PSSSB JE Recruitment 2026: Apply Online for (Civil, Mechanical, Electrical) Group B Posts

PSSSB JE Recruitment 2026 Introduction —

PSSSB has announced Junior Engineer Recruitment 2026 (Advt. No. 07/2026) for Civil, Mechanical, and Electrical branches in Group B category. Starting salary: ₹35,400/month (Level-6). Vacancies are tentative — final count depends on departmental needs by 30 September 2026. Great chance for diploma engineers aiming for Punjab govt jobs!
Application period: 13 March 2026 to 6 April 2026 on sssb.punjab.gov.in. Requirements include a 3-year Diploma in the relevant stream and Punjabi language knowledge. Head to JobNewsAlert.com for complete eligibility criteria, salary details, fees, and easy apply instructions — don’t miss the deadline!

Important Highlights – PSSSB JE Recruitment 2026

PSSSB, the authorized board for Group B and C selections in Punjab government, has opened applications for Junior Engineer positions in Civil, Mechanical, and Electrical streams.

• Designation: Junior Engineer (Civil, Mechanical, Electrical)
• Number of Posts: Provisional (exact count to be determined later as per departmental needs)
• Salary: Pay Level-6 – entry pay ₹35,400 monthly (as per 7th Pay Commission norms)
• Work Location: Statewide in Punjab government departments
• Last Date for Online Applications: 6 April 2026
• Notification No.: 07 / 2026

Eligibility Criteria for PSSSB Junior Engineer Recruitment 2026

Educational Qualifications

• A 3-year Diploma in Civil, Mechanical, or Electrical Engineering from a government-recognized polytechnic or institution.
• OR a higher qualification such as B.E./B.Tech in the relevant engineering branch from a recognized university.
• Punjabi Proficiency: Must have passed Matriculation (Class 10) with Punjabi as a compulsory or elective subject (as per Punjab government rules).

Qualification Cut-off Date: Candidates must possess the required qualifications on or before January 21, 2026.

Age Limit (as on January 1, 2026)

• Minimum: 18 years
• Maximum: 37 years (General category)

Age Relaxation

• SC/ST: 5 years
• OBC/BC: 3 years
• Ex-Servicemen: 3 years + length of service rendered (as per Punjab ESM Rules)
• Persons with Benchmark Disability (PwBD): 10 years
• Widows/Divorcees: Up to 40 years

Salary Structure for PSSSB Junior Engineer 2026

Junior Engineer posts are placed in Pay Level-6 under the Punjab government’s 7th Pay Commission structure.

• Basic Pay (Entry Level): ₹35,400 per month
• Pay Scale: Level-6
• Allowances: Dearness Allowance (DA) at prevailing rates, House Rent Allowance (HRA) depending on posting location/classification, Transport Allowance (TA), and other admissible perks. Approximate In-hand Salary: ₹45,000 – ₹55,000 per month (varies by city, current DA, and deductions).

Additional Benefits: National Pension System (NPS), medical reimbursement, Leave Travel Concession (LTC), earned leave encashment, and standard government employee entitlements.

Selection Process for PSSSB JE 2026

The recruitment follows a merit-based multi-stage process:

1. Written Examination (Computer-Based Test – CBT)
   • Objective-type MCQs covering:
     • Technical subjects (Civil/Mechanical/Electrical as applicable)
     • General Knowledge & Current Affairs
     • Mental Ability, Reasoning & Aptitude
   • Detailed syllabus and pattern will be released separately on the PSSSB website.
2. Merit List Preparation
   • Provisional merit list prepared based solely on written exam scores.
   • Expected publication on or after September 30, 2026.
3. Document Verification & Medical Examination
   • Shortlisted candidates must present original certificates for verification.
   • A medical fitness test will be conducted as per government norms.

How to Apply Online for PSSSB Junior Engineer 2026

Documents to Prepare (scanned copies):

• Engineering Diploma/B.Tech certificate & marksheets
• Matriculation certificate showing Punjabi subject
• Category certificate (if applicable)
• Recent passport-size photograph
• Signature scan

Step-by-Step Application Process

• Visit the official PSSSB website and click on advertisement no. 07 / 2026.
• Navigate to the “Apply Online” section and select “New Registration”.
• Register using a valid email ID (this becomes your User ID) and create a secure password.
• Log in and complete the application form with personal, educational, and reservation details.
• Upload your photograph and signature in the required format.
• Within 10 days of form submission, upload supporting documents via the “Save Documents” option.
• Pay the application fee through the online payment gateway (amount varies by category).
• Review all entries, submit the form, and download/print the confirmation page for reference.

PSSSB JE Recruitment 2026: Key Schedule

PSSSB JE Recruitment 2026: Application Fees

Helpful Resources of PSSSB Junior Engineer 2026

Diploma engineers who meet the criteria — now is the time to act! Vacancies will be distributed among various Punjab government departments, potentially leading to a good number of posts. Don’t wait — the final date to apply online is 6 April 2026. Head over to regularly for more Punjab govt job openings and diploma-based government recruitment alerts.