LAHORE – The Punjab Public Service Commission (PPSC) has announced key reforms to improve its merit system for provincial level jobs, with all changes taking effect from January 2026.
Previously, candidates were awarded additional marks on the basis of their score in their educational degrees.
However, the practice has been discontinued starting January 2026.
PPSC Chairman Lt. Gen. (R) Muhammad Abdul Aziz stated that from January 1, 2026, merit will be determined solely based on written examination results and interviews, with greater emphasis on exam scores.
Additional marks for research work and non-clinical experience will also be scrapped, he said.
The move aims to establish a uniform, transparent, and fair recruitment process.
PPSC Secretary confirmed that the reforms align with international best practices, ensuring impartiality and equal opportunity for all candidates.
Lt. Gen. (R) Muhammad Abdul Aziz reiterated the commission’s commitment to transparency, neutrality, and merit-based selection for every applicant.
The PPSC selects and recommends suitable candidates through a merit-based, transparent and expeditious process to promote excellence, professionalism and competence in the Punjab Public Service and render advice to Government.
PPSC Online Application Procedure
1) Visit the official PPSC website https://www.ppsc.gop.pk/ and click the “Apply Online” button.
2) Select the post for which you want to apply and click the “Proceed” button after viewing all the information pertaining to the post / eligibility.
3) Read the “Important Instructions” and “EPay User Manual”, select the undertaking checkbox and click the “Apply Online” button.
4) Enter your CNIC Number and click the “Proceed” Button to complete the application.
