PSSSB 197 Excise and Taxation Inspector Recruitment 2026 - Complete Details
| Posted on: 05-03-2026 | Ends On: 06-03-2026 |
| Class: PSU Jobs, Police and Defence Jobs | |
| Qualifications: Ex-Servicemen, Graduates (All Graduates) | |
| Experience Type: Fresher | |
| Tenure Type: Permanent | |
| States: Punjab | |
Punjab Subordinate Services Selection Board (PSSSB) is inviting online applications for the direct recruitment of 197 Excise and Taxation Inspector posts in the State Government's Department of Excise and Taxation, under Advt 01/2026. This recruitment offers permanent Group-C positions involving important administrative duties, including monitoring excise duties and ensuring compliance with state taxation laws.
Candidates will be appointed in the pay scale of ₹35,400 as per the 7th Central Pay Commission. Eligible and interested candidates may apply online on or before 06-03-2026.
Advertisement No. 01/2026 replaces the withdrawn Advertisement No. 14/2024. Key points for previous applicants:
- Re-apply:Applicants of 14/2024 must submit a new application online.
- No Fee: Applicants of 14/2024 are exempt from the application fee.
- Age Limit:Age for Applicants of 14/2024 will be calculated as of 01-01-2024.
Vacancies & Eligibility Criteria:
| Post Name | Vacancies | Age Limit as on 01-01-2026 | Qualification | Emoluments |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Excise and Taxation Inspector | 197 | 18 to 37 years |
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Level 6 (As per 7th CPC) (Basic Pay 35400) Initial salary will be approximately ₹55,000 per month including allowances. |
Vacancy Breakup
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Dates to Consider:
Online Application forms will be received by 06-03-2026
Mode of Recruitment :
The selection process for the post of Excise and Taxation Inspector will consist of a written examination followed by a counselling stage including document verification.
Written Examination
Selection will be based on an objective type (Multiple Choice Questions) written examination. The examination will be conducted in two parts as detailed below:
| Examination Part | Content and Nature | Scoring and Conditions |
|---|---|---|
| Part-A | Punjabi Language (Matriculation level) | Candidates must secure at least 50% marks in this mandatory qualifying test. Marks obtained in this part will not be counted towards the final merit list. |
| Part-B | Questions based on the required educational qualifications for the post | The final merit list will be prepared only on the basis of marks obtained in Part-B. Each question will carry 1 mark, with a deduction of 1/4 (0.25) mark for every wrong answer. |
In case of a tie in marks, the older candidate will be ranked higher. If the tie still persists, the candidate with a higher percentage in the required educational qualifications will be given preference, followed by higher marks in Matriculation. Based on the merit list of the written examination, candidates will be called for counselling and document verification.
Final Recommendation
After counselling, the names of candidates found fully eligible and successful will be recommended to the concerned department for appointment based on the final merit list and the available vacancies.
Fee Structure :
Applicable application fee is to be paid online. Fee structure is -
- General Category / Freedom Fighters / Sports: 1000/-
- SC / BC / Economically Weaker Section (EWS): 250/-
- Ex-Servicemen & Dependent: 200/-
- Physical Handicapped: 500/-
- Candidates who applied under Advertisement No. 14/2024: Exempted from fee
How to Apply :
For the concerned posts in Punjab Subordinate Selection Service Board (PSSSB), eligible candidates may apply through the online mode on or before 06-03-2026 as per mentioned steps :
- Open the Online Applications section on PSSSB Portal and select the link related to Advertisement No. 01/2026.
- Complete the registration process by entering the required basic details to generate a unique Application Number.
- Fill in the detailed application form carefully, ensuring that all personal and educational details match the original documents.
- Upload a recent passport-sized photograph and signature according to the specifications mentioned on the portal.
- Pay the application fee online (if applicable) through the integrated payment gateway.
- Review all the entered information carefully before final submission.
- After successful submission, download and keep a copy of the completed application form for future reference Physical printout or hard copy of the application form is not required to be sent to PSSSB at this stage.
- Help Desk: In case of technical issues during the application process, the board may be contacted at 0172-2298000 (Extensions 5106, 5107) or 0172-2298083.