The latest Subordinate Services Selection Board (SSSB), Punjab Recruitment 2026 has been announced for Line Superintendent, Group-C posts! Published on 02 May 2026 at https://sssb.punjab.gov.in, this new recruitment drive offers 6 openings for eligible candidates. Applicants within the 18–37 years age group for General and 18–42 years for SC (Punjab residents) and possessing a three-year Diploma in Electrical Engineering along with Matriculation with Punjabi as a compulsory/elective subject are eligible to apply online from 15 May 2026 to 05 June 2026. Find all details about the SSSB Punjab Line Superintendent new vacancy 2026, including eligibility, online form, and notification PDF here
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 Candidates who had applied under Advertisement No. 08/2023 (now withdrawn) must apply afresh; they are exempt from fee payment and their age cut-off date will be 01-01-2023.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
Punjab SSSB Line Superintendent Recruitment 2026 Important Dates
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.
Category Codes for Online Application:
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
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.
Punjab SSSB Line Superintendent Recruitment 2026 – Application Fee
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
- 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)
Tie-Breaking Rules
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.
