or compilation work.
• State Directorate of Statistics: Master’s degree with minimum 50% marks in Economics / Agricultural Economics / Statistics / Commerce (with Statistics). Plus minimum 1 year experience in statistical work.
• Language Requirement: Must have passed Matriculation with Punjabi as a compulsory or elective subject.

2. Age Limit

• Minimum Age: 18 years
• Maximum Age: 37 years
• Age Relaxation: Applicable as per Punjab Government rules (SC/BC Punjab up to 42 years, PwBD up to 47 years, Ex-Servicemen as per rules).

Application Fee

Important Dates for PPSC Recruitment 2026

How to Apply Online for PPSC Vacancy 2026

1. Visit the official website: ppsc.gov.in.
2. Click on the "Apply Online" link for Research Officer Recruitment 2026.
3. Register yourself and fill in personal, educational, and contact details.
4. Upload required documents (photograph, signature, certificates) in prescribed format.
5. Pay the application fee online as per your category.
6. Review all details and submit the application before 12 April 2026.
7. Take a printout/save a copy of the submitted application for future reference.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)