PSSSB Craft Instructor Recruitment 2026 Notice Released: Application Reopens for 681 Posts

• PSSSB has reopened applications for 681 Craft Instructor posts under Advertisement No. 03/2026 following representations received from candidates.
• The reopened application window runs from August 19 to August 25, 2026, with the portal closing at 11:59 PM on the last date.
• Candidates need the relevant B.E./B.Tech, technical diploma or ITI qualification along with the prescribed Punjabi language requirement.

Punjab Subordinate Services Selection Board (PSSSB) has reopened the online application window for its 681-post Craft Instructor Recruitment 2026, giving candidates another opportunity to apply under Advertisement No. 03 of 2026. The decision follows representations received from candidates seeking reopening of the application portal.

The fresh application window opened on August 19 and will remain available only until August 25, 2026 at 11:59 PM. The recruitment is being conducted for Craft Instructor posts in various trades under the Directorate of Technical Education & Industrial Training, Punjab, Industrial Training Wing.

The recruitment was originally opened for applications from July 10, 2026. Applicants need a relevant engineering degree, technical diploma or ITI qualification depending on the trade, along with Matriculation carrying Punjabi as a compulsory or elective subject. The advertised age range is 18 to 37 years as on January 1, 2026.

PSSSB Craft Instructor Recruitment 2026 Notification

Application Window Reopened Until August 25

The reopening of applications is the key update for candidates who could not submit their forms during the earlier application period.

PSSSB stated that representations had been received from some candidates requesting another opportunity to apply for the Craft Instructor Group ‘B’ posts. The online portal has consequently been reopened for a limited period.

Candidates intending to use the reopened window should complete both the application and applicable fee payment before the deadline.

681 Craft Instructor Vacancies

A total of 681 Craft Instructor posts have been advertised across various trades under the Industrial Training Wing of Punjab’s Directorate of Technical Education & Industrial Training.

The exact trade-wise vacancy distribution should be checked in the detailed Advertisement No. 03/2026 before candidates choose the post or trade for which they intend to apply.

Who Can Apply?

The educational requirement varies according to the Craft Instructor trade.

Candidates are required to possess the relevant B.E./B.Tech degree, technical diploma or ITI certificate in the specific trade for which they are applying.

In addition to the technical qualification, applicants must have passed Matriculation with Punjabi as a compulsory or elective subject.

Candidates should rely on the detailed advertisement for the exact trade-wise qualification because the applicable engineering branch, diploma discipline or ITI trade can differ between Craft Instructor posts.

Age Requirement

The prescribed general age range is 18 to 37 years as on January 1, 2026.

Age relaxation is applicable to eligible categories according to Punjab Government rules. Candidates claiming relaxation should verify the relevant category conditions and supporting certificate requirements in the official notification.

PSSSB Craft Instructor Salary

The Craft Instructor posts fall under Level 6 of the applicable Pay Matrix.

The initial basic pay is stated to be approximately ₹35,400 per month. Candidates should refer to Advertisement No. 03/2026 for the complete remuneration structure, probation conditions and applicable allowances.

Category-wise Application Fee

The application fee varies substantially by category.

Payment is to be completed online.

How PSSSB Will Select Craft Instructors

The recruitment process begins with an objective-type written examination. Candidates qualifying under the prescribed criteria will subsequently proceed to document verification.

A medical examination may also form part of the appointment process where applicable.

The selection stages stated for the recruitment are written examination, document verification and medical examination, if applicable.

About the Written Exam

The source information provided describes an expected examination pattern comprising a technical/trade-specific section and a general section covering subjects such as General Knowledge, Quantitative Aptitude, Mental Ability, English and Punjabi.

However, the supplied information labels this pattern as “expected.” Candidates should therefore not treat the stated 60–70% technical weightage, 100/120 marks, two-hour duration or 0.25 negative marking as confirmed unless these details appear in the official PSSSB examination scheme.

Important Links

The recruitment is being handled through the official Punjab Subordinate Services Selection Board website.

• PSSSB Craft Instructor Short Notification
• PSSSB Craft Instructor Detailed Notification PDF
• PSSSB Craft Instructor Re-Open Notice
• PSSSB Craft Instructor Apply Online Link
• Official Website (PSSSB)

How to Apply During the Reopened Window

1. Visit the official PSSSB website and open the Applications section.
2. Find the application for Craft Instructor Recruitment under Advertisement No. 03/2026.
3. Complete registration using a valid mobile number and email address if registration has not already been completed.
4. Log in and enter the required personal, educational, technical qualification and category information.
5. Select the appropriate Craft Instructor trade according to your qualification and the advertisement conditions.
6. Upload the prescribed photograph, signature and supporting documents.
7. Pay the applicable category-wise application fee online.
8. Review the application carefully and submit it no later than August 25, 2026 at 11:59 PM.
9. Save or print the final submitted application for future reference.