Punjab State Civil Services Combined Competitive Examination 2025

Everything You Need to Know About PSCSCCE 2025

The Punjab State Civil Services Combined Competitive Examination (PSCSCCE) 2025, conducted by the Punjab Public Service Commission (PPSC), is a gateway for aspirants looking to join prestigious state administrative and allied services. Here's an in-depth look at this significant examination.

Introduction

The PPSC organizes the PSCSCCE 2025 to recruit officers for various administrative positions in the Punjab Government, such as:

Punjab Civil Service (Executive Branch)
Deputy Superintendent of Police
Tehsildar
Excise & Taxation Officer
Food and Civil Supply Officer
Block Development and Panchayat Officer
Assistant Registrar Co-operative Societies
Labour-cum-Conciliation Officer
Employment Generation & Skill Development Officer
Deputy Superintendent of Jails/District Probation Officer

With 322 vacancies announced, this is an excellent opportunity for aspirants.

Important Dates

Preliminary Exam Date: April 2025 (Tentative)
Last Date to Apply: January 31, 2025
Application Fee Payment: January 3 - January 31, 2025

Eligibility Criteria

Educational Qualifications:

A Bachelor’s degree in any discipline from a recognized university.
Candidates can appear for the prelims while completing their degree but must provide proof before the mains.

Language Requirement:

Must have passed Punjabi as a compulsory or elective subject in Matriculation.

Age Limit:

General: 21 to 37 years (as of January 1, 2025)
Age relaxations apply for reserved categories and specific posts, such as:
- Up to 42 years for SC/BC categories (except for police services).
- Up to 45 years for government employees.
- Up to 47 years for physically handicapped candidates.

Examination Structure

Preliminary Exam:

Paper I: General Studies (100 questions, 200 marks)
Paper II: CSAT (80 questions, 200 marks; qualifying in nature with a 40% cut-off)
No negative marking.
Bilingual (English and Punjabi).

Main Exam:

Descriptive Papers: Seven papers, including language proficiency, essays, and general studies.
Interview: 150 marks.
Total Marks: 1500.

Physical Test (for Police Services):

Requirements include height, chest measurements, and event-specific physical abilities such as races, jumps, and other endurance tasks.

How to Apply

Visit the PPSC website: PPSC Official Website
Fill out the online application form.
Submit the required documents and pay the application fee:
- General: ₹1500
- SC/BC (Punjab): ₹750
- ESM/PwD: ₹500

Key Highlights

Reservations: 33% of posts are reserved for women under Punjab Civil Services Reservation Rules, 2020.
Number of Attempts: Six for the general category, with relaxations for others.
Special Notes: The application is entirely online, and no hard copies are required unless specified.

Preparation Tips

Understand the syllabus thoroughly, focusing on Punjab-specific topics like history, culture, and geography.
Regularly practice mock tests for both the prelims and mains.
Stay updated on current events, both national and international.

Start Your Journey Today! PSCSCCE 2025 is your chance to serve Punjab with dedication and integrity. Begin your preparation now and make your mark in state services.

For more details, visit the PPSC website.