PPSC 2025 Recruitment: 21 District Defence Services Welfare Officer (Group-A) Posts
The Punjab Public Service Commission (PPSC) has released a notification for the recruitment of 21 District Defence Services Welfare Officer (Group-A) positions. This recruitment is conducted on behalf of the Department of Defence Services Welfare, Government of Punjab, in accordance with the Punjab Defence Services Welfare (Group-A) Service Rules, 2023. The official advertisement was published on 8th October 2025.
This article provides a detailed overview of the number of posts, eligibility criteria, age limit, pay scale, selection process, application fee, and important instructions for you.
Number of Posts
| Category | Number of Posts | Reservation (Women) | Eligibility |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ex-Servicemen (Punjab) | 7 | 2 | ESM of specified Army, Navy, Air Force ranks |
| Sports Person (Punjab) | 1 | 0 | Punjab domiciled sports persons |
| Persons with Disabilities (Intellectual & Mental Illness) | 1 | 0 | Benchmark disability ≥ 40% |
| Scheduled Castes (Others) ESM | 3 | 1 | If you are a Punjab ESM |
| Balmiki/Mazhbi Sikh ESM | 4 | 1 | If you are a Punjab ESM |
| Backward Classes ESM | 2 | 0 | If you are a Punjab ESM |
| General Economically Weaker Section | 3 | 1 | If you are a Punjab domiciled |
Eligible ESM Ranks:
- Army: Colonel, Lieutenant Colonel
- Navy: Captain, Commander
- Air Force: Group Captain, Wing Commander
Note: The number of posts may be increased or decreased by the Government before the selection process is completed.
Eligibility Criteria
You must meet the following essential qualifications:
- You can possess a Bachelor’s degree from a recognized university.
- You are be Ex-Indian Commissioned Officers of the specified ranks.
- You have passed the Matriculation Examination with Punjabi as a compulsory or elective subject, or an equivalent examination in the Punjabi language.
- You can hold a valid Punjab domicile certificate.
- All qualifications you must be completed on or before 3rd November 2025.
Special Notes:
- Persons with disabilities must have a benchmark disability ≥ 40%.
- If you are a sports category person you must have a certificate as per Government of Punjab notification dated 20th July 2020.
Age Limit
| Category | Maximum Age (Years) |
|---|---|
| All Categories | 55 (as on 01-Jan-2025) |
Age relaxation, if applicable, will be provided as per Government of Punjab rules for ESM, SC/ST, and OBC candidates.
Pay Scale
- Initial Pay: ₹47,600/-
- Probation Period: 3 years
- Fixed emoluments equal to the minimum pay without allowances during probation.
- Pay fixation for re-employed ESM pensioners will follow Government of Punjab notifications.
Selection Process
The recruitment process includes a Written Competitive Examination followed by an Interview.
| Stage | Total Marks | Details |
|---|---|---|
| Written Exam | 480 | 120 questions × 4 marks each, Negative marking: 1 mark per wrong answer |
| Interview | 60 | Personal Interview / Viva-voce |
| Total | 540 | — |
Written Exam Pattern
| Subject | Number of Questions | Marks |
|---|---|---|
| General Knowledge & Current Affairs | 80 | 320 |
| General Mental Ability, Logical Reasoning, Quantitative Aptitude | 30 | 120 |
| Punjabi | 10 | 40 |
The question paper will be in English only.
Online Application Process
- You must apply online through the PPSC official website: ppsc.gov.in
- Application Fee:
| Category | Fee (₹) |
|---|---|
| General | 1500 |
| SC/ST/OBC (Punjab) | 750 |
| Ex-Servicemen (Punjab) | 500 |
| Persons with Disabilities | 0 |
Once the application is submitted, you cannot change your category.
- All updates, notifications, and corrections will be available only on the official PPSC website.
Important Instructions
- The number of posts may change without prior notice.
- If you are a sports category person you must provide a grading certificate issued by the Government of Punjab.
- If you are with benchmark disabilities (≥ 40%) you are eligible for the Persons with Disabilities category.
- You must carefully select their category during application submission.
Contact Information
- General Queries: 21dswo2025@gmail.com
- Technical Queries: enquiry@ppsc.gov.in
Summary
The PPSC 2025 notification invites applications for 21 District Defence Services Welfare Officer (Group-A) posts. Recruitment is open to Ex-Servicemen, Sports Persons, Persons with Disabilities, Scheduled Castes, Backward Classes, and General EWS candidates.
Key Points:
- Eligibility: Bachelor’s degree, ESM ranks, Punjabi pass, Punjab domicile
- Age Limit: Up to 55 years
- Pay: ₹47,600/-
- Selection Process: Written Exam + Interview
- Application: Online via PPSC website
This recruitment provides a significant career opportunity in Government service with scope for stability and professional growth.
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