PPSC Exams 2026: has released the official exam schedule 2026. PSCS (Mains) 2025 exams will be held from April 1 to 10, 2026. Check full details here.
The (PPSC) has officially released the exam schedule for February, March, and April 2026, including the much-awaited Punjab State Civil Services Combined Competitive (PSCS) Mains Examination 2025.
The schedule has been issued through an official public notice dated 16 January 2026.
What Has Been Announced
As per the official notice issued by PPSC:
- Exam dates for various competitive posts have been announced
- PSCS (Mains) 2025 examination will be conducted in April 2026
- Admit cards will be released around 5 days before each examination
- Exam centre details will be mentioned on the admit card only
PPSC Exam Schedule 2026 (Other Competitive Exams)
| Post / Exam | Department | Exam Date | Time |
|---|---|---|---|
| District Defence Services Welfare Officer (DDSWO) | Defence Services Welfare, Punjab | 18 Feb 2026 (Wednesday) | 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM |
| Draftsman (Architect) | Housing & Urban Development (PUDA) | 14 Mar 2026 (Saturday) | 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM |
| Horticulture Development Officer | Horticulture, Punjab | To be announced | — |
PSCS (Mains) Examination 2025 – Detailed Schedule
All papers of PSCS (Mains) 2025 will be held in the afternoon session.
| Paper | Date | Day | Time |
|---|---|---|---|
| Essay | 01 April 2026 | Wednesday | 2:30 PM – 5:30 PM |
| English Compulsory | 02 April 2026 | Thursday | 2:30 PM – 5:30 PM |
| Punjabi (Gurmukhi Script) Compulsory | 04 April 2026 | Saturday | 2:30 PM – 5:30 PM |
| General Studies Paper I | 06 April 2026 | Monday | 2:30 PM – 5:30 PM |
| General Studies Paper II | 07 April 2026 | Tuesday | 2:30 PM – 5:30 PM |
| General Studies Paper III | 09 April 2026 | Thursday | 2:30 PM – 5:30 PM |
| General Studies Paper IV | 10 April 2026 | Friday | 2:30 PM – 5:30 PM |
PPSC Exams 2026 Admit Card Information
According to PPSC:
- Admit cards will be uploaded approximately 5 days before the exam date
- Candidates must download admit cards using:
- Registration Number
- Password
- Admit cards will be available on the official website only
Important: Details of exam centre, reporting time, and venue will be printed on the admit card.
Application Form Update
- The online application link for PSCS (Mains) 2025 will be uploaded soon
- Candidates are advised to regularly visit the official website for updates
PPSC Exams 2026 Official Website
All official updates will be available on the Punjab Public Service Commission website:
ppsc.gov.in
Important Note by PPSC
The Commission has clearly stated that the date, time, or other exam details may be changed, if required, due to unavoidable circumstances.
Who Should Check This Update
This notice is important for:
- Candidates appearing for PSCS (Mains) 2025
- Applicants of DDSWO, Draftsman (Architect), and other PPSC posts
- Aspirants preparing for Punjab PSC exams 2026
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Has PPSC released the exam schedule for 2026?
Yes, PPSC has officially released the exam schedule for February to April 2026.
Where can candidates download the admit card?
From the official website ppsc.gov.in.
When will PSCS (Mains) 2025 exams be held?
PSCS (Mains) exams will be conducted from 1 April to 10 April 2026.
PPSC has released the official exam schedule 2026. PSCS (Mains) 2025 exams will be held from 1 to 10 April 2026, with admit cards issued 5 days before exam.
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