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PPSC Punjab PCS Recruitment 2026: Register A-II & C Notification Out for 26 Posts

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Updated: Jun 25, 2026
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The official Punjab Civil Services (Executive Branch) recruitment notification for 2026 is now live for Register A-II and Register C. Eligible Punjab government employees can apply for these 26 administrative vacancies. Access all essential application details below.

The Punjab Public Service Commission (PPSC) has formally published two highly anticipated recruitment notifications for the Punjab PCS Register (Recruitment Year 2026). This selection process offers a prime career growth opportunity for eligible in-service Punjab Government employees looking to transition into the state’s prestigious administrative services.

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Call for Admission: 09240231048

Eligible Punjab Government personnel seeking career advancement into the executive branch should carefully review the vacancy breakdown, eligibility requirements, selection criteria, exam pattern, and submission deadlines before initiating their online application.

Punjab PCS Register C & A2 Recruitment 2026

The recruitment drive is organized into two distinct channels: Register A-II (Advertisement No. 20263) and Register C (Advertisement No. 20264), totaling 26 vacancies (21 for Register A-II and 05 for Register C). Successful candidates will be inducted into the Punjab Civil Services (Executive Branch). A common screening examination is scheduled for September/October 2026.

PPSC PCS Executive Branch Recruitment 2026: An Overview
Recruiting Body Punjab Public Service Commission (PPSC
Post Name Punjab Civil Services (PCS) – Executive Branch
Notification Types
  • Register A-II (Ministerial Cadre)
  • Register C (Non-Ministerial Cadre)
Advt. Number
  • Register A-II: 20263
  • Register C: 20264
Online Application Closing Date 30 June, 2026 (11:59 PM)
Total Vacancies 26 Posts
Job Location Punjab
Selection Process Common Screening Test (50% weightage) + Service Length + ACRs + Interview
Official Website www.ppsc.gov.in

Punjab PCS Register Notification PDF Download

Candidates are advised to download the official PPSC notification PDFs to verify service requirements, eligibility, and the detailed examination scheme. These documents are readily available on the official PPSC portal.

Register Name Download Link
Register A-II Download PDF
Register C Download PDF

PPSC PCS Executive Branch 2026 Vacancy Details

The PPSC has released these vacancies based on specific requisitions from the Department of Personnel, Government of Punjab. The detailed distribution of posts is outlined below for both Register A-II and Register C categories.

Name of the Post Register Number of Posts
Punjab Civil Services Register A-II (Ministerial Cadre Group ‘A’ & ‘B’)  21
Punjab Civil Services (Executive Branch Register C (Non-Ministerial/Other Group ‘A’ & ‘B’) 05
  • Register A-II: Reserved for Group ‘A’ and Group ‘B’ ministerial staff holding positions not below the rank of Senior Assistant.
  • Register C: Open to Group ‘A’ and Group ‘B’ service personnel not otherwise covered under Registers A-I (Revenue), A-II (Ministerial), or A-III (Panchayat/Excise).

PPSC PCS Executive Branch 2026 Eligibility Criteria

All applicants for Register A-II or Register C must meet the mandatory eligibility conditions stipulated in the recruitment rules as of the cutoff date, November 01, 2025.

Service Requirement

  • The candidate must be a confirmed Government employee of Punjab.
  • Must have completed at least 8 years of continuous service under the Government of Punjab.

Age Limit

  • The applicant must be below 54 years of age as on 01 November 2025.

Educational Qualification

  • Candidates must possess a Bachelor’s Degree (Graduation) from a recognized university or institution.

Punjabi Language Requirement

  • Applicants must have passed Punjabi as a subject up to Matriculation (Class 10) level or possess an equivalent qualification recognized by the Punjab Government.

Important: Employees of Universities, Boards, Societies, Corporations, PUDA, GMADA, PSPCL, and PSTCL are ineligible for these specific positions.

PPSC PCS Register 2026 Apply Online: Direct Link

Eligible candidates must apply via the official PPSC recruitment portal. Please ensure all registration steps are completed, required documentation is uploaded, and the application is submitted by the deadline of June 30, 2026 (11:59 PM). Access the application link below.

Apply Now: Punjab PCS Register C & A2 Recruitment 2026

Steps to Apply for PPSC PCS Executive Branch Recruitment 2026

Follow the official PPSC guidelines to complete your application submission efficiently.

  • Step 1: Fill in all the required details in the online application form.
  • Step 2: Pay the prescribed application fee through online mode and submit the application form on or before 30 June 2026.
  • Step 3: Download and take a printout of the duly filled and submitted online application form.
  • Step 4: Submit the hard copy of the application form along with all relevant documents mentioned in the notification through the proper channel to the PPSC office by 30 July 2026.

Stages of the Selection Stages

Final candidate selection is determined by a cumulative score calculated across four core assessment components.

    1. Screening Test (Written Examination)
    2. Length of Service
    3. Assessment of Service Records (ACRs/APARs)
    4. Interview

Punjab PCS Register C & A-II Exam Pattern 2026

While the PPSC administers a common Screening Test for both registers, separate merit lists will be maintained. A minimum qualifying score of 30% marks in the screening exam is required for shortlisting.

Feature Details
Name of Exam Screening Test (Written Examination)
Mode Offline (OMR-based answer sheet)
Total Questions 100
Total Marks 100
Type of Questions Objective Type (Multiple Choice Questions)
Duration 2 Hours (120 Minutes)
Standard Graduation Level
Language of Paper Bilingual (English and Punjabi). The question paper will be printed in both languages.
Negative Marking Yes (0.25 marks deducted for each wrong answer)

 

Also check
Punjab PCS Register C & A2 Syllabus

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