๐ Overview of the Notification
The Society for Centralized Recruitment of Staff in Subordinate Courts (S.S.S.C.) under the High Court of Punjab and Haryana has released Employment Notice No. 37C/SSSC/PB/2026 dated 03 October 2026 for recruitment of 1270 Clerk posts in the District Courts of Punjab. Applications are invited online at www.sssc.gov.in.
๐ Important Dates
- ๐๏ธ Opening Date for Online Applications: 07 October 2026 (04:00 PM)
- ๐ Closing Date for Online Applications: 04 November 2026 (04:00 PM)
- ๐ Admit Cards: To be downloaded from www.sssc.gov.in
- ๐๏ธ Exam Date: To be notified later on the official website
๐ข Vacancy Details
Total Vacancies: 1270 (including reserved categories)
- General/UR: 201 + anticipated 7
- Economically Weaker Sections: 96 + anticipated 1
- Scheduled Castes (Balmikis/Mazhbi Sikhs): 99
- Scheduled Castes (Others): 83
- Backward Classes/OBC: 69
- Freedom Fighter: 11
- Sportsman (General & SC): 30+
- PwBD: Multiple categories including LV, HH, Locomotor, SLD, MI, MD
- Ex-Servicemen: 160+
๐ Eligibility Criteria
- ๐ Age Limit (as on 01 January 2026):
- General: 18โ37 years
- SC/BC/OBC: Relaxation of 5 years
- PwBD: Relaxation of 10 years
- Ex-Servicemen: Military service years + 3 years
- In-service employees: Up to 45 years
- ๐ Qualification: Bachelor of Arts/Science or equivalent from a recognized university.
- ๐ Must have passed Matriculation with Punjabi as one subject.
- ๐ Proficiency in computer operations is mandatory.
๐ฐ Pay Scale
Clerk posts carry a pay scale of โน29,200/- (Level-5) as per Punjab Governmentโs revised pay rules adopted by the High Court.
๐๏ธ Application Fee
| Category | Total Fee (โน) |
|---|---|
| SC/BC/OBC/ESM/EWS of Punjab | 710 |
| PwBD of Punjab | 875 |
| All Other Categories | 1200 |
๐ Selection Process
- Computer Based Test (CBT) โ 100 marks
- General Knowledge: 50 marks
- English Composition (Objective): 20 marks
- English Composition (Subjective โ Essay, Letter, Precis, Translation): 30 marks
- Qualifying Marks: Minimum 33% in each subject and 40% overall.
- Computer Proficiency Test (CPT) โ Qualifying only
- Spreadsheet Test (10 marks, 10 minutes, minimum 40% required)
- English Typing Test โ 30 WPM
- Final Merit List based on CBT scores.
โ ๏ธ Important Instructions
- โ Admit cards will be available online only; no postal delivery.
- โ Negative marking: 1/4 mark deducted for each wrong answer.
- โ Candidates must paste attested photograph on admit card.
- โ No TA/DA will be paid for appearing in exam or document verification.
- โ Reservation benefits apply only to residents of Punjab with valid certificates.
- ๐ซ Mobile phones, electronic devices, and baggage are prohibited inside exam centres.
โ Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
- ๐ What is the last date to apply?
- The last date for submission of online applications is 04 November 2026 (04:00 PM).
- ๐ How many vacancies are available?
- A total of 1270 Clerk posts are available in Punjab District Courts.
- โ๏ธ What is the selection process?
- Selection will be based on a Computer Based Test (CBT) followed by a qualifying Computer Proficiency Test (CPT).
- ๐ฐ What is the pay scale for Clerk posts?
- The pay scale is โน29,200/- (Level-5) as per Punjab Government rules.
- ๐ Where can I apply online?
- Applications must be submitted at www.sssc.gov.in.
- ๐ข Is Punjabi language compulsory?
- Yes, candidates must have passed Matriculation with Punjabi as one subject.
