SSSB Punjab Craft Instructor Recruitment 2026: 681 Vacancies, Apply Online

The 681 posts are classified trade-wise and category-wise into two annexures: Annexure-A for Degree/Diploma qualified candidates and Annexure-B for NTC/NAC (National Trade Certificate/National Apprenticeship Certificate) qualified candidates. Attendant Operator (Chemical Plant), Draughtsman Civil, Electronics Mechanic, Electroplater, Fitter, Industrial Painter, Instrument Mechanic, Machinist, Machinist Grinder, Mechanic Agricultural Machinery, Mechanic Auto Electrical and Electronics, Mechanic Diesel Engine, Mechanic Motor Vehicle, Mechanic Tractor, Painter (General), Plastic Processing Operator, Plumber, Refrigeration and Air Conditioner Technician, Spinning Technician, Surveyor, Tool & Die Maker (Press Tools, Jigs & Fixtures), Turner, Welder, Wood Work Technician, and Workshop Calculation & Science. Attendant Operator (Chemical Plant), Computer Hardware and Network Maintenance, Draught

Note: Category code 118 and 120 do not appear in the official notification's list; this is as published in the source document.

All 52 trades require, at minimum, 10th pass with Science and Mathematics under the 10+2 system from a recognized School or Board. Beyond this common academic requirement, the technical qualification follows one of two pathways depending on which annexure the trade falls under: A relevant Bachelor's Degree/B.Voc in the corresponding engineering discipline from an AICTE/UGC-recognized institution, plus one year of relevant industry or teaching experience; OR A 3-year Diploma in the corresponding discipline from an AICTE-recognized institution or relevant Advanced Diploma (Vocational) from the Director General of Training, plus two years of relevant industry or teaching experience. The exact engineering/technology discipline required (e.g., Mechanical, Civil, Electronics, Instrumentation, Chemical, Textile, Agriculture Engineering, etc.) varies by trade - see the full notification for trad

Age is reckoned as on 01-01-2026 . Note: State/Central Government employees seeking upper age relaxation must submit a No Objection Certificate (NOC) from their department along with their application.

Selected Craft Instructors (across all trades listed in Annexure-A and Annexure-B) will be placed on Rs. 35,400/- (Level-6) as per the 7th Central Pay Commission scale, subject to applicable allowances as notified by the Finance Department, Government of Punjab.

Note: Fees once paid are non-refundable under any circumstances. No fee waiver or concession will be granted to any candidate.

Reservation benefits are available only to candidates domiciled in Punjab State. A Domicile/Residence Certificate is mandatory for every candidate (regardless of category) and must not be older than 5 years at the time of upload/submission. SC/BC/Ex-Serviceman/EWS certificates must conform to prevailing Government of Punjab instructions. Reservation for women is governed by the Punjab Civil Services (Reservation of Posts for Women) Rules, 2020, and subsequent amendments. Ex-Serviceman category posts will first be filled by Ex-Serviceman (Self) candidates; only if unavailable will they be filled by Ex-Serviceman (Dependent) candidates, per Government of Punjab notification dated 08-05-2020.

Candidates who successfully apply will be called for an Objective Type (Multiple Choice Question) written examination . The merit list is prepared based on marks obtained in the written exam. Each correct answer carries 1 mark; each wrong answer attracts a negative marking of ¼ mark. In case of a tie in merit, preference is given first to the candidate with the older date of birth. If still tied, preference goes to the candidate with a higher percentage in the required educational qualification. If still tied, preference goes to the candidate with higher marks in Matriculation. Based on the merit list, candidates are called for counseling and document/certificate verification. The number of candidates called is decided by the Board based on category-wise vacancy count. Being shortlisted for the exam, appearing for it, or being called for counseling does not itself confer any right to sel

Passport-sized photograph (uploaded or captured live via camera) Scanned signature 10th class certificate Certificates related to the required educational/technical qualification Domicile/Residence Certificate of Punjab (not older than 5 years) SC/BC/EWS/Ex-Serviceman/PwD certificate, where applicable, as per prevailing Punjab Government format Other mandatory documents as specified on the application portal Note: Applications submitted without photograph and signature will be treated as incomplete and rejected.