The Punjab Public Service Commission (PPSC) has announced the Combined Competitive Examination (CCE) 2026 under Advertisement No. 12/2026. A total of 48 BS-17 posts are available in the Provincial Management Service (PMS), Excise and Taxation, and Local Fund Audit. Graduates with a Punjab domicile can apply online until 30 November 2026.
Vacancy Details
| Post | Department | Seats |
|---|---|---|
| Provincial Management Service (PMS) | S&GAD | 45 |
| Excise & Taxation Officer | Excise Department | 1 |
| Assistant Director Local Fund Audit | Finance Department | 2 |
| Total | 48 |
The 45 PMS seats include 41 open merit seats, 2 minority quota seats and 2 seats for special persons.
Eligibility Criteria
- Education: Graduation with at least second division from a recognised university
- Domicile: Punjab
- Gender: Male, female and transgender candidates can apply
- Posting: Anywhere in Punjab
Age Limit (Calculated on 1 January 2027)
| Category | Maximum Age |
|---|---|
| General candidates | 32 years |
| Eligible government employees | 35 years |
| Special persons | 45 years |
Good news: as a one-time relaxation for CCE 2026 and 2027, the Punjab Government has raised the general upper age limit from 30 to 32 years and increased the number of attempts from three to four.
Exam Pattern and Marks
The examination carries 1,100 marks for written papers and 300 marks for the interview, for a total of 1,400 marks. Candidates attempt all compulsory papers and choose one optional subject out of 30.
Compulsory papers: General Knowledge, Mental Ability and Reasoning, English Essay, English, Urdu, Islamic Studies or Ethics, Pakistan Studies, International Affairs, and Economy and Development.
Passing Criteria
- 33% marks in the Mental Ability and Reasoning test
- 40 marks in each of the other written papers
- 550 marks (50%) overall in the written part to qualify for the interview
- 50% marks in the interview for final selection
- 0.25 marks are deducted for each wrong answer in the General Knowledge MCQ paper
How to Apply
Apply online only through the official PPSC website, www.ppsc.gop.pk. Applications through any other method are not accepted. The fee can be paid through approved banks, ATMs, mobile banking, JazzCash or Easypaisa. New to the PPSC portal? Follow our step-by-step PPSC online apply guide.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the last date to apply for PPSC CCE 2026?
The last date is 30 November 2026.
What is the age limit for CCE 2026?
32 years for general candidates, counted on 1 January 2027, with higher limits for government employees and special persons.
Is there negative marking?
Yes. 0.25 marks are deducted for every wrong answer in the General Knowledge MCQ paper.
See all current PPSC advertisements, eligibility rules and preparation guides on our PPSC Jobs 2026 page.