Massive Clerk Recruitment in Punjab Courts: 1,270 Vacancies for Graduates, Salary of ₹29,200 – When Can You Apply?

There is good news for young people preparing for government jobs in Punjab's district courts. The Society for Centralized Recruitment of Staff in Subordinate Courts (SSSC), operating under the Punjab and Haryana High Court, has issued a notification for the recruitment of clerks. The notification was released on October 3, 2026. A total of 1,270 clerk positions will be filled through this recruitment drive.

When will the application process begin?
The online application process for clerk recruitment will start on October 7, 2026, at 4:00 PM. Interested and eligible candidates can apply online until 4:00 PM on November 4, 2026. Candidates must apply through the official SSSC website, sssc.gov.in. Candidates are advised to apply well in advance to avoid last-minute rushes.

Who can apply?
For the clerk position, candidates must hold a Bachelor's degree (BA, BSc, or equivalent) from a recognized university. Additionally, candidates must have studied Punjabi as a subject in Class 10. Candidates should also possess knowledge of computer operations. All necessary educational qualifications must be met by the application deadline.

What is the age limit?
The minimum age for this recruitment is 18 years. The maximum age limit for General category candidates is set at 37 years. Candidates belonging to reserved categories will be granted age relaxation in accordance with government rules. Details regarding age calculation and other conditions can be found in the official notification.

How to apply?
Once the application process begins, candidates should first visit sssc.gov.in.
Click on the online application link for the ‘Clerk District Courts of Punjab’ recruitment.
Next, complete the registration and fill in details regarding personal information, educational qualifications, and category.
Candidates will need to upload their photograph and signature in the prescribed format. After this, the form must be submitted by paying the online application fee.
Once the application process is complete, a copy should be downloaded and saved for future reference.

What is the salary?
Following the recruitment process, selected candidates will be appointed under the Level-5 pay scale. The starting salary is reported to be ₹29,200 per month. Additionally, complete details regarding the application fee, selection process, examination, and other essential conditions are provided in the official recruitment notification. Therefore, candidates should carefully read the notification before applying.

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