PSSSB Assistant District Attorney Recruitment 2026 – 170 Posts Apply Before 20 May

PSSSB Assistant District Attorney Recruitment 2026 for 170 posts. Apply online before 20 May 2026. Check eligibility, age limit, salary, fees, and exam pattern.

PSSSB Assistant District Attorney Recruitment 2026

Advertising no. :- 09 of 2026

Introduction:

The Punjab Subordinate Services Selection Board (PSSSB) has officially released the Assistant District Attorney Recruitment 2026 under Advertisement No. 09 of 2026. This recruitment drive aims to fill 170 Assistant District Attorney (ADA) posts in the Punjab Government, offering a prestigious opportunity for candidates with a law background.

PSSSB Assistant District Attorney Recruitment 2026- Overview:

organization name

Subordinate Services Selection Board, Punjab  

post name

Assistant District Attorney  

post type

Group-B

application mode

Online

application fees

All Other Categories (General): ₹1500/-  

SC/BC (Punjab State only): ₹750/-  

ESM, EWS, and PWD (Punjab State only): ₹500/-  

no of vacancies

Total 170 (Assistant District Attorney - 170)

education qualification

Bachelor of Law (Professional Degree) from a recognized university or institution.  


Must be eligible for enrollment as an Advocate under the Advocates Act, 1961.  


Minimum of two years experience of practice at the Bar.  


Must have passed Matriculation (10th) with Punjabi as a compulsory or elective subject.  

selection process

Objective Type (Multiple Choice Questions) written examination.  


Preparation of Merit List based on written exam marks.  


Counseling and document verification.

age limit (as on 01-01-2026)

General Category: Maximum 37 years.  

SC/BC (Punjab residents): Maximum 42 years.  

State/Central Govt employees: Maximum 45 years.  

Divyang/PWD (Punjab residents): Maximum 47 years.  

salary

₹35,400/- (As per 7th Central Pay Commission)  

PSSSB Assistant District Attorney Recruitment 2026- Important Dates:

EventDate
Notification Release Date24 April 2026
Apply Online Start Date30 April 2026
Last Date to Apply20 May 2026
Exam DateTo Be Announced

PSSSB Assistant District Attorney Recruitment 2026- Exam Pattern:

SubjectDetails
Exam TypeObjective (MCQ)
Marks per Question1 Mark
Negative Marking0.25 Marks
Merit BasisWritten Exam

PSSSB Assistant District Attorney Recruitment 2026- Important Direct Link:

PSSSB Assistant District Attorney Recruitment 2026- Exam Tips Preparation:

  1. Study core legal subjects as per the Professional Law Degree curriculum.
  2. Ensure proficiency in Punjabi language at the Matriculation level.
  3. Practice MCQs to manage time and mitigate the impact of negative marking.
  4. Regularly check the official portal for the detailed syllabus and updates.

PSSSB Assistant District Attorney Recruitment 2026- How To Apply?

  1. Visit https://sssb.punjab.gov.in and click “Apply Online”.
  2. Click “Registration” to generate a User ID (Email ID) and Password.
  3. Login and fill in personal and educational details.
  4. Upload a passport-size photo (or live capture) and scanned signature.
  5. Attach scanned copies of the 10th certificate and required qualification documents in PDF format.
  6. Make the online fee payment, submit the application, and take a printout.

PSSSB Assistant District Attorney Recruitment 2026- FAQs?

Q1. What is the minimum age to apply?
👉A: Candidates must be at least 18 years old as of January 1, 2026.

Q2. Is negative marking applicable?
👉A: Yes, there is a penalty of 0.25 marks for every incorrect answer.

Q3. Can I edit my application after submission?
👉A: No, the board does not allow any changes once the form is submitted.

Q4. Is Punjabi language mandatory?
👉A: Yes, candidates must have passed the 10th standard with Punjabi as a subject.

Q5. What is the required experience?
👉A: Candidates must have at least two years of practice experience at the Bar.

 

 

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