📋 Complete Advertisement & Guidelines
- Recruiting Body: Subordinate Services Selection Board, Punjab (SSSB)
- Advertisement No.: 13 of 2026
- Total Posts: 10 vacancies across 5 posts
- Post Names: Head Draftsman, Law Officer, Legal Assistant (Higher Education), Accountant, Legal Assistant (Punjab Water Supply)
- Employment Nature: Permanent Government Positions (Group B)
- Application Mode: Online Application
- Important Dates: Application starts 01-10-2026; Last date 22-10-2026
- Application Fee: Rs. 750 for SC of Punjab; Rs. 1500 for others
- Official Website: sssb.punjab.gov.in
Post-Wise Vacancy & Pay Scale
| Post Designation | Department | Vacancies | Monthly Remuneration (INR) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Head Draftsman | Local Government Department (Regional Office) | 2 | Rs. 35,400 |
| Law Officer | Higher Education Department | 1 | Rs. 35,400 (Level-6) |
| Legal Assistant | Higher Education Department | 1 | Rs. 35,400 (Level-6) |
| Accountant | Excise and Taxation Department (Regional Office) | 5 | Rs. 35,400 (Level-6) |
| Legal Assistant | Local Government Department (Punjab Water Supply and Sewerage Board) | 1 | Rs. 35,400-112,400 (Level-6) |
| Total | 10 | ||
Eligibility Criteria & Educational Qualification
- Head Draftsman: Diploma in Civil Engineering or Certificate in Civil Draftsman or equivalent from a recognized institution, or higher qualification in the relevant field.
- Law Officer: Professional Degree in Law from a recognized university with at least three years' experience as an Advocate at Bar.
- Legal Assistant (Higher Education Department): Professional Degree in Law from a recognized university with a minimum of two years' experience at Bar.
- Accountant: Bachelor of Commerce from a recognized university and qualified in competitive test, plus a 120-hour computer course or equivalent certification.
- Legal Assistant (Punjab Water Supply and Sewerage Board): Degree in Law.
- Mandatory: All candidates must have passed Punjabi at Matriculation level or equivalent as per Rule 17 of Punjab Civil Services Rules.
Selection Process & Screening Clause
The selection process includes:
- Objective Type Written Examination: MCQ-based with negative marking (1/4 mark deducted per wrong answer).
- Merit List: Based on examination marks; tie-breaking by age, then educational qualification percentage, then Matriculation marks.
- Counseling and Document Verification: Candidates called based on merit for verification of eligibility and documents.
- Recommendation: Final selection recommended to concerned departments after successful verification.
Note: No TA/DA will be paid to candidates for examination or counseling.
Required Documents & Instructions for Candidates
- Original Matriculation (10th) Certificate as Proof of Date of Birth and Punjabi subject.
- All educational qualification certificates and mark sheets.
- Experience certificates for Law Officer and Legal Assistant posts.
- Valid Domicile/Residence Certificate of Punjab (not older than 5 years) for reservation benefits.
- Scheduled Caste Certificate in Punjab Government format (if applicable).
- Two recent passport-size photographs and valid photo ID proof.
- NOC from department for State/Central Government employees.
Instructions: Apply online only through the official website. Ensure all details are correct before submission, as no changes are allowed after submission.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q1: What is the last date to apply for SSSB Punjab Recruitment 2026?
A: The last date to submit the online application and pay the fee is 22-10-2026.
Q2: What is the application fee for this recruitment?
A: The fee is Rs. 750 for Scheduled Castes of Punjab State only, and Rs. 1500 for all other categories.
Q3: Is there any age relaxation for government employees?
A: Yes, State and Central Government employees can avail up to 45 years of upper age limit, subject to producing an NOC.
Q4: What is the nature of employment for these posts?
A: These are permanent Group B government positions under Punjab state departments.
Q5: When will the written examination be conducted?
A: The examination date is not specified in the notification; it will be announced on the Board's website later.
Q6: Can candidates from other states apply?
A: Yes, but reservation benefits are only for residents of Punjab. All candidates must meet the eligibility criteria.