Overview
The Punjab Subordinate Service Selection Board (PSSSB) has announced a golden opportunity for engineering graduates and diploma holders to join the state government workforce. This recruitment drive offers 157 vacancies across Civil, Mechanical, and Electrical engineering disciplines in two separate advertisements.
Organization: Punjab Subordinate Service Selection Board (PSSSB)
Total Vacancies: 157 Posts
- Advertisement 15/2025: 50 Posts (Punjab Water Supply and Sewerage Board)
- Advertisement 16/2025: 107 Posts (Water Resources Department)
Post Type: Junior Engineer (Civil/Mechanical/Electrical)
Job Type: Permanent State Government Position
Application Mode: Online only
Official Website: https://sssb.punjab.gov.in
📅 Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Start of Online Application | 22 December 2025 |
| Last Date to Apply Online | 20 January 2026 (5:00 PM) – Extended |
| Fee Payment Last Date | 23 January 2026 |
| Written Exam Date | To be announced |
📍 Vacancy Details
Advertisement 15/2025 – Punjab Water Supply and Sewerage Board
| Category | Number of Posts |
|---|---|
| General | 19 |
| SC (M&B) | 05 |
| SC (R&O) | 05 |
| BC | 05 |
| Ex-Servicemen (All Categories) | 07 |
| Sports General | 01 |
| Physically Handicapped (Ortho) | 02 |
| Freedom Fighter | 01 |
| EWS | 05 |
| Total | 50 |
Advertisement 16/2025 – Water Resources Department
| Post Name | Number of Posts |
|---|---|
| Junior Engineer (Civil) | 147 |
| Junior Engineer (Mechanical) | 09 |
| Junior Engineer (Electrical) | 01 |
| Total | 107 |
Grand Total: 157 Posts
🎓 Educational Qualifications
Essential Qualification:
- Three Year Diploma in Civil Engineering OR Mechanical Engineering OR Electrical Engineering from State Technical Education Board or Government recognized University/Institution
- Higher qualifications (B.Tech/B.E. degree) in the respective discipline are also acceptable
Mandatory Requirement:
- Matriculation with Punjabi as a compulsory or elective subject (as per Punjab Civil Services Rules, 1994)
- Any equivalent examination in Punjabi language is acceptable
Desirable:
- Degree in Civil/Mechanical/Electrical Engineering
Important Note: All educational certificates must be issued before 21 January 2026.
💰 Stipend / Salary Details (per month)
| Component | Details |
|---|---|
| Pay Level | Level-6 (7th Central Pay Commission) |
| Basic Pay | ₹35,400/- per month |
| Allowances | DA, HRA, TA as per Punjab Government rules |
| Other Benefits | Medical benefits, annual increments, pension scheme |
🎯 Selection Process
The recruitment follows a transparent three-stage process:
- Written Examination
- Objective Type Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
- Covers technical subjects related to the applied discipline
- Merit List Preparation
- Based on marks obtained in written examination
- In case of tie: Preference given to older candidate → Higher percentage in educational qualification → Higher marks in Matriculation
- Document Verification/Counseling
- Shortlisted candidates called based on merit
- Thorough verification of original documents
- Final selection subject to vacancy availability
Important: Appearing in any stage doesn’t guarantee final selection. Recommendation depends on complete eligibility verification and available vacancies.
⏳ Age Limit
Age as on 1 January 2025:
| Category | Age Limit |
|---|---|
| General | 18 to 37 years |
| SC/BC (Punjab) | 18 to 42 years |
| Government Employees | 18 to 45 years |
| Ex-Servicemen (Punjab) | Age calculated after deducting service period |
| Physically Handicapped (Punjab) | 18 to 47 years |
| Women (Widow/Divorcee) | 18 to 40 years |
Special Relaxation: Candidates who applied in 2015 advertisement get additional age relaxation as per court order.
📑 How to Apply
Follow these simple steps to apply:
- Visit the official PSSSB website: https://sssb.punjab.gov.in
- Click on “Online Applications” section
- For Advertisement 16, select Junior Engineer → Choose your discipline (Civil/Mechanical/Electrical)
- Complete registration with personal and educational details
- Note down the generated Username for future login
- Upload scanned documents:
- Recent passport-size photograph
- Signature
- Matriculation certificate (for DOB proof)
- 12th certificate
- Diploma/Degree certificates
- Category certificates (if applicable)
- Submit the application form
- Pay application fee through:
- SBI branch via Challan, OR
- Net Banking/Credit Card/Debit Card/UPI
- Download and save the submitted application form
Pro Tip: Apply yourself to avoid errors. Once submitted, no corrections are allowed.
💳 Application Fee
| Category | Fee Amount |
|---|---|
| Ex-Servicemen/EWS/PWD/LDESM (Punjab only) | ₹500/- |
| SC/ST/BC (Punjab only) | ₹750/- |
| All Other Categories | ₹1,500/- |
Note: Application fee is non-refundable under any circumstances.
⚙️ Key Documents Required
- Passport-size photograph (recent)
- Signature (scanned copy)
- Matriculation certificate (for DOB and Punjabi language proof)
- 12th class marksheet
- Diploma/Degree certificate and marksheets
- Punjab Domicile/Residence certificate (not older than 5 years)
- Category certificate (SC/BC/EWS/PWD/Ex-Servicemen – if applicable)
- All documents in PDF format, combined in single file
📘 Important Links
| Link Description | URL |
|---|---|
| Official Notification (Advt 15/2025) | Download PDF |
| Official Notification (Advt 16/2025) | Download PDF |
| Apply Online (Advt 15) | Click Here |
| Apply Online (Advt 16) | Click Here |
| Official Website | Visit Website |
💡 Quick Tips for Applicants
- Keep all documents ready in PDF format before starting the application
- Ensure Punjabi language qualification is met as per Punjab government rules
- Punjab domicile is mandatory for reservation benefits
- Apply well before the deadline to avoid last-minute technical issues
- Take printout of submitted application for future reference
- Check official website regularly for updates on exam dates
Don’t miss this opportunity to build a stable career with Punjab Government!
Disclaimer: This article is for informational purposes only. Please refer to the official notification for complete and accurate details.
