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Punjab Subordinate Services Selection Board (PSSSB) has released a Recruitment Notification for 150+ posts including Naib Tehsildar, Audit Officer and Inspector Audit. Eligible candidates can apply from 01 July to 21 July 2025. The selection will be based on a written examination and document verification. Candidates are advised to check the detailed eligibility criteria, important dates and syllabus before applying.
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PSSSB Recruitment 2025 Vacancy Details
Important Date
- Application Start: 1 July 2025
- Last Date : 21 July 2025 (up to 5:00 PM)
- Last Date of Fee: 24 July 2025
- Exam Date: To be announced
Age Limit
- Minimum Age: 18 Years
- Maximum Age: 37 Years
- Age Relaxation: SC/ST/BC: Up to 42 Years, Ex-Servicemen: Up to 47 Years and Divorced/Widowed Women: Up to 40 Years. Kindly Read Full Notification.
Application Fees
- General/OBC: 1000/-
- SC/BC/EWS: 250/-
- PH (Divyang) - 500/-
- Ex-Servicemen and Dependents: ₹200/- - 200/-
- Pay The Examination Fee Through UPI, Debit Card, Net Banking etc.
Qualification
- Naib Tehsildar: Graduate + Matric with Punjabi
- Audit Officer: M.Com or CA + 3 years experience in auditing commercial accounts
- Inspector Audit: B.Com (2nd Division), 120 hrs Computer Course or equivalent and Matric with Punjabi
PSSSB Recruitment 2025 Full Eligibility
| Post Name | Educational Qualification | Experience | Punjabi Requirement |
|---|---|---|---|
| Naib Tehsildar | Graduate from a recognized University or Institution | Not Required | Matriculation with Punjabi or equivalent |
| Audit Officer | Chartered Accountant or M.Com | Minimum 3 years of auditing commercial accounts | Matriculation with Punjabi or equivalent |
| Inspector Audit |
B.Com (at least 2nd Division) + 120 hours Computer Course (or the course should be part of the degree curriculum) |
Not Required | Matriculation with Punjabi or equivalent |
PSSSB Recruitment 2025 Salary
| Post Name | Pay Level | Monthly Salary (Approx.) |
|---|---|---|
| Naib Tehsildar | Level-6 | ₹35,400/- |
| Audit Officer | Level-6 | ₹35,400/- |
| Inspector Audit | Level-6 | ₹35,400/- |
- All posts are covered under the 7th Central Pay Commission pay matrix.
- Basic Pay is ₹35,400/-; other allowances such as DA, HRA, TA will be extra as per Punjab Government norms.
- Salary is subject to revision as per future state-level notifications and financial policies.
- The pay scale applies to newly appointed candidates and may vary for existing employees on deputation or transfer.
- Probation period rules and applicable deductions (like NPS, GIS) will affect net salary in hand.
PSSSB Recruitment 2025 Selection Process
- Written Examination (Objective Type – MCQ based, OMR Sheet)
- Merit List Preparation based on written exam scores
- Document Verification of shortlisted candidates
- Final Selection based on eligibility, reservation rules and merit rank
PSSSB Recruitment 2025 Exam Pattern
| Section | No. of Questions | Marks |
|---|---|---|
| General Knowledge & Current Affairs | 30 | 30 |
| Punjab History & Culture | 20 | 20 |
| Logical Reasoning & Mental Ability | 30 | 30 |
| Punjabi Language | 15 | 15 |
| English Language | 15 | 15 |
| ICT (Computers) | 10 | 10 |
| Total | 120 | 120 |
- The written exam will be conducted in offline mode using OMR sheets.
- Each question carries 1 mark and the total duration is 2 hours.
- Negative marking of 0.25 marks for each wrong answer.
- Questions will be objective type (Multiple Choice Questions – MCQs).
- The distribution of questions is indicative and may change slightly.
- Separate exam pattern may apply for specific posts like Audit Officer and Inspector Audit (with subject sections).
PSSSB Recruitment 2025 Category-Wise Vacancy
| Category | Naib Tehsildar | Audit Officer | Inspector Audit | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| General | — | — | 27 | 27 |
| SC (M&B) | — | — | 7 | 7 |
| SC (R&O) | — | — | 7 | 7 |
| BC | — | — | 6 | 6 |
| Ex-Servicemen (All Categories) | 13 | 3 | 37 | 53 |
| Sports (All Categories) | — | — | 29 | 29 |
| Physically Handicapped (All Types) | — | — | 9 | 9 |
| Freedom Fighter | — | — | 6 | 6 |
| Economically Weaker Section (EWS) | — | — | 9 | 9 |
| Total | 13 | 3 | 135 | 151 |
PSSSB Recruitment 2025 How To Apply
- Visit the official website: sssb.punjab.gov.in
- Click on the “Online Applications” section from the homepage.
- Register yourself with basic details to receive login credentials.
- Login and fill out the application form carefully with accurate information.
- Upload a recent passport-size photo and signature in the prescribed format.
- Pay the application fee using Net Banking, Debit/Credit Card, or UPI.
- Submit the form and download a copy of the submitted application for future reference.
- Keep checking the official site for exam date updates and admit card download link.
PSSSB Recruitment 2025 Important Links
| Apply Online | Activate Soon (01 July 2025) |
| Download Notification | Click Here |
| Short Notification | Click Here |
| Official Website | Click Here |
PSSSB Recruitment 2025 FAQs
Q1: What is the last date to apply for PSSSB 2025 posts?
21st July 2025 up to 5:00 PM is the last date for online application submission.
Q2: Is Punjabi language mandatory for these posts?
Yes, candidates must have passed Matriculation with Punjabi as a subject or an equivalent qualification as recognized by the Punjab Government.
Q3: Can candidates from outside Punjab apply?
Yes, but they must meet the Punjabi language requirement and should not expect reservation benefits unless domiciled in Punjab.
Q4: What is the selection process for these posts?
Selection is based on a written examination followed by document verification and merit list preparation.
Q5: Will there be any interview for final selection?
No, there is no interview stage. Final selection is based solely on written exam marks and document verification.
Q6: What is the mode of examination?
The exam will be conducted offline in OMR format using Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs).
Q7: Is there any negative marking?
Yes, 0.25 marks will be deducted for each incorrect answer.