Graduates in Punjab looking for a stable government job in the judiciary have good news. The Society for Centralized Recruitment of Staff in Subordinate Courts (SSSC), working under the High Court of Punjab and Haryana, Chandigarh, has released Detailed Employment Notice No. 37C/SSSC/PB/2026 dated 03/10/2026. It invites online applications for 1270 Clerk posts in the District Courts of Punjab through direct recruitment.

The selected candidates will get a pay of Rs. 29,200 (Level 5), along with the security and respect that come with a court job. Applications are open from 07/10/2026 and the last date is 04/11/2026 (4:00 PM). This guide covers everything you need: vacancies, eligibility, age limit, fee, selection process, exam pattern and the step-by-step application process.

IMPORTANT DATES

Starting Date : 07/10/2026

Last Date : 04/11/2026 (04:00 P.M)

Exam Date : To be Announced Later

IMPORTANT LINKS

Apply Link : Click here for Apply Link

Notification Pdfs : Click here to downlaod official Advertisement Pdfs

SSSC official website : Click here for Official SSSC Website

VACANCY DETAILS

ELIGIBILITY CRITERIA

Educational Qualification

• A Bachelor of Arts or Bachelor of Science degree (or equivalent) from a recognized university.

• Matriculation passed with Punjabi as one subject.

• Proficiency in computer operation.

• Qualification must be complete as on the closing date of applications.

APPLICATION FEE

• Fee is paid online and is non-refundable.
• Payment can be made through internet banking, debit card, credit card or UPI. The application counts as submitted only after the fee is paid.

EXAM PATTERN

The exam is a 2-hour computer based test of 100 marks.

• Negative marking: 1/4 mark is deducted for every wrong answer.

• Qualifying marks: 33% in each subject and 40% in aggregate.

• The subjective part is typed on the computer and is checked only if you score 33% or more in General Knowledge.

• If the exam is held in multiple shifts, objective marks are normalized.

COMPUTER PROFICIENCY TEST (QUALIFYING)

• Part I, Spreadsheet Test: 10 marks, 10 minutes. You need at least 4 marks.

• Part II, Typing Test: English typing at 30 words per minute. It is checked only if you pass Part I.

• CPT marks are not added to the final merit.

• Certain PwBD candidates can apply for exemption with the required disability or medical certificates within 15 days of the written exam result.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

1. How many vacancies are there in Punjab District Court Clerk Recruitment 2026? There are 1270 Clerk posts.

2. What is the last date to apply? 04/11/2026 at 4:00 PM.

3. What is the qualification for Punjab Court Clerk? A BA/BSc degree (or equivalent), matriculation with Punjabi, and computer proficiency.

4. What is the maximum age limit? 37 years for General, with 5 years relaxation for SC and BC/OBC of Punjab, 10 years for PwBD, and up to 45 years for in-service employees.

5. Is there negative marking? Yes, 1/4 mark is deducted for each wrong answer in objective questions.

6. What is the salary of a Punjab Court Clerk? Rs. 29,200 per month (Level 5).

7. Can candidates from other states apply? Yes, but only under the General category, without reservation, age relaxation or fee concession.