PSCB Clerk Cum DEO Exam Eligibility Criteria 2026

Educational and Technical Requirements

The eligibility criteria for the PSCB Clerk cum DEO position are clearly delineated to ensure all candidates possess the necessary academic foundation and technical proficiency for the role.

• Academic Qualification: Candidates must hold a Graduation degree (2nd Division) in any stream. Alternatively, candidates who have completed a Post Graduation degree in any stream are also eligible to apply.
• Computer Literacy: Given the technical nature of the Data Entry Operator profile, it is mandatory for candidates to possess a Diploma or Certificate in Computer applications with a minimum duration of 6 months. Crucially, this certification must be issued by an institute that holds ISO certification.
• Language Requirement: Proficiency in the local language is a key requirement. Candidates must have passed the Punjabi language examination at the Matriculation standard (10th grade).
• Nationality: The applicant must be an Indian citizen.

The age limit for candidates applying to the PSCB Clerk cum DEO position is strictly defined. Applicants must be between 18 and 37 years of age. This age is generally calculated as of the cut-off date specified in the official recruitment advertisement.

The policy includes specific age relaxations to ensure fair opportunity for candidates from marginalized or previously employed backgrounds. These relaxations are applied as follows: SC category candidates are granted an upper age relaxation up to 42 years; employees of other cooperative institutions in Punjab may apply up to 42 years of age; and employees currently serving in the Punjab State Cooperative Bank Ltd., Chandigarh, or the District Central Cooperative Banks of Punjab are eligible up to the age of 47 years. These measures are designed to maintain a diverse workforce and honor the service of existing staff members while providing equal access to new talent.

• Written Examination: Candidates are shortlisted based on their performance in an OMR-based written examination.
• No Interview: There is no personal interview stage for this position; the written exam serves as the primary evaluation tool.
• Qualifying Marks: A minimum of 40% marks is required for General category candidates, while 35% is the threshold for SC candidates.
• Document Verification: Qualifying candidates are invited to a counseling session where their credentials and documents are verified before final selection.

• SC Category: Up to 42 years.
• Employees of another Cooperative Institution of Punjab: Up to 42 years.
• Employees of Punjab State Cooperative Bank Ltd. Chandigarh and District Central Cooperative Banks of Punjab: Up to 47 years.