Punjab Subordinate Services Selection Board (PSSSB) has reopened the online application process for 681 Craft Instructor posts under the Technical Education and Industrial Training Department, Punjab. The recruitment is being conducted through Advertisement No. 03 of 2026.
Eligible candidates with 10th pass + relevant Degree/Diploma or NTC/NAC qualification can apply online. The reopened application window is from 19 August 2026 to 25 August 2026. Selected candidates will receive a salary of ₹35,400/- (Level-6).
The recruitment covers 52 different trades, including Fitter, Electrician, Welder, Turner, Machinist, Plumber, Draughtsman Civil and several other technical trades.
SSSB Punjab Craft Instructor Recruitment 2026 Overview
| Particulars | Details |
| Organisation | Punjab Subordinate Services Selection Board (PSSSB) |
| Department | Technical Education & Industrial Training Department, Punjab |
| Post Name | Craft Instructor |
| Total Posts | 681 Posts |
| Advertisement No. | 03 of 2026 |
| Qualification | 10th Pass + Relevant Degree/Diploma or NTC/NAC |
| Experience | 1–3 years or 3 years, depending on qualification/trade |
| Age Limit | 18–37 Years (category-wise relaxation applicable) |
| Salary | ₹35,400/- (Level-6) |
| Application Fee | ₹500 / ₹750 / ₹1,500 category-wise |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Selection Process | Written Exam + Counseling & Document Verification |
| Job Location | Punjab |
Experience is important: The required experience varies by trade and qualification. Degree/Diploma candidates generally require 1 year industry/teaching experience, while Diploma candidates may require 2 years. NTC/NAC candidates require 3 years of relevant industry or teaching experience.
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
| Advertisement Released | 08 July 2026 |
| Original Application Start | 10 July 2026 |
| Original Last Date | 30 July 2026 |
| Reopened Application Start | 19 August 2026 |
| Reopened Application Last Date | 25 August 2026 |
Eligibility Criteria
Educational Qualification
Candidates must have 10th pass with Science and Mathematics under the 10+2 system from a recognized Board/School.
Depending on the trade, candidates must additionally possess:
- Relevant Bachelor’s Degree/B.Voc + 1 year relevant experience, or
- Relevant 3-year Diploma + 2 years relevant experience, or
- NTC/NAC + NCIC + 3 years relevant experience.
Candidates should check the official notification for the exact qualification required for their selected trade.
Punjabi Language
Candidates must have passed Matriculation with Punjabi as a compulsory or elective subject, or an equivalent Punjabi language examination.
Age Limit
- General: 18 to 37 years
- SC/BC Punjab candidates: Up to 42 years
- State/Central Government employees: Up to 45 years
- Other category-wise relaxations are applicable as per Punjab Government rules.
Age is calculated as on 01 January 2026.
Application Fee
- Ex-Servicemen/EWS/PwD/LDESM of Punjab: ₹500
- SC/BC of Punjab: ₹750
- Other categories: ₹1,500
How to Apply for SSSB Punjab Craft Instructor Recruitment 2026
- Visit the official PSSSB website.
- Open the Craft Instructor Recruitment 2026 application link.
- Complete registration using your email ID and password.
- Fill in personal, educational and technical qualification details.
- Upload photograph, signature and required certificates.
- Pay the applicable application fee online.
- Check all details carefully before final submission.
- Submit the application before 25 August 2026.
- Download and keep a printout of the submitted application for future reference.
Important: No correction is allowed after final submission, so candidates should verify their category, qualification and other details carefully.
Important Links
| Link | Details |
| Apply Online | SSSB Punjab Craft Instructor Application |
| Official Notification PDF | Download Detailed Notification |
| Reopen Notice PDF | Download Reopen Notice |
| Short Notification PDF | Download Short Notification |
| Official Website | PSSSB Official Website |
Official Apply Link
Candidates who meet the eligibility requirements can use the official PSSSB application portal to submit their Craft Instructor application online before the reopened deadline of 25 August 2026.
Details PDF
Candidates should read the official Advertisement No. 03 of 2026 PDF carefully for trade-wise qualifications, vacancies, reservation, experience requirements, fee and other conditions before applying.
Selection Process
The selection process includes:
Objective Written Examination → Merit List → Counseling → Document Verification → Final Selection
The written examination includes negative marking, with ¼ mark deducted for each wrong answer.
FAQs – SSSB Punjab Craft Instructor Recruitment 2026
Q1. How many vacancies are available in SSSB Punjab Craft Instructor Recruitment 2026?
A total of 681 Craft Instructor posts are available.
Q2. What is the last date to apply?
The reopened last date is 25 August 2026.
Q3. What is the qualification for Craft Instructor posts?
Candidates need 10th pass with Science and Mathematics along with the prescribed Degree/Diploma or NTC/NAC qualification for the relevant trade.
Q4. Is experience required?
Yes. Experience requirements vary by trade and qualification. Relevant industry or teaching experience is required for the advertised pathways.
Q5. What is the Craft Instructor salary?
The salary is ₹35,400/- at Level-6, subject to applicable rules.
Q6. What is the job location?
The job location is Punjab.
Q7. What is the selection process?
Selection is based on a written examination followed by counseling and document verification.