PSSSB Senior Assistant Recruitment 2026 - 309 Group B Posts

309 Senior Assistant vacancies have been announced by the Punjab Subordinate Services Selection Board under Advertisement No. 06 of 2026. This is a Group B level position offering a monthly starting pay of Rs. 35,400 under 7th CPC Level 6, and the posts are spread across multiple departments of the Punjab Government.

Key Highlights

• 309 total vacancies to be filled across various Punjab Government departments including Group B, Group C, and Group D cadres
• Pay Scale: Level 6 — Rs. 35,400 to Rs. 1,12,400 per month plus allowances as per Punjab Government norms
• Reservation applicable only for Punjab domicile candidates — you will need a valid Domicile/Residence Certificate
• Candidates must possess Punjabi language proficiency at Matriculation level — this is mandatory, no exceptions
• A 120-hour computer course from a recognized institution OR an O Level certificate from DOEACC is required alongside your Bachelor's degree
• The merit list prepared from this recruitment will remain valid until 30 September 2026

Selection Process

Your journey to becoming a Senior Assistant involves two stages. First, you will appear for a written examination consisting of objective-type (MCQ) questions. Each correct answer earns you 1 mark, while every wrong answer costs you 0.25 marks as negative marking. Based on your written exam score, a merit list will be prepared. Candidates who clear the written exam must then pass a computer-based typing test in both English and Punjabi at a speed of 30 words per minute. The Punjabi typing test uses Unicode Compliant Font Raavi, so make sure you practice with this font.

Preparation Tips

1. Focus on Punjabi typing practice — the Raavi font typing test is qualifying in nature, so consistent daily practice of at least 30 minutes will help you hit the 30 WPM target
2. Master the negative marking strategy — with 0.25 marks deducted per wrong answer, avoid random guessing and attempt only questions you are reasonably confident about
3. Keep checking the PSSSB website for syllabus and exam pattern updates — the board will upload the detailed syllabus and exam schedule on their official website
4. Prepare your documents early — gather your Domicile Certificate, caste certificate, educational certificates, and computer course certificate well before the exam date

Documents You Will Need

• 10th Class Certificate — for date of birth verification and Punjabi language proof
• Graduation Degree/Marksheet — must be from a recognized university
• Computer Course Certificate — 120-hour course from a Government-recognized or ISO 9001 certified institution, or O Level from DOEACC
• Domicile/Residence Certificate of Punjab — mandatory for reservation benefits; must not be older than 5 years at the time of counselling
• Caste/Category Certificate — issued by competent authority as per Punjab Government norms
• Passport-size Photograph and Signature — recent photograph for online application upload
• Ex-Servicemen Certificate — if applicable, issued by the competent military authority
• Sports Certificate — if claiming reservation under sports category
• Freedom Fighter Certificate — if applicable
• Disability Certificate — if applying under PwD category

• Handle administrative and clerical duties in Punjab Government departments
• Manage official correspondence, file maintenance, and record keeping
• Prepare reports, draft letters, and maintain databases using computer applications
• Assist senior officers in day-to-day administrative tasks
• Handle typing work in both English and Punjabi languages
• Maintain confidentiality of government records and documents