A new government job opportunity has been released by the Subordinate Services Selection Board Punjab (SSSB Punjab) for the post of 309 Clerk. Candidates looking for a stable state government job can apply online before the last date.
This is a good opportunity for graduates who meet the eligibility conditions.
📌 Recruitment Overview
| Details | Information |
|---|---|
| Organization | Subordinate Services Selection Board Punjab |
| Post Name | Clerk – 309 vacancies |
| Job Location | Punjab |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Selection Process | Written Exam + Punjabi Qualifying Test +Typing |
📅 Important Dates
- Notification Release Date: As per official notice
- Online Application Start Date: As mentioned in notification
- Last Date to Apply Online: Check official schedule
- Last Date for Fee Payment: Same as closing date
- Admit Card Release: Before exam date
- Punjabi Qualifying Test: As per exam schedule
- Main Written Exam Date: To be announced
👉 Candidates are advised to regularly check the official website for updates.
📄 Documents Required
Candidates should keep the following documents ready:
- Recent passport size photograph
- Scanned signature
- Matric certificate (Proof of Date of Birth)
- Graduation mark sheets and degree certificate
- Punjabi subject proof (Matric certificate)
- Category certificate (if applicable)
- Punjab Domicile Certificate (if claiming reservation)
- Aadhaar Card or valid photo ID proof
- Experience certificate (if applicable)
🎓 Educational Qualification
- Bachelor’s Degree from a recognized university
- Must have passed Punjabi at Matric level
If Punjabi was not studied in Matric, the candidate must clear the Punjabi qualifying test conducted by the board.
💰 Application Fees
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| General / Sports / Freedom Fighter | ₹1000 |
| SC / BC / EWS | ₹250 |
| Ex-Servicemen & Dependents | ₹200 |
| Physically Handicapped | ₹500 |
✔ Fee is non-refundable in any case.
✔ Pay the correct fee online while submitting the application.
🎂 Age Limit
- Minimum Age: 18 years
- Maximum Age: 37 years
Candidates who fulfill the eligibility conditions as on 30.09.2026 can apply online through the official website sssb.punjab.gov.in from 13.02.2026 to 06.03.2026.
Age Relaxation
- SC / BC (Punjab): 5 years
👉 Age relaxation and reservation benefits are available only to Punjab domicile candidates.
🌍 Can Candidates from Other States Apply?
Yes, candidates from outside Punjab can apply.
But important points:
- They will be treated under General category only.
- They will not get reservation benefits meant for Punjab residents.
- Valid Punjab domicile certificate is required to claim reservation.
📝 Selection Process
The selection process has two parts:
🔹 Part A – Punjabi Language Test
- Matric level Punjabi
- Qualifying in nature
- Minimum 50% marks required
- Must qualify to move ahead
If a candidate fails this test, they will not be considered further.
🔹 Part B – Main Examination
- Objective type (Multiple Choice Questions)
- Merit will be prepared based on this paper
- Negative marking: 0.25 marks deducted for each wrong answer
The exam is generally conducted in English and Punjabi, except the Punjabi language paper.
Typing Test (Qualifying Only)
- English typing speed: 30 words per minute
- Punjabi typing speed: 30 words per minute
- Punjabi typing will be in Unicode Raavi font
- Conducted on computer
- Qualifying nature (marks not added in merit)
- Must pass to move forward
💰 Salary
Level 2 – 19,900/-
📄 Important Instructions
- Read the official notification carefully before applying. Apply online
- Ensure all details are correct while filling the form.
- Keep scanned documents ready before starting the application.
- Do not wait for the last date to apply.
- PSSSB site
This recruitment is a strong opportunity for candidates preparing for Punjab government jobs. Focus on Punjabi language preparation along with general subjects to secure good marks.
If you need a short exam preparation strategy for this post, I can also provide that.
