Last updated: 5 June 2026
Clerk-cum-Data Entry Operator 2026
| Exam Name | Authority | Eligibility | Last Date |
|---|---|---|---|
| Clerk-cum-Data Entry Operator 2026 | PSSSB | Graduation + Computer Certificate | 1 May 2026 |
Punjab Subordinate Services Selection Board · 1,087 vacancies · Apply by 1 May 2026
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Vacancies
1,087
Last Date
1 May 2026
Age Limit
18–37 yrs
Qualification
Graduation + Computer Certificate
How to Apply Online
Visit the official portal and create your registration account.
Login and fill in your personal, educational, and contact details carefully.
Upload scanned copies of your photo, signature, and required certificates.
Pay the application fee online and download the final submitted form.
Resource Hub
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Selection Process
- Written Test — 120 marks (MCQ)
- Computer Proficiency Test — typing speed (35 WPM English / 25 WPM Punjabi)
- Document Verification
- Merit-based appointment
Previous Year Indicative Cutoff
Figures are indicative based on prior year results. Actual cutoff varies.
| Category | Cutoff Marks | Out of | % |
|---|---|---|---|
| General / EWS | 85 | 120 | 70.8% |
| SC | 72 | 120 | 60.0% |
| Backward Classes | 79 | 120 | 65.8% |
Exam Centres
Major cities where this exam is typically conducted.
Syllabus Highlights
- General Knowledge & Current Affairs — Punjab, national, international (30 marks)
- Quantitative Aptitude — arithmetic, data interpretation (30 marks)
- Reasoning — verbal, non-verbal, logical (30 marks)
- Computer Knowledge — MS Office, internet, basic hardware (30 marks)
Important Details
- Department: Punjab Subordinate Services Selection Board
- Application window: 1 March 2026 – 1 May 2026
- Age cut-off date: 1 January 2027
- Salary / Pay Scale: ₹19,900 – ₹63,200
- Tentative exam date: 9 August 2026
- Note: PSSSB Clerk 2026 — Clerk cum DEO posts across Punjab state departments. Typing & computer proficiency test included.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the age limit for Clerk-cum-Data Entry Operator 2026? ▼
For the General category the minimum age is 18 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 Clerk-cum-Data Entry Operator 2026? ▼
Visit the authorised website for Punjab Subordinate Services Selection Board (https://sssb.punjab.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 Friday, 1 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 Clerk-cum-Data Entry Operator 2026? ▼
The closing date was Friday, 1 May 2026 — online applications are no longer accepted. The examination is tentatively scheduled on Sunday, 9 August 2026.