Punjab PTI Recruitment Closes Today
The application window for 2,000 Physical Training Instructor posts in Punjab's primary cadre closes today, August 31, 2026.
The Education Recruitment Directorate (ERD) of Punjab will close the online application window for 2,000 Physical Training Instructor (PTI) posts today, August 31, 2026. The recruitment drive, under Advertisement Number E-888608/2026208471, was notified on July 31 with applications opening the following day, August 1. According to the source report from the Times of India, the date for the written examination will be announced separately.
Vacancy and Qualifications
The PTI Primary Cadre post carries a fixed initial pay of Rs. 29,200 per month. Candidates must be aged between 18 and 37 years, with age calculated as of January 1, 2026. The rules provide for applicable age relaxation.
Candidates must have passed Class 12 with a D.P.Ed or C.P.Ed diploma and Matriculation with Punjabi. Those appearing in the final year of the D.P.Ed or C.P.Ed course can also apply, provided they obtain the required qualification by the written examination date.
Application Fee and Selection
The application fee structure is detailed in the source. The fees are as follows:
| Candidate Category | Application Fee |
|---|---|
| UR, General, OBC, EWS and other applicable categories | Rs. 2,000 |
| SC and ST candidates | Rs. 1,000 |
| ESM candidates applying under the self category | Exempt |
The selection process includes a mandatory Punjabi Language Test at Matriculation standard, requiring at least 50% marks. This is followed by an objective departmental written examination carrying 70 marks. Sports achievement can provide weightage of up to 30 marks based on gradation.
The Physical Eligibility Test (PET) is qualifying in nature. Candidates must clear at least three of its five components. Persons with Disabilities are exempt from the PET.
PET Requirements
The five PET components are the 30-metre flying start, standing broad jump, 6×10-metre shuttle run, bend and reach, and 1,600-metre run.
For the 30-metre flying start, the required time is five seconds for male candidates and 5.80 seconds for female candidates. The 1,600-metre run must be completed within eight minutes by male candidates and 9 minutes 30 seconds by female candidates.
How to Apply
Candidates should visit the ERD Punjab portal and select the new registration option. Registration details cannot be edited later, so applicants must enter information carefully.
After registration, candidates must log in using the generated registration number and password. They then complete the application form, pay the fee, and upload their photograph, signature, and scanned impressions of all fingers and thumbs of both hands on white paper.
The final application must be submitted online. Candidates should download and retain a printout for future reference. The last date to apply is August 31, 2026.
