SSA Punjab Master Cadre Exam Guide 2026
SSA Punjab Master Cadre 2026 notification updates and complete exam guide. Check exam dates, vacancies, eligibility criteria, selection process, syllabus, and application details.
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📊 Post Details & Salary Structure
| Name of Organization | SSA Punjab |
|---|---|
| Official Website | SSA Punjab Official Website |
| Exam Conducting Body | SSA Punjab |
| Post Name | Master Cadre |
| Recruitment Cycle | 2025 |
| Total Vacancy | 4161 [Expected] |
| Application Process Start Date | October 2025 |
| Late Date to Apply | November 2025 |
| Admit Card Release Date | November-December 2025 |
| Written Test Date | December 2025-January 2026 |
| Result Date | To be Announced |
| State | Punjab Government Jobs |
📊 Exam Pattern & Marking Scheme
| Subject | Number of Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Maths | 912 |
| Science | 859 |
| Hindi | 240 |
| Punjabi | 534 |
| Social Science | 633 |
| English | 790 |
| Music | 25 |
| Physical Education | 168 |
📊 Important Dates & Schedule
- SC/ST
- INR 500/-
- Category
- Application Fee
- Gen & Other
- INR 1000/-
- Ex-Servicemen
- NIL
📊 Exam Pattern & Marking Scheme
| Subject | Qualification |
|---|---|
| English | Graduation Should have studied English as an elective subject for a period of three years OR Should have studied Functional English, English Literature, B.A. Honors (English), B.A. (Honours) English in Graduation; or its equivalent; or Should have passed post Graduation in English; and Should have passed B.Ed. from a recognized university or an institution with English as one of the teaching subjects |
| Maths | Graduation Should have passed Mathematics as a subject at least for three years of Graduation Should have passed B.Ed from a recognized university or an institution with Mathematics as one of the teaching subjects as per guidelines of the University Grants Commission |
| Science (Non-Medical) | B.Sc. with any of the two subjects i.e. physics Chemistry and Mathematics or should have passed B.Sc. in Physics and Mathematics or any other equivalent qualification Should have passed B.Ed from a recognized university or an institution with Science as one of the teaching subjects as per guidelines of the University Grants Commission |
| Science (Medical) | B.Sc. with any of the two subjects i.e. Biology, Physics and Chemistry or B.Sc. Honours) in either of these subjects or B.Sc (life science) or B.Sc (Physical Science) or B.Sc (Biotechnology) or B.Sc (Honours) or B.Sc (industrial Microbiology) or B.Sc (Micro-biology) or B.Sc (Bio-physics) or B.Sc (Bio-chemistry) or B.Sc (Microbial, Food Technology, Chemistry) or B.Sc. Industrial Chemistry or B.Sc. Food Science and Quality Control or B.Sc. Microbial food Technology any other equivalent qualification Should have passed B.Ed from a recognized university or an institution with Science as one of the teaching subjects as per guidelines of the University Grants Commission |
| Hindi | Should have passed Hindi as an elective subject for three years of Graduation; and Should have passed B.Ed from a recognized university or institution with Hindi |
| Punjabi | Should have passed Punjabi as an elective subject for three years of Graduation; and Should have passed B.Ed from a recognized university or institution with Punjabi. |
| Social Science | Should have passed Graduation from a recognized university or institution and should have studied any of the two subjects i.e. History, Political Science, Public Administration, Psychology, Sociology, Economics, Geography, Philosophy and Environmental Studies for three years or Graduation. Should have passed B.Ed from a recognized university or institution with Social Science as one of the teaching subject. |
| Music | Should have passed Graduation in Music (instrumental or Vocal) atleast with 55% mark and Should have passed B.Ed with Music as one of the Subjects. |
| Physical Education | Should have passed Four years integrated course of Bachelor of Physical Education from a recognized university or institution after 10+2 atleast with 55% marks. Or Bachelors degree atleast with 55% marks with Physical Education as a subject in three years Graduation Course and should have acquired one year course of B.P.Ed/D.P.Ed from a recognized university Or Bachelor's Degree from a recognized University or institution atleast with 55% marks and having participated in National or State Games or Athletics or Cricket which are being organized by the Indian Punjab Olympic Association/State Sports Association. |
📊 Exam Pattern & Marking Scheme
| Subject | Total Marks |
|---|---|
| Subject concerned | 150 |
📊 Exam Pattern & Marking Scheme
| Sl No. | Subject | Syllabus PDF |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | English | |
| 2 | Punjabi | |
| 3 | Hindi | |
| 4 | Mathematics | |
| 5 | Science | |
| 6 | Social Science |
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❓ Frequently Asked Questions
Q1.What are the total vacancies advertised for SSA Punjab Master Cadre 2025?
There are a total of 4161 vacancies that have been advertised for SSA Punjab Master Cadre 2025.
Q2.What are the subjects for which the vacancies have been advertised?
The vacancies have been advertised for Maths, Science, English, Music, Physical Education, Social Science.
Q3.What is the total number of questions asked in the SSA Punjab Master Cadre 2025 exam?
There are a total of 150 questions asked with each question carrying one mark.
Q4.What is the total duration of the exam?
The total duration of the exam is 2 hours 30 minutes.
Q5.What is the application fee for the SSA Punjab Master Cadre 2025 exam?
The application fee for General candidates is Rs.1000/- while that for SC/ST is Rs.500/- and Nil for Ex-servicemen.
Q6.What is the selection process for SSA Punjab Master Cadre 2025?
The selection process consists of written exam.
Q7.What is the scheduled date of the SSA Punjab Master Cadre examination?
The exam will be conducted on 21st, 28th August 2022, 4th and 11th September 2022.
Q8.What will be the mode of examination?
The examination will be an online Computer Based Test.
Q9.Where can I get the syllabus for SSA Punjab Master Cadre Exam 2025?
You can download the PDF of the syllabus from the link provided in the above article.
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