- Recruitment drive for 681 Craft Instructor posts under the Technical Education and Industrial Training Department (Industrial Training Wing), Government of Punjab.
- Posts are divided into 52 trades, categorized under Annexure-A (Degree/Diploma holders) and Annexure-B (NTC/NAC certificate holders).
- Selected candidates will be placed at Level-6 in the 7th Central Pay Commission scale with a salary of Rs. 35,400/- per month.
- Applications reopened from 19 August 2026 to 25 August 2026 for the Craft Instructor recruitment.
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🎓 10th Pass (Matric)
🎓 Certificate Course
🎓 ITI
🎓 Apprenticeship
🎓 Diploma
🎓 Bachelor's Degree
Craft Instructor (52 Trades) Recruitment 2026
Punjab Subordinate Services Selection Board (PSSSB)
Total Vacancies
681
Job Location
Punjab, India
Apply Start
10 Jul 2026
Apply Deadline
25 Aug 2026
🚫 Applications Closed
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📋 Recruitment Overview
| Organization | Punjab Subordinate Services Selection Board (PSSSB) (PSSSB) |
| Job Category | Technical |
| Eligibility Qualification | 10th Pass (Matric) (10th-pass), Certificate Course (certificate-course), ITI (iti), Apprenticeship (apprenticeship), Diploma (diploma), Bachelor's Degree (bachelors-degree) |
| Number of Vacancies | 681 Posts |
| Salary / Pay Scale | From ₹35,400 Per Month |
| Age Limits | 18 to 37 Years |
| Gender Eligibility | both |
| Experience Required | - For Annexure-A (Degree/Diploma trades): 1 year of relevant industry or teaching experience (for Bachelor's Degree) or 2 years (for Diploma). - For Annexure-B (NTC/NAC trades): 3 years of relevant experience in an organization registered under the Factories Act, 1948, or teaching experience in a government or government-recognized institution. |
| Application Fee | - Ex-Serviceman, Economically Weaker Sections (EWS), Persons with Disabilities (PwD), and Lineal Descendants of Ex-Serviceman (LDESM) of Punjab State: Rs. 500/- - Scheduled Castes and Backward Classes of Punjab State: Rs. 750/- - All other categories: Rs. 1,500/- |
📄 Details & Description
🎓 Eligibility Criteria
- Minimum educational qualification: 10th pass with Science and Mathematics under the 10+2 system from a recognized School or Board.
- For Annexure-A (Degree/Diploma trades): Relevant Bachelor's Degree/B.Voc or 3-year Diploma in the corresponding engineering discipline from an AICTE/UGC-recognized institution, plus 1-2 years of relevant industry or teaching experience.
- For Annexure-B (NTC/NAC trades): National Trade Certificate (NTC) or National Apprenticeship Certificate (NAC) in the corresponding trade, plus National Craft Instructor Certificate (NCIC) and 3 years of relevant experience.
- Mandatory Punjabi language requirement: Matriculation with Punjabi as a compulsory or elective subject, or an equivalent examination.
- All qualifications must be completed on or before 30 July 2026 (original application deadline).
- For Annexure-A (Degree/Diploma trades): Relevant Bachelor's Degree/B.Voc or 3-year Diploma in the corresponding engineering discipline from an AICTE/UGC-recognized institution, plus 1-2 years of relevant industry or teaching experience.
- For Annexure-B (NTC/NAC trades): National Trade Certificate (NTC) or National Apprenticeship Certificate (NAC) in the corresponding trade, plus National Craft Instructor Certificate (NCIC) and 3 years of relevant experience.
- Mandatory Punjabi language requirement: Matriculation with Punjabi as a compulsory or elective subject, or an equivalent examination.
- All qualifications must be completed on or before 30 July 2026 (original application deadline).
⚙️ Selection Process
- Selection is based on an Objective Type (Multiple Choice Question) written examination with negative marking (1/4 mark deducted for each wrong answer).
- Merit list is prepared based on marks obtained in the written exam.
- In case of a tie, preference is given to the candidate with the older date of birth, higher percentage in educational qualification, and higher marks in Matriculation.
- Shortlisted candidates are called for counseling and document/certificate verification.
- Selected candidates must undergo practical industry training and pass a practical examination within three attempts over three years from appointment.
- Merit list is prepared based on marks obtained in the written exam.
- In case of a tie, preference is given to the candidate with the older date of birth, higher percentage in educational qualification, and higher marks in Matriculation.
- Shortlisted candidates are called for counseling and document/certificate verification.
- Selected candidates must undergo practical industry training and pass a practical examination within three attempts over three years from appointment.
🏷️ Category Eligibility & Reservations
All (with reservation for Punjab-domiciled candidates)
📂 Required Documents
- Passport-sized photograph (uploaded or captured live).
- Scanned signature.
- 10th class certificate.
- Educational/technical qualification certificates.
- Domicile/Residence Certificate of Punjab (not older than 5 years).
- SC/BC/EWS/Ex-Serviceman/PwD certificate (where applicable).
- Scanned signature.
- 10th class certificate.
- Educational/technical qualification certificates.
- Domicile/Residence Certificate of Punjab (not older than 5 years).
- SC/BC/EWS/Ex-Serviceman/PwD certificate (where applicable).
💳 Application Fee Details
- Ex-Serviceman, Economically Weaker Sections (EWS), Persons with Disabilities (PwD), and Lineal Descendants of Ex-Serviceman (LDESM) of Punjab State: Rs. 500/-
- Scheduled Castes and Backward Classes of Punjab State: Rs. 750/-
- All other categories: Rs. 1,500/-
- Scheduled Castes and Backward Classes of Punjab State: Rs. 750/-
- All other categories: Rs. 1,500/-
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
Q.
How many Craft Instructor vacancies has PSSSB announced for 2026?
PSSSB has announced 681 Craft Instructor vacancies under Advertisement No. 03/2026 for 52 different trades.
Q.
What is the last date to apply for SSSB Punjab Craft Instructor recruitment 2026?
The online application and fee payment must be completed by 25 August 2026.
Q.
What is the salary of a Craft Instructor in Punjab?
Selected Craft Instructors will receive Rs. 35,400/- per month (Level-6) as per the 7th Central Pay Commission scale.
Q.
Is knowledge of Punjabi mandatory for this recruitment?
Yes. Candidates must have passed Matriculation with Punjabi as a compulsory or elective subject, or an equivalent examination.
Q.
What is the application fee for the SSSB Punjab Craft Instructor recruitment?
The application fee is Rs. 500 for Ex-Serviceman/EWS/PwD/LDESM, Rs. 750 for SC/BC of Punjab, and Rs. 1,500 for all other categories.