PSSSB Line Superintendent Recruitment 2026: Apply Online for 06 Group-C Posts

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🕒 Last Updated: May 10, 2026
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Job Overview / Summary
Organization Subordinate Services Selection Board (SSSB), Punjab
Post Name Line Superintendent, Group-C
Qualification Three-year Diploma in Electrical Engineering + Matriculation with Punjabi
Location Punjab, Punjab
Salary Rs. 35,400/- (Level-6) + Allowances
Last Date to Apply 05 June 2026
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Punjab SSSB Line Superintendent Recruitment 2026 Notification PDF

The Subordinate Services Selection Board (SSSB), Punjab, Van Bhawan, Sector-68, SAS Nagar has officially released Advertisement No. 11 of 2026 dated 02/05/2026 for recruitment to 6 posts of Line Superintendent, Group-C under the Punjab Government, Electricity Department (Energy Branch). The notification includes complete details on vacancies, eligibility, selection process, fee, and application instructions. Candidates who had applied under Advertisement No. 08/2023 (now withdrawn) must apply afresh; they are exempt from fee payment and their age cut-off date will be 01-01-2023. Candidates are strongly advised to read the full notification before applying online.

Punjab SSSB Line Superintendent Recruitment 2026 Overview

Board Name Subordinate Services Selection Board (SSSB), Punjab, SAS Nagar
Advertisement No. 11 of 2026 dated 02/05/2026
Post Name Line Superintendent, Group-C
Department Punjab Government, Electricity Department (Energy Branch)
Total Vacancies 6 (including Backlog)
Pay Scale Rs. 35,400/- (Level-6) as per 7th Central Pay Commission Pay Scale + Allowances
Application Mode Online only (via https://sssb.punjab.gov.in)
Selection Mode Written Examination (MCQ) – Part A (Qualifying) + Part B (Merit) → Counselling/Document Verification
Mandatory Requirement Domicile/Residence Certificate of Punjab (not older than 5 years)
Official Website https://sssb.punjab.gov.in

Punjab SSSB Line Superintendent Recruitment 2026 Important Dates

Event Date
Date of Advertisement 02/05/2026
Opening of Online Application Portal 15-05-2026
Last Date for Online Application & Fee Submission 05-06-2026
Age Calculated As On 01-01-2026
Age Cut-off for Advt. No. 08/2023 Applicants 01-01-2023
Written Examination Date To be notified on https://sssb.punjab.gov.in

Punjab SSSB Line Superintendent Recruitment 2026 – Vacancy Details

A total of 6 vacancies have been announced for the post of Line Superintendent (Group-C) under the Electricity Department, Punjab. These are distributed across General, SC (Mazhabi & Balmiki), and SC (Ramdasia & Others) categories with reservation for women within each category.

Sr. No. Category Total Vacancies (including Backlog) Reserved for Women (out of Total)
01 General 04 01
02 SC (M&B) – Mazhabi & Balmiki 01 01
03 SC (R&O) – Ramdasia & Others 01 00
Total 06 02

Category Codes for Online Application:

Sr. No. Category Code
1 General 101
2 SC (Mazhabi & Balmiki) 103
3 SC (Ramdasia & Others) 104

Note: Category and category code once filled in the online form cannot be changed at any stage. Reservation benefits are available only to residents of Punjab.

Punjab SSSB Line Superintendent Recruitment 2026 – Eligibility Criteria

Candidates must fulfill all eligibility conditions on or before the last date of online application (05-06-2026). Domicile/Residence Certificate of Punjab (not older than 5 years at time of submission) is mandatory for all candidates irrespective of category (male or female).

Educational Qualification

Qualification Details
Technical Qualification Three years Diploma in Electrical Engineering from a recognized institution
Mandatory Language Requirement Must have passed Matriculation (10th standard) examination with Punjabi as a compulsory or elective subject — as per Punjab Civil Services (General and Common Conditions of Service) Rules, 1994, Rule 17
Punjabi Language Qualifying Test For Group-C posts: Must secure minimum 50% marks in qualifying Punjabi Language test equivalent to Matriculation standard — as per Punjab Govt. Notification No. GSR72/Const./Art.309/Amd.(22)/2022 dated 28.10.2022
Mandatory Domicile Requirement Valid Domicile/Residence Certificate of Punjab — not older than 5 years; mandatory for all candidates

Punjab SSSB Line Superintendent Recruitment 2026 – Age Limit

Candidates' age is calculated as on 01-01-2026 (for candidates who applied under Advt. No. 08/2023, age cut-off is 01-01-2023). Minimum age for any category is 18 years.

Category Age Limit
General (UR) 18 to 37 years (as on 01-01-2026)
SC (Punjab Residents) 18 to 42 years
State / Central Government Employees Maximum 45 years (NOC from department required at counselling)
Widows, Divorcees and certain other categories of married women Relaxed up to 40 years (as per Punjab Govt. letter No. 1/50/83-5PP(1368)/3454 dated 23.04.1984)

Punjab SSSB Line Superintendent Recruitment 2026 – Application Fee

Category Recruitment Fee
General Category (UR) Rs. 1,000/- (Rupees One Thousand only)
SC (All sub-categories) Rs. 250/- (Rupees Two Hundred and Fifty only)
Applicants from Advt. No. 08/2023 (re-applying) Fee Exempt (No fee required)

Note: Fee once paid is non-refundable under any circumstances. Application without successful fee payment will be treated as incomplete and rejected.

Punjab SSSB Line Superintendent Recruitment 2026 – Selection Process

The selection process consists of an Objective Type MCQ Written Examination (Part A + Part B) followed by Document Verification / Counselling. Final merit list is prepared on the basis of Part-B marks only.

Written Examination Structure

Part Subject Nature Marks Negative Marking
Part A Punjabi Language (Matriculation Level) Qualifying only (minimum 50% required to pass) No
Part B Technical / Job-related subjects Merit basis 1 mark per question Yes – ¼ mark deducted per wrong answer
  • Merit List will be prepared based on Part-B marks only.
  • Candidates whose names appear in the Merit List will be called for Document Verification / Counselling.
  • Number of candidates called for counselling will be decided by the Board category-wise.
  • Appearing in examination, being in merit list, or being called for counselling does not confer any right of recommendation — candidature is confirmed only after eligibility is fully established.

Qualifying Marks – Punjabi Language (Part A)

Minimum marks required to qualify Part A (Punjabi) 50%
Failure to secure 50% in Punjabi Disqualified from final merit list irrespective of Part-B score

Tie-Breaking Rules

1st Tie-Break Date of birth – older candidate given preference
2nd Tie-Break Higher percentage in required educational qualification (Diploma)
3rd Tie-Break Higher marks in Matriculation (10th standard)

How to Apply for Punjab SSSB Line Superintendent Recruitment 2026

Applications must be submitted online only through the SSSB Punjab portal https://sssb.punjab.gov.in. Applications submitted by any other mode (post, in person, etc.) will not be accepted and will be rejected.

New users must first register on the portal to generate a User ID and password, then log in and complete the online application. Once the application form is submitted, no changes/corrections can be made under any circumstances.

Candidates who applied under Advt. No. 08/2023 must register afresh, generate a new User ID, and verify their previously submitted Application Number and Date of Birth during the process.

Documents to be uploaded at time of Online Application:

  • 10th class certificate (for age proof and Punjabi language qualification)
  • Educational/Technical qualification certificate (3-year Diploma in Electrical Engineering)
  • Domicile/Residence Certificate of Punjab (not older than 5 years)
  • Caste Certificate (SC) if applicable — as per Punjab Govt. instructions
  • Any other mandatory document as specified in the portal

Documents to be produced in Original + Attested Copies at Counselling:

  • Educational qualification certificates (10th, Diploma)
  • Domicile/Residence Certificate of Punjab
  • SC Certificate (if applicable)
  • NOC from department (for State/Central Govt. employees claiming age relaxation)
  • Any other category-related certificate as demanded by the Board

Apply Online at: https://sssb.punjab.gov.in

Important Instructions for Punjab SSSB Line Superintendent Recruitment 2026 Candidates

  • Online applications only — no manual or postal applications will be accepted.
  • Category and category code once filled cannot be changed at any stage.
  • Reservation benefits are available only to residents of Punjab.
  • All required educational qualifications must be completed on or before the last date of application (05-06-2026).
  • Fee once paid is non-refundable; application without successful fee payment will be summarily rejected.
  • Photograph (passport size / live camera capture) and scanned signature must be uploaded — applications without these will be treated as incomplete.
  • Required certificates must be uploaded in PDF format as per portal specifications at time of online application.
  • Once application form is submitted, no correction/modification will be permitted under any circumstances.
  • Candidates are advised to apply themselves and not take help of any cyber cafe attendant or third party — any error in the form is the candidate's own responsibility.
  • No TA/DA will be paid for attending written examination or counselling.
  • All information regarding exam date, admit card, exam centre, result, merit list, and other updates will be published ONLY on the official website https://sssb.punjab.gov.in — no individual communication will be sent.
  • Candidates must regularly check the Board's website until the recruitment process is complete.
  • If a candidate is already debarred by SSSB Punjab or any other institution, they are not eligible to apply.
  • Govt. employees must produce NOC from their department at the time of counselling.

Frequently Asked Questions

The last date for online application and fee submission is 05 June 2026.
A total of 6 vacancies (including backlog) are announced: 4 for General, 1 for SC (M&B), and 1 for SC (R&O).
Candidates must have a three-year Diploma in Electrical Engineering and Matriculation with Punjabi as a compulsory or elective subject.
General category candidates must be between 18 and 37 years as on 01-01-2026.
Yes, candidates who applied under Advertisement No. 08/2023 (now withdrawn) are exempt from paying the application fee.
Selection includes a written exam (Part A qualifying Punjabi test and Part B technical MCQs) followed by document verification/counselling.
Apply online through the official SSSB Punjab website at https://sssb.punjab.gov.in.
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