The Society for Centralized Recruitment of Staff in Subordinate Courts (S.S.S.C.) under the High Court of Punjab and Haryana at Chandigarh has released an employment notification (Detailed Employment Notice No. 37C/SSSC/PB/2026) for the direct recruitment of Clerks in the District Courts of Punjab.
A total of 1,270 vacancies have been announced across multiple reservation categories. Eligible graduates who have studied Punjabi at the Matriculation level and possess basic computer proficiency can register and submit their applications online through the official portal from October 7, 2026, to November 4, 2026.
Punjab & Haryana High Court Recruitment 2026 Overview
| Recruitment Body | Society for Centralized Recruitment of Staff in Subordinate Courts (S.S.S.C.) |
| High Court | High Court of Punjab and Haryana at Chandigarh |
| Employment Notice No. | 37C/SSSC/PB/2026 |
| Post Name | Clerk |
| Total Vacancies | 1,270 Posts |
| Department / Court Cadre | District Courts of Punjab |
| Job Category | Judicial Service / State Government Pay Scale |
| Application Mode | Online Only |
| Official Website | sssc.gov.in |
SSSC Punjab Clerk Recruitment 2026 Important Dates
| Event | Schedule |
| Notification Issue Date | October 03, 2026 |
| Online Application Opening Date | October 07, 2026 (04:00 PM) |
| Online Application Closing Date | November 04, 2026 (04:00 PM) |
| Crucial Date for Age Reckoning | January 01, 2026 |
| Written Examination (CBT) Date | To be notified shortly (Anywhere in Northern India) |
SSSC Punjab Clerk Jobs 2026: Vacancy Details
A total of 1,270 Clerk positions are to be filled in the District Courts of Punjab, comprising 1,248 existing vacancies (as on 31.08.2026) and 22 anticipated vacancies (up to 28.02.2027).
| Category | Vacancies as on 31.08.2026 | Anticipated Vacancies up to 28.02.2027 | Total Vacancies |
| General / Unreserved (UR) | 272 (71 for Women) | 10 (3 for Women) | 282 |
| Economically Weaker Sections (EWS) of Punjab | 141 (45 for Women) | 02 (1 for Women) | 143 |
| SC of Punjab (Balmikis / Mazhbi Sikhs) | 169 (70 for Women) | 01 (1 for Women) | 170 |
| SC of Punjab (Others) | 143 (83 for Women) | 04 | 147 |
| Backward Classes / OBC of Punjab | 133 (69 for Women) | 06 (2 for Women) | 139 |
| Ex-Servicemen (General) | 140 (55 for Women) | Nil | 140 |
| Ex-Servicemen (SC – Balmikis/Mazhbi Sikhs) | 36 | 01 | 37 |
| Ex-Servicemen (SC – Others) | 36 | Nil | 36 |
| Ex-Servicemen (BC/OBC of Punjab) | 35 | Nil | 35 |
| Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD) | 72 (28 for Women) | 02 | 74 |
| Sportsman of Punjab (General & SC) | 48 (8 for Women) | 01 | 49 |
| Freedom Fighter of Punjab | 20 (9 for Women) | Nil | 20 |
| Total Vacancies | 1,248 | 22 | 1,270 |
Note: Benefits of age relaxation, reservation, and fee concession apply only to bona fide residents of Punjab. Candidates from other states must apply under the Unreserved (General) category.
SSSC Punjab Clerk Education Details
Candidates must satisfy the following educational requirements on or before November 4, 2026:
Degree: Must hold a Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Bachelor of Science (B.Sc.), or an equivalent degree from a recognized University.
Matriculation Subject: Must have passed Matriculation (Class 10th) with Punjabi as one of the subjects.
Computer Proficiency: Must possess proficiency in operating computers.
Salary
Pay Scale: Placed in the pay scale of Rs. 29,200/- (Level-5) for graduates under the New Pay Scales of the Government of Punjab, adopted for subordinate courts.
Allowances: Entitled to usual Dearness Allowance (DA), House Rent Allowance (HRA), and other admissible state allowances as approved by the Government of Punjab from time to time.
Age Limit
Age is reckoned as on January 01, 2026:
| Category | Minimum Age | Maximum Age | Permissible Age Relaxation |
| General / Unreserved (UR) | 18 Years | 37 Years | Nil |
| Scheduled Caste (SC) of Punjab | 18 Years | 42 Years | 5 Years |
| BC / OBC of Punjab | 18 Years | 42 Years | 5 Years |
| PwBD of Punjab | 18 Years | 47 Years | 10 Years |
| Ex-Servicemen of Punjab | 18 Years | — | Service period rendered + 3 Years |
| In-Service Government Employees | 18 Years | 45 Years | Up to 45 Years (Punjab/Haryana/Centre/Courts) |
Selection Process
The selection process comprises a Computer-Based Test (CBT), followed by a Computer Proficiency Test (CPT) and testimonial verification:
| Stage | Mode & Components | Marks & Pattern | Qualifying / Weightage Criteria |
| Stage 1: Written Examination (CBT) | Part A: General Knowledge • Objective: 50 Questions Part B: English Composition • Objective: 20 Questions • Subjective: Essay (10), Letter (5), Précis (5), Punjabi to English Translation (10) | • Total Marks: 100 • Duration: 2 Hours • Negative Marking: 0.25 (1/4th) mark for each incorrect MCQ | • Qualifying Standards: Minimum 33% marks in each subject and 40% aggregate marks in CBT. • English Subjective portion evaluated only for those scoring 33%+ in General Knowledge. • Normalized score used for merit listing. |
| Stage 2: Computer Proficiency Test (CPT) | Part I: Spreadsheet Test • 10 Marks (10 Minutes duration) Part II: Computer Typing Test • English typing at 30 W.P.M. | Qualifying Only (Marks not counted for final merit) | • Minimum 40% (4 marks) required in Spreadsheet Test to qualify for typing evaluation. • Typing speed calculated as: $\frac{\text{Words typed} – \text{Mistakes}}{10}$. • Exemption provisions available for eligible PwBD candidates. |
| Stage 3: Document Verification & Final Merit | Verification of Original Testimonials & Interaction | — | Final select list prepared strictly based on the merit of normalized marks in the Written Examination (CBT). |
Application Fee
| Category | Online Facilitation Charges | Examination Fee | Total Fee Payable |
| General / Other States / All Other Categories | Rs. 550/- | Rs. 650/- | Rs. 1,200/- |
| SC / BC / OBC / ESM / EWS of Punjab | Rs. 550/- | Rs. 160/- | Rs. 710/- |
| PwBD Candidates of Punjab | Rs. 550/- | Rs. 325/- | Rs. 875/- |
Fees must be paid online via Net Banking, Debit Card, Credit Card, or UPI and are non-refundable.
Punjab and Haryana High Court Recruitment 2026: How to Apply
- Visit the official recruitment portal of S.S.S.C. at sssc.gov.in.
- Under the navigation menu, select the link titled “Clerk – District Courts of Punjab”.
- Complete the registration form by providing personal details, an active email ID, and mobile number to generate a Registration ID and Password.
- Ensure the device has a functioning webcam, as capturing and uploading a real-time photograph during application filling is mandatory.
- Upload a recent passport-sized photograph (taken within one month against a white background) and a clear scanned specimen signature.
- Fill in educational credentials, confirming Punjabi at Matriculation and graduation degree details.
- Preview all application entries before proceeding to payment, as modifications cannot be made after final submission.
- Pay the non-refundable examination fee through the integrated online payment gateway.
- Submit the application and download the printed confirmation page and fee receipt for future reference.
Important Links
| Punjab & Haryana High Court Clerk Official Notification PDF | Click Here |
| Punjab & Haryana High Court Clerk Apply Online Link | Click Here |
Official Links
| Resource | Official Link |
| S.S.S.C. Official Portal | sssc.gov.in |
| Online Application Registration Link | S.S.S.C. Clerk Application Portal |
| Technical Support Helpdesk | Phone: +91 95948-04606 / 022-61087580 |
| Recruitment Enquiry Helpline | Phone: 0172-2722012 / +91 91158-98394 |
