Punjab ADA Recruitment 2026: 170 Assistant District Attorney Vacancies – Apply Online Now
The Punjab Subordinate Services Selection Board (PSSSB) has officially released a short notification on 24 April 2026 for the Punjab ADA Recruitment 2026. As per Advt. No. 09/2026, a total of 170 vacancies for the post of Assistant District Attorney (ADA) will be filled under the Punjab Government Justice Department.
The online application process is set to begin from 30 April 2026, while the detailed notification will soon be available on the official website of Punjab Subordinate Services Selection Board.
This recruitment presents a great opportunity for law graduates aiming to secure a government job in Punjab.
Read further to get complete details about eligibility criteria, application process, and important dates for Punjab ADA Recruitment 2026.
Punjab ADA Notification 2026 Overview
The Punjab ADA Recruitment 2026 has been announced for law graduates aiming to secure government jobs in Punjab. A total of 170 vacancies have been released for the post of Assistant District Attorney (ADA) under the Punjab Subordinate Services Selection Board.
The online application process will begin from 30 April 2026, and interested candidates can apply through the official portal of Punjab Subordinate Services Selection Board once registration opens.
Candidates can check the table below for key highlights of the recruitment.
Punjab ADA Eligibility Criteria 2026
To apply for Punjab ADA Recruitment 2026, candidates must fulfill the following eligibility conditions:
Educational Qualification
- Law Degree: Candidates must possess a Bachelor of Law (Professional Degree) from a recognized university, or be a Barrister of England/Ireland, or a member of the Faculty of Advocates of Scotland.
- Advocate Enrollment: Candidates must be eligible for enrollment as an Advocate under the Advocates Act, 1961.
- Experience: A minimum of 2 years of practice at the Bar is required.
- Punjabi Language: Candidates must have passed Matriculation (10th) with Punjabi as a compulsory or elective subject.
Age Limit (as on 1 January 2026)
- Minimum Age: 18 years
- Maximum Age (General): 37 years
- Maximum Age (SC/BC – Punjab): 42 years
- Maximum Age (State/Central Government Employees): 45 years
- Maximum Age (PwD – Punjab): 47 years
Punjab ADA Selection Process 2026
The Punjab ADA Recruitment 2026 selection process, conducted by the Punjab Subordinate Services Selection Board, is designed to evaluate candidates’ legal knowledge and overall suitability for the role of Assistant District Attorney.
The selection process includes the following stages:
- Written Examination
- Document Verification
- Medical Examination
Punjab ADA Syllabus 2026 (Detailed)
The Punjab ADA Recruitment 2026 written exam is divided into Part A (Law Subjects) and Part B (General Knowledge & Reasoning). The exam is conducted by the Punjab Subordinate Services Selection Board to assess both legal expertise and general aptitude of candidates.
PART A: Law Subjects (400 Marks)
- Total Questions: 100
- Marks per Question: 4
- Total Marks: 400
UNIT 1: Code of Criminal Procedure
Focuses on procedural aspects of criminal law under the Code of Criminal Procedure:
- Jurisdiction, Constitution & Powers of Criminal Courts
- Public Prosecutor & Police Authorities
- Arrest & Rights of Arrested Persons
- FIR & Investigation Process
- Confession & Statements
- Remand & Bail Provisions
- Trial Procedures (Sessions & Magistrates)
- Charges: Framing, Alteration, Joinder
- Inherent Powers of High Court
UNIT 2: Indian Penal Code
Covers substantive criminal law under the Indian Penal Code:
- Basic Concepts & Definitions
- Joint & Group Liability
- Punishments & Abetment
- Criminal Conspiracy & Offences Against State
- Offences Against Public Servants
- Public Safety & Morality Offences
- Homicide, Murder & Negligence
- Dowry Death, Attempt to Murder/Suicide
- Hurt, Assault, Sexual Offences (Rape, Stalking, Voyeurism)
- Property Offences: Theft, Cheating, Breach of Trust
UNIT 3: Indian Evidence Act
Deals with rules of evidence under the Indian Evidence Act:
- Presumptions & Interpretation
- Relevance of Facts
- Admissions & Confessions
- Dying Declaration
- Expert Evidence
- Oral & Documentary Evidence
- Burden of Proof & Estoppel
- Witness Competency & Examination
- Privileged Communication
- Improper Admission/Rejection of Evidence
UNIT 4: Code of Civil Procedure
Covers civil litigation process under the Code of Civil Procedure:
- Decree, Judgment & Orders
- Jurisdiction & Place of Suing
- Res Judicata & Res Sub-Judice
- Parties & Pleadings
- Summons & Appearance
- Trial Procedure & Interim Orders
- Injunctions, Receivership
- Appeals, Review & Revision
- Execution of Decrees
- Commercial Courts Procedure
UNIT 5: Constitutional Law
Based on the Constitution of India:
- Preamble & Basic Structure
- Federalism & State Reorganisation
- Citizenship
- Fundamental Rights & Duties
- Directive Principles
- Legislature, Executive & Judiciary
- Ordinance Power
- Centre-State Relations
- Amendment Procedure
- Elections & Services
PART B: General Knowledge, Logical Reasoning & Mental Ability
(a) General Knowledge & Current Affairs
- Current Affairs (National & International)
- Economic, Polity & Environmental Issues
- Science & Technology
- Indian History (Freedom Struggle)
- Punjab History (14th Century onwards)
(b) Logical Reasoning & Mental Ability
- Logical & Analytical Reasoning
- Numerical Ability (Percentage, Ratios, etc.)
- Data Interpretation (Charts, Graphs, Tables)
