PSSSB JE Recruitment 2026: Application Reopened for 262 Junior Engineer

The Punjab Subordinate Services Selection Board (PSSSB) has reopened online applications for 262 Junior Engineer (JE) posts in Civil, Mechanical and Electrical disciplines under Advertisement No. 07/2026. Candidates who missed the earlier deadline can now apply online until 17 November 2026 at sssb.punjab.gov.in. Check eligibility, age limit, application fees, salary, selection process and revised dates.

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PSSSB JE Recruitment 2026 application reopened for 262 Junior Engineer posts in Civil, Mechanical and Electrical disciplines. Apply online by 17 November 2026.

The Punjab Subordinate Services Selection Board (PSSSB) has reopened the online application window for 262 Junior Engineer (JE) vacancies under Advertisement No. 07/2026. Candidates who missed the previous registration deadlines can now apply online from 11 November to 17 November 2026 through the official website, sssb.punjab.gov.in.

The recruitment covers Junior Engineer posts in Civil, Mechanical and Electrical engineering disciplines across various Punjab Government departments. Candidates who have already submitted valid applications under the same advertisement do not need to apply again.

PSSSB JE Recruitment 2026 – Application Reopened Latest Update

The PSSSB Junior Engineer recruitment process was originally announced in March 2026. Following subsequent developments, the board reopened the application window in October and has now provided another opportunity for eligible candidates in November.

The latest reopened application window is from 11 November to 17 November 2026. This is not a fresh recruitment notification but a reopening of the existing recruitment process under Advertisement No. 07/2026.

Candidates who could not complete their applications earlier should use this opportunity to register before the revised deadline.

PSSSB JE Recruitment 2026 Overview

Particulars

Details

Organization

Punjab Subordinate Services Selection Board

Advertisement Number

07/2026

Post Name

Junior Engineer (JE)

Total Vacancies

262

Disciplines

Civil, Mechanical, Electrical

Application Status

Reopened

Reopening Date

11 November 2026

Last Date to Apply

17 November 2026

Qualification

Engineering Diploma / Degree

Age Limit

18–37 Years (General)

Basic Salary

₹35,400 per month

Selection Process

Written Examination and Document Verification

Job Location

Punjab

Official Website

sssb.punjab.gov.in

PSSSB JE Recruitment 2026 Important Dates

Candidates should carefully check the original and revised application dates.

Event

Date

Original Notification Release

13 March 2026

Original Application Deadline

6 April 2026

Previous Reopening

12–27 October 2026

Latest Application Reopening

11 November 2026

Reopened Application Last Date

17 November 2026

Fee Payment Deadline

17 November 2026

Written Examination

6 and 12 December 2026 (reported schedule)

Admit Card

To Be Announced

Important: The December examination dates have been reported by recruitment information portals. Candidates should verify the latest examination schedule through the official PSSSB website.

PSSSB Junior Engineer Vacancy 2026 – Post-wise Details

A total of 262 vacancies have been reported for Junior Engineer positions across three engineering disciplines.

Post Name

Vacancies

Junior Engineer (Civil)

228

Junior Engineer (Mechanical)

2

Junior Engineer (Electrical)

32

Total

262

The positions are associated with departments such as Water Resources, Public Works and Rural Development and Panchayats. Candidates should consult the official vacancy statement for department-wise and reservation-wise distribution.

PSSSB JE Eligibility Criteria 2026

Applicants must satisfy the educational qualification and other eligibility requirements specified in the recruitment notification.

Educational Qualification

Junior Engineer (Civil): Candidates must possess a three-year Diploma or Degree in Civil Engineering from a recognized institution.

Junior Engineer (Mechanical): Applicants must hold a relevant Diploma or Degree in Mechanical Engineering.

Junior Engineer (Electrical): Candidates must possess a Diploma or Degree in Electrical Engineering.

Additionally, candidates are generally required to have passed Punjabi at the Matriculation level or possess an accepted equivalent qualification, subject to the recruitment rules.

PSSSB JE Age Limit 2026

The age of applicants is calculated as of 1 January 2026.

Category

Maximum Age

General

37 Years

Punjab SC / BC

42 Years

Eligible Government Employees

45 Years

Punjab PwD Candidates

47 Years

The minimum age is 18 years. Other applicable age relaxations will be provided according to Punjab Government rules.

PSSSB JE Application Fee 2026

The application fee varies according to the candidate's category.

Category

Application Fee

General / Other Categories

₹1,500

Punjab SC / BC

₹750

Eligible EWS / PwD / Ex-Servicemen / LDESM

₹500

Candidates must complete the prescribed fee payment process within the reopened application period. The application fee is generally non-refundable.

How to Apply Online for PSSSB JE Recruitment 2026?

Eligible candidates can submit their applications through the official PSSSB recruitment portal.

  1. Visit the official website at https://sssb.punjab.gov.in.

  2. Open the Online Applications section.

  3. Find Advertisement No. 07/2026 for Junior Engineer recruitment.

  4. Select the relevant Civil, Mechanical or Electrical post.

  5. Complete registration and enter personal and educational details.

  6. Upload the required photograph, signature and certificates.

  7. Pay the applicable application fee as instructed.

  8. Submit the application form and save a copy for future reference.

Important for Previously Registered Candidates: Applicants who have already successfully submitted their applications under Advertisement No. 07/2026 are not required to submit another application.

PSSSB JE Selection Process 2026

The selection process primarily consists of the following stages:

Stage 1 – Written Examination: Candidates must appear for an objective-type examination covering their engineering discipline and general subjects.

Stage 2 – Document Verification: Shortlisted candidates will be called to verify their educational qualifications, category certificates and other required documents.

Final selection will depend on examination performance, eligibility and applicable recruitment rules.

PSSSB JE Exam Pattern 2026

The reported written examination pattern is as follows:

Section

Questions

Marks

Engineering Subject

80

80

General Knowledge, Punjab History, Reasoning, Punjabi, English and ICT

40

40

Total

120

120

  • Examination Duration: 2 Hours

  • Question Type: Multiple Choice Questions

  • Marks per Correct Answer: 1

  • Negative Marking: 0.25 marks per incorrect answer

Candidates should confirm the final paper scheme through the official syllabus and examination notice.

PSSSB Junior Engineer Salary 2026

Selected Junior Engineers will receive an initial basic salary of ₹35,400 per month under Pay Level 6, subject to applicable service conditions.

Other admissible benefits may include Dearness Allowance, House Rent Allowance and additional government allowances according to the relevant rules.

PSSSB JE Recruitment 2026 – Important Links

Description

Link

Apply Online

https://sssb.punjab.gov.in

Official Notification

Advertisement No. 07/2026

Reopening Notice

Check latest public notices on official website

Official Website

https://sssb.punjab.gov.in

Candidates should refer to the latest official notices before submitting their applications.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Q1. Is the PSSSB JE Recruitment 2026 application form reopened?

Yes. The application window has reopened from 11 November to 17 November 2026.

Q2. What is the last date to apply for PSSSB JE Recruitment 2026?

The revised application deadline is 17 November 2026.

Q3. How many vacancies are available?

A total of 262 Junior Engineer vacancies have been reported across Civil, Mechanical and Electrical disciplines.

Q4. Do previously registered candidates need to apply again?

No. Candidates who have already successfully applied under Advertisement No. 07/2026 do not need to submit another application.

Q5. What is the salary of a PSSSB Junior Engineer?

The initial basic salary is ₹35,400 per month under Pay Level 6.

Conclusion

The reopening of the PSSSB JE Recruitment 2026 application window provides another opportunity for engineering diploma and degree holders to apply for 262 Junior Engineer vacancies in Punjab.

Eligible candidates who missed the earlier deadlines should complete their online applications by 17 November 2026. Applicants are advised to verify the latest official instructions, eligibility conditions and examination schedule before applying.

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Official source

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