PSSSB Excise and Taxation Inspector Recruitment 2026 - Apply Online for 197 Posts
Quick Analysis
This is a re-advertisement for the Excise and Taxation Inspector post (previously Advt 14/2024). Previous applicants must apply again but do not need to pay the fee. The selection depends entirely on the written exam (Part B), provided you pass the mandatory Punjabi language test (Part A) and the application deadline of 06 March 2026, this recruitment stands as a key state-level opportunity for graduates seeking stable Punjab government inspector jobs.
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Important Dates
| Application Fee
Mode: Online |
Age Limit (as on Last Date) Min Age: 18 Years | Max Age: 37 Years (SC/BC: 5 Years, PwD: 10 Years, Govt Employees: up to 45 Years) | |
Vacancy Details (197 Posts)
| Post Name | Total | Eligibility |
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| Excise and Taxation Inspector | 197 | Graduate + Computer Course + Punjabi passed in Matric |
PSSSB Excise Inspector Recruitment 2026: The Subordinate Services Selection Board, Punjab (SSSB Punjab) has released Advertisement No. 01/2026 for the recruitment of Excise and Taxation Inspectors. Eligible candidates can apply online from 13th February 2026. This recruitment replaces the previously withdrawn Advt. No. 14/2024.
Vacancy Details
The total number of vacancies is 197. The category-wise breakup is as follows:
Category | Total Posts | Reserved for Women |
|---|---|---|
General | 76 | 21 |
SC (M&B) | 22 | 06 |
SC (R&O) | 17 | 09 |
Backward Class (BC) | 20 | 08 |
Ex-Servicemen (General) | 14 | 08 |
Economically Weaker Section (EWS) | 20 | 06 |
Others (ESM/Sports/PH/FF) | 28 | 07 |
Total | 197 | 65 |
Important Dates
Notification Date: 06th February 2026
Online Application Starts: 13th February 2026
Last Date to Apply: 06th March 2026
Eligibility Criteria
1. Age Limit (As on 01.01.2026):
General: 18 to 37 Years
SC / BC (Punjab): Max 42 Years
Govt Employees (State/Central): Max 45 Years
PwD (Punjab): Max 47 Years
Note: Candidates who applied for Advt. 14/2024 will have their age calculated as on 01.01.2024.
2. Educational Qualification:
Bachelor''s Degree in any discipline from a recognized University or institution.
Possess at least 120 Hours Course with working experience in the use of Personal Computers or Information Technology in Office Productivity Applications or Desktop Publishing Applications from a recognized institution (ISO 9001 certified).
OR passed a Computer Information Technology Course equivalent to ''O'' Level certificate of DOEACC.
Mandatory: Passed Matriculation with Punjabi as one of the compulsory or elective subjects.
Salary Structure
Selected candidates will receive a salary of ₹ 35,400/- per month (Level 6 as per 7th CPC).
Application Fee
General / Freedom Fighter / Sports | ₹ 1000/- |
SC / BC / EWS | ₹ 250/- |
Ex-Servicemen (Self & Dependent) | ₹ 200/- |
Handicapped (PwD) | ₹ 500/- |
Note: Candidates who applied for the withdrawn Advt. No. 14/2024 are exempted from paying the fee again but must apply afresh.
Selection Process
Written Examination (MCQ):
Part A: Punjabi Qualifying Test (Matric Level). Candidates must secure min 50% marks to qualify. Marks not added to merit.
Part B: Subject-specific paper. Merit will be based on Part B marks only.
Negative Marking: 1/4th mark (0.25) will be deducted for every wrong answer in Part B.
Counseling / Document Verification.
How to Apply
Visit the official website sssb.punjab.gov.in.
Click on "Online Applications" and select Advt. No. 01/2026.
Register and fill the application form.
Upload Photo, Signature, and required documents.
Pay the application fee online (if applicable).
Take a printout of the final submitted application.
Selection Process
- Written Exam (Part A - Punjabi Qualifying)
- Written Exam (Part B - Merit Based)
- Document Verification
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
I applied for Advt 14/2024. Do I need to pay the fee again?▼
No, candidates who applied for the withdrawn Advt. No. 14/2024 are exempted from paying the fee, but they must apply again online.
Is Punjabi mandatory for this post?▼
Yes, candidates must have passed Matriculation with Punjabi as one of the compulsory or elective subjects.
What is the computer course requirement?▼
A 120-hour ISO 9001 certified computer course OR an ''O'' Level certificate from DOEACC is required.
Is there negative marking in the exam?▼
Yes, there is a negative marking of 0.25 marks for each wrong answer in Part B of the written exam.
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