Punjab Subordinate Services Selection Board (PSSSB) has released an official notification for the recruitment of 197 Excise and Taxation Inspector posts. Interested and eligible candidates can apply online through the official website of PSSSB. In this article, you will get the recruitment details of PSSSB Excise and Taxation Inspector Posts, including eligibility criteria, age limit, salary structure, selection process, application steps and direct links of official notification and online application form.
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PSSSB Excise and Taxation Inspector Recruitment 2026 Overview
| Company Name | Subordinate Services Selection Board, Punjab |
| Post Name | Excise and Taxation Inspector |
| No of Posts | 197 |
| Advertisement No | 01/2026 |
| Salary | Rs. 35,400/- (7th CPC) |
| Qualification | Bachelor’s degree in any discipline from recognized university plus 120 hours IT/Computer course from ISO 9001 certified institution OR O level DOEACC equivalent. Mandatory: Punjabi at matriculation level with 50% marks. |
| Age Limit | 18-37 years (General), 18-42 years (SC/BC residents), with various relaxations |
| Notification Date | 06-02-2026 |
| Last Date | 06-03-2026 |
| Apply Mode | Online |
| Job Type | Full Time |
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PSSSB Excise & Taxation Inspector Vacancy 2026 Notification PDF
Candidates should download and read the SSSB Jobs 2026 Notification PDF carefully to check the vacancy details, eligibility, age limit and application instructions. The notification also includes important dates and selection process details. The direct download link is available in the important links section below.
Download SSSB Jobs 2026 Notification PDF – Click Here
vacancy details
| Post Name | Total Posts |
| Excise and Taxation Inspector | 197 |
| Total | 197 |
eligibility criteria
Excise and Taxation Inspector
- Bachelor’s degree in any discipline from a recognized university or institute
- 120 hours course in personal computer or information technology in office productivity applications or desktop publishing applications from a government recognized institute (ISO 9001 certified)
- OR equivalent O Level Certificate from DOEACC
- Punjabi or equivalent qualification at Matriculation level with minimum 50% marks.
application fee
| Category | Fee |
| General Category/Freedom Fighter/Sportsman | Rs. 1,000/- |
| SC/BC/Economically Weaker Section (EWS) | Rs. 250/- |
| Ex-Servicemen (Self & Dependent) | Rs. 200/- |
| Physically Handicapped | Rs. 500/- |
age limit
- Minimum Age: 18 years (General and Other Categories)
- Maximum Age: 37 years (General)
- Age relaxation for SC/BC residents of Punjab: 5 years (upper limit 42 years)
- Age relaxation for OBC: 0 years (5 years for BC residents of Punjab, upper limit 42 years)
- Age relaxation for physically handicapped residents: 10 years (upper limit 47 years)
- Age relaxation for Ex-Servicemen: As per Punjab Ex-Servicemen Recruitment Rules 1982 (Upper limit 45 years for State/Central Government employees)
- Age relaxation for widows/divorcedes: 3 years (upper limit 40 years)
Salary/Stipend
- Pay Scale: Rs. Rs.35,400/- (7th CPC)
- Grade: Group-C
important dates
| Event | Date |
| Date of Publication of Advertisement | 6 February 2026 |
| Start Date for Submission of Online Applications | 13 February 2026 |
| Last Date for Submission of Online Applications and Fee Payment | 6 March 2026 |
selection process
- Written Examination (Objective Type – Multiple Choice Questions)
- Part A: Punjabi Language Paper at Matriculation level (qualifying, minimum 50% marks required, marks will not count towards qualifying)
- Part B: Paper based on educational qualification required for the post
- Merit list prepared on the basis of Part-B marks only with negative marking (1 mark per question, 1/4 mark deducted for wrong answer)
- Document Verification and Counseling
- Final recommendation based on merit and category-wise availability
how to apply
Candidates who satisfy the eligibility criteria can apply online for SSSB Excise and Taxation Inspector Recruitment 2026.
- Applications should be submitted online on or before 06-03-2026.
- To apply directly, use the online application link given in the Important Links section.
- Alternatively, candidates can visit the official website of SSSB to complete the application.
- Fill the application form carefully with correct personal, educational and contact details.
- Upload the required documents like photograph, signature and certificates in the prescribed format.
- Pay the application fee online, if applicable.
- Review all details carefully before submitting the form.
- Take a printout or save a copy of the submitted application for future reference.
SSSB Excise & Taxation Inspector Recruitment 2026 – Important Link
| Link Description | Link |
| Official Notification PDF | Click here |
| Apply Online | Click here |
| Official Website | Click here |
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q: When did the application process for PSSSB Excise Inspector Recruitment 2026 start?
Ans: The online application process commenced on 13 February 2026.
Q: What is the last date to apply online?
Ans: The last date to submit the online application and fee is 06 March 2026.
Q: How many vacancies are available?
Ans: There are a total of 197 vacancies for the post of Excise and Taxation Inspector.
Q: What is the educational qualification required?
Ans: Candidates must hold a Bachelor’s degree and possess a 120-hour ISO 9001 certified Computer Course (or ‘O’ Level). Passing Punjabi at the Matriculation level is mandatory.
Q: What is the salary for the Excise Inspector post?
Ans: The salary is Rs. 35,400/- per month (Level 6 as per 7th CPC).
Q: Is there an age relaxation for reserved categories?
Ans: Yes, the upper age limit is relaxable up to 42 years for SC/BC residents of Punjab.