Punjab PCS Mains Exam Date 2026 Out for 331 Posts at ppsc.gov.in Check Details Here

Punjab PCS Mains 2026 Overview

The Punjab Public Service Commission (PPSC) has announced the mains exam date for the Punjab Civil Services Combined Competitive Examination 2025-26. This recruitment aims to fill 331 posts across various administrative and executive roles in the Punjab state government. The mains exam is scheduled from 1 April 2026 to 10 April 2026. The admit card is expected to be released soon, approximately 5-7 days before the exam. Candidates who qualified the prelims can check the official website for updates on the PPSC PCS Admit Card 2026 and other details.

Punjab PCS Mains Important Dates

• Online Application Start Date: 2 January 2025
• Online Application Last Date: 31 January 2025
• Last Date Fee Payment: 31 January 2025
• Exam Date Prelims: 07 December 2025
• Exam Date Mains: 01 to 10 April 2026  Offline
• Candidates are advised to confirm from the official website.

Punjab PCS Mains Application Fee

• General / OBC / EWS Fee: ₹1500/-
• SC /  ST / Female Candidates of Bihar: ₹750/-
• Payment Mode: Online (Debit Card / Credit Card / Net Banking / UPI).

Punjab PCS Mains Vacancy Details

•  Total number of posts: 331.

Punjab PCS Mains Salary 2026

Punjab PCS Mains Eligibility Criteria

• Candidates must hold a bachelor's degree in any discipline from a recognised university. Those appearing in the final year can apply for prelims but must provide proof before mains. Knowledge of Punjabi (up to Matric level or equivalent) is mandatory.
• Age limit as on 01 January 2025: Minimum 21 years, maximum 37 years. Relaxation applies: up to 42 years for SC/BC of Punjab, 45 years for government employees, 42 years for widows/divorcees, and 47 years for physically handicapped candidates from Punjab.
• Additional requirements include meeting physical standards for certain posts like DSP, such as minimum height (5'7" for men, 5'3" for women) and passing a physical efficiency test.

Punjab PCS Mains Selection Process

1. Preliminary Examination
2. Mains Examination
3. Interview
4. Document Verification

Instructions for Downloading the Punjab PCS Mains 2026

1. Visit the official website ppsc.gov.in
2. Navigate to the Admit Card or Examination section on the homepage
3. Click on the link for Punjab PCS Mains Admit Card 2026
4. Enter your registration number, password or date of birth, and captcha if required
5. Submit to view the admit card on screen
6. Download and save the PDF file
7. Verify all details like name, exam centre, and timings
8. Print multiple copies for exam day use