⚠️ Online Objection Deadline: 15 October 2026 at 5:00 PM – 3 Days Left
The Subordinate Services Selection Board, Punjab (PSSSB) has released the provisional answer key for the Clerk (Common Cadre) written examination held on 11 October 2026 under Advertisement No. 02/2026. The answer key covers all four question booklet sets – Set A, Set B, Set C and Set D – and is available on the official website sssb.punjab.gov.in. Candidates who wish to challenge any answer must submit their objection online by 15 October 2026 at 5:00 PM and ensure that the hard copy of the objection form and supporting documents reaches PSSSB by 20 October 2026.
Important Note
- This is a PROVISIONAL answer key – it may be revised after the expert committee reviews objections. The result will be based on the final answer key.
- Online objection deadline is 15 October 2026 at 5:00 PM. Hard copy must reach PSSSB by 20 October 2026. Both steps are mandatory.
- Submit a separate Grievance Form (Annexure-I) for each question challenged, with documentary proof (textbook or reference with page number) for every objection.
Overview
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Conducting Body | Subordinate Services Selection Board, Punjab (PSSSB) |
| Post Name | Clerk (Common Cadre) |
| Advertisement No. | 02/2026 |
| Total Vacancies | 531 |
| Pay Scale | Level-2, initial pay Rs. 19,900 |
| Written Exam Date | 11 October 2026 |
| Answer Key Status | Provisional |
| Sets Covered | Set A, Set B, Set C and Set D |
| Answer Key Released | 12 October 2026 |
| Online Objection Window | 13 October 2026 to 15 October 2026 at 5:00 PM |
| Hard Copy Deadline | 20 October 2026 |
| Objection Fee | Not mentioned in official source – check sssb.punjab.gov.in |
| Official Website | sssb.punjab.gov.in |
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Released | 4 February 2026 |
| Original Application Period | 14 February 2026 to 6 March 2026 |
| Re-opened Application Start | 25 August 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply (Re-opened) | 7 September 2026 |
| Written Examination | 11 October 2026 |
| Provisional Answer Key Released | 12 October 2026 |
| Online Objection Window Opens | 13 October 2026 |
| Online Objection Last Date | 15 October 2026 at 5:00 PM |
| Hard Copy Reaches PSSSB by | 20 October 2026 |
| Final Answer Key | After committee review – date not announced |
| Result | After final answer key – date not announced |
How to Download the PSSSB Clerk Answer Key 2026
- Visit the official PSSSB website at sssb.punjab.gov.in.
- Open the Latest News or What’s New section on the homepage.
- Click the notice titled “Provisional Answer Key (Set-A/B/C/D) for the written Exam Dated 11.10.2026 for the post of Clerk (Advertisement No. 02/2026)”.
- Select the set that matches the series printed on your question booklet (A, B, C or D).
- Download the PDF using the direct links in the Important Links table below or from the official notice.
- Save the PDF and compare your responses question by question.
Grievance Form (Annexure-I) – What It Requires
A separate Annexure-I Grievance Form must be completed and submitted for each question challenged. The form requires the following details:
| Field | Details Required |
|---|---|
| Advertisement No. and Post Name | Advt. No. 02/2026, Clerk (Common Cadre) |
| Name of Candidate | Full name as per application |
| Application No. | Application number from the submitted form |
| Roll Number | Roll number from the admit card |
| Question Booklet Series | Set A, B, C or D |
| Question No. | The question number being challenged |
| Published Provisional Answer | The answer given in the provisional key |
| Claimed Correct Answer | The answer the candidate claims is correct |
| Nature of Objection | Explanation of why the key answer is wrong |
| Explanation in Support | Detailed reasoning with reference |
| Reference | Textbook or document name, page number, with a copy enclosed |
| Signature | Candidate’s signature |
How to Submit an Objection Against the PSSSB Clerk Answer Key 2026
- Download the official objection notice and the Grievance Form (Annexure-I) from sssb.punjab.gov.in.
- Fill in the Grievance Form separately for each question you wish to challenge – one form per question.
- Attach documentary proof for each objection – a scanned copy of the relevant page from a textbook or document, with the page number and reference clearly marked.
- Scan the completed form along with the proof.
- Upload the scanned documents through the official Google Form link provided in the PSSSB objection notice on sssb.punjab.gov.in before 15 October 2026 at 5:00 PM.
- Send the original hard copies of all Grievance Forms and supporting documents by Speed Post or by hand to reach PSSSB by 20 October 2026.
PSSSB Address for Hard Copy Submission
The Secretary, Subordinate Services Selection Board, Punjab, Forest Complex, Sector-68, S.A.S. Nagar – 160062.
Important Instructions for Candidates
- One Grievance Form (Annexure-I) per question. Multiple questions cannot be clubbed on a single page. Only the first question on a page will be considered if more than one is written.
- Both online upload and hard copy submission are required. Online submission alone is not sufficient; the hard copy must reach PSSSB by 20 October 2026.
- Attach proper documentary proof with every objection. Objections without supporting evidence may be rejected.
- The objection fee is not mentioned in the official notice reviewed. Check the PSSSB objection notice on sssb.punjab.gov.in before filing.
- The online upload link is a Google Form accessed through the official PSSSB notice on sssb.punjab.gov.in.
- Late objections will not be accepted under any circumstances.
- The expert committee’s decision after reviewing all objections is final and binding.
What Happens After the Objection Window Closes
An expert committee reviews all valid objections. PSSSB then publishes the final answer key, followed by the PSSSB Clerk result. The dates for the final answer key and result are not mentioned in the official notice. Candidates should check sssb.punjab.gov.in regularly for updates.
Important Links
| Description | Link |
|---|---|
| PSSSB Clerk Answer Key 2026 – Set A | Click Here |
| PSSSB Clerk Answer Key 2026 – Set B | Click Here |
| PSSSB Clerk Answer Key 2026 – Set C | Click Here |
| PSSSB Clerk Answer Key 2026 – Set D | Click Here |
| PSSSB Official Website – Objection Notice and Upload Form | Click Here |
FAQs
Is the PSSSB Clerk Answer Key 2026 out?
Yes. PSSSB released the provisional answer key on 12 October 2026 for the Clerk (Common Cadre) written exam held on 11 October 2026 under Advertisement No. 02/2026. All four sets (A, B, C and D) are available on sssb.punjab.gov.in.
Is this answer key final or provisional?
This is a provisional answer key. The final answer key will be released after the expert committee reviews all objections. The result will be based on the final key.
What is the last date to file an objection online?
15 October 2026 at 5:00 PM. The objection window opens on 13 October 2026.
Is submitting the objection online sufficient?
No. Both the online upload (via the Google Form link in the official PSSSB notice on sssb.punjab.gov.in) and the hard copy submission are required. The hard copy of the Grievance Form and supporting documents must reach PSSSB at S.A.S. Nagar by 20 October 2026.
What is the objection fee?
The objection fee is not mentioned in the official notice reviewed. Candidates should check the objection notice on sssb.punjab.gov.in before filing.
How many vacancies are there in PSSSB Clerk Recruitment 2026?
There are 531 vacancies for Clerk (Common Cadre) under Advertisement No. 02/2026.
What is the pay scale for PSSSB Clerk?
The pay scale is Level-2 with an initial pay of Rs. 19,900.
Disclaimer
The information in this article is based on the official PSSSB Clerk provisional answer key notice published on sssb.punjab.gov.in on 12 October 2026 under Advertisement No. 02/2026. The objection fee and marking scheme are not mentioned in the official notice reviewed – candidates must check sssb.punjab.gov.in for these details. The online objection upload is via a Google Form link accessible through the official PSSSB notice; this link is not reproduced here as it is a third-party platform. JobShouter is not associated with the Subordinate Services Selection Board, Punjab. This article is for informational purposes only.
