Subordinate Services Selection Board (PSSSB), Punjab has released the official notification (Advertisement No. 09 of 2026) for the recruitment of Assistant District Attorney posts in the Legal Department, Punjab. This is a Group ‘B’ Gazetted/Non-Gazetted recruitment drive. Online applications will open on 30 April 2026. The last date to apply is 20 May 2026.
PSSSB ADA Notification 2026 PDF Download
Candidates aspiring for the PSSSB Assistant District Attorney exam should not believe any information until valid proof is provided. The only official source for this is the PSSSB ADA recruitment notification 2026. Testbook has provided this information based on the official notification. Candidates can also verify it by downloading the PDF from here. Click on the link below to get the official PDF.
PSSSB Assistant District Attorney Recruitment 2026 Official PDF Download
Application Dates
The PSSSB ADA 2026 application process will start from 30 April 2026 and continues till 20 May 2026. The last date for payment of the application fee is also 20 May 2026. The examination will be conducted online (CBT) with negative marking.
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Release Date | 23 April 2026 |
| Application Opens | 30 April 2026 |
| Application Closes | 20 May 2026 |
| Written Exam (CBT) | To be notified on website |
How to Apply for PSSSB ADA 2026 Recruitment?
The aspirants of PSSSB Assistant District Attorney can follow the steps mentioned below to apply for the 2026 recruitment drive:
- Visit the PSSSB official website: https://sssb.punjab.gov.in
- Click on the “Apply Online” link for Advertisement No. 09 of 2026.
- Complete Registration if not done earlier — provide basic details to generate User ID (Email ID) and Password.
- Log in using Registration Number (User ID) and Password.
- Click on “Assistant District Attorney, 2026” under Live Exam.
- Fill all details – Personal, Educational, Additional Information.
- Upload a passport-size photograph (or capture live photo using webcam/mobile) and scanned signature in JPEG format.
- Upload scanned copies of mandatory documents: 10th certificate (for Punjabi proof), LL.B. degree certificate, experience certificate (2 years practice), category certificates (if applicable), domicile certificate, etc.
- Preview and verify all details carefully, then submit the form.
- Pay the application fee online (if applicable).
- Download and save the application printout for future reference.
Note: Only ONE online application is allowed per candidate. Multiple applications will lead to rejection of candidature. No changes will be permitted after final submission.
Application Fee
Candidates applying for the PSSSB ADA 2026 recruitment must also check the fee details below. The fee amount varies according to category. Once paid, the fee is non-refundable under any circumstances.
| Category | Application Fee |
|---|---|
| Ex-Serviceman / EWS / PwD / LDESM (Punjab State only) | ₹ 500/- |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) & Backward Classes (BC) (Punjab State only) | ₹ 750/- |
| All Other Categories (General, etc.) | ₹ 1500/- |
| Payment Mode | Online (Net Banking / Credit Card / Debit Card / UPI) |
Note: Fee exemption is not available for any category. Incomplete payment will lead to rejection of the application.
PSSSB ADA 2026 Vacancy Details
A total of 170 vacancies (including backlog) have been announced for the post of Assistant District Attorney. Category-wise vacancy distribution is as follows:
| Category | Vacancies | Women Reservation (Out of Total) |
|---|---|---|
| General | 76 | 26 |
| SC (M&B) | 16 | 06 |
| SC (R&O) | 13 | 05 |
| BC | 20 | 07 |
| Ex-Servicemen General | 06 | 02 |
| Ex-Servicemen SC (M&B) | 02 | – |
| Ex-Servicemen SC (R&O) | 03 | – |
| Ex-Servicemen BC | 02 | – |
| Sports General | 02 | 01 |
| Sports SC (M&B) | 02 | – |
| Sports SC (R&O) | 02 | – |
| Physical Handicapped (Ortho) | 02 | 01 |
| Physical Handicapped (Visually Impaired) | 01 | – |
| Physical Handicapped (Hearing Impaired) | 02 | 01 |
| Physical Handicapped (ID/MD) | 02 | 01 |
| Freedom Fighter | 02 | 01 |
| Economically Weaker Section (EWS) | 17 | 05 |
| Total | 170 | 56 |
PSSSB ADA Eligibility Criteria 2026
One of the first and most important things to do is to check the PSSSB ADA 2026 eligibility as mentioned in the official notification. This provides clarity to candidates if they can apply for the recruitment or not. Check here the complete eligibility criteria.
What is the Age Limit for PSSSB Assistant District Attorney?
As per the PSSSB ADA 2026 age criteria, candidates should calculate their age as on 1 January 2026.
| Category | Maximum Age Limit (as on 01-01-2026) |
|---|---|
| General | 37 years (Minimum 18 years) |
| SC / BC (Punjab Domicile) | 42 years |
| Central / State Govt. Employees | 45 years |
| Physical Handicapped (Punjab Domicile) | 47 years (10 years relaxation) |
| Widows / Divorcees (as per 23.04.1984 instructions) | 40 years |
| Ex-Servicemen (Punjab Domicile) | As per Punjab Ex-Servicemen Rules, 1982 (age after deducting military service should not exceed the post’s upper limit by more than 3 years) |
Note: Government employees (Central/State) must produce NOC from their department at the time of counseling to avail age relaxation.
PSSSB ADA Educational Qualification
The candidate must possess the following qualifications as per the Departmental Service Rules. The cut-off date for educational qualification is the last date for submission of the application form (20 May 2026) as per Punjab Government Notification No. G.S.R.7/Const./Art.309/Amd.(23)/2026 dated 21.01.2026.
| Requirement | Details |
|---|---|
| Essential Qualification | Bachelor of Law (LL.B. – Professional Degree) from a recognized university or institution OR Barrister of England/Ireland OR Member of Faculty of Advocates of Scotland, eligible for enrollment as an Advocate under the Advocates Act, 1961. |
| Experience | Two years of practice at the Bar (experience certificate required). |
| Mandatory Language | Must have passed Matriculation (10th) with Punjabi as a compulsory or elective subject (or equivalent examination in Punjabi) as per Punjab Civil Services (General and Common Conditions of Service) Rules, 1994, Rule 17. |
PSSSB ADA Salary & Job Profile
Selected candidates will be appointed in the pay matrix as per the 7th Central Pay Commission. The salary and allowances will be applicable as per Finance Department circulars dated 15/01/2015 and 04/10/2016.
| Post Name | Pay Level | Salary (7th CPC) |
|---|---|---|
| Assistant District Attorney (ADA) | Level 6 (tentative as per notification) | ₹ 35,400/- (Starting salary) |
Pay Scale: ₹ 35,400 – ₹ 1,12,400 (Level 6) as per standard Group B posts in Punjab Government.
Additional Benefits: Dearness Allowance (DA), House Rent Allowance (HRA), Transport Allowance (TA), and other allowances as per Punjab Government rules.
FAQs
Q1. When did the PSSSB ADA 2026 recruitment begin?
Ans: The PSSSB Assistant District Attorney 2026 recruitment notification was released on 23 April 2026. Online applications will begin on 30 April 2026.
Q2. What is the last date to apply for PSSSB ADA 2026?
Ans: The last date to fill out the PSSSB ADA 2026 application form is 20 May 2026.
Q3. How many vacancies are available for PSSSB ADA 2026?
Ans: 170 vacancies have been advertised for the post of Assistant District Attorney (including backlog).
Q4. What is the age limit for PSSSB ADA 2026?
Ans: Candidates should be between 18 and 37 years of age as on 1 January 2026 for the General category. Relaxation up to 42 years for SC/BC, 45 years for Government employees, and 47 years for PwD candidates (Punjab domicile).
Q5. What is the educational qualification for PSSSB ADA 2026?
Ans: Candidates must possess a Bachelor of Law (LL.B. – Professional Degree) from a recognized university and two years of practice experience at the Bar. Additionally, they must have passed Matriculation with Punjabi as a subject.
Q6. Is there negative marking in the PSSSB ADA exam?
Ans: Yes. There will be ¼ (0.25) negative marking for every wrong answer in the objective-type written exam. Each correct answer carries 1 mark.
Q7. What is the application fee for General category for PSSSB ADA 2026?
Ans: The application fee for All Other Categories (including General) is ₹ 1500/-. SC/BC candidates pay ₹ 750/-, and ESM/EWS/PwD/LDESM pay ₹ 500/-.
