Note upfront — this notification hasn’t been officially released yet. The Punjab Subordinate Services Selection Board (PSSSB) is expected to announce recruitment for around 785 School Librarian posts under the Punjab School Education Department soon. Since the fresh notification isn’t live on sssb.punjab.gov.in yet, everything below is based on the pattern of the previous PSSSB School Librarian cycle, and candidates should treat it as a preparation guide rather than confirmed information.
Key Details at a Glance
- Organization: Punjab Subordinate Services Selection Board (PSSSB)
- Post: School Librarian (Group-C)
- Expected vacancies: 785
- Mode of application: Online (expected)
- Department: Punjab School Education Department
- Official website: sssb.punjab.gov.in
Important Dates
- Notification: Expected August 2026 (not yet released)
- Registration start: To be notified
- Application deadline: To be notified
Application Fee (Based on Previous Cycle)
- General: ₹1,000
- SC/BC/EWS: ₹250
- Ex-Servicemen & Dependents: ₹200
- PwBD: ₹500
Eligibility (Expected)
Based on the last cycle’s requirements, candidates will likely need:
- 10+2 from a recognized university/institution
- A two-year Diploma in Library Science from a recognized university/institution
- Matriculation with Punjabi as a subject
Pay Scale
The post carries a starting pay of ₹25,500 (Pay Matrix Level 4), without allowances initially, per the School Education Department’s prior notification.
Age Limit (as of January 1, 2026, based on previous cycle)
- Minimum: 18 years
- Maximum (General): 37 years
- SC/BC (Punjab residents): Up to 42 years
- Persons with Disability: Up to 47 years
- Ex-servicemen (Punjab residents): As per Punjab Recruitment of Ex-Servicemen Rules, 1982
- Serving Punjab/State/Central govt. employees: Up to 45 years
Expected Selection Process
- Objective-type written examination
- Document verification
- Medical examination
FAQs
1. Has PSSSB officially released this recruitment notification yet?
Not yet. As of now, it hasn’t been published on sssb.punjab.gov.in — this article is based on the anticipated pattern from the previous cycle.
2. How many posts are expected?
Around 785, though this number isn’t officially confirmed yet.
3. What qualification will be needed?
Likely 10+2 plus a two-year Diploma in Library Science, along with Matriculation with Punjabi, based on the earlier notification’s requirements.
4. Where will the official notification be published?
On the official PSSSB website, sssb.punjab.gov.in, once it’s released.
5. What was the age limit in the previous recruitment cycle?
18–37 years for General category, with relaxations extending up to 42–47 years for reserved categories, ex-servicemen, PwD candidates, and serving government employees.
6. What was the pay scale in the earlier cycle?
₹25,500 starting basic pay under Pay Matrix Level 4, without allowances initially.
7. What was the application fee last time?
₹1,000 for General, ₹250 for SC/BC/EWS, ₹200 for Ex-Servicemen & Dependents, and ₹500 for PwBD candidates.