Punjab Assembly Chowkidar & Safai Sevak Vacancy 2026: Eligibility, Pay Scale and Application Guide
Here is a rare government job where a 10th pass certificate is enough — and for one post no educational qualification is prescribed at all, though every applicant still needs a Punjab domicile certificate and must have cleared Punjabi at Matric level. The Punjab Vidhan Sabha Secretariat has released Advertisement No. 1 of 2026 for 7 Group D posts: 2 Chowkidar and 5 Safai Sevak, at Pay Level-1, ₹18,000 – ₹56,900, based in Chandigarh. Check every open Punjab government job alongside this one.
Applications are online only and close on 27 August 2026 — a short runway, so don’t delay. With far more applicants than the 7 seats, the Secretariat has kept the right to hold a Punjabi qualifying test, a written test or a skill test-cum-interview. Read this fully so your form isn’t rejected on a technicality, and stay with GovtJobsAlert.in for updates.
Key Highlights — Punjab Vidhan Sabha Group D Recruitment 2026
These are Secretariat posts on the regular Level-1 pay scale, which is what makes such a small intake worth chasing. A strong opening for candidates with 10th pass qualification.
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Post Names | Chowkidar, Safai Sevak |
| Total Vacancies | 7 |
| Pay Scale | ₹18,000 – ₹56,900 (Level-1, 7th CPC) |
| Job Location | Chandigarh |
| Age Limit | 18 to 37 years (as on 1 August 2026) |
| Last Date to Apply | 27 August 2026 |
| Domicile | Punjab Domicile Certificate — upload mandatory |
| Language | Punjabi cleared at Matric level — document upload mandatory |
How Many Vacancies are there in Punjab Vidhan Sabha Group D Recruitment 2026?
| Post Name | Vacancies | Pay Scale |
|---|---|---|
| Chowkidar | 2 | ₹18,000 – ₹56,900 (Level-1) |
| Safai Sevak | 5 | ₹18,000 – ₹56,900 (Level-1) |
| Total | 7 | — |
The notification states the number of posts may be increased or decreased at the Secretariat’s discretion, so watch for a corrigendum before the closing date.
What is the Eligibility for Punjab Vidhan Sabha Chowkidar and Safai Sevak Recruitment 2026?
Educational Qualification
| Post | Qualification Required |
|---|---|
| Chowkidar | 10th class pass from a recognised board (certificate must be uploaded) |
| Safai Sevak | Nil — no educational qualification prescribed, but the Punjabi-in-Matric declaration and document are still required |
That makes Safai Sevak one of the most accessible Secretariat openings of the year, and Chowkidar an excellent target for anyone who has just cleared matriculation.
Age Limit
| Age Criteria | Details |
|---|---|
| Minimum Age | 18 years |
| Maximum Age | 37 years |
| Age Reckoned As On | 1 August 2026 |
| Reserved Categories | Relaxation as per Punjab Government instructions |
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The advertisement does not print the exact relaxation for each category — it applies the standing Punjab Government instructions — so carry a valid caste certificate if you are claiming it.
What is the Salary for Punjab Vidhan Sabha Group D Posts 2026?
Both posts sit on the same entry-level Punjab Government scale under the 7th Central Pay Commission structure, which is what makes these Group D vacancies genuinely worth applying for.
| Pay Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Pay Scale | ₹18,000 – ₹56,900 |
| Pay Level | Level-1 (7th CPC) |
| Applicable to | Chowkidar and Safai Sevak |
The notification states the pay band as ₹18,000 – ₹56,900 under Level-1. Allowances such as DA and HRA follow Punjab Government rules and are not itemised separately.
One condition the advertisement does attach: selected candidates will be governed by the instructions issued under Punjab Government letter No. 7/204/2012-4 F.P.-1/66 dated 15.01.2015. The advertisement does not reproduce what those instructions say about starting emoluments, so read that letter before counting on the full ₹18,000 from day one.
What is the Selection Process for Punjab Vidhan Sabha Group D Recruitment 2026?
The Secretariat has kept the method flexible, because it does not yet know how many applications will arrive for just 7 seats.
| Stage | What Happens |
|---|---|
| Selection test | Any criteria the competent authority adopts in view of the number of applicants — Punjabi qualifying test, written test, Skilled Test-cum-Interview or other method; the list is not exhaustive |
| Admit card | Issued online on the Secretariat website; print and carry it |
| Declarations | A criminal-proceedings declaration and a government-service declaration are mandatory in the form; serving government employees must produce a departmental NOC at the time of the interview or test |
The notification prescribes no question count, marks, duration or negative marking. What it does say is that the detailed notice for this recruitment, and any later amendment or corrigendum, will be published on the Secretariat website — keep checking it. Separately from the optional language test, the online form carries a Punjabi Proficiency Verification block: you must declare you cleared Punjabi in Matric or equivalent and upload the certificate showing Punjabi as a subject. Treat that as a hard requirement for both posts. Practise with previous year question papers of similar Group D exams, and keep your 10th certificate, caste certificate, Punjab domicile certificate, date-of-birth proof and photo ID ready.
How to Apply Online for Punjab Vidhan Sabha Group D 2026?
Keep scanned copies of your educational certificate, caste certificate (if claiming the reduced fee), photograph and signature ready before you begin.
| Step | What to Do |
|---|---|
| 1 | Open the recruitment section of the official website (see Essential Links below) |
| 2 | Select Advertisement No. 1 of 2026 and your post |
| 3 | Register with a mobile number and an email ID not already used by another applicant, then verify the OTP |
| 4 | Fill personal, educational and category details exactly as on your certificates |
| 5 | Upload photo, signature, date-of-birth proof, Punjab domicile certificate, Punjabi-in-Matric document, qualification certificate and caste certificate for fee concession (each max 2 MB) |
| 6 | Pay the fee through the online payment gateway |
| 7 | Submit and print the completed application and fee receipt |
Applications that are incomplete, unsigned, without the fee, ineligible, or deficient in any respect are treated as rejected without any notice, and anything received after 27 August is not considered. Check the preview twice: a request to change or correct any particular is not entertained under any circumstances, and once you pay the fee you cannot edit the form at all. Sign it yourself — getting someone else to sign is treated as attempted impersonation and can mean rejection plus legal action, and a scanned signature that does not match your signature elsewhere can get the candidature rejected without further enquiry. The Secretariat also directs candidates to read its separate “General Information for the Candidates” document before filling the form.
What are the Important Dates for Punjab Vidhan Sabha Group D Recruitment 2026?
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Released | 13 August 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply Online | 27 August 2026 |
| Age Reckoned As On | 1 August 2026 |
| Admit Card Release | To be announced on official website |
| Exam / Skill Test Date | To be announced on official website |
What is the Application Fee for Punjab Vidhan Sabha Group D Recruitment 2026?
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| General Category | ₹200 |
| SC / ST / BC and other reserved categories who are residents of Punjab State | ₹100 |
The fee is non-refundable and must be paid through the online payment gateway on the official website. To claim the reduced fee, upload the relevant caste certificate with your application.
Essential Links — Punjab Vidhan Sabha Group D Recruitment 2026
- Download Official Notification PDF
- Apply Online for Punjab Vidhan Sabha Group D Recruitment 2026
- Visit Punjab Vidhan Sabha Official Website
- Join WhatsApp Channel for Government Jobs
- Join Telegram Channel for Government Jobs
- Join Telegram for Punjab Govt Jobs
Permanent Punjab Government posts asking for only a 10th certificate — or none at all — do not come around often. With 7 vacancies and a 27 August 2026 deadline, fill the form today and start preparing afterwards. Don’t let a missing certificate upload cost you the chance. Keep visiting GovtJobsAlert.in for more Punjab government job notifications.