The Punjab Subordinate Services Selection Board (PSSSB) has released the Craft Instructor Recruitment 2026 Notification (Advertisement No. 03/2026) for 681 vacancies in various engineering and ITI trades under the Technical Education & Industrial Training Department, Punjab. The online application process commenced on 10 July 2026 and will remain open until 30 July 2026 through the official PSSSB portal.
This recruitment is a significant opportunity for candidates holding Degree, Diploma, NTC, or NAC qualifications in relevant trades who wish to secure a government teaching position in Punjab’s Industrial Training Institutes (ITIs).
The selection process primarily consists of a written examination followed by document verification, while Degree/Diploma candidates are also required to obtain the National Craft Instructor Certificate (NCIC) within three years of appointment. Interested applicants should carefully review the eligibility criteria, trade-wise vacancies, reservation rules, application procedure, and required documents before submitting their online application to avoid rejection.
PSSSB Craft Instructor Recruitment 2026 — 681 Posts (Ishtihar No. 03/2026) |
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| Punjab Subordinate Services Selection Board — Craft Instructor (Degree/Diploma & NTC/NAC) | Apply Online 10–30 July 2026 | |
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| Particulars | Details |
| Organization Name | Punjab Subordinate Services Selection Board (PSSSB) |
| Recruitment Name | Craft Instructor (Various Trades) — Technical Education & Industrial Training Department (Industrial Training Wing) |
| Notification Number | Ishtihar No. 03 of 2026, dated 08.07.2026 |
| Post Name | Craft Instructor — 25 Trades under Degree/Diploma category (Annexure-A) + 27 Trades under NTC/NAC category (Annexure-B) |
| Total Vacancies | 681 Posts (250 Degree/Diploma + 431 NTC/NAC) |
| Notification Release Date | 08 July 2026 |
| Application Mode | Online Mode Only |
| Job Location | Government ITIs across Punjab State |
| Official Website | sssb.punjab.gov.in |
PSSSB Craft Instructor 2026 — Important Dates |
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Note: No corrections/edits are allowed once the online application is submitted — verify every field before final submission (Source: PDF, Para 13-b). read more; Ram Mandir Trust CEO Vacancy 2026 |
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Vacancy Breakup — Category-Wise (Both Annexures Combined) |
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| Category | Approx. Vacancies (Annexure-A + B) |
| General | 196 |
| SC (M&B) | 98 |
| SC (R&O) | 69 |
| BC (Backward Class) | 72 |
| EWS | 60 |
| ESM (General/SC/BC — Self & Dependent) | ~45 |
| Sports Quota (Gen/SC-M&B/SC-R&O) | ~14 |
| Physically Handicapped (Ortho + HI) | ~25 |
| Grand Total | 681 (250 Degree/Diploma + 431 NTC/NAC) |
| Note: Women get horizontal reservation within each category (~137 of 431 NTC/NAC posts & ~81 of 250 Degree/Diploma posts reserved for women). Exact trade-wise breakup is given in Annexure-A & Annexure-B of the official PDF (Source: PDF pg. 38-43).
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Trade-Wise Vacancies (Top Trades — Degree/Diploma Category, Annexure-A) |
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| Trade | Total Posts (Women incl.) |
| Refrigeration & Air Conditioner Technician | 36 (11 W) |
| Fitter | 25 (5 W) |
| Wood Work Technician | 27 (10 W) |
| Plumber | 20 (8 W) |
| Welder | 20 (4 W) |
| Mechanic Tractor | 18 (7 W) |
| Machinist | 14 (4 W) |
| Mechanic Motor Vehicle | 12 (4 W) |
| Turner | 12 (4 W) |
| Other 16 trades (Draughtsman Civil, Electronics Mechanic, Electroplater, Industrial Painter, Instrument Mechanic, Machinist Grinder, Mechanic Agri. Machinery, Mechanic Auto Elec., Mechanic Diesel Engine, Painter General, Plastic Processing Operator, Spinning Technician, Surveyor, Tool & Die Maker, Workshop Calculation & Science, Chemical Plant Attendant Operator) | 1–10 each |
Trade-Wise Vacancies (Top Trades — NTC/NAC Category, Annexure-B) |
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| Trade | Total Posts (Women incl.) |
| Electrician | 76 (19 W) — Highest vacancy trade |
| Fitter | 43 (11 W) |
| Refrigeration & Air Conditioner Technician | 53 (15 W) |
| Plumber | 38 (13 W) |
| Draughtsman Civil | 24 (6 W) |
| Electronics Mechanic | 22 (7 W) |
| Machinist | 20 (3 W) |
| Welder | 22 (7 W) |
| Mechanic Tractor | 17 (7 W) |
| Mechanic Diesel Engine | 17 (6 W) |
| Turner | 18 (4 W) |
| Wood Work Technician | 20 (7 W) |
| Other 15 trades (Computer Hardware & Network, Electroplater, Industrial Painter, ICT System Maintenance, Machinist Grinder, Mechanic Agri. Machinery, Mechanic Auto Elec., Mechanic Consumer Electronics, Painter General, Plastic Processing Operator, Spinning Technician, Surveyor, Tool & Die Maker, Welder GMAW>AW, Attendant Operator Chemical Plant) | 1–9 each |
| Note: Full trade-wise, category-wise breakup for all 52 trades is in Annexure-A (pg.38-39) & Annexure-B (pg.41-43) of the official notification PDF. Vacancies can increase/decrease/be withdrawn by the department at any stage (Source: PDF pg. 2, Para 3).
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Educational & Technical Qualification — Two Recruitment Streams |
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Stream 1: Craft Instructor (Degree/Diploma) — Annexure-A, 25 Trades
Stream 2: Craft Instructor (NTC/NAC) — Annexure-B, 27 Trades
Trades Covered (both streams, examples): Fitter, Electrician, Welder, Turner, Machinist, Machinist Grinder, Plumber, Draughtsman Civil, Electronics Mechanic, Electroplater, Industrial Painter, Instrument Mechanic, Mechanic Motor Vehicle, Mechanic Diesel Engine, Mechanic Tractor, Mechanic Agricultural Machinery, Mechanic Auto Electrical & Electronics, Refrigeration & AC Technician, Surveyor, Spinning Technician, Tool & Die Maker, Wood Work Technician, Workshop Calculation & Science, Plastic Processing Operator, Computer Hardware & Network Maintenance, ICT System Maintenance, Painter (General), Attendant Operator (Chemical Plant), Mechanic Consumer Electronics Appliances (Source: PDF pg. 4-30). Compulsory for All Trades: Passed Matriculation with Punjabi as a compulsory/elective subject (or equivalent), as per Rule 17 of Punjab Civil Services (General & Common Conditions of Service) Rules, 1994. read more; HPCL Graduate Apprentice Trainee Recruitment 2026-27 |
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Age Limit (As on 01.01.2026)
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Application Fee |
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| Ex-Serviceman / EWS / PwBD / LDESM (Punjab) | ₹500/- |
| SC / BC (Punjab State only) | ₹750/- |
| All Other/General Category | ₹1500/- |
| Note: Fee once paid is non-refundable under any circumstances. No fee waiver/exemption is given to anyone (Source: PDF pg. 30-31, 35). | |
Salary / Pay Scale |
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| Craft Instructor (All Trades — Annexure A & B) | ₹35,400/- (Level-6), 7th CPC Central Pay Scale + allowances as per Finance Department rules |
Category Codes for Online Application |
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| Category | Code |
| General | 101 |
| EWS (General) | 102 |
| SC (Mazhabi & Balmiki) | 103 |
| SC (Ramdasia & Others) | 104 |
| BC (Backward Class) | 105 |
| ESM General (Self) / (Dependent) | 106 / 107 |
| ESM SC (M&B) (Self) / (Dependent) | 108 / 109 |
| ESM SC (R&O) (Self) / (Dependent) | 110 / 111 |
| ESM BC (Self) / (Dependent) | 112 / 113 |
| Sports (General / SC-M&B / SC-R&O) | 114 / 115 / 116 |
| Physically Handicapped (Ortho / Hearing Impaired) | 117 / 119 |
| Freedom Fighter | 121 |
| Note: Category & category code CANNOT be changed after the online form is submitted — choose carefully (Source: PDF pg. 2-3, 35). | |
Selection Process 2026
Written Exam Marking Scheme
Tie-Breaker Rule (Equal Merit)
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Expected Written Exam Syllabus (Based on PSSSB Pattern for Technical/Craft Posts)The Board has not released a separate syllabus PDF alongside this notification yet — it will be published on sssb.punjab.gov.in closer to the exam date. Based on the standard PSSSB pattern used for similar technical posts, the paper is generally structured as follows: |
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| Section | Expected Topics |
| General Knowledge & Current Affairs | Punjab History & Culture, Sikh Gurus, National/International Current Affairs, Static GK |
| Reasoning & Mental Ability | Coding-Decoding, Series, Blood Relations, Direction Sense, Non-Verbal Reasoning |
| Numerical/Arithmetic Ability | Matric-level Arithmetic — Percentage, Ratio, Average, Simple/Compound Interest, Mensuration |
| Punjabi Language | Grammar, Muhavare, Ashuddhi Shodhan, Comprehension (Matric level) |
| English Language | Grammar, Vocabulary, Comprehension |
| Trade-Specific Technical Section (Highest Weightage) | Directly from your applied trade’s ITI/Diploma/Degree curriculum — e.g., Electrician: circuits, machines, wiring, safety; Fitter: fitting operations, metrology, workshop tech; Welder: welding processes & defects; Motor Mechanic: engine, transmission, braking, auto-electrical systems; Draughtsman Civil: drawing, surveying, estimation; Refrigeration & AC: refrigerant cycles, compressors, HVAC systems |
| Note: The trade-specific technical section typically carries the maximum weightage in PSSSB technical recruitments — focus your revision on your ITI/Diploma/Degree core subjects. Keep checking sssb.punjab.gov.in for the official syllabus PDF once released. | |
Reservation Rules — Important Points
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How to Apply Online — PSSSB Craft Instructor 2026
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Documents Required
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Preparation Strategy — Craft Instructor 2026
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Job Profile — What a Craft Instructor Does
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Contact / Helpline
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Important Links |
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| Apply Online (Craft Instructor) | click here (Active 10–30 July 2026) |
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q1. What makes the PSSSB Craft Instructor Recruitment 2026 different from previous recruitments?
The 2026 recruitment is one of the largest Craft Instructor drives conducted by PSSSB in recent years, offering 681 vacancies across 52 different trades. Unlike many technical recruitments that focus on a single qualification, this notification includes separate eligibility criteria for both Degree/Diploma holders and NTC/NAC-qualified candidates, giving opportunities to candidates from multiple technical backgrounds. It also introduces detailed trade-wise reservations and stream-specific qualification requirements.
Q2. Can candidates from other states apply for PSSSB Craft Instructor Recruitment 2026?
Yes. Candidates from outside Punjab can apply if they fulfill the educational and technical qualifications mentioned in the notification. However, reservation benefits such as SC, BC, EWS, Ex-Servicemen, and domicile-related relaxations are available only to eligible Punjab residents. Candidates from other states will generally be considered under the General category and must meet all eligibility conditions.
Q3. Why is the National Craft Instructor Certificate (NCIC) important in this recruitment?
The NCIC is a professional certification that demonstrates a candidate’s ability to teach practical and theoretical vocational skills. For the NTC/NAC stream, possessing NCIC is mandatory at the time of application. However, candidates applying through the Degree/Diploma stream are allowed to obtain the NCIC within three years of joining the service. Failure to acquire the certificate within the prescribed period may affect continuation in service as per departmental rules.
Q4. Which trades are expected to witness the highest competition?
Based on previous recruitment trends and the current vacancy distribution, trades such as Electrician, Fitter, Refrigeration & Air Conditioner Technician, Welder, Plumber, Machinist, Draughtsman Civil, Electronics Mechanic, Turner, and Mechanic Motor Vehicle are likely to attract a large number of applicants. These trades have higher awareness among ITI graduates and are commonly offered across technical institutions.
Q5. How should candidates prepare for the written examination?
Candidates should focus on two major areas. First, they must thoroughly revise the technical syllabus related to their respective trade because this section generally carries the highest weightage. Second, they should prepare subjects like Punjab General Knowledge, Current Affairs, Punjabi Language, English, Reasoning, and Basic Mathematics. Regular practice of previous PSSSB technical recruitment papers and mock tests can significantly improve speed and accuracy.
Q6. Is teaching experience compulsory for every applicant?
Experience requirements depend on the qualification stream and technical eligibility. Certain candidates applying through the Degree or Diploma route need relevant industrial or teaching experience as specified in the notification. Similarly, candidates applying under the NTC/NAC stream are also required to possess the prescribed practical experience. Applicants should carefully verify the trade-specific eligibility before submitting the application.
Q7. What responsibilities does a Craft Instructor perform after selection?
A Craft Instructor is responsible for providing practical and theoretical training to students enrolled in Government Industrial Training Institutes (ITIs). Their duties include conducting workshop sessions, maintaining machinery and equipment, preparing lesson plans, assessing trainees’ performance, ensuring workplace safety, maintaining attendance and records, and helping students prepare for NCVT or other vocational certification examinations. They also play an important role in improving students’ employability through skill-based education.
Q8. Is there any probation period after appointment?
Yes. Newly appointed Craft Instructors are generally required to complete a probation period as prescribed under Punjab Government service rules. During this period, their performance, conduct, attendance, and training progress are monitored. Degree/Diploma candidates must also complete the NCIC qualification within the stipulated time to continue in regular service.
Q9. What mistakes should candidates avoid while filling out the online application?
Applicants should carefully verify their personal information, educational qualifications, trade selection, category, uploaded documents, photograph, signature, and payment details before final submission. Since corrections are generally not permitted after submission, even minor mistakes in category selection or qualification details can lead to rejection during document verification. Candidates should also ensure that all uploaded certificates are clear and match the information entered in the application form.
Q10. What career growth opportunities are available after becoming a Craft Instructor?
A Craft Instructor appointed through PSSSB can build a long-term career in Punjab’s Technical Education Department. With experience, departmental examinations, and satisfactory service records, employees may become eligible for promotions to senior instructional posts, workshop superintendent positions, training officer roles, or administrative assignments within government technical institutions. They also receive benefits such as annual increments, Dearness Allowance (DA), House Rent Allowance (HRA), pension-related benefits (as applicable), medical facilities, leave benefits, and other allowances under Punjab Government rules.
Q11. What documents should candidates keep ready before applying online?
Candidates should keep scanned copies of their Matric certificate, relevant Degree/Diploma/NTC/NAC certificates, experience certificates, Punjab domicile certificate (if applicable), category certificate, NCIC certificate (where required), passport-size photograph, signature, and a valid mobile number and email ID. Keeping all documents ready before starting the application process helps avoid last-minute errors and delays.