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Society for Centralized Recruitment of Staff in Subordinate Courts (SSSC) has announced Punjab District Court Clerk Recruitment 2026 for total 1,270 posts. Candidates who want to apply for Punjab District Court Clerk Recruitment 2026 can submit their online application form from 07/10/2026 (04:00 PM) to 04/11/2026 (04:00 PM), if you meet all the required eligibility criteria. For complete details such as eligibility, age limit, selection process, salary, and application steps, candidates must read the full notification carefully.
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Society for Centralized Recruitment of Staff in Subordinate Courts (SSSC)
On behalf of the District and Sessions Judges of Punjab, under the High Court of Punjab and Haryana at Chandigarh.
SSSC Punjab District Court Clerk Recruitment 2026
Advt No.: 37C/SSSC/PB/2026
Important Dates
- Notification Date: 03/10/2026
- Application Start Date: 07/10/2026 (04:00 PM)
- Last Date To Apply: 04/11/2026 (04:00 PM)
- Last Date Of Fee Payment: 04/11/2026
- Form Correction Date: N/A
- Admit Card Date: Coming soon
- Exam Date: To be notified
- Result Date: Coming soon
Application Fees
- SC / BC / OBC / ESM / EWS of Punjab: ₹710/-
- PwBD of Punjab: ₹875/-
- All other categories: ₹1,200/-
- Pay online. Fee is non-refundable and includes ₹550 facilitation charges.
Age Limit
Age As On Date: 01/01/2026
- Min Age: 18 Years
- Max Age: 37 Years
- Age relaxation extra is applicable as per the rules of “SSSC Punjab District Court Clerk Recruitment 2026”
Age Relaxation
| Category | Upper age limit / relaxation |
|---|---|
| UR / General | 37 years |
| SC of Punjab | 42 years (5 years extra) |
| BC / OBC of Punjab | 42 years (5 years extra) |
| PwBD of Punjab | 47 years (10 years extra) |
| ESM of Punjab | Deduct military service plus 3 years from actual age |
| Eligible in-service employees | 45 years; Punjab, Haryana, Central Government, High Court, subordinate courts or UT Chandigarh employees |
Vacancy Details
Total Posts: 1,270
Eligibility Details
- Graduation degree in any subject from a recognized university.
- Passed Matriculation with Punjabi as a subject.
- Must know the basic of computer operating.
- Complete all qualifications by 04/11/2026.
Punjab District Court Clerk: Salary Details
| Post | Pay |
|---|---|
| Clerk – Punjab District Courts | ₹29,200/- (Level-5) for fresh direct recruits on or after 17/07/2020 |
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SSSC Punjab District Court Clerk 2026: Selection Procedure & Exam Pattern
Selection Stages
| Stage | Details |
|---|---|
| Online written exam | 100-mark CBT |
| Computer Proficiency Test | Qualifying spreadsheet and English typing tests |
| Document verification / interaction | Original documents are checked; final merit is based on CBT marks |
Online Written Exam
| Subject / part | Questions / task | Marks |
|---|---|---|
| General Knowledge | 50 MCQs | 50 |
| English Composition: objective | 20 MCQs | 20 |
| English Composition: subjective | Essay (150 words) | 10 |
| English Composition: subjective | Letter | 5 |
| English Composition: subjective | Precis | 5 |
| English Composition: subjective | Punjabi-to-English translation | 10 |
| Total | Duration: 2 hours | 100 |
- Minimum qualifying marks: 33% in each subject and 40% overall. English Composition includes its objective and subjective parts.
- Each wrong MCQ answer has a 0.25-mark deduction. Unanswered questions have no penalty.
- The English subjective answers are checked only if the candidate gets at least 33% in General Knowledge.
- For multiple shifts, objective marks are normalized using the Standard Deviation Method, up to 5 decimal places.
- The exam may be held anywhere in Northern India. The date and venues will be announced on the SSSC website.
Computer Proficiency Test
| Part | Time / requirement | Qualifying condition |
|---|---|---|
| Spreadsheet test | 10 minutes; 10 marks | At least 4 marks (40%) |
| English typing | 30 words per minute | Checked only after qualifying the spreadsheet test |
- Typing speed (WPM) = (words typed − mistakes) ÷ 10.
- CPT marks are not added to the final merit score.
- Eligible PwBD candidates with certified typing limitations may request CPT exemption. Required medical documents must be submitted within 15 days of the CBT result.
Document Verification and Final Merit
- Candidates who clear the CBT and CPT attend original-document verification / interaction.
- Final ranking uses actual or normalized CBT marks only.
- If marks are equal, the older candidate ranks higher. If dates of birth are also equal, names are placed alphabetically from A to Z.
No PST, PET or physical measurement test is prescribed for the Clerk post.
Punjab District Court Clerk 2026: Important Questions
When does SSSC Punjab District Court Clerk Recruitment 2026 start?
Online applications open on 07/10/2026 at 04:00 PM. Candidates should check their degree, Punjabi subject qualification and computer skills before filling the form. Keep the required certificates ready and use the official portal when registration begins.
What is the last date for SSSC Punjab District Court Clerk Recruitment 2026?
The application deadline is 04/11/2026 at 04:00 PM. Required educational qualifications must also be completed by this date. Complete the application and online payment carefully, and keep a copy of the submitted form for later use.
How many posts are in SSSC Punjab District Court Clerk Recruitment 2026?
The supplied details announce 1,270 Clerk posts, including existing and anticipated posts. However, the category table has a mismatch in the women total and unclear column labels. Candidates should check the official notification for the confirmed category breakdown.
Who can apply for SSSC Punjab District Court Clerk Recruitment 2026?
Applicants need a BA, BSc or equivalent degree from a recognized university. Punjabi must have been a subject in their Matriculation examination, and computer proficiency is required. These qualifications must be held by the application closing date.
What is the age limit for SSSC Punjab District Court Clerk Recruitment 2026?
The general age range is 18 to 37 years as on 01/01/2026. Eligible Punjab SC and BC/OBC applicants get 5 years extra, while Punjab PwBD applicants get 10 years. Separate conditions apply to ex-servicemen and eligible in-service employees.
What is the fee for SSSC Punjab District Court Clerk Recruitment 2026?
Punjab SC, BC, OBC, ESM and EWS candidates pay ₹710. Punjab PwBD candidates pay ₹875, while other categories pay ₹1,200. These totals include online facilitation charges. Payment is online and non-refundable; fee concessions require eligible Punjab residency.
How are candidates selected for SSSC Punjab District Court Clerk Recruitment 2026?
Selection includes a 100-mark online written exam, a qualifying Computer Proficiency Test and document verification / interaction. The computer test covers spreadsheets and English typing. Final merit depends on actual or normalized CBT marks, rather than CPT marks.
What is the exam date for SSSC Punjab District Court Clerk Recruitment 2026?
The exam date has not been announced in the supplied notice. SSSC will publish the schedule and venues on its official website. The examination may take place anywhere in Northern India, so applicants should check later notices for their assigned location.