PSSSB Excise & Taxation Inspector Exam Date 2026 Out (197 Posts) – Official Schedule

The Punjab Subordinate Service Selection Board (PSSSB) has initiated the PSSSB Excise Inspector Recruitment 2026 to fill 197 positions for Excise and Taxation Inspector. With the application phase concluded, the board is preparing for the first stage of the selection process. The official exam date has been published on the PSSSB official website. The written exam is officially scheduled for 31st May 2026 (Sunday). 

PSSSB Excise Inspector Recruitment 2026 Notification PDF Out

Aspiring candidates should carefully review the official PSSSB Excise Inspector Notification PDF to confirm their eligibility for the role. Selected candidates will be entitled to a pay scale of Rs. 35,400 per month, subject to qualifying the written examination and the subsequent document verification phase.

Excise Inspector Punjab Recruitment 2026- Important Dates

The PSSSB Excise Inspector Exam Date 2026 has been confirmed by the board. The examination will take place on 31st May 2026. Stay updated with all critical deadlines and schedule changes here.

PSSSB Excise Inspector Vacancy 2026

The PSSSB is recruiting for 197 Excise and Taxation Inspector posts to bolster state services. Detailed information regarding category-wise seat distribution and reservation policies is available within the comprehensive PSSSB Excise Inspector Recruitment 2026 notification.

Eligibility Criteria for PSSSB Excise Inspector Recruitment 2026

Candidates are strictly advised to verify all eligibility criteria, including educational requirements, academic qualifications, and the prescribed age limits before participating in the selection stages.

Educational Qualification

• Candidates must have completed Graduation from a recognised institution by the Central & State Governments. Candidates must have Punjabi as a subject at the Matriculation level, Computer Course
• 120-hour computer course with hands-on experience in office productivity or desktop publishing applications

Age Limit

Age Relaxation

• Candidates belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and Backwards Classes (BC) of Punjab are eligible for an extended upper age limit of 42 years.
• Additionally, employees of the State and Central Government can avail of age relaxation, with the upper age limit extended to 45 years.

PSSSB Excise Inspector Recruitment 2026 Application Fee

To finalize the PSSSB Excise Inspector recruitment application, candidates must ensure the payment of the application fee via the online portal. Failure to remit the required fee will result in the disqualification of the application.

How to Apply for PSSSB Excise Inspector Recruitment 2026?

1. Visit the official website of the Punjab Subordinate Service Selection Board (PSSSB) at www.sssb.punjab.gov.in.
2. Go to the PSSSB Excise Inspector Recruitment 2026 notification and click on it.
3. Click on the “Excise Inspector Recruitment 2026” link and select “Apply Online.”
4. Register yourself by providing the required details and uploading the necessary documents.
5. Fill out the application form carefully and submit it.
6. Pay the application fee through a draft issued to the commission.
7. Submit your online application.
8. Take a printout of your online application for future reference.

PSSSB Excise Inspector Selection Process 2026

Candidates must successfully clear the written examination and document verification stages to secure their appointment as an Excise Inspector in Punjab. Notably, there is no interview component in the current selection procedure.

1. Written Test
2. Document Verification

PSSSB Excise Inspector 2026 Exam Pattern

• The written test will carry 100 marks, with each question carrying 1 mark.
• There is a negative marking of 0.25 marks per question
• Candidates will have 2 hours to complete the Written Test
• The candidates will have to select one optional subject for language proficiency out of Punjabi and English

PSSSB Excise Inspector Syllabus & Exam Pattern 2026- Click to Check

PSSSB Excise Inspector Previous Year Papers- Click to Check

PSSSB Excise and Taxation Inspector Salary 2026

Aligned with the 7th Central Pay Commission (CPC) recommendations, the PSSSB Excise Inspector salary is fixed at a basic pay of Rs. 35,400 monthly, inclusive of standard government-mandated allowances and service benefits.

PSSSB Excise Inspector Salary 2026- Click to Check

PSSSB Excise Inspector Preparation Tips

Effective exam preparation requires a strategic approach. Candidates should utilize the syllabus and pattern to create a study plan designed to maximize their scores.

• PSSSB Excise Inspector syllabus and exam pattern assist candidates in understanding the subject-wise syllabus needed to prepare for the exam
• Make SHORT notes while studying a particular topic. This will help you in revision and also help you understand the concept thoroughly
• To enhance your memory, it’s important to regularly review the topics you have learned each day. This practice will help you remember those topics more effectively in the long run. Additionally, revising will aid you in recalling essential formulas and concepts
• Solve previous years’ question papers and take mock tests to improve speed and accuracy
• Practice regularly with mock tests to assess your performance and build exam confidence
• Time management is the next important thing when it comes to exam preparation. Make a study timetable and divide your time for each topic/subject. Keep a track of your time to cover the entire syllabus