PSSSB Assistant Superintendent PMT/PET Result 2026 (Out) - Check Roll No. List

The Punjab Subordinate Services Selection Board (PSSSB) conducts recruitment for the post of Assistant Superintendent in various Punjab government departments. This is a Group-B gazetted post under the Punjab government administrative services. Candidates qualifying the Physical Measurement Test (PMT) and Physical Efficiency Test (PET) proceed to further stages of selection including written examination and interview. The Assistant Superintendent is responsible for supervising administrative work, maintaining records, ensuring compliance with government policies, and coordinating departmental activities. This recruitment attracts candidates seeking stable government employment with good career progression opportunities in Punjab state administration. Successful candidates are posted across various districts and departments in Punjab.

Important Dates

Vacancy Details (Typical / Indicative)

Note: Exact vacancy numbers vary by notification year. These are indicative figures based on typical PSSSB Assistant Superintendent recruitments.

Eligibility Criteria

Educational Qualification

• Minimum: Bachelor's degree from a recognized university
• Preference given to candidates with degrees in Arts, Commerce, Science, or Management
• Valid degree certificates from UGC-recognized institutions required
• Candidates appearing in final year examinations may apply provisionally

Age Limit

Age as on 01 January 2026:

Age Relaxation:

Nationality

• Candidate must be a citizen of India
• Punjab domicile certificate required for reserved category benefits
• Valid identity proof (Aadhaar/Voter ID/Passport) mandatory

How to Apply

1. Visit the official PSSSB website at sssb.punjab.gov.in
2. Click on the "Assistant Superintendent Recruitment 2026" notification link on the homepage
3. Read the detailed notification carefully and verify eligibility criteria
4. Click on "Apply Online" button and register using valid email ID and mobile number
5. Complete the registration form with basic details and create login credentials
6. Login using registration number and password generated
7. Fill the application form with personal, educational, and category details
8. Upload scanned documents: photograph (50KB), signature (20KB), educational certificates (100KB each)
9. Pay the application fee through online mode (Debit/Credit Card/Net Banking)
10. Submit the application form and save the confirmation page
11. Take printout of the submitted application for future reference

Application Fees

Additional bank/payment gateway charges may apply

Selection Stages

1. Physical Measurement Test (PMT): Candidates are measured for minimum height, chest (for males), and weight requirements as per Punjab government norms. Male candidates: 170 cm height, 81-86 cm chest; Female candidates: 160 cm height. This is a qualifying stage.

1. Physical Efficiency Test (PET): Qualifying candidates undergo running test and other physical efficiency activities. Male candidates: 1600m run in 6 minutes; Female candidates: 800m run in 4 minutes. Only qualifying stage, no marks awarded.

1. Written Examination: Objective type written test covering General Knowledge, Reasoning, Quantitative Aptitude, English, Punjabi, and Computer Knowledge. Carries 100 marks and is the primary selection criterion.

1. Document Verification: Candidates qualifying the written exam are called for verification of educational certificates, category certificates, domicile, age proof, and other documents. Discrepancies lead to disqualification.

1. Medical Examination: Final selected candidates undergo medical fitness test as per government standards. Certificate of fitness from authorized medical board is mandatory before appointment.

1. Final Merit List: Based on written exam marks, document verification status, and medical fitness, final merit list is prepared category-wise for appointment offers.

Written Examination Pattern

Main Written Exam (Single Paper)

Negative Marking: 0.25 marks deducted for each wrong answer

Qualifying Marks: General/EWS: 40%, SC/ST/OBC: 35%

Note: PMT/PET are qualifying stages only and do not carry marks. Final selection is purely based on written exam performance.

Detailed Syllabus

General Knowledge & Current Affairs

• Indian History: Freedom movement, post-independence India, cultural heritage
• Indian Geography: Physical features, climate, resources, economic geography
• Punjab History, Culture & Geography: Sikh history, folk traditions, rivers, agriculture
• Indian Polity & Constitution: Fundamental rights, directive principles, governance structure
• Current National & International Affairs: Major events, awards, sports, personalities
• Indian Economy: Five-year plans, banking, budget, economic reforms
• Science & Technology: Recent developments, inventions, space programs

Reasoning & Mental Ability

• Analogies, Classification, Series completion
• Coding-Decoding, Blood Relations
• Direction sense, Ranking & Arrangement
• Syllogisms, Statements & Conclusions
• Data Interpretation, Logical Venn Diagrams
• Puzzle solving, Pattern recognition
• Analytical and Critical Reasoning

Quantitative Aptitude

• Number System, HCF & LCM, Fractions & Decimals
• Percentage, Profit & Loss, Simple & Compound Interest
• Ratio & Proportion, Averages, Mixtures & Alligations
• Time & Work, Time & Distance, Speed calculations
• Mensuration: Area & Volume of geometric figures
• Data Interpretation: Tables, Graphs, Charts
• Basic Algebra, Trigonometry fundamentals

English Language

• Grammar: Tenses, Voice, Narration, Articles, Prepositions
• Vocabulary: Synonyms, Antonyms, One-word substitution
• Sentence Correction, Error Detection
• Reading Comprehension passages
• Idioms & Phrases, Fill in the blanks
• Sentence Rearrangement, Para jumbles

Punjabi Language

• Punjabi Grammar: ਵਿਆਕਰਣ, ਲਿੰਗ, ਵਚਨ, ਕਾਲ
• Punjabi Vocabulary: ਸਮਾਨਾਰਥੀ, ਵਿਰੋਧੀ ਸ਼ਬਦ
• Punjabi Literature: Famous writers, poets, compositions
• Comprehension in Punjabi language
• Translation: English to Punjabi and vice versa
• Punjabi culture and traditions knowledge

Computer Knowledge

• Computer Basics: Hardware, Software, Input/Output devices
• Operating Systems: Windows, Linux fundamentals
• MS Office: Word, Excel, PowerPoint features
• Internet & Email: Browsers, search engines, protocols
• Computer Networks: LAN, WAN, topology basics
• Computer Security: Viruses, antivirus, firewall
• Database concepts, Digital payment systems
• Latest IT trends, Social media awareness

Salary Structure (Typical / Indicative)

Additional Benefits:

• Medical reimbursement for self and family
• Leave Travel Concession (LTC)
• Provident Fund and Pension benefits
• Government accommodation or HRA
• Annual increments and performance bonuses

DA rates are revised twice yearly. Actual in-hand salary varies based on deductions (GPF, insurance, professional tax).

Assistant Superintendents in Punjab government services have excellent career progression opportunities through departmental promotion examinations and seniority. Typical career path: Assistant Superintendent → Superintendent → Deputy Secretary → Under Secretary → Section Officer → Deputy Director levels in various departments. With 8-10 years of service and good performance, one can reach senior administrative positions with pay scales of Level-10 and above, commanding gross salaries exceeding ₹1.2 lakh monthly.

Admit cards for PMT/PET were released approximately 10-15 days before the scheduled physical test dates on the official PSSSB website. Candidates could download their admit cards by logging in with registration number and date of birth. The admit card contained candidate details, photograph, exam centre address, reporting time, and important instructions. For the written examination, admit cards will be released separately following the same download process, typically 7-10 days before the exam date.

The PSSSB Assistant Superintendent PMT/PET result has been declared on the official website sssb.punjab.gov.in in April 2026. Candidates can check their result by entering roll number or registration number on the result portal. The result displays qualified/not qualified status along with roll numbers of successful candidates. Shortlisted candidates for the written examination will receive further communication via registered email and SMS. The written exam result will be declared within 30-45 days of exam completion with category-wise merit lists.

PMT/PET are qualifying stages with pass/fail criteria based on physical standards, not marks-based cutoffs. For the written examination, typical cutoff marks (out of 100) vary by category and year: General category ranges between 55-65 marks, OBC category 50-60 marks, SC category 45-55 marks, and ST category 40-50 marks. Final cutoffs depend on exam difficulty level, number of vacancies, and candidate performance. Category-wise merit lists are prepared separately, and cutoffs fluctuate ±5 marks across recruitment cycles.

Examination Centres

PMT/PET and Written Examination centres are located across major cities in Punjab state:

Punjab Region: Chandigarh, Ludhiana, Amritsar, Jalandhar, Patiala, Bathinda, Mohali, Hoshiarpur, Pathankot, Gurdaspur, Sangrur, Moga, Ferozepur, Rupnagar, Faridkot

Candidates can select 2-3 preferred exam centres during online application. Final allotment is subject to availability and administrative convenience. Exam centre once allotted cannot be changed. Most centres are in Punjab; limited centres may be available in neighboring Haryana and Himachal Pradesh for border area candidates.