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ERD Punjab PTI Recruitment 2026 – 2000 Posts, Apply Online

Education Recruitment Directorate Punjab (ERD Punjab) has announced the ERD Punjab PTI Recruitment 2026 for 2000 Physical Training Instructor posts. Apply

·Posted 01 August 2026 at 11:03 pm

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OrganizationMemo no. 1/2026869727/1 dated 19-06-202612th PassDiploma2,000 postserd.punjab.gov.in

Quick Summary

ERD Punjab PTI Recruitment 2026 – 2000 Posts, Apply Online recruitment banner

Start Date

31 Jul 2026

Last Date

31 Aug 2026

Examination / Post Name

ERD Punjab PTI Recruitment 2026 – 2000 Posts, Apply Online

Advertisement / Notification No.

Memo no. 1/2026869727/1 dated 19-06-2026

Total Vacancies

2,000

Job Category

Government Jobs

Educational Qualification

12th Pass, Diploma

Salary / Pay Scale

Post Name	Pay Level	Gross Salary
Physical Training Instructor (PTI)	Fixed Pay	Rs. 29,200/- per month

Age Limit

Category	Age Limit
General (as on 01-01-2025)	18 to 37 years
SC and BC candidates (Punjab domicile)	5 years relaxation in upper age limit
Punjab, other state, and Central Government employees	Upper age limit relaxed up to 45 years as on 01-01-2025
Widows and divorced women of Punjab	Upper age limit relaxed up to 40 years
Bonafide disabled persons of Punjab	Additional 10 years relaxation in upper age limit
Employees of Punjab Government boards/corporations	Upper age limit relaxed by their length of service, minus 3 years, subject to prescribed conditions

Application Fee

Category	Fee
General and other categories	Rs. 2000/-
Reserved category (SC/BC)	Rs. 1000/-
Ex-Servicemen	No fee

Selection Process

Written Test — An objective multiple-choice paper of 70 marks.
Physical Eligibility Test (PET) — A qualifying test with five components, where candidates must clear at least three.
Sports Achievements Gradation — Up to 30 marks awarded based on gradation by the Department of Sports and Youth Services, Punjab.
Punjabi Language Test — A qualifying test at Matriculation standard with a minimum of 50% marks.

Official Notification Apply Online

Detailed Guide

Age Limit

Category	Age Limit
General (as on 01-01-2025)	18 to 37 years
SC and BC candidates (Punjab domicile)	5 years relaxation in upper age limit
Punjab, other state, and Central Government employees	Upper age limit relaxed up to 45 years as on 01-01-2025
Widows and divorced women of Punjab	Upper age limit relaxed up to 40 years
Bonafide disabled persons of Punjab	Additional 10 years relaxation in upper age limit
Employees of Punjab Government boards/corporations	Upper age limit relaxed by their length of service, minus 3 years, subject to prescribed conditions

Application Fee

Category	Fee
General and other categories	Rs. 2000/-
Reserved category (SC/BC)	Rs. 1000/-
Ex-Servicemen	No fee

Salary

Post Name	Pay Level	Gross Salary
Physical Training Instructor (PTI)	Fixed Pay	Rs. 29,200/- per month

Important Dates

Event	Date
Notification Release Date	31 Jul 2026
Online Application Start Date	01 Aug 2026
Online Application Last Date	31 Aug 2026
Last Date for Fee Payment	31 Aug 2026

Overview

The Education Recruitment Directorate Punjab (ERD Punjab) has released the ERD Punjab PTI Recruitment 2026 notification for 2000 Physical Training Instructor (Primary Cadre) posts. This recruitment drive offers a significant opportunity for candidates with a 10+2 qualification and a Physical Education diploma to secure a government job in the School Education Department, Punjab. Interested and eligible applicants can submit their applications online from 01 August to 31 August 2026.

Eligibility / Education Qualification

Post Name	Qualification	Experience / Other
Physical Training Instructor (PTI)	10+2 with a two-year Diploma or Certificate in Physical Education (D.P.Ed/C.P.Ed or equivalent)	Must have passed Matriculation with Punjabi as a compulsory/elective subject, or cleared a qualifying Punjabi language test with 50% marks.

Selection Process

Written Test — An objective multiple-choice paper of 70 marks.
Physical Eligibility Test (PET) — A qualifying test with five components, where candidates must clear at least three.
Sports Achievements Gradation — Up to 30 marks awarded based on gradation by the Department of Sports and Youth Services, Punjab.
Punjabi Language Test — A qualifying test at Matriculation standard with a minimum of 50% marks.

Full Details

About the ERD Punjab PTI Recruitment 2026

The Education Recruitment Directorate Punjab (ERD Punjab) has announced the ERD Punjab PTI Recruitment 2026 for 2000 Physical Training Instructor (PTI) posts within the Primary Cadre of the School Education Department, Punjab. This recruitment is based on memo no. 1/2026869727/1 dated 19-06-2026 issued by the Director of School Education (Elementary), Punjab. Eligible candidates are invited to apply online through the official website, erd.punjab.gov.in, from 01 August 2026 to 31 August 2026.

ERD Punjab PTI Vacancy Details 2026

A total of 2000 Physical Training Instructor (PTI) positions are available, with 650 vacancies specifically reserved for women candidates. The detailed category-wise distribution of these vacancies is provided below:

Sr. No.	Category	Total Fresh Vacancies	Vacancies Reserved for Women
1	General	780	220
2	SC (Mazhabi & Balmiki)	200	80
2	SC (Rest of SC)	200	80
3	BC	200	80
4	Ex-Serviceman – General	140	80
4	Ex-Serviceman – SC (M&B)	40	Not specified
4	Ex-Serviceman – SC (R&O)	40	Not specified
4	Ex-Serviceman – BC	40	Not specified
5	Sports – General	40	20
5	Sports – SC (M&B)	10	Not specified
5	Sports – SC (R&O)	10	Not specified
6	Physically Handicapped – Visually Impaired	20	5
6	Physically Handicapped – Hearing Impaired	20	5
6	Physically Handicapped – Ortho	20	5
6	Physically Handicapped – I.D./M.D.	20	5
7	Freedom Fighter	20	10
8	Economically Weaker Section (EWS)	200	60
Total	—	2000	650

ERD Punjab PTI Eligibility Criteria

Candidates must meet specific educational qualifications and age limits to be eligible for the Physical Training Instructor posts.

Educational Qualification

As per the Punjab State Elementary Education (Physical Training Instructor) Service Rules, 2023 (amended in 2025), applicants must have passed 10+2 along with a minimum two-year diploma or certificate in Physical Education (D.P.Ed/C.P.Ed or equivalent). Candidates in the final year of their D.P.Ed/C.P.Ed course are also eligible, provided they complete the diploma/certificate before the final recruitment merit list date. Additionally, all candidates must have passed Matriculation with Punjabi as a compulsory or elective subject, or clear a qualifying Punjabi language test with at least 50% marks.

Age Limit

The age limit for this recruitment is calculated as on 01 January 2025.

Category	Age Limit
General (as on 01-01-2025)	18 to 37 years
SC and BC candidates (Punjab domicile)	5 years relaxation in upper age limit
Punjab, other state, and Central Government employees	Upper age limit relaxed up to 45 years as on 01-01-2025
Widows and divorced women of Punjab	Upper age limit relaxed up to 40 years
Bonafide disabled persons of Punjab	Additional 10 years relaxation in upper age limit
Employees of Punjab Government boards/corporations	Upper age limit relaxed by their length of service, minus 3 years, subject to prescribed conditions

ERD Punjab PTI Physical Eligibility Test (PET) Criteria

The Physical Eligibility Test (PET) is a mandatory qualifying stage. Candidates must successfully clear at least three out of the five components to qualify. Differently-abled candidates are exempted from the PET.

Component	Male Standard	Female Standard
30 meter Flying Start (speed)	5 seconds	5.80 seconds
Standing Broad Jump (explosive strength)	1.40 meter	1.20 meter
Shuttle Run 6x10 meter (agility)	17.50 seconds	18.50 seconds
Bend and Reach (flexibility)	2 cm	2 cm
1600 meter Running	8 minutes	9 minutes 30 seconds

ERD Punjab PTI Salary Structure

Selected candidates for the PTI posts will receive a fixed monthly pay during a three-year probation period, as per the Punjab State Elementary Education (Physical Training Instructor) Service Rules, 2023, and its First Amendment Rules, 2025.

Post Name	Pay Level	Gross Salary
Physical Training Instructor (PTI)	Fixed Pay	Rs. 29,200/- per month (without any allowance)

ERD Punjab PTI Application Fee

The application fee varies by category and must be paid online. Ex-servicemen are exempted from paying the fee.

Category	Fee
General and other categories	Rs. 2000/-
Reserved category (SC/BC)	Rs. 1000/-
Ex-Servicemen	No fee

No fee refund will be issued under any circumstances. Incorrect claims for fee concession may lead to blacklisting from future recruitments.

ERD Punjab PTI Selection Process

The selection for Physical Training Instructor posts will be based on a combined merit list derived from a written test and sports achievement weightage, totaling 100 marks.

Written Test — A single objective multiple-choice paper carrying a maximum of 70 marks.
Physical Eligibility Test (PET) — This is a qualifying stage and does not contribute to the final merit score.
Sports Achievements Gradation — Up to 30 marks awarded based on gradation by the Department of Sports and Youth Services, Punjab.
- Grade A – 30 Marks
- Grade B – 25 Marks
- Grade C – 10 Marks
- Grade D – 5 Marks
Punjabi Language Test — Candidates must pass a qualifying Punjabi language paper with a minimum of 50% marks at the Matriculation standard. Failure to do so will result in disqualification.

For sports quota candidates, the Punjab Sportsmen Recruitment Rules, 1988, apply, and sports achievement weightage is not applicable. In case of a tie in written test scores, older candidates will be preferred; if age is also the same, candidates with a higher percentage in their professional/educational qualification will be given preference.

Documents Required for ERD Punjab PTI Application

Candidates should prepare the following documents for the online application and subsequent document verification:

10+2 certificate and D.P.Ed/C.P.Ed diploma/certificate.
Matriculation certificate showing Punjabi as a subject, or a Punjabi qualifying test certificate.
Category certificate (SC/BC/EWS), if applicable, issued by the competent authority.
Ex-serviceman certificate or Lineal Descendent Certificate (LDC), if applicable.
Disability certificate for Physically Handicapped candidates, showing a minimum of 40% disability.
Sports gradation certificate, if claiming weightage or applying under the sports quota.
Recent passport-size photograph (2.5 x 3.5 inches, 80% face visible) and postcard-size photograph (4x6 inches).
Scanned signature.
Valid mobile number, email ID, and bank account details.

How to Apply for ERD Punjab PTI Recruitment 2026

Eligible candidates can apply online for the ERD Punjab PTI Recruitment 2026 by following these steps:

Visit the official website: erd.punjab.gov.in
Click on "New Registration" and complete the one-time registration with all necessary details.
Log in to your account using the registration number and password generated after successful registration.
Navigate to the "Application Fee" link and pay the applicable fee online.
Fill out the online application form completely and accurately. Upload your recent photograph and scanned signature as per the specified format and size.
Review the entire application form for any errors before final submission. Download and print a copy of the confirmed application form for your records.

Candidates can apply for only one category. Subsequent registrations will be disregarded. A one-time correction window will be provided after initial submission. No physical documents should be sent by post unless specifically requested.

Important Instructions

Reservation benefits are exclusively for bonafide residents of Punjab.
Candidates must select their category carefully, as no changes will be permitted post-submission.
EWS certificates must be valid for the financial year 2025-26 (applicable for the 2026-27 recruitment year).
The Directorate reserves the right to postpone, amend, or cancel the recruitment without prior notice.
Regularly check the official website erd.punjab.gov.in for all updates.

ERD Punjab PTI Recruitment 2026 Important Links

Official Notification PDF: Click here
Official Website: Click here

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

QWhat is ERD Punjab PTI Recruitment 2026?

AIt is a recruitment drive by the Education Recruitment Directorate (ERD), Punjab, to fill 2000 Physical Training Instructor (PTI) posts under the Primary Cadre in the School Education Department, Punjab.

QHow many vacancies are available under ERD Punjab PTI Recruitment 2026?

AA total of 2000 vacancies are available for Physical Training Instructor posts, with 650 positions reserved for women candidates.

QWhat is the last date to apply for ERD Punjab PTI Recruitment 2026?

AThe last date to apply online for ERD Punjab PTI Recruitment 2026 is 31 August 2026. Online applications commenced on 01 August 2026.

QWhat is the qualification required for ERD Punjab PTI Recruitment 2026?

ACandidates must have passed 10+2 along with a two-year diploma or certificate in Physical Education (D.P.Ed/C.P.Ed or equivalent), and also passed Punjabi at the Matriculation level or a qualifying Punjabi test with 50% marks.

QWhat is the age limit for ERD Punjab PTI Recruitment 2026?

AThe general age limit is 18 to 37 years as on 01 January 2025, with specific relaxations for SC/BC candidates, government employees, widows/divorced women, and disabled persons of Punjab.

QWhat is the application fee for ERD Punjab PTI Recruitment 2026?

AThe application fee is Rs. 2000/- for General and other categories, Rs. 1000/- for SC/BC candidates, and no fee for ex-servicemen.

QHow can I apply online for ERD Punjab PTI Recruitment 2026?

ACandidates can apply online through the official website erd.punjab.gov.in by completing new registration, filling the application form, paying the fee, and submitting the form before the last date.

QWhat is the selection process for ERD Punjab PTI Recruitment 2026?

ASelection is based on a 70-mark objective written test, a qualifying Physical Eligibility Test (PET), and up to 30 marks for sports achievement gradation, all contributing to a final merit list of 100 marks.

QWhat is the salary for ERD Punjab PTI posts?

ASelected candidates will receive a fixed monthly pay of Rs. 29,200/- (without allowances) during a probation period of 3 years.

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