The PPSC stands for Punjab Public Service Commission previously known as Joint Public Service Commission which belongs from UPSC parent governing department was established in 1st November 1956 having a location in Punjab whose main purpose is to recruit officers for different state services. This PPSC exam has 2 different language preferences like English and Punjabi. The PPSC exam happens every year one time. It has category wise application fees for candidates. The candidate must have or at least hold a graduate degree. In PPSC, there is a category wise age relaxation for candidates. For the selection process candidates must go through the 3 phases of selection which includes Prelims Test, Mains Test and at last Personality Test in an online mode. For more details visit our CheggIndia website.

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ELIGIBILITY
SYLLABUS
ADMIT CARD

2. • In this paragraph we will have a brief overview about PPSC. Firstly, The Punjab Public Service
Commission was previously known as the Joint Public Service Commission. It is a constitutional body
of the Punjab Government in India. The Punjab Public Service Commission was established under
Article 315 of the Indian Constitution.
• Secondly, it was organized to recruit officials for various departments. The recruitment is limited to the
state of Punjab. Every year, it holds various competitive exams for civil services. Along with that other
departmental posts under the jurisdiction of the Punjab Government are done. Thirdly and most
importantly the exam is held to fill class I and II positions under the government Punjab. Every year, the
PPSC issues notifications for various state government positions, as well as the State Civil Services
Examination.
• The PPSC recruitment notification for these positions is made available on the organization’s website.
For instance candidates who wish to work for Punjab Government can sit for the exam. Moreover once
the commission has released the exam dates, applicants can apply. Moreover they should constantly
keep checking the official website for more information. Applicants applying for various positions must
meet all of the PPSC’s basic eligibility requirements.
Introduction

3. • EDUCATIONAL QUALIFICATION
• The educational requirements for students attempting to sit for the PPSC
Prelims and Mains are as follows:
• Applicants must have a bachelor’s degree. Moreover an equivalent degree from
a recognized university or institute would also suffice.
• Final-year students can sit for PPSC Prelims without a degree. However, for
PPSC Mains, the applicant must have graduated.
• Applicants must have graduated from high school. However, Punjabi must be a
compulsory or elective subject.
• Moreover the applicant may also take equivalent Punjabi Language exams as
specified by the government.
• Most importantly there is no mention of a percentage requirement for candidates
to take the exam.
• Moreover, if the candidate has pursued any other education that should be
mentioned provided he/she has the certificates as a proof.
• NATIONALITY
• To be eligible to take the exam, the applicant must be of one of the following
nationalities.
PPSC Exam Eligibility Criteria

4. • A suitable candidate should be:
• An Indian national
• A Nepalese national
• A Bhutanese national
• Tibetan refugees who arrived in India prior to 1962 with the intention of
permanently settling in India.
• A person of Indian origin who has migrated from Pakistan, Burma, Sri Lanka.
Moreover the residents of East African countries of Kenya, Uganda, and the
United Republic of Tanzania can also appear.
• AGE LIMIT
• The candidate’s age should be between 21 and 37 years old, as specified by
the government.
• Furthermore candidates planning for the positions of Deputy Superintendent
of Police must be at least 21 years old and not more than 28 years old. Same
applies for the post of Deputy Superintendent Jail/District Probation Officer .
PPSC Exam Eligibility Criteria

5. PPSC Exam Syllabus
• Study related to the environment
• Governance and Bureaucracy
• Economics and financial studies
• Geography of India and of other countries
• Sports and IT sector
• Indian Polity and IT administration
• General topics, basic information about science
concepts
• Indian History
• Everyday Science
• Political Theory & International Order
• History of India
• Indian Economy
• Punjab: Geography, People, Society and Culture, History
&Economy
• Current events of National & International importance
PPSC Exam Pattern
• Candidates who wish to appear for the Punjab Public
Service Commission must pass three stages:
• PPSC Preliminary Examination
• Mains Examination
• Personality Test
• However, PPSC Prelims are just a screening test.
Prelims consist of two objective type papers of 200
marks each. Applicants who pass the Prelims exam
are eligible to sit for the Mains exam. Mains is a 900-
mark paper. In the first place candidates need to
understand that every exam is basically an elimination
round. For this reason a well devised strategy and
dedication are expected from the candidates. After
clearing Mains, the applicant is invited to take the 150-
mark Personality Test.
• Moreover no candidate would be allowed to appear for
the interview if he or she doesn’t have a 45 percent
average on all of the papers. So the candidates need
to keep this particular information in their mind while
sitting for any of the three stages of the exam.

6. • The admit card for the exam is usually released fifteen days prior to
the exam. Because the PPSC Prelims was held in February this
year, the admit card was released on February 3rd. Moreover those
who cleared Prelims were able to download their admit card by
March. Candidates can download their admit cards from the official
website once they are made available.
• Furthermore it is expected that students have a printout of their
admit card for future reference. In addition, if applicants discover
any incorrect information in their admit, they must report it to the
appropriate authority.
• Moreover, if the issue is not resolved try to contact them using the
toll-free numbers/emails provided on the website. In order to avoid
any conflict try reaching the concerned authorities as soon as
possible.
• Besides this, remember to bring the admit card to the exam center
with the necessary proofs and a photograph.
PPSC Exam Admit Card

7. • The commission announces the results of the PPSC Prelims on the
official website. Shortly after the personality test is completed the
final result is out. Firstly the names of students who have qualified
for PPSC Mains is released. Secondly the names of the applicants
eligible for Personality Test are released. Moreover these candidates
will take the final round of the personality test. Lastly, comes the final
list of students who have passed all the three rounds. These
candidates are eligible to be appointed in various departments of the
Punjab Government . Applicants should keep an eye on the official
website for any updates on their results. For instance any new
notification announced must be known to the candidates.
• Also people who were not able to clear the exam this year, need not
be demotivated. In the first place you need to understand, this exam
tests your patience, perseverance, your dedication and hard work.
Moreover your luck does play a major role in determining your
success. The only advise would be to give in your cent percent
efforts.
• In conclusion following up so many explanations, remember a good
strategy and dedication would hep in mastering your skills.
PPSC Exam Result

8. • Visit the official website at ppsc.gov.in or click here.
• Scroll down to the “Announcements” section of the page.
• You will be redirected to a new page if you click on the first link,
“PUBLIC NOTICE REGARDING PROVISIONALLY QUALIFIED
CANDIDATES FOR INTERVIEW IN PSCSCCE-2020 UPDATED
ON 20-05-2020.
• ” Scroll all the way down to the “Announcements” section.
• Select the first link. “UPDATED 20-05-21 ROLL NUMBER WISE
LIST OF PROVISIONALLY QUALIFIED CANDIDATES FOR THE
INTERVIEW”
• Get the pdf here.
• Enter your Roll Number by pressing Ctrl+ F.
• If you are chosen, your roll number will be listed on the pdf.
• Candidates who passed the PPSC CCE Main Exam will now take
the Interview round, which is worth 150 points. The final result will
be announced based on the Mains and Interview marks after the
PPSC Interview and Physical Test. The dates of the results and
other details will be announced after that.
How to Check the PPSC
Exam Result?

9. • In the first place ,go to the official website of the Punjab Public Service
Commission (PPSC) – https://ppsc.gov.in/
• Further in the advertisement section of the home page, click on “Open
Advertisement.”
• Next the page that opens will contain all the information related to various
posts.
• Additionally, scroll down to the bottom to the other information section. There
you will find the “Apply Online” tab. Click on that tab..
• For successful registration candidates need to enter few details. Enter a valid
email address and phone number. Moreover, candidates can start filling the
application form after successfully registering.
• Furthermore the candidates need to enter their personal information .The data
includes Applicant’s name, Father’s name, Mother’s name, DOB, Gender,
Marital Status, Email id, and so on.
• Next, enter your address information .This includes city name , district, address,
pin code. You also need to fill in your contact details.
• Besides this, enter your category, qualification details. Any other information if
required do mention.
• The next step would be to upload the photograph and signature. After that the
applicant needs to pay for the application form.
• Enter a “password” of your choice. Then press the “Update” button.
• Finally, double-check that all of the details are correct. As a single error will
result in the cancellation of your form.
How To Apply?

10. • Lastly click the “Submit” button .To finish your application process this would be
the last required step. Then get a copy of your application for future reference.
• In addition to all the steps, the applicants would be directed to the application
form fee payments section. Payment must be made via challan.
How To Apply?

11. Q1. Is it possible for a final-year student to take the PPSC exam?
In the first place candidates need to be aware that ,final-year student can only take the PPSC Prelims. However for PPSC
Mains, the applicant must be a graduate from a recognised university/institute.
Q2. What is the distinction between PPSC and UPSC?
The Punjab Public Service Commission (PPSC) only recruits officers for the state of Punjab. However, UPSC recruits
officers from all over the country.
In addition to this there is a distinction between the exam patterns of PPSC Prelims and UPSC Prelims. PPSC Prelims
has no negative marking. However, UPSC Prelims has negative marking.
Q3. How many people pass the PPSC Prelims exam each year?
Every year, almost 13 times the number of vacancies in each category are shortlisted for the PPSC Mains exam.
Q.4 Is the Punjab PCS syllabus and selection process the same as the UPSC?
Yes, the syllabus and selection process for both exams are identical. However the only difference is that there are
questions specific to the state of Punjab in Punjab PCS.
Q.5 How should I prepare for the PPSC?
For PPSC, the first step would be to thoroughly review the entire syllabus as well as the exam pattern.
Your preparation would be adequate if you devise a well-thought-out study strategy. Furthermore, a large number of mock
tests will be required to expedite your preparation.
Q.6 How many times have one can appear for the Punjab PCS Prelims exam?
The total number of attempts allowed for students in the general category is six. For backward class students its nine. For
Scheduled castes the attempts are unlimited. However the number of attempts for ex-servicemen is limited to four.
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