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Provincial Civil Services (PCS) 2026

Exam Name Authority Eligibility Last Date
Provincial Civil Services (PCS) 2026 PPSC Graduation (any discipline) 20 May 2026

Punjab Public Service Commission · 120 vacancies · Apply by 20 May 2026

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Vacancies

120

Last Date

20 May 2026

Age Limit

21–37 yrs

Qualification

Graduation (any discipline)

How to Apply Online

01

Visit the official portal and create your registration account.

02

Login and fill in your personal, educational, and contact details carefully.

03

Upload scanned copies of your photo, signature, and required certificates.

04

Pay the application fee online and download the final submitted form.

Resource Hub

Download official documents and study materials.

Official Notification PDF Detailed Syllabus & Exam Pattern Admit Card Download Apply Online Portal

Selection Process

  1. Preliminary Exam — 200 marks MCQ
  2. Main Examination — Compulsory + Optional papers
  3. Interview / Personality Test — 100 marks
  4. Document Verification & Medical

Previous Year Indicative Cutoff

Figures are indicative based on prior year results. Actual cutoff varies.

Category Cutoff Marks Out of %
General / EWS 118 200 59.0%
SC 100 200 50.0%
Backward Classes 110 200 55.0%

Exam Centres

Major cities where this exam is typically conducted.

ChandigarhAmritsarLudhianaJalandharPatialaBathindaMohali

Syllabus Highlights

  • Punjab History & Culture — Sikh history, Jallianwala Bagh, partition era, folk arts
  • Punjab Geography — Sutlej-Beas rivers, agriculture, canal system
  • Indian Polity & Governance — Constitution, Parliament, Punjab state governance
  • Current Affairs — Punjab & national events, science, environment

Important Details

  • Department: Punjab Public Service Commission
  • Application window: 20 March 2026 – 20 May 2026
  • Age cut-off date: 1 January 2027
  • Salary / Pay Scale: ₹44,900 – ₹1,42,400
  • Tentative exam date: 18 October 2026
  • Note: PPSC PCS 2026 — SDM, DSP, ETO, BDPO and allied services. Prelims → Mains → Interview.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the age limit for Provincial Civil Services (PCS) 2026? ▼

For the General category the minimum age is 21 years and the maximum is 37 years. OBC candidates usually receive three additional years, SC/ST candidates five additional years, and PwD candidates ten additional years, subject to the official PDF. Age is reckoned from Friday, 1 January 2027.

How do I apply for Provincial Civil Services (PCS) 2026? ▼

Visit the authorised website for Punjab Public Service Commission (https://ppsc.gov.in), complete online registration, fill every mandatory field, and upload photograph and signature scans within the limits stated in the PDF. The closing date was Wednesday, 20 May 2026 — online applications are no longer accepted. Verify eligibility with our Age Calculator before you pay any fee.

What is the last date to apply for Provincial Civil Services (PCS) 2026? ▼

The closing date was Wednesday, 20 May 2026 — online applications are no longer accepted. The examination is tentatively scheduled on Sunday, 18 October 2026.

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