If you want to secure a job through the Punjab Public Service Commission (PPSC) in 2026, you must clear two key stages:

1️⃣ Initial Eligibility & Written Test
2️⃣ Scrutiny of Documents (before Interview)

Below is a complete, structured breakdown answering all major questions including PCS eligibility, CGPA requirements, negative marking, lecturer jobs, planner updates, roll number slips, and results.

✅ What Are the Eligibility Criteria for PPSC?

1️⃣ Domicile Requirement

• Must hold valid Punjab domicile
• Married female candidates may use husband’s domicile (with marriage certificate)

2️⃣ Age Criteria (General Posts)

📌 Age is calculated on the closing date of the advertisement.

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3️⃣ Educational Qualification

• Degree must be recognized by HEC
• Result must be officially declared before the closing date
• CGPA must be converted into percentage

📊 How Much CGPA Is Required for PPSC?

There is no fixed CGPA requirement.

However:

• Most posts require 2nd Division (Minimum 45%–50%)
• CGPA must be converted to percentage as per university formula
• A 2.5/4.0 CGPA typically equals 60% (varies by institution)

Always attach conversion certificate if required.

❓ What Is the Negative Marking Criteria for PPSC 2025/2026?

For most One Paper MCQ Tests:

• Each MCQ = 1 mark
• 0.25 marks deducted for each wrong answer
• No negative marking for unattempted questions

Example:
If you answer 80 questions:

• 60 correct = 60 marks
• 20 wrong = –5 marks (20 × 0.25)
• Final Score = 55

🏆 Who Is Eligible for Punjab PCS (PMS) 2025/2026?

PCS in Punjab is conducted through the PMS exam by PPSC.

Basic Criteria:

• Bachelor’s degree (2nd division)
• Age usually 21–30 years
• Punjab domicile
• No more than 3 attempts

PMS includes:

• Written exam
• Psychological assessment
• Interview

📋 Scrutiny Phase – Document Checklist

If you pass written test, you must present original documents:

• CNIC
• Domicile
• All degrees (Matric to highest)
• Experience certificates (post-qualification only)
• Departmental Permission Certificate (if govt employee)
• Equivalence certificate (if foreign degree)
• Disability certificate (if applying under quota)

⚠️ Even one missing document = immediate rejection.

💰 Application Fee (Digital Only)

PPSC uses PSID system.

Fee:

• Rs. 600 (general posts)
• Rs. 1,000 (PMS / competitive exams)

Payment Methods:

• JazzCash
• EasyPaisa
• ATM / Internet Banking (1Link banks)

No paper challan required.

📅 PPSC Planner 2026 – Upcoming Jobs

According to the 2026 recruitment cycle:

• Technical/Admin Jobs – February/March
• Lecturer Jobs – Expected Q2 2026
• Police Recruitment – Mid 2026
• PMS Announcement – Late 2026

🎓 PPSC Lecturer Jobs 2026

Expected subjects:

• English
• Mathematics
• Physics
• Computer Science
• Commerce
• Political Science

Lecturer Test Pattern:

• 100 MCQs
• 90 minutes
• 80% Subject
• 20% General Knowledge

🚓 PPSC Police Jobs 2026

Expected posts:

• Sub-Inspector
• Inspector Legal
• Prosecutor
• Intelligence Officer

Includes physical test for uniform posts.

📄 PPSC Results

After written test:

• Result uploaded on PPSC website
• Shortlisted candidates receive interview schedule
• Final merit list published after interviews

🎫 PPSC Roll No Slip

Roll number slips are:

• Available online 7–10 days before test
• Downloadable from PPSC website
• SMS alerts may be sent

No hard copy is mailed.

🌐 PPSC Home Portal

All updates available at:

🔗 ppsc.gop.pk

Sections:

• Jobs Advertisement
• Planner
• Syllabus
• Results
• Roll No Slip
• Interview Schedule

❌ Common Reasons for Rejection

• Applying after age limit (even 1 day over)
• Degree result announced after closing date
• Experience not matching post-qualification requirement
• Missing domicile at scrutiny
• CGPA not converted to percentage

📌 Quick Summary

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