SSSB Punjab Assistant District Attorney Recruitment 2026: Complete Overview
The Punjab Subordinate Services Selection Board has announced recruitment for 170 posts of Assistant District Attorney (ADA) under the Department of Justice, Government of Punjab. This is a significant opportunity for law graduates with litigation experience who are seeking a stable and prestigious government legal career. Recruitment Snapshot Particulars Details Post Name Assistant District Attorney (ADA) Conducting Authority Punjab Subordinate Services Selection Board Department Department of Justice, Government of Punjab Total Vacancies 170 Posts (including backlog vacancies) Job Type Punjab Government Job Group Group-B Pay Scale ₹35,400 per month Pay Matrix 7th Central Pay Matrix Application Mode Online Only Last Date to Apply 20 May 2026 Important Dates Event Date Notification Release Date 24 April 2026 Online Application Start Date 30 April 2026 Last Date to Apply Online 20 May 2026 Last Date for Fee Payment 20 May 2026 Examination Date To Be Announced Candidates are advised to complete the application process well before the deadline to avoid last-minute technical issues. Vacancy Distribution Category Total Vacancies Reserved for Women General 76 26 SC (Mazbi & Balmiki) 16 6 SC (Ramdasia & Others) 13 5 Backward Class 20 7 Ex-Servicemen (General) 6 2 Ex-Servicemen SC (M&B) 2 — Ex-Servicemen SC (R&O) 3 — Ex-Servicemen BC 2 — Sports (General) 2 1 Sports SC (M&B) 2 — Sports SC (R&O) 2 — PH (Orthopedic) 2 1 PH (Visually Impaired) 1 — PH (Hearing Impaired) 2 1 PH (ID/MD) 2 1 Freedom Fighter 2 1 Economically Weaker Section (EWS) 17 5 Total 170 56 Eligibility Criteria Educational Qualification Requirement Details Academic Qualification Bachelor of Laws (LLB Professional Degree) from a recognized university Alternative Qualification Barrister of England or Ireland, or Member of Faculty of Advocates of Scotland Enrollment Eligibility Must be eligible for enrollment as an Advocate under the Advocates Act, 1961 Experience Minimum 2 years of practice at the Bar Punjabi Language Requirement Requirement Details Language Qualification Must have passed Matriculation with Punjabi as a compulsory or elective subject Age Limit (As on 1 January 2026) Category Maximum Age Minimum Age (All Categories) 18 Years General Category 37 Years SC / BC (Punjab) 42 Years State / Central Government Employees 45 Years Persons with Disabilities (Punjab) 47 Years Widows / Divorcees / Certain Married Women 40 Years Domicile Requirement Requirement Details Domicile Punjab Domicile Certificate is mandatory Validity Certificate must not be older than 5 years on the date of upload Salary and Benefits Component Details Basic Pay ₹35,400 per month Pay Structure 7th Central Pay Matrix Additional Benefits Dearness Allowance, House Rent Allowance, Medical Benefits, Pension and Other Government Allowances Job Location Selected candidates may be posted in any district across Punjab under the Department of Justice. Transfers may be made based on administrative requirements. Key Responsibilities Area Responsibilities Court Representation Represent the Punjab Government in civil and criminal matters before district courts Legal Drafting Prepare pleadings, affidavits, written statements, and legal opinions Case Management Monitor ongoing litigation and coordinate with concerned departments Advisory Role Assist government departments on legal matters Court Appearances Attend hearings, arguments, and case follow-ups regularly Mode of Application Particular Details Application Mode Online Only Official Website PSSSB Official Portal Offline Applications Not Accepted Incomplete or incorrectly filled applications are liable to be rejected. Why This Recruitment Matters The Assistant District Attorney position is one of the most sought-after legal posts in Punjab. It offers: For advocates with the required litigation experience, this recruitment presents an excellent opportunity to transition into public service while continuing substantive legal work.
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