The Society for Centralized Recruitment of Staff in Subordinate Courts (S.S.S.C.) is inviting applications for the post of Clerk. A total of 1270 vacancies are available, and the last date to apply is 4 November 2026.
Society for Centralized Clerk Recruitment 2026, 1270 Posts: Overview
| Organization | Society for Centralized Recruitment of Staff in Subordinate Courts (S.S.S.C.), High Court of Punjab and Haryana, Chandigarh |
| Post Name | Clerk |
| Advt No | 37C/SSSC/PB/2026 |
| Total Vacancies | 1270 |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Job Location | District Courts across the State of Punjab |
| Official Website | sssc.gov.in |
Important Dates
The following are the important dates related to the recruitment process.
| Notice Publication Date | 3 October 2026 |
| Online Application Opening Date | 7 October 2026, 4:00 PM |
| Online Application Closing Date | 4 November 2026, 4:00 PM |
| Age Reckoning Date | 1 January 2026 |
Application Fee
Candidates are required to pay the following application fees based on their category.
| Category | Online Facilitation Charges (₹) | Examination Fee (₹) | Total Fee (₹) |
| SC/BC/OBC/ESM/EWS of Punjab | 550 | 160 | 710 |
| Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD) of Punjab | 550 | 325 | 875 |
| All other categories | 550 | 650 | 1,200 |
Age Limit
The age limit for applicants is calculated as of 1 January 2026. The following table provides detailed age limits and relaxations for different categories.
| Category | Minimum Age | Maximum Age | Relaxation in Upper Age Limit |
| Unreserved (UR)/General | 18 years | 37 years | – |
| Scheduled Caste (SC) of Punjab | 18 years | 37 years | 5 years |
| Backward Classes (BC)/Other Backward Classes (OBC) of Punjab | 18 years | 37 years | 5 years |
| Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD) of Punjab | 18 years | 37 years | 10 years |
| Ex-Servicemen of Punjab | 18 years | No fixed upper limit stated | Number of years of military service rendered, plus 3 years |
| In-Service Employees | 18 years | 45 years | – |
Vacancy Details
A total of 1270 posts of Clerk are to be filled, with the possibility of changes in the number of vacancies. The following table provides a breakdown of vacancies by category.
| Category | Posts as on 31.08.2026 (Total) | Posts as on 31.08.2026 (Women) | Anticipated Posts up to 28.02.2027 (Total) | Anticipated Posts up to 28.02.2027 (Women) | |
| Un-reserved (UR)/General | 201 | 71 | 7 | 3 | |
| Economically Weaker Sections (EWS) of Punjab | 96 | 45 | 1 | 1 | |
| Scheduled Castes (Balmikis/Mazhbi Sikhs) of Punjab | 99 | 70 | 0 | 1 | |
| Scheduled Castes (Others) of Punjab | 83 | 60 | 4 | 0 | |
| Backward Classes (BC)/Other Backward Classes (OBC) of Punjab | 69 | 64 | 4 | 2 | |
| Freedom Fighter of Punjab | 11 | 9 | – | – | |
| Sportsman of Punjab (General) | 8 | See official notification for exact Women/Anticipated breakup | – | – | |
| Sportsman of Punjab (Scheduled Castes) | 22 | See official notification for exact Women/Anticipated breakup | – | – | |
| Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD) | (a) Low Vision | 14 | 8 | – | – |
| (b) Hard of Hearing | 10 | 8 | – | 2 | |
| (c) Locomotor disability categories | 8 | 7 | – | – | |
| (d) SLD, MI and (e) MD | 10 | 5 | – | – | |
| Ex-Servicemen of Punjab (General) | 55 | 85 | – | – | |
| Ex-Servicemen of Punjab (SC – Balmikis/Mazhbi Sikhs) | 36 | – | – | – | |
| Ex-Servicemen of Punjab (SC – Others) | 36 | 1 | – | – | |
| Ex-Servicemen of Punjab (BC/OBC) | 35 | – | – | – |
Eligibility and Educational Qualification
Candidates must possess a Bachelor of Arts or Bachelor of Science degree, or an equivalent qualification, from a recognised University. Additionally, applicants should have passed the Matriculation examination with Punjabi as one of the subjects and must demonstrate proficiency in computer operations. This qualification must be fulfilled as on the closing date of the Online Application Form.
| Qualification | Bachelor of Arts or Bachelor of Science degree or equivalent |
| Matriculation | Must have passed with Punjabi as one of the subjects |
| Computer Proficiency | Must be proficient in the operation of computers |
Salary and Pay Scale
The pay scale for the Clerk post is as follows.
| Post | Pay Level | Pay |
| Clerk (fresh recruitment/appointment on or after 17.07.2020) | Level-5 | ₹29,200 |
Selection Process
The selection process for the Clerk position consists of the following stages:
- Online written examination (Computer Based Test)
- Qualifying Computer Proficiency Test
- Checking of original testimonials/interaction
- Final merit list based solely on written exam marks
How to Apply
Candidates can apply for the Clerk position by following these steps:
- Visit the official website sssc.gov.in.
- Find the recruitment notification for Clerk posts.
- Click on the online application link.
- Fill in the application form with the required details.
- Upload the necessary documents as specified.
- Pay the application fee as per your category.
- Submit the application form before the deadline.
- Take a printout of the application for future reference.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the last date to apply for the Clerk position?
The last date to apply is 4 November 2026, 4:00 PM.
What is the application fee for different categories?
The application fee varies by category, with SC/BC/OBC/ESM/EWS of Punjab at ₹710, PwBD of Punjab at ₹875, and all other categories at ₹1,200.
What is the eligibility criteria for applying?
Candidates must have a Bachelor of Arts or Bachelor of Science degree, passed Matriculation with Punjabi, and be proficient in computer operations.
What is the selection process for the Clerk recruitment?
The selection involves an online written examination, a qualifying Computer Proficiency Test, and verification of original testimonials.
How can I apply for the Clerk position?
Candidates can apply online through the official website sssc.gov.in starting from 7 October 2026.
मुख्य जानकारी हिंदी में
- संस्था: पंजाब और हरियाणा उच्च न्यायालय के अधीन कर्मचारी भर्ती समिति (S.S.S.C.)
- पद: क्लर्क
- कुल पद: 1270
- योग्यता: किसी मान्यता प्राप्त विश्वविद्यालय से स्नातक
- आयु सीमा: 18 से 37 वर्ष (शर्तों के अनुसार)
- अंतिम तिथि: 4 नवंबर 2026
- आवेदन कैसे करें: ऑनलाइन आवेदन करें।
| Society for Centralized Clerk Recruitment 2026, 1270 Posts – Important Links | |
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| Click here | Click Here |
| Official Notification PDF | Click Here |
| Official Sources | |
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| Source 1 | sssc.gov.in |
