PSSSB Group C Recruitment 2026 - Apply Online for 06 Line Superintendent Posts

Subordinate Services Selection Board (SSSB), Punjab, SAS Nagar

Posts: 6 (including Backlog) Last Date: 05-06-2026 Online

Short Information

The latest Subordinate Services Selection Board (SSSB), Punjab Recruitment 2026 has been announced for Line Superintendent, Group-C posts! Published on 02 May 2026 at https://sssb.punjab.gov.in, this new recruitment drive offers 6 openings for eligible candidates. Applicants within the 18–37 years age group for General and 18–42 years for SC (Punjab residents) and possessing a three-year Diploma in Electrical Engineering along with Matriculation with Punjabi as a compulsory/elective subject are eligible to apply online from 15 May 2026 to 05 June 2026. Find all details about the SSSB Punjab Li

Important Dates

EventDate
Date Of Advertisement02/05/2026
Opening Of Online Application Portal15-05-2026
Last Date To Apply05-06-2026
Age Calculated As On01-01-2026
Age Cut Off For Advt. No. 08/2023 Applicants01-01-2023
Exam DateTo be notified on https://sssb.punjab.gov.in

Application Fee

General FeeRs. 1,000/- (Rupees One Thousand only)
Sc FeeRs. 250/- (Rupees Two Hundred and Fifty only)
DetailsNote: Fee once paid is non-refundable under any circumstances. Application without successful fee payment will be treated as incomplete and rejected.

Age Limit

DetailsCandidates' age is calculated as on 01-01-2026 (for candidates who applied under Advt. No. 08/2023, age cut-off is 01-01-2023). Minimum age for any category is 18 years.

Qualification / Eligibility

Education QualificationDetails
DomicileValid Domicile/Residence Certificate of Punjab — not older than 5 years; mandatory for all candidates
DetailsCandidates must fulfill all eligibility conditions on or before the last date of online application (05-06-2026). Domicile/Residence Certificate of Punjab (not older than 5 years at time of submission) is mandatory for all candidates irrespective of category (male or female). | Educational Qualification

Vacancy Details

  • {'Sr. No.': '01', 'Category': 'General', 'Total Vacancies (including Backlog)': '04', 'Reserved for Women (out of Total)': '01'}
  • {'Sr. No.': '02', 'Category': 'SC (M&B) – Mazhabi & Balmiki', 'Total Vacancies (including Backlog)': '01', 'Reserved for Women (out of Total)': '01'}
  • {'Sr. No.': '03', 'Category': 'SC (R&O) – Ramdasia & Others', 'Total Vacancies (including Backlog)': '01', 'Reserved for Women (out of Total)': '00'}
  • {'Sr. No.': 'Total', 'Category': '', 'Total Vacancies (including Backlog)': '06', 'Reserved for Women (out of Total)': '02'}
  • {'Sr. No.': '1', 'Category': 'General', 'Code': '101'}
  • {'Sr. No.': '2', 'Category': 'SC (Mazhabi & Balmiki)', 'Code': '103'}
  • {'Sr. No.': '3', 'Category': 'SC (Ramdasia & Others)', 'Code': '104'}

Salary / Pay Scale

Pay ScaleRs. 35,400/- (Level-6) as per 7th Central Pay Commission Pay Scale + Allowances

Selection Process

  • Part Subject Nature Marks Negative Marking
  • Part A Punjabi Language (Matriculation Level) Qualifying only (minimum 50% required to pass) — No
  • Part B Technical / Job-related subjects Merit basis 1 mark per question Yes – ¼ mark deducted per wrong answer
  • Minimum marks required to qualify Part A (Punjabi) 50%
  • Failure to secure 50% in Punjabi Disqualified from final merit list irrespective of Part-B score
  • 1st Tie-Break Date of birth – older candidate given preference
  • 2nd Tie-Break Higher percentage in required educational qualification (Diploma)
  • 3rd Tie-Break Higher marks in Matriculation (10th standard)
  • The selection process consists of an Objective Type MCQ Written Examination (Part A + Part B) followed by Document Verification / Counselling. Final merit list is prepared on the basis of Part-B marks only.
  • Written Examination Structure
  • Merit List will be prepared based on Part-B marks only. Candidates whose names appear in the Merit List will be called for Document Verification / Counselling. Number of candidates called for counselling will be decided by the Board category-wise. Appearing in examination
  • being in merit list
  • or being called for counselling does not confer any right of recommendation — candidature is confirmed only after eligibility is fully established.
  • Qualifying Marks – Punjabi Language (Part A)
  • Tie-Breaking Rules

How To Apply

  • Applications must be submitted online only through the SSSB Punjab portal https://sssb.punjab.gov.in. Applications submitted by any other mode (post, in person, etc.) will not be accepted and will be rejected.
  • New users must first register on the portal to generate a User ID and password, then log in and complete the online application. Once the application form is submitted, no changes/corrections can be made under any circumstances.
  • Candidates who applied under Advt. No. 08/2023 must register afresh, generate a new User ID, and verify their previously submitted Application Number and Date of Birth during the process.
  • Documents to be uploaded at time of Online Application:
  • 10th class certificate (for age proof and Punjabi language qualification)
  • Educational/Technical qualification certificate (3-year Diploma in Electrical Engineering)
  • Domicile/Residence Certificate of Punjab (not older than 5 years)
  • Caste Certificate (SC) if applicable — as per Punjab Govt. instructions
  • Any other mandatory document as specified in the portal
  • Documents to be produced in Original + Attested Copies at Counselling:
  • Educational qualification certificates (10th, Diploma)
  • Domicile/Residence Certificate of Punjab
  • SC Certificate (if applicable)
  • NOC from department (for State/Central Govt. employees claiming age relaxation)
  • Any other category-related certificate as demanded by the Board
  • Apply Online at: https://sssb.punjab.gov.in

Important Instructions

  • Online applications only — no manual or postal applications will be accepted. Category and category code once filled cannot be changed at any stage. Reservation benefits are available only to residents of Punjab. All required educational qualifications must be completed on or before the last date of application (05-06-2026). Fee once paid is non-refundable; application without successful fee payment will be summarily rejected. Photograph (passport size / live camera capture) and scanned signature must be uploaded — applications without these will be treated as incomplete. Required certificates must be uploaded in PDF format as per portal specifications at time of online application. Once application form is submitted, no correction/modification will be permitted under any circumstances. Candidates are advised to apply themselves and not take help of any cyber cafe attendant or third party — any error in the form is the candidate's own responsibility. No TA/DA will be paid for attending written examination or counselling. All information regarding exam date, admit card, exam centre, result, merit list, and other updates will be published ONLY on the official website https://sssb.punjab.gov.in — no individual communication will be sent. Candidates must regularly check the Board's website until the recruitment process is complete. If a candidate is already debarred by SSSB Punjab or any other institution, they are not eligible to apply. Govt. employees must produce NOC from their department at the time of counselling.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q1. What is Punjab SSSB Line Superintendent Recruitment 2026?

Punjab SSSB Line Superintendent Recruitment 2026 is a Group‑C recruitment drive by the Subordinate Services Selection Board (SSSB), Punjab, for 6 Line Superintendent posts in the Electricity Department (Energy Branch) under Advertisement No. 11 of 2026.

Q2. How many vacancies are announced for PSSSB Line Superintendent 2026?

The notification declares a total of 6 vacancies for Line Superintendent, including backlog posts, distributed as 4 for General, 1 for SC (Mazhabi & Balmiki) and 1 for SC (Ramdasia & Others), with 2 of these posts reserved for women candidates.

Q3. What are the application dates for Punjab SSSB Line Superintendent Recruitment 2026?

As per the advertisement, the online application portal opens on 15 May 2026 and the last date for submission of online applications and fee payment is 05 June 2026; all eligibility conditions such as age are calculated as on 01 January 2026.

Q4. Who needs to apply again under Advt. No. 11/2026 and are they exempt from fees?

Candidates who had earlier applied for Line Superintendent under Advertisement No. 08/2023 (now withdrawn) must apply afresh against Advt. No. 11/2026, but they are exempt from paying the application fee and their age will be considered as on 01 January 2023.

Q5. What is the educational qualification required for PSSSB Line Superintendent 2026?

Applicants must possess a three‑year Diploma in Electrical Engineering from a recognized institution and should have passed Matriculation with Punjabi as a compulsory or elective subject or an equivalent Punjabi language qualification in accordance with Punjab Civil Services Rules and relevant government notifications.

Q6. What is the age limit for Punjab SSSB Line Superintendent posts?

For General category candidates, the age must be between 18 and 37 years as on 01 January 2026, while SC category candidates of Punjab can avail relaxation up to 42 years and certain other categories like government employees and specified women categories are eligible for further relaxations as per Punjab government rules.

Q7. What is the application fee for PSSSB Line Superintendent Recruitment 2026?

The application fee is Rs. 1,000 for General category candidates and Rs. 250 for SC candidates, payable online through the PSSSB application portal; candidates covered under withdrawn Advt. No. 08/2023 and re‑applying are exempted from paying any fee.

Q8. What is the selection process and exam pattern for Punjab SSSB Line Superintendent 2026?

The selection process consists of an objective type written examination divided into Part A (Punjabi language qualifying test) and Part B (technical/job‑related MCQs with 1 mark each and ¼ negative marking), followed by document verification; the final merit list is prepared on the basis of Part‑B marks only, subject to qualifying Part A with at least 50% marks.

About Subordinate Services Selection Board (SSSB), Punjab, SAS Nagar Recruitment

Subordinate Services Selection Board (SSSB), Punjab, SAS Nagar ne PSSSB Group C Recruitment 2026 - Apply Online for 06 Line Superintendent Posts ke liye official notification jari kiya hai. Kul 6 (including Backlog) posts ke liye applications mangi gayi hain. Last date 05-06-2026 hai.

Application Online mode mein ki ja sakti hai. Selection process ke liye official notification dekhein.