PSSSB Craft Instructor Admit Card 2026 Out: Electrician (NTC / NAC) E-Admit Card — Latest Update
📢 Update (3 October 2026): PSSSB has opened the e-admit card for the Craft Instructor written exam (Advt. No. 03 of 2026). For now the page covers only Electrician (NTC / NAC), whose exam is on 6 October 2026. No separate admit card PDF has been published. Download PSSSB Craft Instructor Admit Card 2026 (Electrician NTC / NAC)
| Trade | Written Exam Date | Admit Card Status |
|---|---|---|
| Electrician (NTC / NAC) | 6 October 2026 | Out – download now |
| Refrigeration and Air Conditioner Technician | 10 October 2026 | Will be issued |
| Fitter | 10 October 2026 | Will be issued |
| Plumber | 12 October 2026 | Will be issued |
| Wood Work Technician | 13 October 2026 | Will be issued |
| All other trades | Yet to be announced | Will be issued |
| Admit Card Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Login | Application number (from the registration slip) + date of birth (DD/MM/YYYY) + captcha, or search by name |
| Carry to the exam centre | Printed admit card + one original photo ID |
| Other trades | Admit cards will be issued; release date not announced |
| Separate admit card PDF | None — download only from the link |
PSSSB Craft Instructor Exam Date 2026: Trade-wise Written Exam Schedule (Notice of 17 September 2026)
📢 Earlier update (public notice dated 17.09.2026): PSSSB has announced the written exam dates for five Craft Instructor trades under Advt. No. 03 of 2026. The first paper is Electrician (NTC / NAC) on 6 October 2026, and the last of the five is Wood Work Technician on 13 October 2026. Exam dates for all other trades are yet to be announced. Download PSSSB Craft Instructor Exam Date Notice 2026 (PDF)
| Trade (Stream) | Posts in Advt. 03/2026 | Written Exam Date |
|---|---|---|
| Electrician (NTC / NAC) | 76 | 6 October 2026 |
| Refrigeration and Air Conditioner Technician (Degree / Diploma and NTC / NAC) | 89 (36 + 53) | 10 October 2026 |
| Fitter (Degree / Diploma and NTC / NAC) | 68 (25 + 43) | 10 October 2026 |
| Plumber (Degree / Diploma and NTC / NAC) | 58 (20 + 38) | 12 October 2026 |
| Wood Work Technician (Degree / Diploma and NTC / NAC) | 47 (27 + 20) | 13 October 2026 |
| All other trades (21 Degree / Diploma + 22 NTC / NAC trade posts) | 343 in all | Yet to be announced |
Electrician appears only in the NTC / NAC stream, because the advertisement has no Electrician post for Degree / Diploma holders. If your trade is not in the first five rows, your date has simply not been notified yet. The exam-date notice does not give the shift or reporting time; check these on your admit card.
PSSSB Craft Instructor Recruitment 2026: 681 Teaching Posts in Punjab
Subordinate Services Selection Board, Punjab (PSSSB) advertised 681 Craft Instructor posts for Government ITIs under the Department of Technical Education and Industrial Training (Industrial Training Wing). These are Group B teaching posts for skilled trade candidates, with a starting pay of ₹35,400 per month (Level-6). For more openings in the state, see our Punjab government jobs page.
The original online window under this advertisement was 10 July to 30 July 2026. The Board has now moved to the written examination, which is held trade by trade. This page explains the admit card, exam dates, vacancies, eligibility, selection process and what candidates should do next. Keep following GovtJobsAlert.in for the admit cards of the remaining trades and result updates.
What are the Key Highlights of PSSSB Craft Instructor Recruitment 2026?
PSSSB selects staff for many Punjab Government departments. These posts suit ITI trade certificate holders and diploma or degree holders who want to train students in Punjab’s ITIs.
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Recruiting Board | PSSSB, S.A.S. Nagar |
| Advertisement No. | 03 of 2026 |
| Post Name | Craft Instructor (Group B) |
| Total Vacancies | 681 (52 trade posts) |
| Pay | ₹35,400 per month (Level-6) |
| Job Location | Government ITIs, Punjab |
| Online Application Window | 10 July to 30 July 2026 |
| Written Exam (5 trades) | 6 to 13 October 2026 |
| Written Exam (other trades) | Yet to be announced |
| Admit Card | Out for Electrician (NTC / NAC); other trades will be issued later |
How Many Vacancies are in PSSSB Craft Instructor Recruitment 2026?
The 681 posts are split into two streams, based on your qualification route.
| Qualification Stream | Vacancies | Trade Posts |
|---|---|---|
| Degree / Diploma (Annexure-A) | 250 | 25 |
| NTC / NAC (Annexure-B) | 431 | 27 |
| Total | 681 | 52 |
Out of these, 218 of the 681 vacancies are reserved for women (81 in Annexure-A and 137 in Annexure-B). Category-wise reservation for SC, BC, EWS, Ex-Servicemen, Sports and PwBD applies trade by trade as shown in the annexures of the official notification. Reservation benefits are only for residents of Punjab.
What is the Eligibility for PSSSB Craft Instructor 2026?
Educational Qualification
Every candidate needs 10th pass with Science and Mathematics. After that, the route depends on the stream.
| Stream | Requirement |
|---|---|
| Degree / Diploma (Annexure-A) | B.Voc / Degree in the relevant engineering discipline + 1 year relevant experience, OR 3-year Diploma (or relevant Advanced Diploma (Vocational) from DGT) + 2 years relevant experience |
| NCIC condition (Annexure-A) | Must acquire NCIC in the trade within 3 years of appointment, failing which service shall be dispensed with |
| NTC / NAC (Annexure-B) | NTC or NAC in the relevant trade + NCIC in the relevant trade + 3 years relevant experience |
| Punjabi | Matriculation with Punjabi as a compulsory or elective subject, or an equivalent Punjabi exam specified by the Government |
| Cut-off Date | Qualifications must be complete by the last date of application |
| After Joining | Practical training in industry + practical exam within 3 years (3 chances), failing which a direct recruit’s services may be dispensed with |
This is also a good match for diploma holders in mechanical, electrical and allied trades.
Age Limit
Age is counted as on 1 January 2026.
| Category | Age Limit |
|---|---|
| General | 18 to 37 years |
| SC / BC (Punjab) | Up to 42 years |
| Punjab / Central Government Employees | Up to 45 years |
| Widows, divorcees and certain married women | Up to 40 years |
| Ex-Servicemen (Punjab) | As per Punjab Recruitment of Ex-servicemen Rules, 1982 |
🎂 Not sure if you meet the age criteria? Use our free Age Calculator for Government Exams to find your exact age on the cut-off date and instantly check your eligibility — including any age relaxation you qualify for. →
Government employees must show an NOC from their department at counselling to claim age relaxation.
What is the Salary for PSSSB Craft Instructor 2026?
The Craft Instructor post carries ₹35,400 per month (Level-6) as per the 7th Central Pay Scale. Allowances are paid as per the Punjab Finance Department’s instructions issued from time to time. For a trade-certificate holder, this is a steady government teaching job with regular pay. Keep in mind that the job also asks you to keep learning: diploma and degree holders must earn the NCIC within three years, and every new Craft Instructor must clear the departmental practical exam.
What is the Selection Process for PSSSB Craft Instructor 2026?
Selection is based on the written exam, followed by document checking. Here is what the notification says:
| Stage | Detail |
|---|---|
| Written Exam | Objective type (MCQ) |
| Marking | 1 mark per question; ¼ mark deducted for every wrong answer |
| Merit List | Prepared on written exam marks |
| Tie-breaker | Older candidate first, then higher percentage in the required qualification, then higher Matriculation marks |
| Counselling | Merit-listed candidates are called for document verification |
| Recommendation | Names sent to the department as per posts available at that time |
Please note two things. First, applying, sitting the exam, appearing in the merit list or being called for counselling does not give you a right to be recommended. If you cannot prove your eligibility at counselling, your candidature will be cancelled. Second, roll numbers, syllabus and other exam information will be released only on the PSSSB website — the Board will not send any personal letter. For planning your preparation, also check our exam calendar.
How to Apply for PSSSB Craft Instructor 2026 and What to Do Now?
Applications under this advertisement were accepted online only on the PSSSB website from 10 July to 30 July 2026. Applications sent by any other mode are rejected. The steps were:
| Step | Action |
|---|---|
| 1 | Register on the PSSSB website (your email ID becomes your User ID) |
| 2 | Log in and fill in personal and educational details, photo and signature |
| 3 | Upload the 10th certificate and other required documents in PDF |
| 4 | Pay the fee online |
| 5 | Submit and print the application form |
Now that the exam dates and the first admit card are out, this is what you should do:
- Match your trade and stream with the exam date and admit card table on this page.
- Keep your application number (from the registration slip) and date of birth ready — the e-admit card login asks for them.
- Download and print your admit card, and carry it with one original photo ID to the exam centre.
- Check the PSSSB website regularly for the admit cards of other trades and any changes.
- Keep original certificates for qualification, experience and reservation ready for counselling.
The notification lists grounds on which candidature is cancelled: incomplete fee, wrong or incomplete information in the form, an incomplete online process, being debarred by PSSSB or any other body, not meeting qualification, age or reservation conditions, applying through any other mode, applying against a category code not advertised, or, for serving government employees, an application not received through the proper channel.
What are the Important Dates for PSSSB Craft Instructor Admit Card 2026 and Exam?
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Advertisement Published | 8 July 2026 |
| Online Application Starts | 10 July 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply and Pay Fee | 30 July 2026 |
| Exam Date Notice | 17 September 2026 |
| Electrician (NTC / NAC) Exam | 6 October 2026 |
| RAC Technician and Fitter Exam | 10 October 2026 |
| Plumber Exam | 12 October 2026 |
| Wood Work Technician Exam | 13 October 2026 |
| Exam for Other Trades | Yet to be announced |
| Admit Card – Electrician (NTC / NAC) | |
| Admit Card – Other Trades | Will be issued (date not announced) |
What was the Application Fee for PSSSB Craft Instructor 2026?
The fee was payable online only. Fee once paid is non-refundable, and no candidate got a fee waiver.
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| ESM, EWS, PwD and LDESM (Punjab only) | ₹500 |
| SC / BC (Punjab only) | ₹750 |
| All Other Categories | ₹1,500 |
Essential Links – PSSSB Craft Instructor Recruitment 2026
- Download Admit Card for PSSSB Craft Instructor Admit Card 2026 Out
- PSSSB Craft Instructor Exam Date Notice 2026 (PDF)
- Download Official Notification PDF (Advt. 03/2026)
- Visit PSSSB Craft Instructor Official Website
- PSSSB Candidate Login (Punjab eServices Portal)
- Official Notification Page for PSSSB Craft Instructor Admit Card 2026 Out
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- Join Telegram Channel for Government Jobs
- Join Punjab Government Jobs Telegram Channel
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The PSSSB Craft Instructor written exam begins on 6 October 2026 for Electrician (NTC / NAC), and its e-admit card is out now. Four more trades follow up to 13 October, and their admit cards will be issued later. If your trade is still waiting for a date, use this time to revise your trade theory and workshop basics. For more Punjab government job updates, keep visiting GovtJobsAlert.in daily.