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Upcoming
Exam: 5 Jul 2026
Punjab Public Service Commission
Punjab Civil Services Combined Competitive Examination 2026
PPSC (Punjab Public Service Commission) selects candidates for elite posts through the PCS exam.
1. Exam Calendar
- Notification Availability: February 2026.
- Registration Deadline: March 2026.
- Preliminary Exam: Expected in July 2026.
2. Highly Preferred Posts
- Punjab Civil Services (Executive Branch)
- Deputy Superintendent of Police (DSP)
- Tehsildar
- Excise and Taxation Officer
- Block Development & Panchayat Officer
3. Informative Links
| Resource | Link |
|---|---|
| Homepage | PPSC Website |
| Apply | Registration Page |
| Information Brochure | PPSC Notice |
4. Assessment Stages
- Prelims: Objective MCQ base consisting of General Studies and CSAT. Note: No negative marking is a distinct feature but check the latest circular.
- Mains Exam: Mandatory tests involving Punjabi, English language tests and general studies papers (There are no optional subjects).
- Interview: 150 Marks total out of 1500 possible final selection marks.
Important Dates
Exam Timeline
Notification Released5 February 2026
Application Starts15 February 2026
Exam Date5 July 2026
Eligibility Criteria
Age Limit
Age Criteria
21 to 37 Years (Relaxation available)
Qualification
Education
Bachelor's Degree (Matriculation should be in Punjabi)
Attempts
Limits
4 attempts for General, 9 for OBC, No Limit for SC
How to Apply
Follow this step-by-step guide to fill the PPSC PCS Exam 2026 application form correctly.
Documents Required
- Scanned Passport Size Photo (20-50kb, JPG)
- Scanned Signature (10-20kb, JPG)
- Class 10th & 12th Marksheets
- Category Certificate (if applicable)
Syllabus & Pattern
Download Official Syllabus
The detailed syllabus and exam pattern are available in the official notification PDF.
Download Notification PDF