PSSSB Junior Technician Exam Date 2026: Schedule, Syllabus & Latest Updates
The PSSSB Junior Technician Exam Date 2026 has been officially released at sssb.punjab.gov.in for 26 Junior Technician and Machine Operator vacancies. Candidates can now view the exam schedule, test pattern, syllabus, eligibility requirements, and salary details to streamline their preparation.
PSSSB Junior Technician Exam Date 2026
The Punjab Subordinate Services Selection Board (PSSSB) is inviting applications for Group C roles tailored for candidates with ITI and Diploma qualifications in electrical, mechanical, and civil disciplines. The official exam schedule is now available at sssb.punjab.gov.in. The notification provides exhaustive details regarding the syllabus and assessment criteria. Use the direct download link provided in the overview table for quick access to the recruitment documentation.
PSSSB Junior Technician Exam Schedule 2026
The Punjab Subordinate Services Selection Board (PSSSB) will conduct a single-stage written examination for all Junior Technician posts. Refer to the table below for the comprehensive exam schedule.
| Advt. No. | Department | Post | Group | No. of Posts | Date of Exam |
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| 11 of 2023 | RDP | Junior Draftsman
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C | 30 | February 7, 2026 |
| 12 of 2025 | Department of Social Justice And Empowerment Minorities | Technical Assistant | B | 2 | March 7, 2026 |
| 13 of 2025 | Animal Husbandry Department | Autoclave Operator/Machine Operator | C | 2 | March 8, 2026 |
| 13 of 2025 | Technical Education | Storekeeper | C | 62 | March 14, 2026 |
| 13 of 2025 | Punjab State Warehouse Corporation | Junior Technician (Civil) | C | 21 | March 14, 2026 |
| 13 of 2025 | Punjab State Warehouse Corporation | Junior Technician (Electrical) | C | 3 | March 14, 2026 |
Punjab SSSB Junior Technician 2026 Exam Date: Highlights
The following table summarizes the PSSSB recruitment process for 2025-26, specifically for Junior Technician and Machine Operator positions. These key highlights are designed to provide applicants with a clear roadmap of the recruitment drive.
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PSSSB Junior Technician Vacancy 2026
A total of 26 vacancies have been announced for the roles of Junior Technicians and Machine Operators. Please see the table below for a complete post-wise distribution of these openings.
| Post Name | Vacancy |
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| Junior Technician (Civil) | 21 |
| Junior Technician (Electrical) | 03 |
| Auto Clave Operator / Machine Operator (AHB) | 02 |
| Total | 26 |
Punjab Subordinate SSB Eligibility Criteria 2026
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Applicants must have successfully completed their 10th-grade education with 'Punjabi' as a mandatory subject or cleared an equivalent certification exam.
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Additionally, a qualifying Punjabi language assessment (10th standard level) is required for all Group C positions. Candidates must secure a minimum of 50% marks to qualify; failure to do so will result in disqualification from the final merit list, regardless of performance in other papers.
| Post Name | Educational Qualification |
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| Junior Technician (Civil) | National Trade Certificate (NTC) in Civil Draftsman trade or Diploma in Civil Engineering with at least 50% marks. |
| Junior Technician (Electrical) | National Trade Certificate (NTC) in the Electrician trade or Diploma in Electrical Engineering with at least 50% marks. |
| Auto Clave Operator / Machine Operator (Animal Husbandry) | Matric / 10+2 and 2-year ITI in Mechanical Trade, with preference for candidates having steriliser maintenance experience. |
Punjab Subordinate SSB Junior Technician 2026 Selection Procedure
The recruitment selection process for Junior Technician and Machine Operator roles involves two main stages:
Computer-based written examination (CBT): The primary stage consists of an objective (MCQ) test. Only candidates who meet the cutoff in this online assessment will proceed to the next phase.
Document Verification (DV): The second stage involves verifying original documents prior to the release of the final merit list. Ensure all required certificates are prepared in advance.
PSSSB Junior Technician Salary 2026
Selected candidates will be compensated according to the 7th Central Pay Commission (7th CPC) and prevailing Punjab government pay scales. The package includes basic salary plus standard allowances, ensuring a secure and competitive financial outlook.
| Post Name | Pay Scale (7th CPC) |
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| Junior Technician (Civil) | Rs. 19,900 |
| Junior Technician (Electrical) | Rs. 19,900 |
| Auto Clave Operator / Machine Operator (AHB) | Rs. 25,500 |
FAQs
Selection is based on merit achieved in the objective-type written examination, followed by a mandatory counseling and document verification session.
Online application submissions opened on December 5, 2025, and close on December 27, 2025 (5:00 PM). The deadline for payment of the application fee is December 30, 2025.
There are 26 total Group C positions available, encompassing Junior Technician (Civil), Junior Technician (Electrical), and Auto Clave/Machine Operator roles.
The prescribed pay scale for these positions ranges from Rs. 19,900 to Rs. 25,500.