Punjab SSSB Recruitment 2026: Apply Online for 70 Clerk, Driver, Translator & Field Artist Posts
Punjab Subordinate Services Selection Board (SSSB) has advertised Advt No. 12 of 2026 for 70 posts including Driver, Clerk (Legal), Clerk (Accounts), Clerk (I.T.), Translator and Field Artist. Online applications opened 25/09/2026; last date to apply and pay fee is 19/10/2026 at sssb.punjab.gov.in.
Official Notification PDF: Download Punjab SSSB Advt 12 of 2026 Official Notification PDF
70 Posts – Driver, Clerk (Legal/Accounts/IT), Translator, Field Artist
Short Summary: Punjab SSSB Advt 12/2026: 70 posts (Clerk/Driver/Translator/Field Artist). Apply by 19/10/2026. Age 18–37. Fee ₹1000 Gen / ₹250 SC-BC-EWS / ₹200 Ex-SM. Selection via written exam + typing where applicable.
Important Dates – Punjab SSSB 2026 |
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| Advertisement Publication: | 18/09/2026 (Advt 12 of 2026) |
| Online Application Begin: | 25/09/2026 |
| Last Date to Apply & Pay Fee: | 19/10/2026 |
Application Fee |
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| General / Sports: | ₹1,000/- |
| SC / BC / EWS: | ₹250/- |
| Ex-Servicemen & Dependent: | ₹200/- |
| Persons with Disability: | ₹500/- |
| Payment Mode: | Online only |
| Pay the examination fee online via Debit Card, Credit Card, Net Banking, UPI, or as per options available on the official portal. | |
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Important Links |
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| Apply Online: | Apply Online – sssb.punjab.gov.in |
| Download Official Notification PDF: | Download Punjab SSSB Advt 12 of 2026 Official Notification PDF |
| Official Website: | Visit Punjab SSSB Official Website |
| Watch Updates on YouTube: | Sarkari Job Selection YouTube |
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Post-wise Vacancy (Total: 70)
| Post | Posts | Indicative Pay |
|---|---|---|
| Driver | 3 | Level 3 – ₹21,700–69,100 |
| Clerk (Legal) | 11 | Level 2 / Level 5 |
| Clerk (Accounts) | 34 | Level 3 / Level 5 |
| Clerk (I.T.) | 12 | Level 2 |
| Translator | 6 | Level 2 |
| Field Artist | 1 | Level 4 – ₹25,500 |
| Total | 70 | 7th CPC Levels 2–5 |
Eligibility (summary)
Qualifications vary by post — Matriculation for Driver (with licence as prescribed), Graduation / Law / Commerce / IT-Computer Science degrees for Clerk streams, and related qualifications for Translator / Field Artist, plus Punjabi language requirements as in Advt 12 of 2026. Confirm each post’s EQ from the official PDF.
Age Limit
18 to 37 years as on the qualifying date in the advertisement, with standard Punjab Government relaxations for reserved categories.
Punjab SSSB Level-2 Basic (illustrative) In-Hand Salary
₹38,800
₹34,020
₹32,030
| Compensation Component | X Cities (Tier 1) | Y Cities (Tier 2) | Z Cities (Tier 3) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Part 1: Monthly Earnings & Allowances (Gross Additions) | |||
| +Basic Pay | ₹19,900 | ₹19,900 | ₹19,900 |
| +Dearness Allowance (DA @ 55%) | ₹10,945 | ₹10,945 | ₹10,945 |
| +House Rent Allowance (HRA) | ₹5,970 (30%) | ₹3,980 (20%) | ₹1,990 (10%) |
| +Transport Allowance (TPT + DA) | ₹5,580 | ₹2,790 | ₹2,790 |
| Total Gross Monthly Salary | ₹42,395 | ₹37,615 | ₹35,625 |
| Part 2: Government Deductions (Monthly Recoveries) | |||
| -NPS Contribution (10% Basic + DA) | ₹3,085 | ₹3,085 | ₹3,085 |
| -CGHS (Medical Benefits) | ₹450 | ₹450 | ₹450 |
| -CGEGIS (Insurance Fund) | ₹60 | ₹60 | ₹60 |
| -Estimated Monthly Income Tax (TDS) | ₹0 | ₹0 | ₹0 |
| Total Monthly Deductions | ₹3,595 | ₹3,595 | ₹3,595 |
| Net In-Hand Salary (Take Home) | ₹38,800 | ₹34,020 | ₹32,030 |
• X Cities (30% HRA): Delhi, Mumbai, Kolkata, Chennai, Bengaluru, Hyderabad, Pune, Ahmedabad.
• Y Cities (20% HRA): All state capitals and cities with population > 500,000.
• Z Cities (10% HRA): Small towns, districts, and rural postings.
• Dearness Allowance: Active at 55% of Basic Pay.
• NPS: 10% mandatory employee deduction (matched with 14% Government contribution).
• TDS: Estimated under standard slab rates with standard deduction applied.
Selection Process
Typically Written Examination (MCQ), Typing / skill tests where applicable, followed by Document Verification / counselling. Exact scheme as per Advt 12 of 2026.
How to Apply Online
- Visit https://sssb.punjab.gov.in/ and open Advt 12 of 2026 application.
- Register, fill the form, upload documents and pay the category fee.
- Submit before 19/10/2026 and keep the confirmation printout.
Punjab SSSB 2026 – Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Punjab SSSB 2026 – Important Candidate Instructions (Prevent Rejection!)
Ensure strict compliance with the following directives:
- Post-wise EQ: Read Advt 12 of 2026 carefully for each Clerk/Driver stream.
- Punjabi: Punjabi language proficiency is mandatory as prescribed.
- Fee: Fee payment deadline is the same as application last date (19/10/2026).
- Updates: Watch sssb.punjab.gov.in for exam notices.
