PPSC PMS Jobs 2026 have been announced by the Punjab Public Service Commission (PPSC) through Advertisement No. 12/2026, published in the Daily Dawn on 8 November 2026. The Combined Competitive Examination 2026 (CCE 2026) offers 48 permanent posts in BS-17, including 45 Provincial Management Service (PMS) officers, one Excise & Taxation Officer and two Assistant Directors Local Fund Audit. Applications must be submitted online only through the PPSC portal at www.ppsc.gop.pk. The last date to apply is 30 November 2026, and the portal closes at 12 midnight.
This is Punjab’s biggest competitive examination of the year. There is no subject restriction for the degree, fresh graduates are eligible, and candidates get four attempts this time — up from three — under a special one-time dispensation from the Services & General Administration Department. The written examination carries 1,100 marks across 11 papers, followed by an interview of 300 marks, for a grand total of 1,400 marks.
PPSC PMS Jobs 2026 Overview
| Details | Information |
|---|---|
| Organization | Punjab Public Service Commission (PPSC), LDA Plaza, 7-Egerton Road, Lahore |
| Advertisement | Advertisement No. 12/2026, Sr. No. 191, Case No. 106-RC/2026 (SPL-1094), published in Daily Dawn on 8 November 2026 |
| Examination | Combined Competitive Examination (CCE) 2026 |
| Total Posts | 48 |
| Pay Scale | BS-17 (all posts) |
| Estimated Salary | Rs 90,000 – 130,000 per month (estimated, including allowances — the ad does not state a salary figure) |
| Job Type | Permanent |
| Domicile | Punjab |
| Gender | Male, female & transgender |
| Place of Posting | Anywhere in Punjab |
| Qualification | Graduate (Second Division) from a recognized university |
| Age Limit (cut-off 1 January 2027) | 21 to 32 years (general); up to 35 years for government servants; up to 45 years for special persons |
| Attempts Allowed | 4 |
| Apply Method | Online only via the PPSC portal |
| Last Date | 30 November 2026 (portal closes at 12 midnight) |
| PPSC UAN | 042-111-988-722 |
PPSC PMS Jobs 2026 Vacancy Details
| Post Name | Department | Total Posts | Open Merit | Minority Quota | Special Persons |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Provincial Management Service (PMS) | Services & General Administration Department (S&GAD) | 45 | 41 | 02 | 02 |
| Excise & Taxation Officer | Excise, Taxation & Narcotics Control Department | 01 | 01 | — | — |
| Assistant Director Local Fund Audit | Finance Department | 02 | 02 | — | — |
| Total | — | 48 | 44 | 02 | 02 |
All 48 posts are in BS-17 and permanent. The Provincial Management Service is the largest share with 45 posts, and it is the only post that carries reserved seats for minority and special-persons candidates.
Eligibility Criteria for PPSC PMS Jobs 2026
Qualification: A graduate degree (Second Division) from a university recognized by the Higher Education Commission. There is no restriction on the subject of the degree, so graduates of any discipline can apply, and fresh graduates are eligible — no prior experience is required.
Domicile: Only Punjab domicile holders can apply. Male, female and transgender candidates are all eligible, and the place of posting can be anywhere in Punjab.
Age Limit (cut-off date: 1 January 2027)
| Category | Maximum Age |
|---|---|
| General candidates | 32 years (21 to 30, plus 2 years) |
| Government serving officials (Federal or Punjab, with 4+ years of service and Punjab domicile) | 35 years |
| Special persons | 45 years |
The upper age limit has been raised from 30 to 32 years, and the number of attempts from 3 to 4, under an S&GAD Notification dated 02-10-2026. This is a special one-time dispensation that applies only to the Combined Competitive Examinations of 2026 and 2027. Please note that the normal age relaxation under the 1961 rules does not apply to CCE posts, and employees of semi-government organizations, autonomous bodies and local bodies get no age concession for their service.
Attempts: A candidate can appear in the Combined Competitive Examination up to 4 times.
Other conditions: In-service candidates must obtain an NOC/DPC from their department on or before the closing date. If you are claiming an equivalent qualification, an equivalence certificate from HEC or QEDC is required. CGPA is not acceptable — candidates must produce certificates showing marks obtained and total marks for all degrees at the time of interview. Original certificates and documents must be produced at the psychological assessment and interview.
PPSC CCE 2026 Exam Pattern & Syllabus
The Combined Competitive Examination 2026 consists of a written examination of 11 papers of 100 marks each (1,100 marks), followed by an interview/viva voce of 300 marks, making a grand total of 1,400 marks.
- Compulsory papers: 10 papers, including the General Knowledge paper (MCQs) and the Mental Ability & Reasoning Test (MART).
- Optional paper: 1 paper, chosen by the candidate from a list of 30 subjects.
- Papers VI to X: each paper carries 25 marks of MCQs and 75 marks of subjective questions.
- Negative marking: 0.25 marks are deducted for every wrong answer in the General Knowledge MCQ paper.
Qualifying Criteria
| Stage | Requirement |
|---|---|
| Mental Ability & Reasoning Test (MART) | At least 33% marks |
| Each other paper | At least 40 marks out of 100 |
| Aggregate for interview call | At least 550 out of 1,100 marks in the written examination |
| Interview (viva voce) | At least 50% marks for final merit |
The examination may be conducted in phases. Candidates should read the detailed syllabus, which is available on the PPSC website, and prepare each paper according to the qualifying marks given above. Note that a candidate who remains absent in any one paper is barred from appearing in the remaining papers.
How to Apply for PPSC PMS Jobs 2026
Applications are accepted online only. No applications by post or by hand will be accepted. Follow these steps:
- Visit the PPSC website at www.ppsc.gop.pk and read the “Important Instructions” for Advertisement No. 12/2026 before applying.
- Open the online application form and select Advertisement No. 12/2026, Sr. No. 191 (Case No. 106-RC/2026).
- Fill in your personal, educational and domicile details carefully. Choose your optional subject and your examination centre with care — neither can be changed after submission.
- Generate your 17-digit PSID and deposit the application fee through any of the channels given below.
- Submit the online application before 30 November 2026. The portal closes at 12 midnight, so do not wait for the last hours.
- Keep a copy or printout of your submitted application for your record.
Application Fee
The fee amount is not printed in Advertisement No. 12/2026 — the advertisement directs candidates to read the “Important Instructions” on the PPSC website for the fee. Rs 1,000 (PPSC’s standard competitive-exam fee — confirm the exact fee on the portal when applying) is the usual fee for competitive examinations (compared with Rs 600 for one-paper tests). The fee is deposited through a 17-digit PSID, using any of these channels: ATMs, mobile phone banking, internet banking, over-the-counter payment at 1Link member bank branches, JazzCash, EasyPaisa, U Paisa, or other micro-finance banks. Special persons and PPSC employees are exempt from the fee.
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Advertisement published (Daily Dawn) | 8 November 2026 |
| Online applications open | 8 November 2026 |
| Last date to apply online | 30 November 2026 (portal closes at 12 midnight) |
| Age counted as on | 1 January 2027 |
Terms & Notes
- The number of posts may change at any stage if the government requests it. PPSC accepts such a change without calling for fresh applications, and the change is announced only through a notice on the PPSC website.
- Salary: The estimated salary is Rs 90,000 – 130,000 per month, including allowances. This is an estimated figure — the official ad does not state a salary.
- The optional subject and the examination centre, once selected, cannot be changed after the application is submitted.
- A candidate who is absent in any one paper will not be allowed to appear in the remaining papers.
- The examination may be held in phases.
- The normal age relaxation under the 1961 rules does not apply to these posts, and employees of semi-government organizations, autonomous bodies and local bodies are not entitled to any age concession for their service.
- In-service candidates must have their NOC/DPC from their department by the closing date.
- Equivalence certificates (HEC/QEDC) are required where an equivalent qualification is claimed. CGPA is not acceptable; certificates of marks obtained and total marks for all degrees must be produced at the interview.
- Original certificates and documents must be produced at the psychological assessment and interview.
- Authenticity warning from the advertisement: no information other than what is published on the PPSC website is authentic. Candidates should rely only on www.ppsc.gop.pk for updates about this examination.
FAQs — PPSC PMS Jobs 2026
Q1: What is the last date to apply for PPSC PMS Jobs 2026?
The last date is 30 November 2026. Applications are accepted online only through the PPSC portal, which closes at 12 midnight on that date.
Q2: What is the age limit for the PPSC Combined Competitive Examination 2026?
The age is counted as on 1 January 2027. General candidates must be 21 to 32 years old (the upper limit was raised from 30 to 32 under a special one-time dispensation). Government servants with 4 or more years of service can apply up to 35 years, and special persons up to 45 years.
Q3: How much is the application fee for PPSC PMS Jobs 2026?
The fee amount is not printed in Advertisement No. 12/2026 — the advertisement directs candidates to the “Important Instructions” on the PPSC website. Rs 1,000 is PPSC’s standard competitive-exam fee, so confirm the exact fee on the portal when you apply. The fee is paid through a 17-digit PSID, and special persons and PPSC employees are exempt.