PPSC Mains Exam Date 2026 Out, Check Exam Schedule and Admit Card Dates
What's New in PPSC?
- February 3, 2026: Punjab Public Service Commission (PPSC) has confirmed that the PPSC Mains Exam 2025 will be conducted as per the earlier announced schedule. PCS Mains exam for all categories, including Sports Person, Punjab (Category Code-75), will be held from April 01, 2026, to April 10, 2026. Check Notice PDF
- January 20, 2026: PPSC will conduct Punjab PCS Mains from April 1 to April 10, 2026, with admit cards expected in the last week of March 2026. Download PDF
- January 12, 2026: PPSC released Punjab PCS Prelims Result 2025-26 on January 10, 2026. Candidates can download the merit list and score card PDF to check the Mains qualification. Download PDF
Punjab Public Service Commission (PPSC) has officially announced the Punjab PCS Mains Exam Date 2026, confirming that Punjab PCS Mains Exam will be conducted from April 01 to April 10, 2026, for candidates who qualified Punjab PCS Prelims stage. This announcement provides a clear schedule for aspirants to plan their preparation effectively for the seven-paper descriptive exam. The PPSC is expected to release the PCS Mains Admit Card in the last week of March 2026, around 7–10 days before the exam.
What is PPSC Exam?
PPSC recruits officers through Punjab State Civil Service (PSC) exam to various administrative posts under Punjab Government, like Deputy Superintendent of Police (DSP), Tehsildar, Excise & Taxation Officer (ETO), Food and Civil Supply Officer, Block Development and Panchayat Officer, etc. PPSC recruitment process involves prelims (objective), mains (descriptive), and an interview.
PPSC 2025 Highlights
The following table shows the highlights of PPSC exam 2025.
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Exam Name | PPSC Exam |
| Conducting Body | Punjab Public Service Commission |
| Official Website of PPSC | ppsc.gov.in |
| Exam Level | State |
| Language | English & Punjabi |
| PPSC Vacancies 2025 | 322 |
| Selection Process of PPSC 2025 |
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PPSC Exam Dates 2025
The table given below shows PPSC Exam dates and other important dates:
| Events | Date |
|---|---|
| PPSC Notification 2025 Release Date | January 3, 2025 |
| PPSC Application Window Opens | January 3, 2025 |
| Last date to Apply for PPSC 2025 | January 31, 2025 |
| Application fee filing starts for PPSC 2025 | January 3, 2025 |
| Last date to pay Application fee for PPSC 2025 | January 31, 2025 |
| PPSC Prelims 2025 Exam Date | December 7, 2025 |
| PPSC Prelims Result 2025 | January 10, 2026 |
| PPSC Mains 2025 Exam Date | April 1 to April 10, 2026 |
| PPSC Interview 2025 | TBA |
| PPSC Final Result 2025 | TBA |
PPSC Exam Date
| PPSC Exam Events | PPSC Exam Dates |
|---|---|
| PPSC Mains 2025 Exam Date | Apr 1, 2026 - Apr 10, 2026 |
PPSC Notification 2025
PPSC has released PPSC notification 2025 on its official website. This notification highlights the number of vacancies allotted by Punjab Government, detailed eligibility criteria, exam pattern, exam syllabus, and educational qualifications.
PPSC Eligibility 2025
To appear for PPSC 2025, candidates need to meet certain eligibility criteria as prescribed by PPSC. This criterion includes Nationality, Age Limit, Educational Qualification, number of attempts, and Physical Standard.
- Nationality:
Candidates must be Indian citizens. In case candidates are from Nepal, Bhutan, or any other country, then they need to provide a certificate of eligibility provided by the Punjab Government as per Punjab Civil Service rules, 1994.
- Age limit:
Given below is the age relaxation for all services other than Punjab Police Service and Punjab Prisons Service
| Category / Service | Minimum Age | Maximum Age | Relaxation / Special Condition |
|---|---|---|---|
| General (All Services except Punjab Police & Prisons) | 21 years | 37 years (as on 01.01.2025) | – |
| SC / BC of Punjab (except Punjab Police & Prisons) | 21 years | 42 years | Relaxed up to 42 years |
| Punjab Govt. & its Boards/Corporations/Commission/Authorities employees, All State & Central Govt. employees (except Punjab Police) | 21 years | 45 years | No relaxation in Punjab Police Service |
| Ex-Servicemen (Punjab Domicile) | 21 years | 37 years + 3 years (after deducting military service) | Deduct service period; resultant age must not exceed max age + 3 years |
| Widows, Divorced Women & Certain Other Categories of Women (except Punjab Police & Prisons) | 21 years | 42 years | Relaxed up to 42 years |
| Physically Handicapped (Punjab only, except Punjab Police & Prisons) | 21 years | 47 years | Relaxed up to 47 years |
| Punjab Police Service (DSP) & Punjab Prisons Service (Dy. Supdt. Jails, District Probation Officer) | 21 years | 28 years | Stricter limit |
| SC / BC of Punjab (for Punjab Police & Prisons) | 21 years | 33 years | Relaxed up to 33 years |
- Educational Qualification:
- Candidates must have a bachelor’s degree in any discipline from any recognized University/Institution.
- Candidates must have passed the Matriculation Examination with Punjabi as one of the compulsory or elective subjects or any other equivalent examination in the Punjabi language.
- In case a candidate is a ward of Defence Service Personnel, he/she must qualify the Punjabi language test conducted by the Language Wing of the Department of Education of the Punjab Government within a period of two years from the date of his appointment.
- Physical standard:
This criterion is only for the post of Deputy Superintendent of Police and Deputy Superintendent of Jails (Grade-II)/ District Probation Officer (Jails). Candidates must qualify for a physical test after the mains qualification. This table shows Physical Standards for both men and women:
| Category | Height Requirement | Chest (Unexpanded) | Chest (Expanded) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Men | 5 feet 7 inches | 33 inches | 34.5 inches |
| Women | 5 feet 3 inches | – | – |
The following table shows the Physical Test for both men and women:
| Sr. No. | Events for Male Candidates | Events for Female Candidates |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1600 meters race: To be completed within 07 min 30 sec (1 attempt) | 800 meters race: To be completed within 04 min 45 sec (1 attempt) |
| 2 | Long Jump: Minimum 3.60 meters (3 attempts) | Long Jump: Minimum 3.00 meters (3 attempts) |
| 3 | High Jump: Minimum 1.15 meters (3 attempts) | High Jump: Minimum 1.00 meter (3 attempts) |
| 4 | Vertical Rope: 2.0 meters climb from ground (3 attempts) | Shuttle: Running between two parallel lines 10m apart, 5 times in 20 sec (1 attempt) |
- Number of Attempts:
| Category | Maximum Number of Attempts |
|---|---|
| General Category | 6 |
| Backward Classes | 9 |
| Scheduled Castes | Unlimited |
| General Ex-servicemen | 6 |
| Backward Classes Ex-servicemen | 9 |
| Scheduled Castes Ex-servicemen | Unlimited |
How to apply for PPSC 2025?
PPSC opened its online application form-filling window on January 3, 2025. Last date To apply for PPSC 2025, candidates can follow the steps given below:
- At first, visit ppsc.gov.in
- Go to the “Online Application Form” link for PPSC 2025.
- Fill in your personal details and educational qualifications.
- Upload your photograph, signature, and educational certificates.
- Pay the application plus exam fee by online mode only.
- Review your application form and submit it.
- Take a printout of the application form and the fee receipt.
PPSC 2025 Application Fee
The table given below shows the application fee for different categories:
| Category | Online Application Charges | Examination Fee | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ex-Servicemen, EWS, PwD, LDESM (Punjab only) | Rs. 500 | No Fee | Rs. 500 |
| SC / ST (all states) & BC (Punjab only) | Rs. 500 | Rs. 500 | Rs. 1000 |
| All Other Categories | Rs. 500 | Rs. 1500 | Rs. 2000 |
Application fee and examination fee will be accepted via online mode only. The fee is non-refundable.
PPSC 2025 Admit Card
PPSC will release PPSC Mains admit card 2025 on its official website around 7-8 days before the Mains exam. Candidates can follow the steps given below to get access to their admit card:
- Visit the official PPSC website ppsc.gov.in
- Go to PPSC 2025 Admit Card
- Log in by using the registration number and DOB and submit.
- Once the PDF opens, check details like Name, Father’s name, DOB, Registration No., Roll No., Photograph & Signature, Exam date(s), Session & Reporting time, Exam centre & address.
- Download and take a printout.
PPSC 2025 Syllabus
PPSC 2025 selection process is divided into prelims, mains, and an interview. PPSC Prelims 2025 has two papers: General Studies and CSAT. PPSC Mains has a total of seven papers. In PPSC interview, a candidate’s overall personality is evaluated.
PPSC Prelims Syllabus 2025
PPSC Prelims has two objective-type papers, General Studies and CSAT. Their syllabus is given below:
- General Studies: It includes everyday science, environmental studies, political theory & international order, Indian Polity, History of India & World, Indian economy, geography, current affairs, and Punjab GS (geography; people, society & culture; history; economy).
- CSAT: It includes Reading Comprehension (both English & Punjabi), interpersonal skills, logical reasoning, basic numerical skills, and data analysis.
PPSC Mains Syllabus 2025
PPSC Mains has seven descriptive papers. All mains papers are compulsory, but Paper-1 and Paper-2 are qualifying in nature. The syllabus for each paper is given below:
- Paper-1 (English): It has two sections. Section A has Comprehension, Precis Writing, Essay Writing, Letter Writing, and Translation. Section B has only Grammar.
- Paper-2 (Punjabi): Similar to Paper-1, this paper also has two sections, but in Punjabi (Gurumukhi script). Section A includes Comprehension, Precis Writing, Essay Writing, Letter Writing, and Translation. Section B has only Grammar.
- Paper-3 (Essay): It includes writing three essays in English or Punjabi, in which candidates need to write in order and concisely.
- Paper-4 (General Studies 1): It includes History of India & World, Geography (including Punjabi), Societal structure, and issues.
- Paper-5 (General Studies 2): It includes the Indian Constitution & Polity, Governance, and International Relations.
- Paper-6 (General Studies 3): It includes Indian economy, Statistical analysis, graphs and diagrams, and Issues related to Security.
- Paper-7 (General Studies 4): It includes Science and Technology, Environment, Situations in Civil Service, Problem Solving and Decision Making.
PPSC Interview 2025
PPSC Interview evaluates a candidate based on Personality, Intellectual & Analytical Qualities, leadership, communication skills, and awareness & knowledge.
PPSC 2025 Exam Pattern
PPSC exam pattern contains prelims, mains, and interview. Add 2 more lines
PPSC Prelims Exam Pattern
Both papers of PPSC have objective-type questions.
| Paper | Subject | No. of Questions | Marks per Question | Total Marks |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Paper 1 | General Studies | 100 | 2 | 200 |
| Paper 2 | Civil Services Aptitude Test (CSAT) | 80 | 2.5 | 200 |
PPSC Mains Exam Pattern
All papers of PPSC are descriptive in nature.
| Paper | Maximum Marks |
|---|---|
| Punjabi (in Gurmukhi Script) – Compulsory (10+2 Standard) | 100 |
| English – Compulsory (10+2 Standard) | 100 |
| Essay | 150 |
| General Studies Paper I (History, Geography, and Society) | 250 |
| General Studies Paper II (Indian Constitution & Polity, Governance, and International Relations) | 250 |
| General Studies Paper III (Economy, Statistics, and Security Issues) | 250 |
| General Studies Paper IV (Science & Technology, Environment, Problem Solving and Decision Making) | 250 |
| Grand Total | 1350 |
Total time: 3 hours each paper (visually impaired 1 hour extra in each paper)
PPSC Interview
| Paper | Subject | Marks |
|---|---|---|
| Personality Test | Interview | 150 |
Total marks: 1350 (mains)+ 150 (Interview) = 1500 marks.
PPSC Vacancy 2025
PPSC Vacancy 2025 has been released in the PPSC Notification 2025. The table given below shows the vacancy allotted for PPSC 2025:
| Name of Post | No. of Posts |
|---|---|
| Punjab Civil Service (Executive Branch) | 46 |
| Deputy Superintendent of Police | 17 |
| Tehsildar | 27 |
| Excise & Taxation Officer (ETO) | 121 |
| Food and Civil Supply Officer | 13 |
| Block Development and Panchayat Officer | 49 |
| Assistant Registrar Co-Operative Societies | 21 |
| Labour-cum-Conciliation Officer | 03 |
| Employment Generation, Skill Development & Training Officer | 12 |
| Deputy Superintendent Jails Grade-2 / District Probation Officer | 13 |
| Total | 322 |
PPSC Selection Process 2025
PPSC follows a three-stage recruitment process to select candidates as PCS Officers:
- Prelims: Objective-type, screening test
- Mains: Descriptive exam
- Interview: Personality assessment
PPSC 2025 Answer Key
PPSC will release its provisional prelims answer keys on its official website. To get access to the answer key, candidates are required to follow the given steps:
- Visit the official PPSC website ppsc.gov.in
- Go to the “What’s New / Notices / Answer Key” section on the homepage.
- Select PPSC Prelims Answer Key option.
- Then click on the link to download the Answer Key PDF for Paper 1 and Paper 2.
- Open the PDF and cross-check your answers with the official key.
- Then calculate your score using the marking scheme (+2 for correct answers, -1/3 for wrong answers for Prelims Paper 1).
To qualify for mains, candidates must secure a minimum mark of 40% in CSAT. CSAT doesn’t have negative marking. Merit of prelims depends on Paper-1 or General Studies.
PPSC 2025 Result
PPSC Prelims Result 2025 has been released on the official PPSC website on January 10, 2026. The final Merit List includes candidate names, roll numbers, and service allotted in a PDF format. Given below are the steps to view PPSC Result:
- Visit the official APSC website apsc.nic.in
- Go to the “What’s New” section.
- After that, click on PPSC Result link.
- PPSC Result PDF will be opened on your screen, which you can download.
After prelims, candidates equal to 12 to 13 times the vacancy will be selected for the mains. After the mains, candidates equal to 3 times the vacancy will be selected for the interview. Final merit will be on mains (written) and interview marks.
PPSC Previous Year Question Papers
To understand how PPSC forms its questions, the level of difficulty in different papers, a clear idea of the exam pattern, and the weightage of topics is required. Regular practice of question papers will help in building confidence, time management, and creating an effective exam strategy.
PPSC Previous Year Cutoff
Going through PPSC previous year cutoff will help a candidate in understanding the difficulty level of questions. The table given below shows PPSC Prelims cutoff of the last two years:
| Category | 2020 | 2021 |
|---|---|---|
| General | 280 | 244.5 |
| BC | 240 | 243.5 |
| SC | 260 | 216.5 |
| ESM | 210 | 160.5 |
| PH | 180 | 151 |
PPSC 2025 Salary
The table given below shows the minimum pay admissible for PCS (Executive Branch) and allied services posts, along with their levels. of PPSC Officers:
| Post / Service | Pay Level | Minimum Pay (Rs.) |
|---|---|---|
| PCS (Executive Branch) | Level 9 | 53,100 |
| DSPs (Deputy Superintendent of Police) | Level 9 | 53,100 |
| Excise & Taxation Officer | Level 7 | 44,900 |
| Tehsildar | Level 7 | 44,900 |
| Food & Supply Officer | Level 7 | 44,900 |
| BDOs (Block Development & Panchayat Officers) | Level 7 | 44,900 |
| Assistant Registrar | Level 7 | 44,900 |
| Labour Officer | Level 7 | 44,900 |
| Employment Generation & Training Officer | Level 7 | 44,900 |
| Deputy Superintendent Jails | Level 6 | 35,400 |
PPSC Exam 2025 offers a golden opportunity to candidates to work under Punjab Public Service Commission. Candidates must prepare strategically with a well-defined syllabus and exam pattern. Focused preparation with consistent practice will be key to achieving success in this competitive recruitment process.
PPSC 2025 FAQs
Ques: Can I appear for Prelims even though I have not completed my graduation degree?
Ans: Yes. You can appear provisionally for PPSC Prelims while doing your final year graduation, but you must show proof of having passed your graduation before applying for the Mains.
Ques: What is the minimum age and maximum age for the general category for PPSC?
Ans: Minimum age is 21 years and maximum age is 37 years (for the general category).
Ques: What is the language level of Paper 2 in PPSC exam?
Ans: Paper 2 has a Punjabi language paper, and the questions will be at the matriculation level.
Ques: Will Prelim marks be counted for PPSC final merit?
Ans: No. Prelim marks are only for screening, and these marks will not be counted for final merit.
Ques: How many papers are there in PPSC Mains?
Ans: There are seven compulsory papers: English, Punjabi, Essay, and four General Studies papers.
Ques: What are the total marks of Prelims for PPSC?
Ans: Prelims have a total of 400 marks. Paper 1 (200) + Paper 2 (200).
Ques: Is CSAT paper of PPSC qualifying only or counted?
Ans: The CSAT (Paper 2) is qualifying in nature, but a candidate needs to score the minimum required score (40%).
Ques: Is there any service preference in the application?
Ans: Yes. Candidates need to fill in the order of preference for services/posts in the application.
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