The Directorate of School Education, Punjab has announced Punjab Lecturer Cadre Recruitment 2026 for 1,013 Lecturer posts across 12 subjects including Punjabi, English, History, Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry, Biology and Commerce. The vacancies include 829 fresh and 184 backlog posts.
Eligible candidates can apply online from 1 July 2026 to 27 August 2026 through the official recruitment portal. Candidates generally need M.A. with 55% marks and B.Ed in the concerned subject.
Overview Table
| Particulars | Details |
| Organization | Directorate of School Education, Punjab |
| Post Name | Lecturer (Cadre) |
| Total Posts | 1,013 |
| Age Limit | 18–37 Years |
| Qualification | M.A. in Concerned Subject + B.Ed |
| Experience | Not specified |
| Application Fee | ₹2,000 General/EWS; ₹1,000 SC/BC; PH Nil |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Salary | As per Punjab Government rules/pay scale |
| Eligibility | M.A. 55% + B.Ed in concerned subject; 50% for eligible reserved categories |
| Selection Process | Written Exam + Interview |
| Job Location | Punjab |
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
| Notification Date | 25 June 2026 |
| Online Application Starts | 1 July 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply Online | 27 August 2026 (Extended) |
Eligibility Criteria
Candidates should have:
- M.A. in the concerned subject with at least 55% marks.
- B.Ed. with the concerned teaching subject from a recognized institution.
- Relevant subject studied as an elective in Graduation for three years.
- For eligible SC/BC/PH candidates, the minimum postgraduate marks requirement is 50% as specified.
- Age should generally be 18 to 37 years as on 01 January 2026, with relaxation as per Punjab Government rules.
Experience: No specific prior work experience is mentioned as a mandatory requirement for the Lecturer posts.
How to Apply for Punjab Lecturer Recruitment 2026
- Visit the official Punjab recruitment portal.
- Complete New Registration.
- Select Punjab Lecturer Cadre Recruitment 2026.
- Fill in personal, educational and category details.
- Upload the required photograph and signature.
- Pay the applicable application fee online.
- Check the application carefully and submit it.
- Download and save the final application form for future reference.
Official Apply Link
Eligible candidates can submit their application through the official Punjab recruitment portal:
Apply Online: https://erd.punjab.gov.in/
Details PDF Link
Candidates should read the official notification before applying to verify subject-wise qualifications, vacancies, reservation and other conditions:
Details PDF: https://erd.punjab.gov.in/pdf/publicnotice_fresh_lecturer.pdf
Important Links
| Link | Details |
| Apply Online | https://erd.punjab.gov.in/ |
| Details PDF | https://erd.punjab.gov.in/pdf/publicnotice_fresh_lecturer.pdf |
| Official Website | https://erd.punjab.gov.in/ |
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FAQs
Q1. How many posts are available in Punjab Lecturer Recruitment 2026?
There are 1,013 Lecturer vacancies.
Q2. What is the last date to apply?
The extended last date is 27 August 2026.
Q3. What is the qualification?
Candidates generally need M.A. in the concerned subject with 55% marks and B.Ed.
Q4. What is the age limit?
The general age limit is 18 to 37 years, with applicable relaxations.
Q5. Is experience required?
No specific prior experience is mentioned as mandatory for these Lecturer posts.
Q6. What is the selection process?
Selection will be through a written examination followed by an interview.