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PPSC PCS Exam 2026

Everything you need to know: Eligibility, application dates, syllabus, and official notification for 2026.

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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

ResourceLink
HomepagePPSC Website
ApplyRegistration Page
Information BrochurePPSC 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

Official Links & Resources

Official Website

https://ppsc.gov.in

Apply Online / Registration

https://ppsc.gov.in

Notification / Brochure

Download PDF

Detailed Syllabus

View Syllabus

Past Papers / Mock Tests

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