SSSB Punjab Craft Instructor Recruitment 2026: 681 Posts Online Apply

Age Details

• General category: 18 to 37 years
• Punjab-domiciled SC/BC: Maximum 42 years
• State/Central government employees: Maximum 45 years
• Ex-servicemen domiciled in Punjab: As per Punjab Recruitment of Ex-Servicemen Rules, 1982
• Widows/divorcees etc.: Relaxed up to 40 years Notes: Government employees may require an NOC; relaxations are subject to applicable rules.

Eligibility Overview

• All trades require a minimum of 10th pass with Science and Mathematics under the 10+2 system from a recognized school or board.
• Two pathways depending on annexure:

Pathway 1: Degree/Diploma Trades (Annexure-A)

• A relevant Bachelor's Degree/B.Voc in the corresponding engineering discipline from an AICTE/UGC-recognized institution, plus one year of relevant industry or teaching experience; OR
• A 3-year Diploma in the corresponding discipline from an AICTE-recognized institution or relevant Advanced Diploma (Vocational) from the Director General of Training, plus two years of relevant industry or teaching experience.
• Must acquire the National Craft Instructor Certificate (NCIC) within three years of appointment.

Pathway 2: NTC/NAC Trades (Annexure-B)

• A National Trade Certificate (NTC) or National Apprenticeship Certificate (NAC) in the corresponding trade, from a recognized institution;
• A National Craft Instructor Certificate (NCIC) in the same trade; and
• Three years of relevant experience in a Factory Act-regulated organization or teaching experience in a government/government-recognized institution.

Mandatory Conditions

• Punjabi language competence: Matriculation with Punjabi as a compulsory or elective subject, or an equivalent Punjabi language examination.
• All qualifications must be completed on or before 30-07-2026.
• After appointment, candidates may need to undergo a practical industry training and pass a practical examination conducted by the Government within three attempts over three years.

Important Dates

• Advertisement Publication Date: 08-07-2026
• Commencement of Online Application: 10-07-2026
• Last Date to Submit Online Application and Pay Fee: 30-07-2026

Application Fees

• Ex-Serviceman, EWS, PwD, and LDESM (Punjab): Rs. 500
• SC/BC (Punjab): Rs. 750
• All other categories: Rs. 1,500 Note: Fees are non-refundable. No fee concessions are available beyond the stated categories.

Additional Instructions

• Category and category code cannot be changed after submission.
• Candidates are responsible for the accuracy of information; changes are not allowed after submission.
• Uploads must be in PDF format as specified on the portal.
• All updates (exam date, admit card, center details, results, merit list) will be published on the official website only; no individual communication will be sent.
• No TA/DA will be paid for the exam or counseling.
• The Board reserves the right to correct any error in the advertisement or recruitment process.