The online application submission starts on October 7, 2026, at 04:00 P.M., and the closing date for submission is November 4, 2026, at 04:00 P.M.

The pay scale for the post of Clerk (for fresh recruitment/appointment on or after 17.07.2020) in District Courts of Punjab is Rs. 29,200/- (level-5) per month.

Applicants must possess a Bachelor of Arts or Bachelor of Science degree or equivalent from a recognized University. They must also have passed matriculation examination with Punjabi as one of the subjects and have proficiency in computer operations.

The application fee is Rs. 710/- for SC/BC/OBC/ESM/EWS of Punjab, Rs. 875/- for Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD) of Punjab, and Rs. 1200/- for all other categories. This fee includes online facilitation charges and is non-refundable.

The selection process comprises an Online Written Examination (Computer Based Test), followed by a qualifying Computer Proficiency Test (CPT), and finally, checking of original testimonials/interaction. The final merit list will be prepared based on marks obtained in the Written Examination (CBT).

Yes, there will be negative marking in the multiple-choice questions of the Written Examination. 1/4 mark will be deducted for every wrong answer.

Candidates must secure a minimum of 33% marks in each subject (General Knowledge and English Composition) and an aggregate of 40% marks in the Written Examination (Computer Based Test) to qualify.

The CPT is of a qualifying nature and consists of two parts: a Spreadsheet Test (10 marks, 10 minutes duration, with 40% qualifying marks) and a Computer Typing Test in English (requiring a speed of 30 Words Per Minute).

As on January 1, 2026, the age limit for Unreserved/General categories is 18 to 37 years. Age relaxations apply for Scheduled Caste (5 years), Backward Classes (5 years), Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (10 years), Ex-servicemen, and In-Service Employees (up to 45 years).