Direct Answer: Punjab Education Recruitment Board has officially withdrawn the recruitment notification for 2,000 Primary PTI posts. Public notices have been issued regarding application fee refunds for candidates.
The School Education Recruitment Directorate, Punjab has officially withdrawn and cancelled the recruitment notification for 2,000 Physical Training Instructor (PTI) Primary Cadre posts. Candidates who completed registration are informed that public notices regarding the full refund of application fees have been released on the official portal (educationrecruitmentboard.com).
Punjab PTI 2026: Cancellation Overview & Department Notice
While the department initially initiated online applications for 2,000 primary cadre PTI vacancies, administrative directives led to the formal withdrawal of the recruitment drive. Candidates are advised not to attempt online registrations through any obsolete third-party application forms.
| Recruitment Parameter | Official Department Status |
|---|---|
| Conducting Department | School Education Recruitment Directorate, Punjab |
| Total Vacancies Initially Advertised | 2,000 Physical Training Instructors (Primary Cadre) |
| Current Process Status | Withdrawn / Cancelled by Department |
| Application Window | Closed / Nullified |
| Application Fee Refund | Active (Candidates must follow refund claim guidelines) |
| Official Portals | educationrecruitmentboard.com · erd.punjab.gov.in |
How to Claim Application Fee Refund on ERD Portal
Candidates who paid examination fees are eligible for direct account credit following these department instructions:
- Visit the official Education Recruitment Board portal at educationrecruitmentboard.com.
- Locate the notification link titled Public Notice Regarding Refund of Fee for 2000 PTI Posts.
- Log in using your registered Application Number and Password.
- Verify your bank account details (Account Number, Bank Name, and IFSC Code) submitted during application.
- Submit the refund verification request and retain the acknowledgement slip for records.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q1: Has the Punjab 2000 PTI recruitment been cancelled?
Answer: Yes. The School Education Recruitment Directorate, Punjab has officially withdrawn the notification for 2,000 PTI posts.
Q2: Will candidates receive a refund of their application fee?
Answer: Yes. The department has issued official public notices for initiating candidate fee refunds via the recruitment portal.