SSSC Punjab Clerk Vacancy 2026: Eligibility, Exam Pattern, Fee and Last Date
Big news for graduates of Punjab! The Society for Centralized Recruitment of Staff in Subordinate Courts (SSSC), working under the High Court of Punjab and Haryana, has announced 1270 Clerk posts in the District Courts of Punjab through Employment Notice No. 37C/SSSC/PB/2026. The post carries a pay of ₹29,200 (Level-5), and you can be posted anywhere in the state. If you have been searching for steady government jobs in Punjab, this court clerk drive deserves your attention.
Online applications open on 7 October 2026 at 4:00 PM and close on 4 November 2026 at 4:00 PM. You need a BA or BSc degree, Matric with Punjabi and working computer skills. Below we cover vacancies, eligibility, exam pattern, fees and every condition that can cancel a form. Read it fully before you apply, and keep following GovtJobsAlert.in for the admit card and exam date.
Punjab District Court Clerk Recruitment 2026 – Key Highlights
SSSC runs recruitment for the subordinate courts on behalf of the District and Sessions Judges of Punjab. This notice is for one post only, Clerk, filled by direct recruitment under the Punjab Subordinate Courts Establishment Rules, 1997.
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Recruiting Body | SSSC, High Court of Punjab and Haryana |
| Advertisement No. | 37C/SSSC/PB/2026 dated 03/10/2026 |
| Post Name | Clerk (District Courts of Punjab) |
| Total Vacancies | 1270 (1243 current + 27 anticipated) |
| Pay | ₹29,200 (Level-5) |
| Qualification | BA / BSc + Matric with Punjabi + computer proficiency |
| Age Limit | 18 to 37 years as on 01.01.2026 |
| Application Mode | Online only |
| Last Date | 4 November 2026, 4:00 PM |
| Job Location | District Courts across Punjab |
How Many Clerk Vacancies Are There in Punjab District Courts 2026?
The notice splits the 1270 posts into posts as on 31.08.2026 and posts anticipated up to 28.02.2027. Each period has a general column and a separate Women column. The notice prints no district-wise breakup.
Posts as on 31.08.2026 (1243)
| Category | Posts | Women |
|---|---|---|
| Unreserved (UR)/General | 201 | 71 |
| EWS of Punjab | 96 | 45 |
| SC of Punjab (Balmikis/Mazhbi Sikhs) | 99 | 70 |
| SC of Punjab (Others) | 83 | 60 |
| BC/OBC of Punjab | 69 | 64 |
| Freedom Fighter of Punjab | 11 | 9 |
| Sportsman of Punjab (General) | 8 | 18 |
| Sportsman of Punjab (SC) | 22 | 0 |
| PwBD (a) Low Vision | 14 | 8 |
| PwBD (b) Hard of Hearing | 10 | 8 |
| PwBD (c) Locomotor incl. OA, BA, OL, BL, OAL, LC, Dw, AAV, SD/SI | 8 | 7 |
| PwBD (d) SLD, MI & (e) Multiple Disabilities | 10 | 5 |
| Ex-Servicemen of Punjab (General) | 55 | 85 |
| Ex-Servicemen of Punjab (SC – Balmikis/Mazhbi Sikhs) | 36 | 0 |
| Ex-Servicemen of Punjab (SC – Others) | 36 | 0 |
| Ex-Servicemen of Punjab (BC/OBC) | 35 | 0 |
| All categories (1243) | 793 | 450 |
Anticipated posts up to 28.02.2027 (27)
| Category | Posts | Women |
|---|---|---|
| Unreserved (UR)/General | 7 | 3 |
| EWS of Punjab | 1 | 1 |
| SC of Punjab (Balmikis/Mazhbi Sikhs) | 0 | 1 |
| SC of Punjab (Others) | 4 | 0 |
| BC/OBC of Punjab | 4 | 2 |
| Sportsman of Punjab (SC) | 1 | 0 |
| PwBD (b) Hard of Hearing | 0 | 2 |
| Ex-Servicemen of Punjab (SC – Others) | 1 | 0 |
| All categories (27) | 18 | 9 |
Look at your own row, not just the total. Some categories have no Women seat at all, and the anticipated list covers only eight categories. The High Court may also increase or decrease the vacancies without notice.
What Is the Eligibility for Punjab District Court Clerk 2026?
Educational Qualification
| Requirement | Detail |
|---|---|
| Degree | Bachelor of Arts or Bachelor of Science, or equivalent, from a recognized University |
| Matriculation | Passed with Punjabi as one of the subjects |
| Computer | Proficiency in operating computers (tested in the CPT) |
| Cut-off date | Qualification must be held on the closing date, 4 November 2026 |
This is a good fit if you are among the graduates looking for government jobs. Do not skip the Punjabi line. If Punjabi was not a subject in your Matric, you do not meet the qualification, however good your degree is.
Age Limit
Age is counted as on 01.01.2026. The minimum age is 18 years for every category.
| Category | Upper Age Limit |
|---|---|
| UR/General | 37 years |
| SC of Punjab | 37 + 5 years relaxation (42) |
| BC/OBC of Punjab | 37 + 5 years relaxation (42) |
| PwBD of Punjab | 37 + 10 years relaxation (47) |
| Ex-Servicemen of Punjab | Years of military service + 3 years |
| In-service employees (Punjab/Haryana Govt, other State Govt, Govt of India, High Court, other Subordinate Courts, UT Chandigarh) | 45 years |
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Remember one important rule. Age relaxation, fee concession and reservation are only for residents of Punjab. The only exception is the age rule for Government employees. Reserved-category candidates from other states must apply under UR/General.
What Is the Salary for Punjab District Court Clerk 2026?
| Component | Detail |
|---|---|
| Pay | ₹29,200 per month |
| Pay Level | Level-5 (Graduates) |
| Applies to | Fresh recruitment/appointment on or after 17.07.2020 |
| Basis | Punjab Govt letter dated 12.09.2024 on new pay scales |
The notice states only this figure. It does not list allowances, so we are not guessing an in-hand amount. What you do get is a Clerk post in Punjab’s District Courts.
What Is the Selection Process for Punjab District Court Clerk 2026?
| Stage | Detail |
|---|---|
| Online Written Exam (CBT) | 100 marks, 2 hours. Need 33% in each subject and 40% aggregate |
| Computer Proficiency Test (CPT) | Qualifying only. Part-I Spreadsheet Test (10 marks, 10 minutes, need 4 marks); Part-II English typing at 30 WPM |
| Checking of original testimonials/interaction | For candidates who clear both CBT and CPT |
| Select list | Strictly on CBT merit. On equal marks the older candidate ranks higher, then alphabetical (A-Z) |
Written Exam Pattern
| Subject | Questions | Marks |
|---|---|---|
| General Knowledge | 50 objective, 1 mark each | 50 |
| English Composition (Objective) | 20 objective, 1 mark each | 20 |
| English Composition (Subjective) | Essay 150 words (10), Letter (5), Precis (5), Punjabi to English Translation (10) | 30 |
| Total | 2 hours | 100 |
There is negative marking of 1/4 mark for each wrong answer in the multiple-choice questions. The subjective part is typed on the computer, and it is checked only if you score 33% or more in General Knowledge. Objective marks are normalized if the exam runs in shifts.
Typing speed is (words typed minus mistakes) divided by 10, and Part-II is checked only if you score 4 or more in Part-I. Candidates with disabilities can apply for CPT exemption with the required certificates within 15 days of the written result. The High Court can change the selection criteria. Study the syllabus and exam pattern guides early, and practise typing daily.
How to Apply Online for Punjab District Court Clerk 2026?
The apply link is not live yet. It opens on 7 October 2026 at 4:00 PM under the head “Clerk District Courts of Punjab” on the SSSC website.
- Visit the SSSC official website (link in Essential Links below) and read the notice, the 1997 Rules and the User Manual.
- Fill the Registration form with your own active mobile number and email ID.
- Fill the Application Form. Choose category and sub-category carefully, as they cannot be changed later.
- Capture your real-time photograph with the device’s webcam, then upload a recent passport-size photo (white background, not older than one month) and your signature.
- Upload the required documents before the closing date.
- Pay the fee online. Your form counts as submitted only after the fee is paid.
- Take a printout of the submitted form and keep five copies of the uploaded photograph.
Keep your Punjab category certificate valid on the closing date, and if you work for the Government, a No Objection Certificate. Missing either can cost you your claim later.
What Are the Important Dates for Punjab District Court Clerk 2026?
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notice Date | 3 October 2026 |
| Online Application Starts | 7 October 2026, 4:00 PM |
| Last Date to Apply and Pay Fee | 4 November 2026, 4:00 PM |
| Age Counted As On | 1 January 2026 |
| Mock Test Link | 15 days before the exam |
| Exam Date | To be notified on the SSSC website |
| E-Admit Card | On the SSSC website (not sent by post) |
Note that the form closes at 4:00 PM, not midnight, on 4 November. Try to finish a few days early, because recruitment portals slow down badly near the last day and a failed payment means your form is not submitted.
What Is the Application Fee for Punjab District Court Clerk 2026?
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| SC, BC/OBC, ESM and EWS of Punjab | ₹710 (₹550 facilitation + ₹160 exam fee) |
| PwBD of Punjab | ₹875 (₹550 facilitation + ₹325 exam fee) |
| All other categories | ₹1,200 (₹550 facilitation + ₹650 exam fee) |
Pay online through internet banking, debit card, credit card or UPI. The fee is non-refundable, and candidates choosing “Others” in gender pay as per their category. Re-check every detail before you pay, since the fee is not returned and your category cannot be changed afterwards.
What Can Get Your Punjab District Court Clerk 2026 Form Rejected?
These lines are easy to skip, but each one can end your candidature.
| Condition | What it means for you |
|---|---|
| Marriage rule | A person who married someone with a living spouse, or who has a living spouse and married again, is not eligible (the High Court may exempt if personal law permits) |
| Punjab residents only | Reserved-category candidates from other states get no reservation and must apply as UR/General |
| PwBD categories | Only the disability categories listed in the vacancy table can apply under PwBD; “likely to improve” temporary disabilities are not eligible for reservation |
| PwBD on unreserved posts | You may apply, but you compete on general merit with no relaxed standards |
| Ex-Servicemen seats | Wife or dependent child is considered only if suitable Ex-Servicemen are not available |
| Certificates | Category certificates must be from Punjab’s Competent Authority and valid on the closing date. BC candidates give a no-creamy-layer undertaking; EWS needs an Income & Assets certificate valid for 2026-27 |
| Government employees | Failure to produce the NOC when called means your candidature stands cancelled |
| Documents | Failure to produce testimonials supporting your form leads to rejection |
| Eligibility at any stage | If any condition is found unmet, even after selection, candidature is cancelled |
| Incomplete form | Rejected summarily; forms without proper photo and signature are rejected too |
| One form per category | If you submit more than one, only the latest is considered |
| Photo mismatch | If your real-time photo, uploaded photo and admit card photo do not match, you will not be allowed into the exam centre. If your facial appearance at the exam differs from these photographs, your candidature can be rejected at any stage |
| False information | Concealing facts or false details can lead to rejection and criminal prosecution |
| Canvassing or unfair means | Entails cancellation of candidature; misbehaving with exam staff can mean disqualification |
| Exam centre | No mobile phone, electronic device, watch, jewellery or baggage allowed |
| Late applications | Not accepted after the closing date under any circumstances |
| Shortlisting | Meeting eligibility does not entitle you to be called for the exam |
| Answer key objections | Each objection or cross-objection must give the correct answer with reasons and documentary proof, failing which it will not be considered. Late ones, or those sent outside the prescribed link, are not considered either (₹25 per objection) |
| Re-evaluation | Not allowed; only re-checking at ₹500 per answer sheet within 30 days of the final result |
| Posting | You must give an undertaking to work anywhere in Punjab |
| TA/DA | Not paid for the exam or document check |
| Letters to SSSC | Must carry Advt No. and post, Registration ID, Roll No. (if received), full name, registered email and address. Any communication not containing these particulars will not be attended to |
| Your own responsibility | The High Court is not responsible if you miss a stage by not checking the website or a spam folder, or for mistakes you make in the form. SSSC shall not be responsible for any kind of cheating or phishing by fake sites. SSSC shall not be responsible if any applicant fails to apply because the website is jammed near the last date |
| Appointment | Passing the exam gives no right to appointment |
Punjab District Court Clerk 2026 – Essential Links
- Download Official Notification PDF
- Visit Punjab District Court Clerk Official Website
- Official Notification Page for Punjab District Court Clerk Recruitment 2026 – 1270 Posts (Advt 37C/SSSC/PB/2026)
- Join WhatsApp Channel for Government Jobs
- Join Telegram Channel for Government Jobs
- Join Punjab Govt Jobs Telegram Channel
With 1270 posts, this is a real chance for Punjab graduates who know Punjabi and can work on a computer. Check your category row, keep your certificates ready, and apply soon after the window opens on 7 October instead of waiting for 4 November 2026. Start typing practice today, because the CPT needs 30 WPM typing. For more government job updates and the upcoming admit cards, keep visiting GovtJobsAlert.in.