Punjab Subordinate Services Selection Board (PSSSB) has re-opened the application window for the recruitment of Excise and Taxation Inspectors under Advertisement No. 01/2026. Candidates who missed the earlier deadline now have another chance to apply, with the revised deadline set as April 9, 2026. The recruitment drive aims to fill a total of 197 posts, and applications should be submitted online through the official website.The reopening will benefit a large group of aspirants for Group C government jobs in Punjab, especially graduates looking for roles in taxation and excise administration.
PSSSB Application Process and eligibility criteria
Interested candidates can apply by visiting PSSSB official website and complete the registration process. Applicants must have a Bachelor’s degree in any field from a recognized university. In addition, candidates must complete a minimum 120-hour computer course.The age limit for general category candidates is between 18 to 37 years, while reserve category candidates are eligible for age relaxation as per Punjab government norms.Direct link to apply for PSSSB Excise and Taxation Inspector Vacancies. The application fee is expected to remain unchanged, with general category candidates needing to pay ₹ 1000, while lower fees are applicable for SC, BC, EWS, and ex-servicemen categories.
Selection Process and Exam Pattern
The selection process consists of a written test followed by document verification. The written test will be conducted in two parts. Part A will assess Punjabi language proficiency and is qualifying in nature, candidates need to secure at least 50% marks.Part B will determine the merit and will consist of subject related questions. The final merit list will be prepared based on the marks obtained in Part B, and negative marking is expected to be applied.
Salary and Job Profile
Selected candidates will be posted as Excise and Taxation Inspector under Punjab Govt. Pay scale from ₹10,300 to ₹34,800, with grade pay of ₹4,200 and applicable allowances.This role includes monitoring tax compliance, preventing excise duty evasion, and assisting in revenue collection for the state.
