Last updated: 5 June 2026
Provincial Civil Services (PCS) 2026
Provincial Civil Services (PCS) 2026: 120 vacancies. Application window closed. Age limit: 21-37 years. Qualification: Graduation (any discipline).
Total Vacancies
120
Department
Punjab Public Service Commission
Age Limit
21-37 years
Qualification
Graduation (any discipline)
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Official Note
PPSC PCS 2026 — SDM, DSP, ETO, BDPO and allied services. Prelims → Mains → Interview.
Important Dates
- Application Start
- 20 March 2026
- Last Date to Apply
- 20 May 2026
- Exam Date
- 18 October 2026
- Age Cut-off Date
- 1 January 2027
Selection Process
- Preliminary Exam — 200 marks MCQ
- Main Examination — Compulsory + Optional papers
- Interview / Personality Test — 100 marks
- Document Verification & Medical
Previous Year Indicative Cut Off
Figures are indicative based on prior JCCE 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 / districts where JCCE is typically conducted.
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
Eligibility Criteria
Qualification: Graduation (any discipline)
| Category | Max Age | Relaxation |
|---|---|---|
| General / EWS | 37 years | No relaxation |
| OBC (NCL) | 40 years | +3 years |
| SC / ST | 42 years | +5 years |
| PwD | 47 years | +10 years |
| Ex-Servicemen | As per notification | 3 yrs after discharge |
Always read the official notification PDF: relaxation rules vary by examination. Age cut-off date: 1 January 2027.
Salary & Perks
₹44,900 – ₹1,42,400
Apply Kaise Karein
- Confirm eligibility, age limits, and qualifications against the official PDF.
- Complete registration on the authorised portal for Punjab Public Service Commission.
- Fill personal, education, and category details carefully.
- Upload photograph and signature within the stated pixel and KB limits.
- After fee payment, save or print the confirmation page.
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Aksar Puche Jaane Wale Sawaal (FAQ)
What is the age limit for Provincial Civil Services (PCS) 2026? v
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? v
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? v
The closing date was Wednesday, 20 May 2026 — online applications are no longer accepted. The examination is tentatively scheduled on Sunday, 18 October 2026.