PPSC Recruitment 2026: High Court Stay on Sub Divisional Engineer Recruitment Process

The Punjab Public Service Commission (PPSC), located at Baradari Gardens, Patiala, has issued an important public notice regarding the stay on the recruitment process for Advertisement No. 20233. The Hon’ble High Court of Punjab and Haryana, Chandigarh, has ordered a temporary suspension of further proceedings related to the recruitment of Sub Divisional Engineers in the Department of Agriculture and Farmer’s Welfare and the Department of Water Supply and Sanitation.

Details of the Court Order

As per the order dated 31 August 2026 in CM-15353-CWP-2026 within CWP No. 24180 of 2026, the Hon’ble High Court has directed that:

“Further proceedings pursuant to the recruitment process for appointment of Sub Divisional Engineer in the Department of Agriculture and Farmer’s Welfare and Department of Water Supply and Sanitation consisting of 28 posts shall remain stayed.”

This means that all interviews and subsequent recruitment activities for these posts are temporarily halted until further orders from the court.

Impact on Candidates and Recruitment Process

  • The recruitment process for 28 posts of Sub Divisional Engineer/Officer is currently on hold.
  • No interviews or document verification will be conducted until the stay is lifted.
  • Candidates are advised not to rely on unofficial sources or rumors regarding the resumption of the process.
  • All official updates will be published exclusively on the PPSC official website.

Official Communication and Authority

The notice has been issued by Charanjit Singh, PCS, Secretary, Punjab Public Service Commission, Patiala, on 01 September 2026. The Commission emphasizes transparency and adherence to judicial directions in all recruitment matters.

Conclusion: Awaiting Further Judicial Directions

The PPSC Recruitment 2026 for Sub Divisional Engineers remains suspended following the High Court’s stay order. Candidates are encouraged to stay informed through official channels and await further instructions from the Commission. This step ensures compliance with legal proceedings and maintains fairness in the recruitment process.