COACHING FOR PCS EXAM
PPSC 2025: Your Complete Exam Guide for Success
Are you aspiring for a government job in Punjab? The Punjab Public Service Commission (PPSC) conducts a range of exams to hire skilled candidates for various government roles. If you’re preparing for the PPSC exams in 2025, this detailed guide is for you. We will cover all essential information, including eligibility criteria, exam pattern, and effective preparation tips, presented in a simple and easy-to-understand format.
PPSC 2025 Notification
The application schedule for the Punjab PCS 2025 Exam is now available. You can register from January 3rd to January 31st, 2025, until 11:59 PM. The last day to pay the application fee is also January 31st, 2025. The prelims exam is expected to take place in April 2025. Below is the official PPSC notification 2025 released by Punjab State Civil Services Combined Competitive Examination 2025 on their official website. Read the instruction carefully before applying.
PPSC 2025: Key Highlights
Aspirants willing to appear for the PPSC 2025 exam must go through the article to get details about the important dates, exam pattern, syllabus, preparation tips, and many more.
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Organization | Punjab Public Service Commission |
| Post Name | • Punjab Civil Service (Executive Branch) • Deputy Superintendent of Police • PPSC Naib Tehsildar • Excise & Taxation Officer (ETO) • Food and Civil Supply Officer • Block Development and Panchayat Officer • Assistant Registrar Co-Operative Societies • Labour-cum-Conciliation Officer • Employment Generation, Skill Development & Training Officer • Deputy Superintendent Jails Grade -2 / District Probation Officer |
| Vacancy | 322 |
| Exam Date | • Preliminary Exam Date: April 2025 (Tentative) • Main Exam Date: To be Announced |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Exam Mode | Offline |
| Recruitment Process | • Preliminary Exam • Main Exam • Interview |
| Education Qualification | • Bachelor’s degree from a recognized university. • Additional qualifications may be required for specific posts. |
| Age Limit | 21 to 37 years (General Category). Age relaxations as per government norms. |
| Salary | ₹15,000 – ₹39,000 |
| Official Website | ppsc.gov.in |
PPSC 2025 Exam Date
PPSC released the official notification announcing the dates of exams that will be conducted by the Commission. After the announcement of the official notification, the commission will start accepting applications for the Punjab PCS examinations for 2025.
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| PPSC Application Start Date | January 3, 2025 |
| PPSC Application End Date | January 31, 2025 |
| Application Fee Last Date | January 31, 2025 |
| Admit Card Release | To be announced |
| Preliminary Exam Date | April 2025 (Tentative) |
| Preliminary Exam Results | To be announced |
| Main Exam Date | September-October 2025 |
| Main Exam Results | To be announced |
| Interview Date | To be announced |
| Final Merit List | After the interview process |
PPSC 2025 Vacancy
The Punjab Public Service Commission (PPSC) has announced a total of 322 vacancies for various administrative and departmental positions for the year 2025. These vacancies span multiple departments and offer a range of opportunities for candidates aspiring to work in the Punjab government.
The number of vacancies to be filled on the basis of PSCSCCE-2025 is given in the table below:
| Sr No. | Name of Post | No. of Posts |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Punjab Civil Service (Executive Branch) | 46 |
| 2 | Deputy Superintendent of Police | 17 |
| 3 | Tehsildar | 27 |
| 4 | Excise & Taxation Officer (ETO) | 121 |
| 5 | Food and Civil Supply Officer | 13 |
| 6 | Block Development and Panchayat Officer | 49 |
| 7 | Assistant Registrar Co-Operative Societies | 21 |
| 8 | Labour-cum-Conciliation Officer | 03 |
| 9 | Employment Generation, Skill Development & Training Officer | 12 |
| 10 | Deputy Superintendent Jails Grade -2 / District Probation Officer | 13 |
| – | Total | 322 |
PPSC 2025 Eligibility Criteria
The Punjab Public Service Commission (PPSC) has outlined specific eligibility criteria for candidates aspiring to appear for the PPSC Exam 2025. These criteria include educational qualifications, age limits, nationality requirements, and other essential guidelines.
Educational Qualifications
Candidates must meet the following educational requirements:
- You need to have a bachelor’s degree from a recognized university.
- You can take the preliminary exam while studying for your degree, but you must have the degree to take the main exam.
- You must have passed Matriculation (10th grade) with Punjabi as a subject or an equivalent exam.
Age Limit
The age criteria for applicants are as follows:
| Criteria | Age Limit |
|---|---|
| Minimum Age | 21 years |
| Maximum Age | 37 years |
Age Relaxation
Age relaxation is available for specific categories:
| Category | Age Relaxations |
|---|---|
| Scheduled Castes and Backward Classes (except Punjab Police Service and Punjab Prisons Service) | Up to 42 years |
| Government employees (except Punjab Police Service) | Up to 45 years |
| Widows, Divorced women, and certain other categories (except Punjab Police Service) | Up to 42 years |
| Physically handicapped candidates (except Punjab Police Service) | Up to 47 years |
| Deputy Superintendent Police and Deputy Superintendent Jails. With some relaxation for Scheduled Castes and Backward Classes | 21-28 years |
Age relaxation specifics may vary by position, so candidates should refer to the official notification for detailed information.
Nationality
To be eligible, candidates must be:
- You must be a citizen of India, Nepal, Bhutan, or a Tibetan refugee who came to India before January 1, 1962.
- People of Indian origin who migrated from certain countries are also eligible.
Physical Standards (for certain posts)
- Deputy Superintendent Police and Deputy Superintendent Jails need to meet height and chest measurements.
- Candidates must pass physical tests like running, long jump, high jump, and other specific events.
Depending on the positions, there may be specific physical standards required, especially for roles in law enforcement or public safety:
| Position | Height (Male) | Height (Female) | Chest (Male Only) | Vision |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Deputy Superintendent of Police | Minimum: 5’7″ (170.18 cm) | Minimum: 5’3″ (160.02 cm) | Unexpanded: 33″ (83.82 cm) Expanded: 34.5″ (87.63 cm) | Distant: 6/6 in one eye, 6/9 in the other Near: J1 in one eye, J2 in the other |
| Deputy Superintendent Jails/District Probation Officer | Minimum: 5’6″ (167.64 cm) | Minimum: 5’2″ (157.48 cm) | Unexpanded: 32″ (81.28 cm) Expanded: 33.5″ (85.09 cm) | Distant: 6/6 in one eye, 6/9 in the other Near: J1 in one eye, J2 in the other |
| Sub-divisional Engineer | Minimum: 5’4″ (162.56 cm) | Minimum: 5’ (152.4 cm) | Unexpanded: 31″ (78.74 cm) Expanded: 32.5″ (82.55 cm) | Distant: 6/6 in one eye, 6/9 in the other Near: J1 in one eye, J2 in the other |
General Physical Fitness Requirements
| Events for Male Candidates | Events for Female Candidates |
|---|---|
| 1600 meters race: To be completed within 07 minutes 30 seconds (only one attempt) | 800 meters race: To be completed within 04 minutes 45 seconds (only one attempt) |
| Long Jump: Minimum 3.60 meters (Three attempts only) | Long Jump: Minimum 3.00 meters (Three attempts only) |
| High Jump: Minimum1.15 meters (Three attempts only) | High Jump: Minimum1.00 meter (Three attempts only) |
| Vertical Rope: 2.0 Meters climb from the ground (Three attempts only) | Shuttle: Running between two parallel lines 10 meter apart, five times in 20 seconds (one attempt only) |
Number of Attempts
Unless covered by any of the exceptions, notified by Government in this behalf from time to time, the candidates belonging to the categories specified below may avail the following number of attempts as specified in the Table given below, at the examination, namely:
| Sr. No. | Name of Category | Maximum Number of Attempts |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | General Category | 6 |
| 2 | Backward Classes Nine | 9 |
| 3 | Scheduled Castes | Unlimited |
For the purpose of this rule, an attempt in an examination includes an attempt made by the candidate in the preliminary examination conducted under these rules.
Ex-servicemen category candidates are permitted following attempts at the Examination:
| Sr. No. | Category | Number of Attempts |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | General Ex-servicemen | 6 |
| 2 | Backward classes Ex-servicemen | 9 |
| 3 | Scheduled Castes Ex-servicemen | Unlimited |
Meeting the eligibility criteria is the first step for candidates aspiring to embark on a career with the Punjab Government through the PPSC Exam 2025