PSSSB Assistant District Attorney Recruitment 2026 - 170 Vacancies

The Punjab Subordinate Services Selection Board (PSSSB) is hiring 170 Assistant District Attorneys on a permanent basis under Advt. No. 09 of 2026. If you have a Bachelor of Law (LLB) degree and at least 2 years of practice at the Bar, this is your chance to enter Punjab's prosecution service. The starting basic salary is Rs. 35,400 per month as per the 7th CPC. The application window opens on 30 April 2026 and closes on 20 May 2026.

PSSSB Assistant District Attorney Recruitment 2026 - 170 Posts

The Punjab Subordinate Services Selection Board, Vaz Complex, Sector-68, S.A.S. Nagar, has released the official notification on 24 April 2026 for filling up 170 vacancies in the Group-B post of Assistant District Attorney under the Department of Personnel, Government of Punjab. This is a Group-B Punjab Civil Service position, and selection happens through an online MCQ written exam followed by document verification at counselling.

Vacancy Breakdown

The total vacancies are 170 posts, distributed across categories as follows:

• General: 76 posts (with 26 reserved for women)
• SC (M&B): 16 posts (06 for women)
• SC (R&O): 13 posts (05 for women)
• BC (Backward Classes): 20 posts (07 for women)
• EWS: 17 posts (05 for women)
• Ex-servicemen General: 06 posts (02 for women)
• Ex-servicemen SC (M&B): 02 posts
• Ex-servicemen SC (R&O): 03 posts
• Ex-servicemen BC: 02 posts
• Sports General: 02 posts (01 for women)
• Sports SC (M&B): 02 posts
• Sports SC (R&O): 02 posts
• Physically Handicapped (Ortho): 02 posts (01 for women)
• Physically Handicapped (Visually Impaired): 01 post
• Physically Handicapped (Hearing Impaired): 02 posts (01 for women)
• Physically Handicapped (ID/MD): 02 posts (01 for women)
• Freedom Fighter Dependent: 02 posts (01 for women)

Out of the total 170 vacancies, 56 posts are reserved for women as per the Punjab Civil Services (Reservation of Posts for Women) Rules, 2020.

Who Can Apply?

To apply for PSSSB Assistant District Attorney, you must meet these qualifications:

• Educational Qualification: A Bachelor of Law (LLB - Professional Degree) from a recognised university or institution. OR you should be a Barrister of England or Ireland, OR a member of the Faculty of Advocates of Scotland.
• Bar Experience: Minimum 2 years of practice experience at the Bar as on the last date of application.
• Advocates Act 1961: You must be eligible to be enrolled as an Advocate under the Advocates Act, 1961.
• Punjabi Language: You must have passed Matriculation (Class 10) with Punjabi as a compulsory or elective subject (or an equivalent Punjabi exam). This is required by Punjab Civil Services (General and Common Conditions of Service) Rules, 1994.
• Domicile: Reservation benefits are only for Punjab residents. You must upload a valid Punjab Domicile/Residence Certificate (issued within the last 5 years).

Age Limit

• Minimum Age: 18 years
• Maximum Age (General): 37 years
• SC/BC of Punjab: Up to 42 years
• State and Central Government employees: Up to 45 years
• Punjab PwD candidates: Up to 47 years (10 years relaxation)
• Widows, divorcees, certain married women: Up to 40 years
• Ex-servicemen of Punjab: As per Punjab Recruitment of Ex-Servicemen Rules, 1982
• Reference date: Age calculated as on 01 January 2026

Salary

• Basic Pay: Rs. 35,400 per month (7th Central Pay Commission)
• Pay Scale: As per Finance Department Personnel-1 letter dated 15.01.2015 and 04.10.2016
• Allowances: Dearness Allowance (DA), House Rent Allowance (HRA), and other applicable allowances as per Punjab Government rules

Application Fee

• General / Other Categories: Rs. 1,500
• SC / BC of Punjab: Rs. 750
• EWS / PwD / Ex-Servicemen / LDESM of Punjab: Rs. 500

Important: The fee once paid is not refundable under any circumstances.

Selection Process

1. Online Written Exam (MCQ): Objective Type Multiple Choice Questions test conducted online. Negative marking of 1/4 mark (0.25) for each wrong answer. Each correct answer carries 1 mark.
2. Merit List: The merit list is prepared based purely on the marks scored in the written exam. In case of tie, older candidates are placed higher; further ties are broken by educational marks, then matriculation marks.
3. Counselling and Document Verification: Shortlisted candidates are called for document verification. You need to bring originals of all certificates including domicile, category, and matriculation Punjabi proof.
4. Final Selection: Based on merit and successful document verification.

How to Apply

1. Go to the official PSSSB website at sssb.punjab.gov.in between 30 April 2026 and 20 May 2026.
2. Click on Apply Online link for Advt. No. 09 of 2026.
3. If you are a new user, click Registration and fill in your details. Your User ID will be your registered Email ID; a password will be generated.
4. Login with the User ID/Password and fill in the application form completely - personal details, educational details, and category code.
5. Upload your passport-size photo and scanned signature.
6. Click Attach Annexure and upload Class 10 certificate, educational certificates, and other required documents.
7. Click Make Payment and pay the application fee online.
8. Click Submit to finalise your application. Take a printout for future reference.

Note: Applications submitted by any other mode will not be accepted. Once submitted, no changes are allowed.

Important Dates

• Notification Released: 24 April 2026
• Online Application Start: 30 April 2026
• Last Date to Apply & Pay Fee: 20 May 2026
• Written Exam Date: To be announced on the board's website
• Admit Card Release: To be announced

• Represent the State of Punjab in district-level criminal courts and prosecute cases on behalf of the government
• Examine police case files, charge sheets, and evidence to prepare strong prosecution arguments
• Conduct trials, examine witnesses, and cross-examine defence witnesses in criminal proceedings
• Advise district police officers on legal aspects of investigation and case preparation
• File appeals, revisions, and applications in higher courts as required by the State
• Maintain case diaries, court registers, and submit periodic reports to senior prosecution officers
• Coordinate with the Director of Prosecution and District Attorney on important cases
• Stay updated on amendments to criminal laws, Supreme Court rulings, and Punjab Government legal directives