The Education Recruitment Directorate (ERD), Punjab has officially released the Notification for the Punjab PTI Recruitment 2026 posts inviting applications for 2,000 Physical Training Instructor (Primary Cadre) posts across government primary schools. Online applications window open on its official website, erd.punjab.gov.in from 1 August 2026 and close on 31 August 2026. This recruitment aims to fill PTI positions across primary schools in all 23 districts of the state, strengthening physical education and sports training at the primary level.
The official notification contains important details regarding eligibility criteria, age limit, selection process, exam pattern, syllabus, salary, and important dates.
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Punjab PTI Recruitment 2026 – Overview
The Punjab PTI Recruitment 2026 official notification contains important details regarding eligibility criteria, age limit, selection process, exam pattern, syllabus, salary, and important dates.
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Recruiting Body | Education Recruitment Board (PERB) |
| Post Name | Physical Training Instructor (PTI) |
| Total Vacancies | 2,000 |
| Women Reservation | 650 seats reserved for female candidates |
| Application Start Date | August 1, 2026 |
| Application End Date | August 31, 2026 |
| Application Mode | Online only |
| Salary (Probation) | ₹29,200 per month (fixed, no allowances) |
| Official Website | erd.punjab.gov.in |
Punjab PTI Recruitment 2026 Eligibility Criteria
- Passed 10+2 (Higher Secondary) from a recognized board.
- Diploma or Certificate in Physical Education (D.P.Ed./C.P.Ed. or equivalent qualification).
- Punjabi as a subject at the Matric level or equivalent.
- The minimum age is 18 years and the upper age limit is 37 years, with category-wise relaxations as per Punjab government norms.
Punjab PTI Recruitment 2026 Important Dates & Schedule
Candidates are must advised to complete the registration well before the deadline to avoid last-minute technical issues.
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Online Application Start | August 1, 2026 |
| Online Application End | August 31, 2026 |
| Fee Payment Deadline | August 31, 2026 |
| Exam Date | To be notified |
Punjab PTI Recruitment 2026: Category-Wise Vacancy
Punjab PTI Recruitment 2026 drive for 2,000 Physical Training Instructor (PTI) positions in government primary schools. Women candidates have been allocated 650 reserved seats across multiple categories.
| Category | Fresh Vacancies | Reserved for Women |
|---|---|---|
| General | 780 | 220 |
| SC (M&B) | 200 | 80 |
| SC (R&O) | 200 | 80 |
| Backward Class (BC) | 200 | 80 |
| Ex-Servicemen – General | 140 | 80 |
| Ex-Servicemen – SC (M&B) | 40 | – |
| Ex-Servicemen – SC (R&O) | 40 | – |
| Ex-Servicemen – BC | 40 | – |
| Sports – General | 40 | 20 |
| Sports – SC (M&B) | 10 | – |
| Sports – SC (R&O) | 10 | – |
| Physically Handicapped – Visually Impaired | 20 | 5 |
| Physically Handicapped – Hearing Impaired | 20 | 5 |
| Physically Handicapped – Ortho | 20 | 5 |
| Physically Handicapped – I.D/M.D | 20 | 5 |
| Freedom Fighter | 20 | 10 |
| Economically Weaker Section (EWS) | 200 | 60 |
| Total | 2,000 | 650 |
Punjab PTI Recruitment 2026 Salary Structure
Selected candidates will receive a fixed monthly salary of ₹29,200 during the 3-year probation period, without any additional allowances. Upon successful completion of probation, regular pay scale and allowances will apply as per government norms.
Punjab PTI Recruitment 2026 Fee Structure
- General / OBC Categories: ₹2,000
- SC / ST Candidates: ₹1,000
- Ex-Servicemen (Self): Exempted (as per state norms)
Punjab PTI Recruitment 2026 Exam Pattern
According to available patterns, the test comprises two papers of 2 hours each. Paper I typically covers
- Geographical, Historical, Cultural & General Knowledge of Punjab (40 Q, 80 marks)
- Current Affairs of Punjab (10 Q, 20 marks)
- General Knowledge of India & World (30 Q, 60 marks)
- Educational Psychology (20 Q, 40 marks)
- Paper II generally focuses on subject-specific Physical Education content.
Final selection is based on written test performance, followed by document verification and medical fitness.
How to Apply for Punjab PTI Recruitment 2026
- Visit the official Education Recruitment Board website, erd.punjab.gov.in.
- Complete the registration process.
- Fill in the online application form.
- Upload the required documents.
- Pay the application fee (if applicable).
- Submit the application and download the confirmation page for future reference.
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Last Updated on August 5, 2026 9:30 am
