ERD Punjab PTI Recruitment 2026 — 2000 Vacancies

ERD Punjab is hiring 2000 Physical Training Instructors (PTI) for the Primary Cadre under the School Education Department, Punjab. If you have 12th Pass with a Certificate, Diploma or Degree in Physical Education (C.P.Ed/D.P.Ed/B.P.Ed), you can apply online. The last date to apply is 31 August 2026. You should be between 18 and 37 years old, and 650 posts are reserved for women.

Education Recruitment Directorate, Punjab (ERD Punjab) PTI Primary Cadre Recruitment 2026 - 2000 Posts

The Education Recruitment Directorate, Punjab (ERD Punjab), under the School Education Department, has released a notification for 2000 Physical Training Instructor (PTI) posts in the Primary Cadre. Out of the total vacancies, 650 posts are reserved for women candidates. This is one of the largest PTI recruitment drives in Punjab in recent years — a solid opportunity for candidates with a background in physical education to join Punjab's primary schools.

ERD Punjab is the dedicated recruitment body that the Punjab government set up to fill teaching and non-teaching posts across the state's school system in a transparent, centralized way. Physical Training Instructors at the Primary Cadre level work directly with young children, so this recruitment is aimed at building fitness and sports culture from the earliest years of schooling. If you already hold a physical education qualification and are looking for a stable government job with statewide postings, this notification opens up thousands of openings at once.

Given the scale of 2000 vacancies, competition will still be significant, but the sheer number of posts means a meaningfully higher chance of selection compared to typical government recruitment drives that fill only a handful of positions. Candidates from both urban and rural parts of Punjab are expected to apply in large numbers before the deadline.

Vacancy Breakdown

• Total PTI (Primary Cadre) posts: 2000
• Reserved for Women: 650 posts

Who Can Apply?

• Qualification: You need to have passed 12th standard (10+2) along with a Certificate, Diploma or Degree in Physical Education (C.P.Ed / D.P.Ed / B.P.Ed).
• Skills: You should know physical training methods, fitness instruction, and how to conduct sports and games activities for primary school children.
• Domicile: Check the official notification on the ERD Punjab website for any domicile or residency conditions that may apply to your category.
• Who Should Apply: This role suits candidates who enjoy working with young children and want a career that combines teaching, coaching and school-level sports administration.

Age Limit

• You should be between 18 and 37 years old.
• Age Relaxation: Applicable for reserved categories as per Punjab Government rules.

Salary

• Selected candidates will get a fixed monthly pay as per the Punjab State Elementary Education (Physical Training Instructor) Service Rules, 2023 (as amended in 2025).
• No other allowances will be paid during the probation period.
• Once you clear probation and are confirmed in service, you become eligible for the standard pay progression and benefits available to Punjab government school staff.

Application Fee

The application fee for this recruitment is category-based and differs for General, SC/BC and Ex-Servicemen/PwD applicants. Since the exact amount can change between the draft notification and the final advertisement, check the fee table on the official ERD Punjab website (erd.punjab.gov.in) before you start filling the form, and keep your payment confirmation safe for future reference.

Selection Process

The selection will be done in 3 stages:

1. Written Examination: Tests your knowledge and aptitude for the PTI post.
2. Physical Eligibility Test: A qualifying test. Final merit also factors in sports achievement weightage, with your combined score calculated out of 100 marks.
3. Document Verification and Medical Examination: Shortlisted candidates undergo document checks and a medical fitness test before final selection.

Because physical fitness is part of the job itself, ERD Punjab treats the Physical Eligibility Test as a genuine screening step rather than a formality, so you should prepare physically as seriously as you prepare for the written paper.

How to Apply

1. Go to the ERD Punjab portal at erd.punjab.gov.in.
2. Register with a valid email ID and phone number.
3. Read the detailed advertisement carefully to confirm your eligibility, category and applicable fee before you begin filling the form.
4. Fill in the online application form with your personal and educational details.
5. Upload your scanned photograph, signature and documents.
6. Pay the application fee through debit card, credit card or net banking.
7. Submit the form and take a printout for your records.

Important Dates

• Notification Date: 30 July 2026
• Online Application Start: 01 August 2026
• Last Date to Apply Online: 31 August 2026

With applications open for exactly one month, you have enough time to gather your documents, get your physical education certificates verified, and prepare for the Physical Eligibility Test — but it is still worth applying early rather than waiting until the last few days, especially given the scale of this recruitment.

• Conduct daily physical training and sports sessions for primary school students
• Plan age-appropriate exercises, games and fitness activities
• Train students for inter-school sports competitions and events
• Maintain sports equipment and playground facilities
• Monitor student health and fitness levels
• Organize annual sports day and physical fitness assessments
• Guide talented students towards competitive sports opportunities
• Follow school safety guidelines during physical activities