Punjab ADA Recruitment 2026 Notification Out for 170 Vacancies, Apply Online from 30 April

The Punjab Subordinate Services Selection Board (PSSSB) issued official notification on 24 April 2026 regarding the Assistant District Attorney (ADA) Recruitment 2026. As per Advertisement No. 09/2026, a total of 170 vacancies will be filled in the Punjab Government’s Justice Department. The application process will begin on 30 April 2026. This recruitment offers a valuable opportunity for law graduates seeking government jobs in Punjab. Check below for details on eligibility, application process, and important dates.

Punjab ADA Recruitment 2026 Notification (Out)

The Punjab Subordinate Services Selection Board (PSSSB) has released the Punjab ADA Recruitment 2026 an official notification on 24 April 2026 at sssb.punjab.gov.in. This recruitment offers a great opportunity for law graduates seeking government jobs. Candidates are advised to regularly check the official website for the latest updates and complete information.

Punjab ADA Recruitment 2026 Highlights

The Punjab PSSSB Assistant District Attorney recruitment 2026 is released under Advertisement No. 09/2026. Here’s a quick overview:

Punjab ADA Recruitment 2026 Important Dates

Candidates should keep track of the important dates to avoid missing deadlines:

• Date of Notification: April 24, 2026.

• Opening Date for Online Applications: April 30, 2026.

• Last Date to Apply and Pay Fees: May 20, 2026. 

• Exam Date: Notify later
  
  

Punjab ADA Notification 2026 PDF

The Punjab Subordinate Services Selection Board (PSSSB) has released the Punjab ADA Recruitment 2026 official notification on 24 April 2026 at sssb.punjab.gov.in. The download link is provided below for the ease of candidates.

Punjab ADA Notification 2026 Download PDF

Punjab ADA Vacancy 2026: Post Details

A total of 170 vacancies have been announced for the Assistant District Attorney post.

This makes the Punjab ADA recruitment 2026 one of the major law officer recruitments this year.

Punjab ADA Eligibility Criteria 2026

Educational Qualification:

• Law Degree: Candidates must hold a Bachelor of Law (Professional Degree) from a recognized university, or be a Barrister of England/Ireland, or a member of the Faculty of Advocates of Scotland.

• Advocate Enrollment: Must be eligible for enrollment as an Advocate under the Advocates Act, 1961.

• Experience: A minimum of two years of practice at the Bar is required.

• Punjabi Language: Must have passed Matriculation (10th) with Punjabi as a compulsory or elective subject.

Age Limit (as on 1 January 2026):

• Minimum Age: 18 years

• Maximum Age (General): 37 years

• Maximum Age (SC/BC – Punjab): 42 years

• Maximum Age (State/Central Government Employees): 45 years

• Maximum Age (PwD – Punjab): 47 years

How to Apply for Punjab Assistant District Attorney Recruitment 2026

Follow these simple steps to complete your Punjab ADA application form 2026:

1. Candidates must apply only via online mode through the official website. 

2.  Registration: Generate a User ID (Email ID) and Password. 

3. Application: Fill in personal and educational details, upload a passport-size photo (or live capture), and scanned signatures.

4. Documents: Upload 10th-grade certificates and other required educational/reservation documents in PDF format. 

5. Payment: Pay the fee online and submit the final application. 

6. Contact Information

7. For queries, candidates can contact the board on working days:
   • Phone: 0172-2298000 (Ext. 5106, 5107) or 0172-2298083. 
   • Helpline: 99885-80229, 96469-32955.

Punjab ADA Application Fees 2026 

The Punjab ADA application fee 2026 varies category-wise:

• General Category: ₹1500. 
• SC / BC (Punjab only): ₹750. 
• Ex-Servicemen / EWS / PWD (Punjab only): ₹500. 

Payment will be accepted in online mode only.

Punjab ADA Selection Process 2026

The Punjab ADA selection process is designed to assess legal knowledge and suitability for the role:

1. Written Examination
   
   

2. Document Verification
   
   

3. Medical Examination
   
   

Candidates must clear each stage to secure final selection in the Punjab ADA recruitment 2026.

Punjab ADA Salary 2026 & Career Growth

Selected candidates will receive an approximate salary of ₹35,400 (as per 7th Central Pay Commission) along with allowances and benefits. The role of Assistant District Attorney offers:

• Government job stability
  
  

• Legal career growth
  
  

• Opportunity to work in prosecution and judiciary support
  
  

Preparation Tips for Punjab ADA 2026

To crack the Punjab ADA exam 2026, focus on:

• Core law subjects (IPC, CrPC, Evidence Act)
  
  

• Previous year question papers
  
  

• Regular Judiciary mock tests
  
  

• Revision of bare acts
  
  

Consistency and conceptual clarity are key to success.

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