PSSSB Recruitment 2026 Notification Out: Head Draftsman, Law Officer, Legal Assistant & Accountant Eligibility, Pay and How to Apply
The Subordinate Services Selection Board, Punjab (PSSSB) has released Advertisement No. 13 of 2026 for 10 Group B posts in three Punjab government departments. The posts are Head Draftsman, Law Officer, Legal Assistant and Accountant. Every post starts at an initial pay of ₹35,400. If you are a civil diploma holder, a law graduate or a commerce graduate looking for government jobs in Punjab, this small but useful advertisement deserves a careful read.
The online application window runs from 1 October 2026 to 22 October 2026, and the fee must also be paid by 22 October. The seats are few, so every detail matters: the category code you pick, the Punjabi requirement and your domicile certificate. In this article we explain the post-wise vacancies, qualifications, age limit, pay, selection process and the conditions that can cancel your form. Read it fully before you apply, and keep following GovtJobsAlert.in for updates on this recruitment.
What are the Key Highlights of PSSSB Recruitment 2026 Advt 13/2026?
PSSSB is the Punjab board that recruits Group B, C and D staff for state government departments, based on requisitions sent by those departments. This advertisement fills posts in the Local Government, Higher Education and Excise and Taxation departments, including one post in the Punjab Water Supply and Sewerage Board.
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Organisation | Subordinate Services Selection Board, Punjab (PSSSB) |
| Advertisement | No. 13 of 2026 (Group B) |
| Posts | Head Draftsman, Law Officer, Legal Assistant, Accountant |
| Total Vacancies | 10 |
| Initial Pay | ₹35,400 (7th CPC) |
| Application Mode | Online only |
| Apply Online | 1 October 2026 to 22 October 2026 |
| Job Location | Punjab |
How Many Vacancies are in PSSSB Recruitment 2026? Department-wise Seats
The reservation split is different for every post, so read the row for your own post. Figures in brackets are seats reserved for women, counted inside the total.
| Post (Department) | Category-wise Vacancies | Total |
|---|---|---|
| Head Draftsman (Local Government Dept, Field Office) | General 1, SC (M&B) 0, SC (R&O) 1 | 2 |
| Law Officer (Directorate of Higher Education) | General 1, SC (M&B) 0, SC (R&O) 0 | 1 |
| Legal Assistant (Directorate of Higher Education) | General 1, SC (M&B) 0, SC (R&O) 0 | 1 |
| Accountant (Excise and Taxation Dept, Field Office) | General 3 (1 women), SC (M&B) 1 (1 women), SC (R&O) 1 | 5 |
| Legal Assistant (Local Government Dept – Punjab Water Supply and Sewerage Board) | General 1, SC (M&B) 0, SC (R&O) 0 | 1 |
| Total | General 7 (1 women), SC (M&B) 1 (1 women), SC (R&O) 2 | 10 |
Only the Accountant post has an SC (M&B) seat, and only Head Draftsman and Accountant have an SC (R&O) seat. The Law Officer and both Legal Assistant posts carry a single General seat each. The Board’s own disqualification list includes applying under a category or code that has no post in this advertisement, so match your category code to this table before you submit. The category codes are General 101, SC (M&B) 103 and SC (Ramdasia & others) 104. The category and code cannot be changed at any stage after submission.
Legal Assistant appears twice because two departments asked for it. The Board will take Legal Assistant applicants’ department preference later. Note the qualification is not the same in both departments, as the next table shows.
The Board has also said that the number of posts may be increased, reduced or withdrawn at any stage if a department changes its requisition.
What is the Eligibility for PSSSB Head Draftsman, Law Officer, Legal Assistant & Accountant 2026?
Educational Qualification
| Post | Requirement |
|---|---|
| Head Draftsman | Diploma in Civil Engineering or Certificate in Civil Draftsman or its equivalent from the State Board of Technical Education Punjab or any other recognized institution, OR a higher qualification in the relevant field from a recognized institution |
| Law Officer | Professional Degree in Law from a recognized university or institution, with at least three years’ experience as an Advocate at the Bar |
| Legal Assistant (Higher Education) | Professional Degree in Law from a recognized university or institution, with minimum two years’ experience at the Bar |
| Legal Assistant (Water Supply and Sewerage Board) | Degree in Law |
| Accountant | B.Com from a recognized university or its equivalent, and qualified in the competitive test held by the competent authority; and a 120-hour course with hands-on experience in office productivity or desktop publishing applications from a Government recognized ISO 9001 certified institution, OR a computer information technology certificate equivalent to DOEACC ‘C’ Level |
| All posts | Matriculation with Punjabi as a compulsory or elective subject, or an equivalent Punjabi examination (Rule 17, Punjab Civil Services Rules, 1994) |
The Punjabi condition is not a formality. Rule 17 says no person shall be appointed by direct recruitment without it, so candidates from outside Punjab should check this first. All qualifications must be complete by the last date of application, 22 October 2026, which is the cut-off date. The Law Officer and the Higher Education Legal Assistant posts also need years at the Bar, so keep proof of your practice ready. At counselling you must show original certificates for every qualification, along with attested copies. Law graduates can see more law and judicial government jobs, and B.Com holders can browse commerce and finance jobs.
Age Limit
Age is counted as on 1 January 2026.
| Category | Age Limit |
|---|---|
| Minimum (all categories) | 18 years |
| General | Up to 37 years |
| Scheduled Castes of Punjab | Up to 42 years |
| Punjab State and Central Government employees | Up to 45 years |
| Widows, divorcees and certain other categories of married women | Up to 40 years |
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Government employees who claim the higher limit must bring a No Objection Certificate (NOC) from their own department at counselling. The notification lists only the relaxations above, so do not assume any other category gets extra years here.
What is the Salary for PSSSB Head Draftsman, Law Officer, Legal Assistant & Accountant 2026?
| Post | Pay (7th Central Pay Commission) |
|---|---|
| Head Draftsman | ₹35,400 |
| Law Officer | ₹35,400 (Level-6) |
| Legal Assistant (Higher Education) | ₹35,400 (Level-6) |
| Accountant | ₹35,400 (Level-6) |
| Legal Assistant (Water Supply and Sewerage Board) | ₹35,400 – ₹1,12,400 (Level-6) |
Allowances will follow the Punjab Finance Department letters dated 15 January 2015 and 4 October 2016 and later instructions. The notification does not print a separate allowance figure, so we have not guessed an in-hand amount.
What is the Selection Process for PSSSB Recruitment 2026?
| Stage | Detail |
|---|---|
| Written Exam | Objective type (MCQ); 1 mark per question; ¼ mark deducted for each wrong answer |
| Merit List | Prepared on written exam marks |
| Counselling | Document verification of candidates called from the merit list |
| Recommendation | Names of fully eligible candidates sent to the department |
If two candidates tie, the older candidate ranks higher; then higher percentage in the required qualification; then higher Matric marks. Sportsperson category merit follows the Sports Department notification of 9 March 2026. Roll numbers and the syllabus will be released on the Board website, so start with the syllabus and exam pattern guidance meanwhile.
Being called for counselling or appearing in the merit list does not give you a right to be recommended. If you cannot prove your eligibility, your candidature will be cancelled and the Board’s decision is final.
Which Mistakes Can Cancel Your PSSSB Recruitment 2026 Application?
| Condition | What it means for you |
|---|---|
| Fee | Full fee not received, or not paid by the prescribed method, means disqualification |
| Wrong details | Incomplete or incorrect information in the form leads to disqualification |
| Unfinished form | The whole online process must be completed |
| Debarred | A candidate debarred by PSSSB or any other institution is disqualified |
| Eligibility | Not meeting qualification, age, reservation or other conditions |
| Other modes | Any application not made online on the Board website is rejected |
| Category code | Applying under a category or code with no post in this advertisement |
| Govt employees | An application not received through proper channel |
| Documents at counselling | Any missing document means you will not be considered, and the next candidate on the merit list is recommended |
| Domicile | Reservation benefit is only for Punjab residents; every candidate must upload a domicile certificate not older than 5 years |
| SC certificate | Must follow Punjab Government instructions |
| Photo and signature | A form without them is treated as incomplete and rejected |
| Payment failure | If the online transaction fails, the application is not treated as submitted |
| After submission | No change of any kind is allowed |
No TA/DA is paid for the written exam or counselling. The Board will not send personal letters; exam dates, admit cards and results appear only on its website.
How to Apply Online for PSSSB Head Draftsman, Law Officer, Legal Assistant & Accountant 2026?
| Step | Action |
|---|---|
| 1 | Open the official PSSSB website (link in Essential Links) and click “Apply Online” |
| 2 | Click “Registration” and fill your details; your email ID becomes your User ID and a password is generated. Login if already registered |
| 3 | Fill personal and educational details, upload a passport-size photo (or live capture) and your scanned signature, then “Save Draft” or “Next” |
| 4 | Click “Attach Annexure” and upload your 10th certificate, qualification certificates and other required documents in PDF, then “Save Documents” |
| 5 | Click “Make payment” and pay the fee online |
| 6 | Click “Submit”, then print the application form and keep it safe |
A saved draft can be reopened from “Menu > View Status of Application > View Incomplete Application”. The Board advises you to fill the form yourself rather than through a cyber cafe. Keep your domicile certificate, category certificate and qualification documents ready, because those are what forfeit a claim at counselling.
What are the Important Dates for PSSSB Advt 13/2026?
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Online application starts | 1 October 2026 |
| Last date to apply and pay fee | 22 October 2026 |
| Age reckoned on | 1 January 2026 |
| Qualification cut-off | 22 October 2026 |
| Written exam | To be announced on the Board website |
What is the Application Fee for PSSSB Recruitment 2026?
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| Scheduled Castes of Punjab State only | ₹750 |
| All other categories | ₹1,500 |
The fee is paid online only. No candidate gets a fee waiver, and a fee once paid is not refundable in any situation.
PSSSB Head Draftsman, Law Officer, Legal Assistant & Accountant Essential Links
- Download Official Notification PDF – PSSSB Advt No. 13 of 2026
- Apply Online for PSSSB Recruitment 2026 Advt 13/2026 – 10 Posts: Head Draftsman, Law Officer, Legal Assistant & Accountant
- Visit PSSSB Official Website
- Join WhatsApp Channel for Government Jobs
- Join Telegram Channel for Government Jobs
- Join Telegram for Punjab Govt Jobs
With only ten seats, a clean and correct form is half the battle. Check your post’s row, your category code, your Punjabi Matric and your domicile certificate, then apply well before 22 October 2026 so a failed payment does not cost you the chance. For more Punjab government job notifications, keep visiting GovtJobsAlert.in.