Are there physical standards for all posts under Punjab PCS?

No, physical standards are applicable only for specific posts like Deputy Superintendent of Police and Deputy Superintendent of Jails (Grade-II)/District Probation Officer (Jails).

Is the CSAT paper in the Prelims qualifying in nature?

Yes, the CSAT paper is qualifying in nature, and candidates need to score at least 33% to qualify for the Mains.

What is the application fee for candidates from the PWD category?

PWD candidates need to pay INR 500 as the total application fee, which includes only the examination fee.

What is the last date to apply for Punjab PCS 2025?

The last date to apply for Punjab PCS 2025 is January 31, 2025.

Punjab PSC Notification 2025, Apply Online for 322 Vacancies

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The Punjab Public Service Commission (PPSC) has released the Punjab State Civil Services Combined Competitive Examination-2025 (PSCSCCE-2025) notification, announcing 322 vacancies for various officer-level posts. Candidates aspiring to work in the prestigious level of Job under the Government of Punjab can apply online as soon as possible through the online portal and check the details regarding the recruitment drive here in this article.

Punjab PSC Recruitment 2025

The Punjab State Civil Services Combined Competitive Examination (PSCSCCE) is a prestigious state-level examination conducted by the Punjab Public Service Commission (PPSC). It aims to recruit qualified candidates for various administrative positions within the Punjab state government. The PSCSCCE-2025 offers opportunities in roles such as Punjab Civil Service (Executive Branch), Deputy Superintendent of Police, Tehsildar, and others.

Punjab PSC Notification 2025

The official notification for PSCSCCE-2025 provides comprehensive details about the examination, including eligibility criteria, important dates, vacancy distribution, and the selection process. Candidates can access the official notification pdf on the official PPSC website https://ppsc.gov.in/ or through the direct link provided below:

Click Here to Download Punjab PSC Notification 2025

PPSC PCS Recruitment 2025: Overview

The PSCSCCE-2025 aims to fill 322 vacancies across various posts. The examination is conducted by the Punjab Public Service Commission (PPSC) at the state level. The application process is online, with registrations open from January 3 to January 31, 2025. The selection process comprises Preliminary Examination, Main Examination, and Interview. The official website for application and further details is https://ppsc.gov.in/. This table offers a clear snapshot of the recruitment process, enabling candidates to quickly grasp the essential details.

Aspect	Details
Exam Name	Punjab State Civil Services Combined Competitive Examination (PSCSCCE) 2025
Conducting Body	Punjab Public Service Commission (PPSC)
Level of Exam	State Level
Mode of Application	Online
Application Dates	January 3 to January 31, 2025
Vacancies	322
Posts Offered	– Punjab Civil Service (Executive Branch) – Deputy Superintendent of Police – Tehsildar – Excise & Taxation Officer – Other Administrative Posts
Selection Process	– Preliminary Examination – Main Examination – Interview
Exam Mode	– Prelims: Offline (OMR-based) – Mains: Offline (Descriptive)
Official Website	ppsc.gov.in

Punjab PSC Important Dates 2025

The remarkable dates in this recruitment process is mentioned below. Candidates aspiring to appear for the exam can stay updated with the upcoming events by marking these dates on their calendar.

Events	Dates
Notification Release Date	January 3, 2025
Online Application Start Date	January 3, 2025
Last Date to Apply	January 31, 2025 (11:59 PM)
Preliminary Examination (Tentative) (Preliminary Combined Competitive Examination-2025)	April 2025 (Expected)
Main Examination	To be notified

Punjab PSC 2025 Eligibility Criteria

Having a conceptual clarity regarding the Eligibility of the individual before applying for the Punjab PSC Recruitment 2025 is must. This structure ensures candidates can understand the requirements clearly while applying for Punjab PCS 2025. This table format provides a clear, concise view of the eligibility requirements for the Punjab PCS 2025 examination.

Aspect	Details
Age Limit	– Minimum Age: 21 years
	– Maximum Age: 37 years (as of January 1, 2025)
Educational Qualification	– Bachelor’s Degree: Required in any discipline from a recognized university
	– Language Proficiency: Punjabi as a compulsory or elective subject in Matriculation or equivalent

Nationality

To be eligible, candidate shall be having citizenship within the given criteria:

Citizen of India; or
Citizen of Nepal; or
Subject of Bhutan; or
Tibetan refugee who came over to India before the 1st January 1962, with the intention of permanently settling in India; or
A person of Indian origin who has migrated from Pakistan, Burma, Sri Lanka and East African countries of Kenya, Uganda and United Republic of Tanzania (formerly Tanganyika and Zanzibar) Zambia, Malawi, Zaire, Ethiopia and Vietnam with the intention of permanently settling in India.

Medical Fitness Criteria for Punjab PSC 2025

Candidates selected for certain posts such as Deputy Superintendent of Police and other physically intensive roles must meet specific medical fitness standards. Medical fitness tests ensure that candidates can perform the duties of their roles effectively, particularly in law enforcement or field-based posts.

Post	Criteria
Deputy Superintendent of Police	Vision: 6/6 for both eyes without glasses, Height: Minimum 5’7″ for males, 5’3″ for females
Deputy Superintendent Jails	Physical endurance and health standards as per government regulations
Other Administrative Posts	General medical fitness required

Special Instructions for Physical Standards

Aspect	Requirement
Applicability	Applicable to candidates opting for Punjab Police Service and qualifying the Main Competitive Examination.
Physical Test Requirement	Mandatory as per Rule 7(1) of the Punjab Police Service Rules, 1959, and Notification No. 1/146/94-1H3 (Part-II)/1743 dated 09/7/2009.
Physical Standards for Males	– Height: Minimum 5’7″ (170.18 cm).
	– Chest: Minimum 33″ (unexpanded) with an expansion of 1.5″.
Physical Standards for Females	– Height: Minimum 5’3″ (160.02 cm).
	– No chest measurement required.
Test Components	Candidates must undergo physical endurance and fitness tests as prescribed.

Physical Test Details for Punjab PCS 2025

Sr. No.	Events for Male Candidates	Events for Female Candidates
1	1600 meters race: To be completed within 07 minutes 30 seconds (only one attempt)	800 meters race: To be completed within 04 minutes 45 seconds (only one attempt)
2	Long Jump: Minimum 3.60 meters (Three attempts only)	Long Jump: Minimum 3.00 meters (Three attempts only)
3	High Jump: Minimum 1.15 meters (Three attempts only)	High Jump: Minimum 1.00 meter (Three attempts only)
4	Vertical Rope: 2.0 meters climb from the ground (Three attempts only)	Shuttle: Running between two parallel lines 10 meters apart, five times in 20 seconds (one attempt only)

Apply Online for Punjab PSC 2025

Candidates can apply for Punjab PCS 2025 through the online mode on the official PPSC website. The online application window is open from January 3 to January 31, 2025. Applications are accepted only through the official website https://ppsc.gov.in/. No offline applications will be considered. Candidates must ensure that the scanned copies of all required documents are uploaded during the application process. The direct link to apply online is provided below:

Click Here to Apply Online for Punjab PSC Recruitment 2025 [Active]

Steps to Apply Online for Punjab PSC 2025

Follow these steps to submit your application for Punjab PCS 2025:

Visit the official PPSC website: https://ppsc.gov.in/.
Click on the link for Punjab PCS 2025 Online Application.
Register using your email ID and mobile number.
Fill in the application form with personal, educational, and other details.
Upload the required documents (photograph, signature, educational certificates).
Pay the application fee online through debit/credit card or net banking.
Review your application and submit it.
Save a copy of the application form and fee receipt for future reference.

Application Fee for Punjab PSC 2025

The fee structure ensures inclusivity and financial accessibility for reserved categories and economically weaker sections. The application fee must be paid online, and failure to complete the payment will result in rejection of the application.

Category	Online Application Charges (INR)	Examination Fee (INR)	Total (INR)
Ex-Serviceman, Economically Weaker Sections (EWS), Persons with Disabilities (PWD), and Lineal Descendants of Ex-Serviceman (LDESM) of Punjab State only	500/-	No Fee	500/-
Scheduled Castes/Scheduled Tribes of all States and Backward Classes of Punjab State only	500/-	250/-	750/-
All Other Categories	500/-	1000/-	1500/-

Vacancy under Punjab PSC 2025

Total 322 vacancies are distributed across various posts as follows:

Post	Vacancies
Punjab Civil Service (Executive Branch)	46
Deputy Superintendent of Police	17
Tehsildar	27
Excise & Taxation Officer (ETO)	121
Food and Civil Supply Officer	13
Block Development and Panchayat Officer	49
Assistant Registrar Co-Operative Societies	21
Labour-cum-Conciliation Officer	3
Employment Generation Officer	12
Deputy Superintendent Jails Grade II/District Probation Officer	13

Age Relaxation

Category Wise age relaxation as provided by the Punjab PSC authority is given below. Candidates can refer to the table below:

Category	Age Relaxation	Maximum Age Limit After Relaxation
Scheduled Castes (SC)	5 years	42 years
Scheduled Tribes (ST)	5 years	42 years
Other Backward Classes (OBC)	5 years	42 years
Persons with Disabilities (PwD)	10 years	47 years
Scheduled Castes and Backward Classes of Punjab only in case of Punjab Police Service and Punjab Prisons Service.	–	33 years
Ex-Servicemen	Period of service in armed forces + 3 years, subject to upper age limit	Varies
Women (Widows, Divorcees, and Certain Other Categories)	5 years	42 years
Government Employees of Punjab	8 years (in addition to their category-specific relaxation)	Varies

Punjab PCS Prelims Exam Pattern

Paper	Subject	Type	Total Marks	Number of Questions	Duration	Remarks
Paper I	General Studies	Objective (MCQ)	200	100	2 hours	Marks are considered for shortlisting candidates for the Mains exam.
Paper II	CSAT (Civil Services Aptitude Test)	Objective (MCQ)	200	80	2 hours	Qualifying in nature; candidates need to score at least 33% to proceed to the Mains.

Key Points:

Both papers are conducted on the same day.
Paper I: +2 marks awarded for each correct answer.
Paper II: +2.5 marks awarded for each correct answer.
Additional 40 minutes for candidates with scribe.
There is No negative marking.
Paper II (CSAT) is qualifying in nature, and its marks are not counted for merit but are mandatory to pass.

Punjab PCS Mains Exam Pattern

Paper	Subject	Type	Total Marks	Duration	Remarks
Paper I	Punjabi	Descriptive	100	3 hours	To test proficiency in Punjabi language
Paper II	English	Descriptive	100	3 hours	To test proficiency in English language
Paper III	Essay	Descriptive	150	3 hours	Essay writing on various topics (general knowledge and awareness)
Paper IV	General Studies Paper I	Descriptive	250	3 hours	Topics related to History, Geography, and Indian Culture
Paper V	General Studies Paper II	Descriptive	250	3 hours	Topics related to Governance, Polity, and Social Issues
Paper VI	General Studies Paper III	Descriptive	250	3 hours	Topics related to Economy, Environment, Science, and Technology
Paper VII	General Studies Paper IV	Descriptive	250	3 hours	Topics related to Ethics, Integrity, and Optional Subjects

Key Points:

Total Marks for Mains Exam: 1450 (out of which only the General Studies Papers contribute to the final ranking).
There is no negative marking in the Mains Examination.
The Interview (personality test) carries 150 marks.
The Mains exam is designed to test a candidate’s in-depth knowledge, writing skills, and analytical abilities across various domains.

Selection Process

The selection process comprises three stages:

Preliminary Examination: Objective type exam to shortlist candidates for the Main Examination.
Main Examination: Descriptive type exam to assess candidates’ in-depth knowledge.
Physical Test: Only for certain posts mentioned above.
Interview: Personal interview to evaluate candidates’ suitability for the respective posts.

Salary and Benefits

Selected candidates are entitled to a competitive salary as per the 7th Pay Commission, along with additional benefits such as Dearness Allowance, House Rent Allowance, and other allowances. Opportunities for promotion are available based on performance and tenure, allowing for career advancement to higher administrative positions within the Punjab state government. For detailed information and updates, candidates are advised to refer to the official notification and visit the PPSC website.