In a significant move for job seekers, the Punjab Subordinate Services Selection Board (PSSSB) has officially extended the application window for its Group D Recruitment 2025. Candidates now have a fresh opportunity to submit their applications until January 5, 2026. This extension was announced through a revised notification under Advertisement No. 08 of 2025.
Vacancy Details and Post Distribution
This recruitment drive is a major initiative to fill 406 Group D vacancies across various departments of the Punjab state government. These positions are crucial support and attendant-level roles that form the backbone of the state's administrative machinery. The available posts include:
- Attendant
- Watchman
- Office Helper
- Laboratory Attendant
These roles are distributed in government offices and institutions throughout Punjab. The board has published detailed post-wise and category-wise vacancy breakdowns on its official portal, and applicants are strongly advised to review the official notification thoroughly.
Eligibility Criteria and Selection Process
The recruitment offers a key entry point for candidates seeking stable government employment. The primary educational requirement is a pass in Class 10 (Matriculation) from a recognized board. A mandatory condition is that candidates must have studied Punjabi at the matriculation level, either as a compulsory or an elective subject.
Regarding age, the minimum requirement is 18 years. The upper age limit for general category candidates is 37 years, calculated as per the cut-off date specified in the notification. The Punjab government's rules on age relaxation will apply for candidates from reserved categories, ex-servicemen, and other eligible groups.
The selection process will be conducted in two clear stages. First, all eligible candidates will take a written examination. This test will be objective, assessing general awareness, basic reasoning, language proficiency, and job-related knowledge. Those who qualify in the written exam will proceed to the second stage: document verification. Here, original certificates and eligibility documents will be scrutinized. Final selection will be based purely on merit and compliance with eligibility norms, with no interview round for these posts.
Pay Scale and Application Procedure
Successfully selected candidates will be appointed under Pay Level-1 of the 7th Central Pay Commission. They will receive a monthly pay scale ranging from ₹18,000 to ₹56,900. In addition to the basic pay, they will be entitled to various allowances as per the prevailing Punjab government rules. These are regular, permanent positions within the state government, subject to standard service conditions.
Interested and eligible candidates must apply online through the official PSSSB website. The step-by-step application process is as follows:
- Visit the official website: sssb.punjab.gov.in.
- Locate and click on the 'Online Applications' link on the homepage.
- Select Advertisement No. 08/2025 for Group D posts.
- Complete the registration using valid personal details to generate login credentials.
- Log in and carefully fill out the application form with personal, educational, and contact information.
- Upload scanned copies of required documents in the specified format and size.
- Pay the application fee using the available online payment modes.
- Review all details before final submission.
- Download and save the confirmation page for all future reference.
This deadline extension provides a valuable second chance for thousands of aspirants across Punjab who aim to secure a government job. With straightforward eligibility centered on a Class 10 pass and a clear selection process, this recruitment is a pivotal opportunity for many.
