Punjab Police · Government of Punjab · Official Recruitment 2026

Punjab Police Jobs 2026 – SSA & PSA (Senior/Police Station Assistant) – Apply by 28 June 2026

Punjab Police is hiring Senior Station Assistants (SSA) and Police Station Assistants (PSA) across Punjab. ICS is mandatory for both. English typing 35 WPM + Urdu 25 WPM required. Temporary positions likely to be made permanent. Apply online at jobs.punjabpolice.gov.pk.

Punjab Police Jobs. Punjab Police is the law enforcement agency of Punjab — Pakistan’s most populous province — responsible for maintaining public order, preventing and investigating crime, and upholding the rule of law across thousands of police stations and units serving over 110 million citizens. Operating under the Inspector General of Police Punjab and the provincial Home Department, Punjab Police has been undergoing significant digital transformation in recent years, modernizing its police station operations, digitizing FIR registration, and deploying technology-based public service systems across the province.

The recruitment of Senior Station Assistants (SSA) and Police Station Assistants (PSA) in 2026 reflects Punjab Police’s commitment to professionalizing its administrative and record management functions at police station level. These positions are critical for managing the digital workflow of police stations — handling FIR records, computerized reporting, data entry, and official correspondence — requiring ICS-qualified candidates with verified typing speeds and MS Office proficiency.

📋 Police Station Administration — SSA & PSA

Q: How do I apply for Punjab Police SSA and PSA positions 2026?

Apply online through the Punjab Police Jobs portal at jobs.punjabpolice.gov.pk. Browse available positions, select SSA or PSA, read the full eligibility criteria, and complete the online application before 28 June 2026. The portal is the only accepted application method — no physical applications are entertained.

Q: Is ICS mandatory for both SSA and PSA in Punjab Police 2026?

Yes. ICS (Intermediate in Computer Science) is explicitly listed as a mandatory qualification for both the Senior Station Assistant (SSA) and Police Station Assistant (PSA) positions. Candidates who have FA, FSc (Pre-Medical, Pre-Engineering, or General Science), or any other intermediate stream are NOT eligible. Only ICS holders — specifically the Computer Science-track intermediate — qualify for these roles.

Q: What is the difference between SSA and PSA in Punjab Police?

The Senior Station Assistant (SSA) is a more senior role compared to the Police Station Assistant (PSA). The SSA requires 3 years of relevant experience in addition to the ICS, MS Office certificate, and typing speed requirements — suggesting a supervisory or team-lead role in police station administration. The PSA does not specify a prior experience requirement, making it more accessible to recent ICS graduates who meet the typing and MS Office criteria. SSA typically handles more complex administrative responsibilities and may oversee PSAs.

Q: What typing speed is required and will there be a typing test?

Both SSA and PSA positions require a minimum English typing speed of 35 words per minute (WPM) and Urdu typing speed of 25 WPM. A typing test in both languages will be conducted as part of the selection process for shortlisted candidates. Applicants should practice regularly on both English and Urdu keyboards to comfortably exceed these minimum speeds before appearing for the test.

Q: Are Punjab Police SSA and PSA positions permanent government jobs?

The advertisement describes both SSA and PSA positions as “temporary but likely to be permanent.” This is standard language used in Punjab government recruitment where positions are initially filled on a temporary basis while formal approval for permanent regularization is pending. In practice, such positions typically convert to regular permanent appointments — providing employees with pension benefits, provident fund, and full civil servant protections — once the requisite administrative approvals are completed.

Q: What is the age limit for Punjab Police SSA and PSA and is there age relaxation?

The age limit for both SSA and PSA positions is 18 to 25 years. Age relaxation policies as per Punjab Government rules may apply for specific categories such as government servants with continuous service, disabled persons, and candidates from minority communities. The exact relaxation provisions applicable to these positions are specified in the full advertisement at jobs.punjabpolice.gov.pk — always refer to the official portal for definitive age eligibility criteria.

Q: What MS Office certificate is required for Punjab Police SSA and PSA?

The advertisement requires an MS Office qualification certificate from a recognized computer training institute. This typically means a course completion certificate from a registered IT training center, computer institute, or TEVTA-affiliated institution covering Microsoft Office applications including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook. While ICS students typically learn MS Office as part of their curriculum, a separate recognized computer institute certificate may be required in addition to the ICS qualification.

Q: What does SSA stand for in Punjab Police?

SSA stands for Senior Station Assistant — a civilian administrative position within Punjab Police responsible for senior-level data management, record-keeping, official correspondence, and administrative support at police station level. SSA is a more experienced role compared to PSA (Police Station Assistant) and typically involves supervising PSAs and managing the more complex administrative functions of a police station’s daily record management operations.

Q: What does ICS mean and why is it required for Punjab Police SSA/PSA?

ICS stands for Intermediate in Computer Science — the FSc/FA equivalent intermediate-level qualification with Computer Science as a core subject, offered by Boards of Intermediate and Secondary Education across Pakistan. Punjab Police requires ICS specifically because SSA and PSA roles are technology-focused administrative positions requiring competence in computing, data entry systems, digital record management, and typing — skills that ICS students develop as part of their two-year curriculum, making them better prepared than other intermediate graduates for these digitized police station roles.

Q: What will the selection process for Punjab Police PSA/SSA include?

Based on the advertised requirements, the selection process for SSA and PSA positions will include an initial application shortlisting based on ICS qualification, age, domicile, and other eligibility criteria. Shortlisted candidates will then be called for a typing test — English at 35 WPM and Urdu at 25 WPM — which is a core selection criterion for these roles. Candidates who pass the typing test proceed to a written or panel interview. Complete details of the selection stages are published at jobs.punjabpolice.gov.pk.

Q: Can B.Sc or BA graduates apply for Punjab Police SSA and PSA if they don’t have ICS?

No. The ICS requirement for SSA and PSA is specifically at the intermediate (Part II / FSc-equivalent) level, not degree level. BA or B.Sc graduates — even those with Computer Science as a subject — cannot substitute their degree for ICS at the intermediate level unless they also separately hold an ICS intermediate qualification. The requirement is explicitly the ICS inter certificate from a recognized Board of Intermediate and Secondary Education.

Q: What is the salary for Punjab Police SSA and PSA positions?

Exact BPS grades and salary figures for SSA and PSA are not specified in the summary information available, but based on the role descriptions, SSA (being the senior role with 3 years experience requirement) is likely in the BPS-12 to BPS-14 range, while PSA may fall in the BPS-9 to BPS-12 range. Corresponding monthly salaries including allowances would typically range from approximately PKR 28,000–60,000. Confirm exact grades and pay packages in the detailed advertisement at jobs.punjabpolice.gov.pk.

Q: Is there a domicile requirement for Punjab Police SSA/PSA applications?

Yes, as a Punjab Government department, Punjab Police typically requires Punjab domicile for its positions, with quota allocations based on district domicile within the province. The detailed advertisement at jobs.punjabpolice.gov.pk will specify the exact domicile and district quota requirements for SSA and PSA vacancies, which may vary by district depending on where the positions are posted. Always verify domicile requirements before applying to ensure you apply under the correct district quota.

📋 Job Summary

Apply online at jobs.punjabpolice.gov.pk before 28 June 2026 · ICS mandatory · English 35 WPM + Urdu 25 WPM · 3 years experience required for SSA · Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.