PRSC Punjab Recruitment 2026: 6 Regular Posts at Ludhiana, Offline Form Only
Punjab Remote Sensing Centre, PAU Campus, Ludhiana has released Advertisement No. 4/2026 for 6 regular posts across five different jobs. What makes this one special is the range: a Matric pass can apply for Sweeper or Chowkidar cum Mali, a 10+2 science student can apply for Lab. Attendant, and a graduate or diploma holder has the Clerk and Lab. Executive posts. If you are looking at Punjab government jobs, very few notifications open this many doors at one time.
Read this next line twice, because it decides everything else. This is a 100% offline recruitment. There is no application portal and no online form. You download the prescribed form from the PRSC website, fill it by hand, attach your documents and fee proof, and post it. Your envelope must reach the Director, PRSC, Ludhiana by 5 October 2026 — not be posted by that date, but reach. GovtJobsAlert.in has set out every detail below.
What are the Key Highlights of PRSC Recruitment 2026?
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Organisation | Punjab Remote Sensing Centre (PRSC), Ludhiana |
| Advertisement Number | 4/2026 dated 31 August 2026 |
| Total Vacancies | 6 across 5 posts |
| Job Location | PAU Campus, Ludhiana, Punjab |
| Mode of Application | Offline only — by post or by hand |
| Last Date to Reach PRSC | 5 October 2026 |
What are the PRSC Vacancy Details 2026?
The reservation is written separately for every post, so look at your own row rather than the total of six.
| Post | Category (UR, SC, BC, ST) | Vacancies |
|---|---|---|
| Clerk | 1 UR + 1 SC (Women) | 2 |
| Lab. Attendant (Soil and Water Analysis) | UR | 1 |
| Lab. Executive (IT & Electronics Network) | SC, BC or ST — one shared reserved post | 1 |
| Chowkidar cum Mali | UR | 1 |
| Sweeper | SC (Women) | 1 |
Two things here catch people out. The single Lab. Executive post is printed as one reserved post shared across the SC, BC and ST categories — it is not split into three separate seats, so all three categories compete for the same one post. And two of the six seats are reserved for women: the second Clerk seat (SC women) and the Sweeper seat (SC women). If you are a male general candidate, only three of the six seats are realistically yours.
What is the Eligibility Criteria for PRSC Recruitment 2026?
| Post | Essential Requirement |
|---|---|
| Clerk | Graduate with second division or above, plus a 120-hour computer course or an “O” Level DOEACC certificate, plus a Punjabi and English typing test at 30 words per minute |
| Lab. Attendant (Soil and Water Analysis) | 10+2 (12th) with science subjects — Physics and Chemistry, plus one of Biology, Environmental Science, Biotechnology, Biochemistry, Bio-Chem Laboratory or a related subject |
| Lab. Executive (IT & Electronics Network) | First Class Diploma, BCA or B.Sc. in Information Technology, Electronics & Communication, Computer Science, or Computer Science & Engineering |
| Chowkidar cum Mali | Matric with Punjabi, plus at least two years of experience in a Government department, autonomous body or reputed organization including higher educational institutions |
| Sweeper | Matriculation with Punjabi Language as one of the subjects |
Punjabi up to the Matric level is essential for every single post here. There is no way around it — it is written into the qualification of all five jobs. For Lab. Executive alone there is a small relief: you may either have already passed Punjabi up to Matric or its equivalent level, or pass it within one year as per rule. Every other post needs it on the day you apply.
For Chowkidar cum Mali, watch and ward training from a recognized organization is desirable, not essential — so do not rule yourself out if you lack it, and do not assume it replaces the two years of experience. For Clerk, the typing speed may also be “at such speed as may be specified by the Punjab Government from time to time”, so check for any revision before your test. Candidates from a 10th pass or graduate background both have a route here.
What is the Age Limit for PRSC Punjab Recruitment 2026?
| Category | Maximum Age |
|---|---|
| All candidates | 37 years as on 1 August 2026 |
| Scheduled Castes and Backward Classes of Punjab | 42 years |
| Widows, divorcees and certain other categories of women | 42 years |
| Punjab Govt. and its Board, Corporation, Commission or Authority employees | 45 years |
| Persons with Disability of Punjab | 47 years |
| Ex-servicemen of Punjab domicile | Deduct your Armed Forces service from your actual age; up to three years above the limit is then allowed |
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Age is counted as on 1 August 2026, not on the date you post the form, so work it out on that exact date. Relaxation is given only to candidates who submit the required certificate issued by the competent authority and acceptable under Punjab Government norms. A claim written on the form with no certificate attached is simply not counted, and you will be assessed against the plain 37-year limit.
What is the Salary and Pay Scale for PRSC Recruitment 2026?
| Pay Level | Posts |
|---|---|
| Level 2 — Rs 19,900 | Clerk, Lab. Attendant, Lab. Executive |
| Level 1 — Rs 18,000 | Chowkidar cum Mali, Sweeper |
Now the part most candidates miss. Probation runs for 3 years, and during those three years you are paid fixed emoluments equal to the Minimum Pay with no allowances at all. No DA, no HRA, nothing on top. Budget for the basic figure alone for three full years before you accept, because that is a long stretch on a starting salary. Also note that no TA/DA is paid for attending the test or interview — that travel cost is yours.
What are the Application Fees for PRSC Recruitment 2026?
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| General | Rs 1,000 |
| SC / BC | Rs 250 |
The fee is non-refundable and the same fee applies to all five posts. The advertisement notifies only these two rates and mentions no other concession. You can pay by online transfer to the PRSC account at State Bank of India, PAU Ludhiana (the account number and IFSC code are printed in the notification PDF), or by Demand Draft in favour of “Director, Punjab Remote Sensing Centre”, payable at Ludhiana. If you pay online, write the receipt, UTR or acknowledgment number in the application form and attach the proof of payment.
What is the Selection Process for PRSC Recruitment 2026?
| Stage | Detail |
|---|---|
| Screening of bio-data | Shortlisting from the details you fill in the form |
| Punjabi language qualifying test | Minimum 50% marks — required for every post |
| Written test | Required for every post |
| Typing test | Clerk only — Punjabi and English at 30 words per minute |
| Skill test | Lab. Attendant, Lab. Executive and Sweeper |
| Physical test | Chowkidar cum Mali only |
The physical test for Chowkidar cum Mali has fixed standards.
| Event | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| Race | 1600 m in 8.30 minutes (one chance) | 800 m in 6.30 minutes (one chance) |
| Long Jump | 3.5 m (three chances) | 2.80 m (three chances) |
| High Jump | 1.0 m (three chances) | 0.80 m (three chances) |
You must qualify all the events, and the race gives you only one attempt. PRSC may also conduct random testing to rule out performance-enhancing drugs, and you will have to provide biological samples if asked. The advertisement gives no marks, no number of questions and no duration for the written test, so prepare broadly rather than guessing a pattern — our syllabus section is a useful starting point. Call letters go only to shortlisted candidates, and PRSC keeps the right to amend these positions.
What are the Important Dates for PRSC Recruitment 2026?
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Advertisement issued | 31 August 2026 |
| Age reckoned as on | 1 August 2026 |
| Last date for the form to reach PRSC | 5 October 2026 |
| Written test and interview dates | Not announced — call letters go to shortlisted candidates |
There is no separate start date. Only one date matters, and it is an arrival date, not a posting date.
What Conditions Can Get Your PRSC Application Rejected?
| Condition | What it means for you |
|---|---|
| Arrival deadline | The completed application must reach the Director, PRSC by post or by hand latest by 5 October 2026, otherwise the application will be rejected |
| Postal delay | Any kind of postal delay is not the responsibility of the office — a late envelope is your loss |
| Qualification cut-off | You must fulfil the required qualification and experience by 5 October 2026, otherwise the application will be rejected |
| Wrong information | If anything you furnish is found wrong or false, your candidature will be cancelled at any time it comes to notice |
| Concealed facts | Wilfully concealing or misrepresenting facts can end your employment and invite legal action |
| Already employed | Apply through proper channel or produce a No Objection Certificate from your present employer; an advance copy with testimonials may be sent |
| Physical test | Fail any one event and you are considered disqualified |
| Dope test | Refusing to provide biological samples when asked makes you ineligible for selection |
| Posts may not be filled | The Centre may fill, not fill, increase or amend these positions, and the Director’s decision is final and binding |
How to Apply Offline for PRSC Recruitment 2026?
| Step | Action |
|---|---|
| 1 | Download the prescribed application form — it is printed at the end of the notification PDF, and is also on the PRSC website (both links in Essential Links below) |
| 2 | Fill it completely — post applied for, Advertisement No. 4/2026, fee details, personal details, qualifications, experience and two references |
| 3 | Pay Rs 1,000, or Rs 250 if you are SC or BC, by online transfer or Demand Draft |
| 4 | Write the receipt, UTR or acknowledgment number on the form and attach the payment proof |
| 5 | Attach a recent passport size photograph and self-attested copies of all certificates and testimonials |
| 6 | Send it by registered or speed post, or hand it in, so it reaches the Director, PRSC, PAU Campus, Ludhiana – 141004 by 5 October 2026 |
Attach self-attested copies of every certificate, and do not leave out the proof of your Punjabi qualification. If you are already employed, apply through proper channel or attach a No Objection Certificate — an advance copy with testimonials is allowed meanwhile. Post at least a week early. Speed post between Punjab districts is usually quick, but the office counts the day your envelope arrives, not the day you handed it over, and there is no way to fix a late arrival afterwards.
Essential Links — PRSC Recruitment 2026
| Resource | Link |
|---|---|
| Official Notification (includes application form) | Download Official Notification PDF |
| Download Application Form / Official Website | Punjab Remote Sensing Centre |
| WhatsApp Channel | Join WhatsApp Channel for Government Jobs |
| Telegram Channel | Join Telegram Channel for Government Jobs |
| Punjab Telegram Channel | Join Punjab Govt Jobs Channel |
Six posts is a small number, but the spread of qualifications means the real competition for your own post is far smaller than the crowd you imagine. If you are a Matric pass in Punjab, Chowkidar cum Mali and Sweeper are genuinely within reach, and a graduate with a computer certificate has a fair shot at Clerk. Start today: download the form, arrange your Punjabi certificate, get the demand draft made, and post the envelope by the last week of September so it lands well before 5 October 2026. Keep checking GovtJobsAlert.in and our Punjab jobs page for the written test date and any amendment PRSC issues.