The Subordinate Services Selection Board, Punjab (PSSSB) has issued an official notice inviting online objections regarding the Provisional Answer Key of the written examination conducted on 11 October 2026 for the post of Clerk (Advt. No. 02/2026). Candidates can submit their objections online between 13 October 2026 and 15 October 2026 (till 5:00 PM).
๐ Key Highlights of the Objection Process
- Exam Date: 11 October 2026
- Post: Clerk
- Advertisement Number: 02/2026
- Objection Window: 13 October 2026 โ 15 October 2026 (till 5:00 PM)
- Submission Mode: Google Form Click Here
- Hard Copy Submission: By Speed Post or by hand to the office of the Secretary, PSSSB, Punjab Forest Complex, Sector-68, SAS Nagar โ 160062, by 20 October 2026.
- Decision Authority: Expert Committee of the Examination Conducting Authority.
- Finality: The decision of the expert committee will be binding, and no further objections will be entertained after the publication of the final answer key.
๐ Steps to Submit Objections
- Download the Grievance Form (Annexure-I).
- Fill in details such as Question Number, Published Key, Claimed Correct Key, Nature of Objection, Explanation, Reference Book/Page Number.
- Attach necessary documentary proof supporting your claim.
- Upload scanned copies of the Grievance Form and proof via the Google Form.
- Send original hard copies of the Grievance Form and documentary proof by Speed Post or by hand to the PSSSB office by 20 October 2026.
โ ๏ธ Important Instructions
- Objections submitted after 15 October 2026, 5:00 PM will not be entertained.
- Objections must be submitted via the prescribed Google Form only. Other modes (email, post without form, etc.) will not be accepted.
- Each objection must be supported with valid documentary proof.
- Separate forms must be used for each question objection.
- Objections are valid only against the Provisional Answer Key. No objections will be entertained after the publication of the Final Answer Key.
๐ Contact Information
Subordinate Services Selection Board, Punjab
Forest Complex, Sector-68, SAS Nagar โ 160062
Website: sssb.punjab.gov.in
โ Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is the last date to submit objections online?
- The last date to submit objections online is 15 October 2026 till 5:00 PM.
- Can objections be submitted via email or post?
- No, objections must be submitted via the prescribed Google Form. Hard copies are required only as supporting documents by 20 October 2026.
- Where should hard copies of objections be sent?
- Hard copies must be sent to the office of the Secretary, PSSSB, Punjab Forest Complex, Sector-68, SAS Nagar โ 160062.
- Is there a specific format for objections?
- Yes, objections must be submitted using the Grievance Form (Annexure-I) provided in the notice.
- Will objections be accepted after the final answer key is published?
- No, objections are valid only against the Provisional Answer Key. Once the final answer key is published, no objections will be entertained.
- Who will review the objections?
- A duly constituted Expert Committee of the Examination Conducting Authority will review all objections.
- Is the decision of the expert committee final?
- Yes, the decision of the expert committee is binding on all stakeholders and cannot be challenged further.
- Can multiple objections be filed in one form?
- No, candidates must use a separate form for each question objection.
๐ข Official Statement
The PSSSB has clarified that objections must be submitted strictly as per the prescribed format and within the stipulated time frame. Only objections supported with documentary proof will be considered, and the final decision of the expert committee will be binding.
โ Conclusion
The release of the Provisional Answer Key and the invitation for objections ensures transparency in the recruitment process for Clerk (Advt. No. 02/2026). Candidates are advised to carefully review the answer key, submit objections responsibly, and stay updated through the official PSSSB website for further notifications.
