Punjab Education Recruitment Directorate ERD Punjab Lecturer Cadre 2026 : Written Result for 1,013 Posts
The Education Recruitment Directorate (ERD), Punjab has declared the written examination result of the Punjab Lecturer Cadre Recruitment 2026. Candidates who appeared in the written examination can check their names in the subject-wise merit list PDFs published on the official portal, erd.punjab.gov.in. A total of **1,013 Lecturer (School Cadre) vacancies** across 12 subjects will be filled through this recruitment. **Candidates declared qualified in the written result will now appear in Document Verification.** Read the official result notice for merit lists, cut-off marks and all other information.Some Useful Important Links
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Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Release Date | 25 June 2026 |
| Application Start Date | 1 July 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply Online | 27 August 2026 (Extended) |
| Written Exam Dates | 19, 20, 26 and 27 September 2026 |
| Provisional Answer Key | 1 October 2026 |
| Written Result Declared | 19 October 2026 |
| Document Verification | To be notified |
Note: The notification, application and answer-key dates are as reported by news sources. The written exam and result declaration dates are confirmed by multiple sources.
Vacancy Details
| Subject | Fresh Vacancies | Backlog Vacancies | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| History | 200 | 10 | 210 |
| English | 111 | 30 | 141 |
| Political Science | 118 | 13 | 131 |
| Mathematics | 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 | 829 | 184 | 1,013 |
Note: The subject-wise breakup is as reported by news sources and sums to the officially announced total of 1,013 posts.
Result Declaration Details
The Education Recruitment Directorate, Punjab declared the written result on 19 October 2026. The result has been released in the form of subject-wise merit list PDFs containing the roll numbers, names, categories, father’s names and marks of the qualified candidates.
Separate merit lists have been published for subjects including Biology, English, Hindi, History, Mathematics, Political Science and Punjabi. Candidates must download the PDF of their own subject and search for their roll number. The merit list PDFs open directly without any login, while individual scorecards will be made available later through the candidate login window on the official portal.
Eligibility Criteria
- Master’s degree in the related subject from a recognized university with at least 55% marks (50% for SC / ST candidates), as per reports.
- B.Ed. degree, as per reports.
- Punjabi passed up to matriculation level, as per reports.
- Preference given to UGC NET or PSTET-qualified candidates, as per reports.
Note: The eligibility details above are as reported by news sources. Candidates should confirm from the official notification on erd.punjab.gov.in.
Age Limit
- Minimum Age: 18 years
- Maximum Age: 37 years
- Age reckoned as on 1 January 2026
- Age relaxation applicable as per Punjab Government rules
Note: The age details are as reported by news sources.
Salary / Pay Scale
Lecturer (School Cadre), Group B post. As per reports, the probationary remuneration is Rs. 35,400 per month (fixed base salary during the 3-year probation period).
Selection Process
- Written Examination
- Document Verification
- Medical Examination
Candidates declared qualified in the written result will be called for document verification. During verification, the original certificates of educational qualification, age, category and domicile are checked against the claims made in the application form. Candidates must carry all original documents along with self-attested photocopies to the verification venue.
The final merit list will be prepared after verification of documents. Only candidates whose documents are found in order are considered for final selection, followed by a medical fitness examination as per the prescribed standards for the Lecturer (School Cadre) post.
Exam Pattern
| Section | Subjects | Marks |
|---|---|---|
| Section I | Punjabi, English, Teaching Aptitude, Mathematics, General Knowledge | 75 |
| Section II | Concerned Subject | 75 |
| Total | 150 | |
As per reports, there was no negative marking in the written examination. Candidates had to qualify in both sections separately.
How to Check Punjab Lecturer Result 2026
- Visit the official ERD Punjab portal at erd.punjab.gov.in.
- On the homepage, find the notification titled “Punjab Lecturer Cadre Result 2026” or “Merit List”.
- Click on the result link for your subject (Biology, English, Hindi, History, Mathematics, Political Science, Punjabi and others).
- The subject-wise merit list PDF will open — no login is required.
- Press Ctrl + F and enter your roll number or name to check your qualifying status.
- Download and save the PDF for future reference.
Cut Off Marks
The category-wise and subject-wise cut-off marks are published along with the merit list PDFs on erd.punjab.gov.in. As per reports, the minimum qualifying marks are around 40% of the total marks. Candidates should check the official merit list PDF of their subject for the exact cut-off marks.
Documents Required for Document Verification
- Matriculation certificate for date of birth and Punjabi subject proof
- Master’s degree certificate and mark sheets of the concerned subject
- B.Ed. degree certificate
- Photo identity proof (Aadhaar Card / Voter ID / Passport / Driving Licence)
- Category certificate (SC / ST / BC / EWS), if applicable
- Domicile / residence certificate of Punjab
- Recent passport-size photographs
Interested candidates can read the full result notice on erd.punjab.gov.in before proceeding further.
FAQs
Q1. When was the Punjab Lecturer Result 2026 declared?
The Punjab Lecturer Cadre 2026 written result was declared on 19 October 2026.
Q2. How many vacancies are there in Punjab Lecturer Recruitment 2026?
There are 1,013 vacancies — 829 fresh and 184 backlog — across 12 subjects.
Q3. Where can I check the Punjab Lecturer Result 2026?
On the official ERD Punjab portal, erd.punjab.gov.in, in the subject-wise merit list PDFs. No login is needed.
Q4. What is the next stage after the Punjab Lecturer written result?
Qualified candidates will be called for Document Verification, followed by a medical examination.
Q5. When was the Punjab Lecturer written exam held?
The written examination was held on 19, 20, 26 and 27 September 2026.
Q6. What is the salary of a Punjab Lecturer?
As per reports, the probationary remuneration is Rs. 35,400 per month during the 3-year probation period.
Sources: Education Recruitment Directorate, Punjab (erd.punjab.gov.in)
JobsPlane wishes all qualified candidates the very best for Document Verification.

