Punjab Lecturer Cadre Recruitment 2026: Apply Online for 1013 Vacancies

The official Punjab Lecturer Cadre Notification PDF is now available for 1013 Lecturer vacancies across 12 distinct subjects. The online application portal opened on 1st July 2026 at https://erd.punjab.gov.in/. Review all essential recruitment details here.

The Directorate of School Education, Recruitment Directorate, Punjab, is now accepting applications for 1013 Lecturer positions (829 fresh vacancies and 184 backlog posts) via their official portal at https://educationrecruitmentboard.com/. Candidates aged 18 to 37 years holding a Master’s degree (Post-Graduation) meet the eligibility criteria. Continue reading for comprehensive information on vacancies, educational requirements, and the exam syllabus.

Punjab Lecturer Cadre Recruitment 2026

The Punjab Education Department has announced 1,013 lecturer vacancies spanning 12 subjects within the Science, Commerce, and Arts streams. This recruitment drive offers a premier opportunity for educators to secure a stable government teaching position in Punjab.

Punjab Lecturer Cadre Recruitment 2026- Highlights
Organization Name	Directorate of School Education, Recruitment Directorate, Punjab
Exam Name	Punjab Lecturer Examination 2026
Post Name	Lecturer
Total Subjects	12
Vacancies	1013
Mode of Application	Online
Registration Dates	1st to 31st July 2026
Educational Qualification	Post Graduation
Age Limit	Minimum Age – 18 years Maximum Age – 37 years
Application Fee	UR – Rs. 2000/- SC/ST – Rs. 1000/-
Selection Process	Written examination and Document Verification
Salary	Rs. 35,400/-
Job Location	Punjab
Official Website	https://erd.punjab.gov.in/

ERD Lecturer Cadre Punjab 2026 Notification PDF (Subject-wise)

The detailed notification PDF covering all 12 subjects, including new and backlog vacancies, was released on 25th June 2026. Aspirants are advised to thoroughly review the official Punjab Lecturer Cadre Notification to verify their eligibility and understand the recruitment terms before applying.

Subjects	New Vacancy Notification	Backlog Vacancy Notification
Physics	Click to Download	Click to Download
Chemistry	Click to Download	Click to Download
Biology	Click to Download	Click to Download
Math	Click to Download	Click to Download
English	Click to Download	Click to Download
Hindi	Click to Download	Click to Download
Punjabi	Click to Download	Click to Download
Gegograpgy	Click to Download	Click to Download
History	Click to Download	Click to Download
Poltical Science	Click to Download	Click to Download
Commerce	Click to Download	Click to Download
Economics	Click to Download	Click to Download

Punjab Lecturer Cadre Recruitment 2026 – Important Dates

Eligible candidates can submit their online applications for the Punjab Lecturer Recruitment starting 1st July 2026. We recommend completing your registration early to avoid potential technical issues near the deadline.

Events	Dates
Notification Release Date	25th June 2026
Apply Online Starts	1st July 2026
Last Date to Apply	31st July 2026
Last Date to Pay Fee	31st July 2026

ERD Punjab Lecturer Vacancy 2026

A total of 1013 teaching positions are available across 12 subjects, focusing on applicants within the Science, Commerce, and Arts academic streams.

Science – Physics, Chemistry, Biology, Mathematics
Commerce – Commerce
Arts – Economics, History, Political Science, and Sociology
Language – English, Punjabi, Hindi

History	200	10	210
English	111	30	141
Political Science	118	13	131
Math	91	14	105
Punjabi	71	28	99
Commerce	71	27	98
Physics	46	12	58
Economics	35	15	50
Chemistry	28	13	41
Biology	25	12	37
Hindi	25	4	29
Geography	8	6	14
Total	1013	184	1013

Eligibility Criteria for Lecturer Cadre Recruitment Punjab

Candidates must strictly adhere to the established eligibility criteria for the Punjab Lecturer Recruitment 2026, including specific educational qualifications and age limitations, to qualify for consideration.

Educational Qualification

Candidates must have completed a Master’s degree (Post-Graduation) in the relevant subject from a recognised university with a minimum of 55% marks
UGC NET / PSTET-qualified candidates will be given preference
PhD holders will be preferred or given additional weight during merit calculation
Passing Punjabi up to the matriculation level is mandatory for all posts. This is a non-negotiable requirement under the Punjab government rules

Subjects	Educational Qualification
Physics	Candidates should have passed M.Sc Physics or Applied Physics, Nuclear Physics, Electronics Physics, or any other equivalent qualification, with a minimum 55% marks Should have passed B.Ed with teaching subject Science or Physics, or Physical Science(s)
Chemistry	Candidates should have passed M.Sc Chemistry or Biochemistry or any other equivalent qualification Should have passed B.Ed with teaching subject Science or Chemistry or Physical Science(s)
Biology	Candidates should have passed M.Sc Botany or Zoology, or Bio Tech or Bio Chemistry or Micro Biology or Human Biology, Genetics, or any other equivalent qualification, with a minimum 55% marks Should have passed B.Ed with teaching subject Science, Biology, or Life Science(s)
Math	Candidates should have passed M.Sc Physics or Applied Physics, Nuclear Physics, Electronics Physics, or any other equivalent qualification, with a minimum 55% marks Should have passed B.Ed with teaching subject Science or Physics, or Physical Science(s)
English	Candidates should have passed M.A. in English with a minimum 55% marks Should have passed B.Ed with the teaching subject English
Hindi	Candidates should have passed M.A. in Hindi with a minimum 55% marks Should have passed B.Ed with the teaching subject Hindi
Punjabi	Candidates should have passed M.A. in Punjabi with a minimum 55% marks Should have passed B.Ed with the teaching subject Punjabi
Gegograpgy	Candidates should have passed M.A. in Geography with a minimum 55% marks Should have passed B.Ed with the teaching subject Geography
History	Candidates should have passed M.A. in History with a minimum 55% marks Should have passed B.Ed with the teaching subject History
Poltical Science	Candidates should have passed M.A. in Political Science with a minimum 55% marks Should have passed B.Ed with the teaching subject Political Science
Commerce	Candidates should have passed M.Com/ Chartered Accountant ICWA with a minimum 55% marks Should have passed B.Ed from a recognized university or institution
Economics	Candidates should have passed M.A. in Economics or Applied Economics or Business Economics with a minimum 55% marks Should have passed B.Ed with teaching subject Economics or Social Science or Social Studies

Age Limit (as on 01/01/2026)

Minimum Age: 18 years
Maximum Age: 37 years

Category	Upper Age Relaxation
Scheduled Caste/ Backward Class	5 years
Punjab, other states, and the central government employees	8 years
Widows and Divorced Women of Punjab	3 years
Vikalanga residents of Punjab	10 years

Punjab Lecturer Application Form 2026

The online application process for the Punjab Lecturer exam is live at https://erd.punjab.gov.in/. Ensure all required documents are ready for upload during the registration process. The final date for submitting applications is 31st July 2026.

Punjab Lecturer Recruitment 2026 Application Fee

Applicants are required to pay the prescribed application fee based on their specific category during the submission of the Punjab Lecturer form.

Name of Category	Application Fee
General and Other Category	Rs. 2000/-
SC/ST	Rs. 1000/-
Ex-Servicemen	Exampted

Punjab Lecturer Cadre Selection Process 2026

The selection process for the Punjab Lecturer cadre consists of multiple rigorous stages designed to evaluate candidate proficiency.

Written Examination – The 1st stage of the written exam will be conducted for a total of 100 marks. Questions were asked in objective-type multiple-choice questions.
Document Verification Process – Candidates who qualify in the written examination will be called for Document Verification (DV).

Punjab Lecturer Cadre Exam Pattern 2026

The Punjab Lecturer Cadre examination will consist of objective-type questions carrying a total weightage of 150 marks.

Particulars	Details
Type of Questions	Objective Type Multiple Choice Questions
Total No. of Questions	150
Total Marks	150
Exam Timing	150 minutes
Marking Scheme	1 mark for each correct answer
Negative Marking	No

Punjab Lecturer Cadre Salary 2026

Selected candidates will undergo a mandatory three-year probation period, receiving a fixed basic salary in accordance with Punjab Government regulations. Post-probation, employees will be eligible for standard government allowances.

Phase	Monthly Pay
Lecturer	Rs. 35,400/-

FAQs

For how many subjects, ERD Punjab Lecturer Notification 2026 is released?

The ERD Punjab Lecturer Notification 2026, published on 25th June 2026, covers 12 subjects, including History, English, Political Science, Mathematics, and Punjabi.

What is the selection process for Punjab Lecturer posts?

The selection criteria for the Punjab Lecturer posts primarily include a competitive written examination followed by a mandatory document verification phase.

How many vacancies will recruited under Punjab Lecturer Cadre Recruitment 2026?

This recruitment cycle fills 1013 total Lecturer vacancies across 12 disciplines under the Punjab Lecturer Cadre Recruitment 2026 drive.

What are the registration dates for Punjab Lecturer Recruitment 2026?

Application Window: 1st July to 31st July 2026

What is the pay scale of Punjab Lecturer post?

Successfully appointed candidates will receive an initial monthly salary of Rs. 35,400.

Punjab Lecturer Cadre Recruitment 2026: Apply Online for 1013 Vacancies