PSSSB JE Recruitment 2026: Last Date 27 October
The Punjab Subordinate Services Selection Board (PSSSB) has reopened the online application window for Junior Engineer (Civil, Mechanical and Electrical) recruitment under Advertisement No. 07/2026. The latest public notice, dated 9 October 2026, says the application window will be open from 12 October to 27 October 2026. The written examination previously scheduled for 18 October 2026 has been postponed until further notice.
Important for existing applicants: Candidates who already submitted an application under Advertisement No. 07/2026 do not need to submit a fresh application. Applicants should check the official PSSSB portal for the public notice and any instructions related to their application status.
PSSSB JE Recruitment 2026: Overview
| Particular | Details |
|---|---|
| Recruiting authority | Punjab Subordinate Services Selection Board (PSSSB) |
| Advertisement number | 07/2026 |
| Post | Junior Engineer (Civil, Mechanical and Electrical) |
| Group | Group B |
| Vacancies in original recruitment information | 262 (check official advertisement and later notices for applicable distribution) |
| Reopened application window | 12–27 October 2026 |
| Last date for fee payment | 27 October 2026 |
| Written examination | Postponed; revised date awaited |
| Reported initial pay | ₹35,400 (Pay Level 6, subject to official terms) |
| Official website | sssb.punjab.gov.in |
Latest update: application window reopened
The reopening notice follows an interim order dated 8 October 2026 by the Punjab and Haryana High Court. The online application and fee-payment deadline is 27 October 2026. The examination that had been scheduled for 18 October has been postponed, and a revised date is to be announced separately. Do not rely on the old examination date when making travel or preparation plans.
The reopening notice does not restate every vacancy or eligibility condition from the original detailed advertisement. Candidates should read Advertisement No. 07/2026 and the latest public notice together, especially for discipline-wise vacancies, reservation, accepted qualifications, Punjabi-language requirements and category-specific conditions.
Discipline-wise vacancies
| Post | Discipline | Original reported vacancies |
|---|---|---|
| Junior Engineer | Civil | 228 |
| Junior Engineer | Mechanical | 2 |
| Junior Engineer | Electrical | 32 |
| Total | 262 |
This breakdown is from the original recruitment information; the latest reopening notice does not repeat the full vacancy table. Confirm the current category-wise and department-wise details from the official advertisement and corrigenda before applying.
Educational qualification
The recruitment information specifies a relevant three-year engineering diploma or an accepted higher qualification in the same discipline:
- JE Civil: Diploma in Civil Engineering or accepted higher qualification in the same discipline.
- JE Mechanical: Diploma in Mechanical Engineering or accepted higher qualification in the same discipline.
- JE Electrical: Diploma in Electrical Engineering or accepted higher qualification in the same discipline.
Qualifications must be from a recognised institution and must meet the exact conditions in Advertisement No. 07/2026. Do not assume that a degree in a different branch is equivalent. Applicants should also check the prescribed Punjabi-language condition, reported as Matriculation with Punjabi as a compulsory or elective subject, or an accepted equivalent examination under Punjab Government rules.
Age limit
The reported general-category age range is 18 to 37 years, calculated as on 1 January 2026. Age relaxations may apply under Punjab Government rules. The date of birth on the matriculation certificate and any category or service documents should be checked against the detailed advertisement. Candidates near the upper age limit should calculate eligibility using the official cut-off date rather than the current date.
Application fee
| Category (reported) | Fee |
|---|---|
| General and other applicable categories | ₹1,500 |
| SC/BC candidates of Punjab | ₹750 |
| Ex-Servicemen, EWS, PwD and LDESM candidates of Punjab | ₹500 |
These fee amounts are reported in recruitment summaries and must be confirmed against the official advertisement and payment portal. Any concession depends on meeting the specified category and documentation conditions. The reported last date for fee payment is 27 October 2026.
Salary
The reported initial pay for the Junior Engineer posts is ₹35,400 under Pay Level 6. Actual gross and take-home pay may vary with applicable allowances, deductions and service rules. Read the official advertisement for the notified pay conditions and any probation-related provisions.
Selection process
The recruitment process is expected to involve a written examination followed by merit preparation and document verification or counselling according to the recruitment rules. The written exam scheduled for 18 October 2026 has been postponed. No revised examination date is confirmed in the reopening notice. Candidates should wait for an official update rather than treating an unofficial expected date as final.
How to apply during the reopened window
- Open the official PSSSB website.
- Locate the Junior Engineer recruitment under Advertisement No. 07/2026 and read the original detailed advertisement plus the 9 October public notice.
- Check the correct discipline and confirm your engineering qualification, Punjabi-language condition, age and category eligibility.
- Log in or register on the official application portal as instructed.
- Complete the form using details that match your certificates and upload the prescribed photograph, signature and documents.
- Pay the applicable fee by the deadline displayed on the official portal, no later than 27 October 2026 according to the latest notice.
- Review the entire application before final submission and save the confirmation, application number and payment receipt.
Candidates who already applied under Advertisement No. 07/2026 are not required to apply again, according to the latest notice. They should retain their earlier application and monitor the portal for updates.
Documents to keep ready
- Matriculation certificate and marksheet as age and Punjabi-language proof, where applicable.
- Relevant Civil, Mechanical or Electrical engineering diploma/degree certificates and marksheets.
- Photograph and signature in the file format and size required by the portal.
- Category certificate and Punjab residence documents, if required for the claimed benefit.
- Documents supporting age relaxation, where applicable.
- Any other certificate specified in the detailed advertisement.
- Existing application number and fee receipt, if you applied in the earlier window.
Application checklist
| Check | What to confirm |
|---|---|
| Advertisement | 07/2026 and latest public notice read |
| Discipline | Civil, Mechanical or Electrical matches qualification |
| Punjabi condition | Required language qualification is documented |
| Age | Age calculated as on the official cut-off date |
| Fee | Correct category and payment status verified |
| Final submission | Confirmation and application number saved |
| Exam date | 18 October date treated as postponed; wait for official revised schedule |
Practical eligibility self-check
Before starting the form, write down the exact engineering branch shown on your diploma or degree certificate and compare it with the discipline selected in the application. For example, a Civil Engineering diploma should be matched to the JE Civil post; do not select Mechanical or Electrical based only on general engineering experience. Next, verify your date of birth against the 1 January 2026 age cut-off and confirm the Punjabi-language qualification from your matriculation record or accepted equivalent certificate.
| Item to verify | Evidence to keep ready |
|---|---|
| Engineering discipline | Diploma/degree certificate and marksheets |
| Age cut-off | Matriculation certificate showing date of birth |
| Punjabi requirement | Matriculation marksheet/certificate or accepted equivalent |
| Reservation or relaxation | Valid category/service certificates, if applicable |
| Earlier application | Registration number and payment receipt, if already applied |
After submission, save the final acknowledgement as a PDF or screenshot, record the application number, and keep the payment receipt. Check the official portal again for revised exam dates and any further corrigendum. Since the examination has been postponed, avoid relying on coaching-site calendars or older screenshots for the next date.
Applicant readiness worksheet
Use the following worksheet to confirm readiness before submitting the reopened form. It is a personal check, not a substitute for the prescribed application or official eligibility clauses.
| Eligibility point | My record | Pass/fail check |
|---|---|---|
| Chosen engineering branch | Write Civil, Mechanical or Electrical exactly as on the certificate | Matches selected JE post |
| Qualification completion | Record award date and institution | Meets the qualification date and recognition rules in Advertisement 07/2026 |
| Punjabi requirement | Record certificate and subject | Matches prescribed Matric/equivalent requirement |
| Age as on 1 January 2026 | Calculate from date of birth on matriculation record | Within limit or supported by applicable relaxation |
| Fee | Record category and portal fee shown | Payment status confirmed by portal |
| Earlier application | Record application number if already applied | Do not submit duplicate application if the notice says you need not reapply |
Example: A candidate with a Diploma in Electrical Engineering should select the Electrical discipline, verify that the qualification is accepted by Advertisement 07/2026, check the Punjabi condition and age cut-off, and then save the final application confirmation. A candidate who already applied earlier should retain the original application number and monitor official notices instead of creating a second application.
After the form is submitted, keep a small follow-up log with the application number, fee receipt, date checked on the official portal and any new notice or revised exam date. This reduces the risk of missing a schedule change after the examination postponement.
Common mistakes to avoid
- Submitting a second application when the official notice says earlier applicants need not reapply.
- Assuming that the examination will take place on 18 October despite the postponement.
- Selecting a discipline that does not match the engineering qualification.
- Overlooking the Punjabi-language requirement or category-specific documents.
- Using the original deadline rather than the reopened application window.
- Relying on third-party summaries instead of checking the original advertisement and latest corrigendum.
Official links
Official PSSSB website: https://sssb.punjab.gov.in/
Latest public notice dated 9 October 2026: Open official PDF
Check the official site for the detailed Advertisement No. 07/2026, the online application link and any further updates on the examination schedule.
Related Punjab recruitment
Other current CareerSphere coverage includes PSSSB Group C Recruitment 2026: 70 posts and Punjab Remote Sensing Centre Recruitment 2026. These are separate advertisements with their own eligibility rules and deadlines.
After applying: what to do next
- Save the application number and fee receipt in one folder.
- Check that the portal shows a completed/submitted status rather than an incomplete draft.
- Keep the registered mobile number and email active for recruitment messages.
- Check the official PSSSB site for the revised examination date and any further notice about Advertisement 07/2026.
- Do not rely on the previously scheduled 18 October exam date; it has been postponed.
A simple record can help: note the date you last checked the portal, the notice title/date, and any action required. If a new notice changes a date or instruction, follow the latest official communication and keep a copy for reference.
Frequently asked questions
What is the last date to apply for PSSSB JE Recruitment 2026?
The reopened application window closes on 27 October 2026, according to the latest public notice.
Has the JE examination been postponed?
Yes. The examination previously scheduled for 18 October 2026 has been postponed until further notice.
Do existing applicants need to apply again?
No. The reopening notice says candidates who already applied under Advertisement No. 07/2026 do not need to submit another application.
How many vacancies are there?
The original recruitment information lists 262 posts: 228 Civil, 2 Mechanical and 32 Electrical. Check the official advertisement and subsequent notices for the applicable vacancy distribution.
What is the reported initial pay?
The reported initial pay is ₹35,400 under Pay Level 6, subject to the official recruitment terms.
This article summarises the latest available recruitment information. The official PSSSB advertisement and subsequent notices control eligibility, vacancy distribution, fee, application and examination details.
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