| Name Of Post : |
PUNJAB DISTRICT COURT CLERK RECRUITMENT 2026
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| Post Date / Update : | Dated: 03/10/2026 |
| Short Information | Society for Centralized Recruitment of Staff in Subordinate Courts (S.S.S.C.), on behalf of the District and Sessions Judges in the State of Punjab, invites online applications only at www.sssc.gov.in for 1270 posts of Clerk in the District Courts of Punjab by direct recruitment. |
HIGH COURT OF PUNJAB AND HARYANA AT CHANDIGARH
PUNJAB DISTRICT COURT CLERK RECRUITMENT 2026
Detailed Employment Notice No.: 37C/SSSC/PB/2026 : Short Details of Notification
www.sssc.gov.in
IMPORTANT DATES
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APPLICATION FEE (ONLINE, NON-REFUNDABLE) |
PUNJAB DISTRICT COURT CLERK RECRUITMENT 2026 : Short Details
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Total Vacancies | 1270 |
| TOTAL VACANCIES | 1270 |
| APPLICATION MODE | ONLINE |
| START DATE | 07/10/2026 |
| LAST DATE | 04/11/2026 |
| PAY LEVEL | Level-5 |
PUNJAB DISTRICT COURT CLERK RECRUITMENT 2026 : CATEGORY-WISE VACANCY DETAILS
| Category | Posts | Women | Posts | Women |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Un-reserved (UR)/General | 201 | 71 | 7 | 3 |
| Economically Weaker Sections (EWS) of Punjab | 96 | 45 | 1 | 1 |
| SC of Punjab (Balmikis/Mazhbi Sikhs) | 99 | 70 | 0 | 1 |
| SC of Punjab (Others) | 83 | 60 | 4 | 0 |
| BC/OBC of Punjab | 69 | 64 | 4 | 2 |
| Freedom Fighter of Punjab | 11 | 9 | – | – |
| Sportsman of Punjab – General | 8 | 18 | – | – |
| Sportsman of Punjab – SC | 22 | – | 1 | – |
| PwBD of Punjab – (a) L.V. | 14 | 8 | – | – |
| PwBD of Punjab – (b) H.H. | 10 | 8 | – | 2 |
| PwBD of Punjab – (c) Locomotor (OA, BA, OL, BL, OAL, LC, Dw, AAV & SD/SI with or without associated neurological/limb dysfunction) | 8 | 7 | – | – |
| PwBD of Punjab – (d) SLD, MI & (e) MD involving (a) to (d) | 10 | 5 | – | – |
| Ex-Servicemen of Punjab – General | 55 | 85 | – | – |
| Ex-Servicemen of Punjab – SC (Balmikis/Mazhbi Sikhs) | 36 | – | – | – |
| Ex-Servicemen of Punjab – SC (Others) | 36 | – | 1 | – |
| Ex-Servicemen of Punjab – BC/OBC | 35 | – | – | – |
| TOTAL (Grand Total: 1270) | 793 | 450 | 18 | 9 |
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PUNJAB DISTRICT COURT CLERK RECRUITMENT 2026 : AGE LIMIT (AS ON 01.01.2026)
- Minimum Age: 18 Years
- Maximum Age (UR/General): 37 Years
- SC of Punjab: 5 Years relaxation
- BC/OBC of Punjab: 5 Years relaxation
- PwBD of Punjab: 10 Years relaxation
- Ex-Servicemen of Punjab: Number of years of military service rendered + 3 years
- In-service employees (Punjab/Haryana Govt, other State Govt, Govt of India, High Court, Subordinate Courts, UT Chandigarh): up to 45 Years
PUNJAB DISTRICT COURT CLERK RECRUITMENT 2026 : EDUCATIONAL QUALIFICATION
- Degree of Bachelor of Arts or Bachelor of Science or equivalent from a recognized University.
- Matriculation passed with Punjabi as one of the subjects.
- Proficiency in operation of computers.
- Qualification must be held as on the closing date of the Online Application Form.
PUNJAB DISTRICT COURT CLERK RECRUITMENT 2026 : PAY SCALE
- Post Name : Clerk
- Pay : ₹29,200/- (Level-5) (Graduates)
- Applicable To : Fresh recruitment on or after 17.07.2020
- Posting : Anywhere in the State of Punjab
PUNJAB DISTRICT COURT CLERK RECRUITMENT 2026 : SELECTION PROCESS
- Written Exam (CBT)
- Computer Proficiency Test (Qualifying)
- Original Testimonials / Interaction
- Merit List (CBT Marks)
PUNJAB DISTRICT COURT CLERK RECRUITMENT 2026 : EXAM PATTERN : Stage-I: Written Examination (Computer Based Test)
| Subject | Type | Questions / Breakup | Max. Marks |
|---|---|---|---|
| General Knowledge | Objective | 50 questions (01 mark each) | 50 |
| English Composition | Objective | 20 questions (01 mark each) | 20 |
| English Composition | Subjective | Essay (150 words): 10 | Letter: 05 | Precis: 05 | Translation Punjabi to English: 10 | 30 |
| Total (Duration: 2 Hours) | 100 |
Qualifying: 33% in each subject and 40% in aggregate. Negative marking: 1/4 mark deducted for every wrong answer in MCQs; unattempted questions get no credit or discredit. English Composition (Subjective) is typed on computer and checked only for candidates securing 33% or more in General Knowledge. If held in multiple shifts, objective marks are normalized by the Standard Deviation Method.
PUNJAB DISTRICT COURT CLERK RECRUITMENT 2026 : EXAM PATTERN : Stage-II: Computer Proficiency Test (Qualifying)
| Part | Test | Marks / Speed | Qualifying Standard |
|---|---|---|---|
| Part-I | Spreadsheet Test | 10 marks / 10 minutes | 40% (4 or more marks) |
| Part-II | Computer Typing Test (English) | 30 W.P.M. | Qualifying |
CPT marks are not counted in final merit. Part-II is checked only for candidates securing 4 or more marks in Part-I. Typing speed = (Number of words typed – Mistake(s)) ÷ 10. Eligible PwBD / PwD candidates may apply for CPT exemption with certificates within 15 days from the CBT result.
PUNJAB DISTRICT COURT CLERK RECRUITMENT 2026 : HOW TO APPLY
- Apply online only at www.sssc.gov.in under the head "Clerk District Courts of Punjab".
- Fill the Registration Form, then the Application Form linked to the fee payment gateway.
- Capture a real-time photograph through an inbuilt / web camera.
- Upload scanned passport size photograph (not more than one month old, white background) and signature.
- Pay the fee via internet banking, Debit Card, Credit Card or UPI; the form is submitted only after fee payment.
- Keep a printout of the Online Application Form.
PUNJAB DISTRICT COURT CLERK RECRUITMENT 2026 : GENERAL INSTRUCTIONS
- Reservation, age relaxation and fee concession are for residents of Punjab only; reserved-category applicants of other states must apply under UR/General.
- Only one application per category; if more than one is submitted, only the latest is considered.
- Government employees must obtain a No Objection Certificate from their Head of Office / Department.
- Exam may be held anywhere in Northern India; no TA/DA will be paid.
- Answer key objection fee: ₹25/- per objection; re-checking fee: ₹500/- per answer sheet within 30 days of final result.
- A person who married while having a living spouse (or vice versa) is not eligible, unless exempted by the High Court.
- Applicants opting "Others" in gender must hold a certificate of identity under the Transgender Persons (Protection of Rights) Act, 2019.
PUNJAB DISTRICT COURT CLERK RECRUITMENT 2026 : HELPLINE
- Technical Query (Online Form) : +91 95948-04606, 022-61087580
- Timing : 09:00 AM to 05:00 PM (working days)
- Advertisement Terms Query : 0172-2722012, +91 91158-98394
- Timing : 09:30 AM to 05:00 PM (working days)
PUNJAB DISTRICT COURT CLERK RECRUITMENT 2026 : ISSUED BY
- Member Secretary (S.S.S.C.),
- Punjab and Haryana High Court,
- Chandigarh.
- www.sssc.gov.in
PUNJAB DISTRICT COURT CLERK RECRUITMENT 2026 : FAQs
Q. What is the last date to apply for SSSC Punjab Clerk Recruitment 2026?
Ans. The last date is 04/11/2026 (04:00 PM) on www.sssc.gov.in.
Q. How many Clerk vacancies are there in Punjab District Courts 2026?
Ans. A total of 1270 Clerk posts will be filled in the District Courts of Punjab.
Q. What is the age limit for SSSC Punjab Clerk 2026?
Ans. 18 to 37 years as on 01.01.2026; SC and BC/OBC of Punjab get 5 years and PwBD of Punjab get 10 years relaxation.
Q. What qualification is required for the Punjab Court Clerk post?
Ans. BA or BSc or equivalent from a recognized University, matriculation with Punjabi as a subject and proficiency in computer operation.
Q. What is the selection process for SSSC Clerk 2026?
Ans. A 100-mark Computer Based Test, a qualifying Computer Proficiency Test (spreadsheet + 30 W.P.M. English typing) and checking of original testimonials; merit is based on CBT marks.
Q. What is the application fee for SSSC Punjab Clerk Recruitment 2026?
Ans. ₹710/- for SC/BC/OBC/ESM/EWS of Punjab, ₹875/- for PwBD of Punjab and ₹1200/- for all other categories.
For complete details, read the Detailed Employment Notice on the official website www.sssc.gov.in before applying.
