The Punjab Public Service Commission (PPSC) has officially announced the results for the positions of Assistant Research Officer (ARO) and Research Officer (RO) under the Department of Water Resources, Government of Punjab, on 30 July 2026. This article provides a detailed overview of the merit list organized by category, which includes the combined merit list, scores from exams and interviews, results from the written examination categorized by roll number, and provisional cutoff details obtained from the official documents issued by PPSC.
The recruitment encompasses 6 positions for Assistant Research Officer (Group-A) and 2 positions for Research Officer (Group-A). The following sections present the results as published by PPSC, ensuring candidates understand their standings.
PPSC ARO and RO Result 2026 - Quick Overview
| Detail | Assistant Research Officer (ARO) | Research Officer (RO) |
|---|---|---|
| Recruiting Body | Punjab Public Service Commission (PPSC) | Punjab Public Service Commission (PPSC) |
| Department | Department of Water Resources, Government of Punjab | Department of Water Resources, Government of Punjab |
| Post Group | Group-A | Group-A |
| Number of Posts | 06 | 02 |
| Advertisement Number | 202283 | 202282 |
| Result Declared On | 30 July 2026 | 30 July 2026 |
| Result Type | Merit List by Category, Combined Merit List, Gazette of Written Exam Results | Merit List by Category, Combined Merit List, Gazette of Written Exam Results |
PPSC ARO and RO Result 2026 - Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Result / Merit List Uploaded | 30 July 2026 |
PPSC ARO and RO Result 2026 - Download Link
Candidates can now access the PPSC ARO and RO results for the Assistant Research Officer and Research Officer positions. The official merit lists have been organized accordingly, along with the combined list and scores from the written examination, which can be reviewed to confirm selection status and overall scores.
Download the PPSC ARO and RO Result 2026 here: https://www.ppsc.gov.in/TAB/SHOWTABLINKS.ASPX?SHOWTABID=10
PPSC Assistant Research Officer (ARO) Result 2026 - Written Exam Statistics
As per the Written Competitive Examination Result Gazette for Advertisement No. 202283, a total of 103 candidates’ roll numbers have been recorded. The results are distributed as follows:
- 56 candidates participated and achieved scores in the written exam.
- 46 candidates were categorized as "ABSENT".
- 1 candidate was considered "INELIGIBLE".
PPSC Assistant Research Officer Combined Merit List 2026
| Roll No. | Candidate Name | Exam Marks | Interview Marks | Total Marks |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 23970 | Meenu Jindal | 246.00 | 35.25 | 281.25 |
| 23965 | Jaspreet Kaur | 229.00 | 29.10 | 258.10 |
| 23897 | Geetanjali Chopra | 225.00 | 27.90 | 252.90 |
| 23899 | Mamta Rani | 217.00 | 30.75 | 247.75 |
| 23906 | Neha Chopra | 216.00 | 30.90 | 246.90 |
| 23895 | Nayuesh Sharma | 212.00 | 32.85 | 244.85 |
| 23964 | Jyoti | 214.00 | 29.70 | 243.70 |
| 23907 | Surinder Kaur Brar | 205.00 | 35.85 | 240.85 |
| 23892 | Ritika Sachdeva | 195.00 | 36.45 | 231.45 |
| 23941 | Ashutosh Sharma | 193.00 | 37.80 | 230.80 |
| 23969 | Gurpreet Kaur | 197.00 | 32.85 | 229.85 |
| 23919 | Nisha Rani | 194.00 | 31.65 | 225.65 |
| 23891 | Prabhjot Kaur | 174.00 | 32.85 | 206.85 |
| 23944 | Ajit Singh | 171.00 | 26.40 | 197.40 |
PPSC ARO Category-wise Merit List - General
The merit list pertaining to the General category for Assistant Research Officer includes the same leading candidates as noted earlier, ranked from 1 to 10, with Nisha Rani at the overall Rank 12, all placed from 1 to 11 in this category.
PPSC ARO Category-wise Merit List - SC Others, Punjab
| Category Rank | Roll No. | Candidate Name | Exam Marks | Interview Marks | Total Marks |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 23969 | Gurpreet Kaur | 197.00 | 32.85 | 229.85 |
| 2 | 23891 | Prabhjot Kaur | 174.00 | 32.85 | 206.85 |
| 3 | 23944 | Ajit Singh | 171.00 | 26.40 | 197.40 |
PPSC Research Officer (RO) Result 2026 - Written Exam Statistics
The Written Competitive Examination Result Gazette for Advertisement No. 202282 records a total of 40 roll numbers. The statistics are outlined as follows:
- 22 candidates participated and obtained exam scores.
- 17 candidates were classified as "ABSENT".
- 1 candidate was categorized as "INELIGIBLE".
PPSC Research Officer Combined Merit List 2026
| Merit Rank | Roll No. | Candidate Name | Category | Exam Marks | Interview Marks | Total Marks |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 23899 | Mamta Rani | General | 217.00 | 30.75 | 247.75 |
| 2 | 23907 | Surinder Kaur Brar | General | 205.00 | 35.85 | 240.85 |
| 3 | 23892 | Ritika Sachdeva | General | 195.00 | 36.45 | 231.45 |
The merit list organized by type for Research Officer maintains the same arrangement, displaying the three candidates mentioned above in the same sequence.
PPSC ARO & RO Cutoff Marks 2026 (Total Marks of Last Selected/Ranked Candidate)
| Post | Category | Total Marks of Last Candidate on the List |
|---|---|---|
| Assistant Research Officer | General | 225.65 (Rank 11 in General category list) |
| Assistant Research Officer | SC Others, Punjab | 197.40 (Rank 3 in SC Others, Punjab category list) |
| Research Officer | General | 231.45 (Rank 3, the last candidate on the combined list) |
These scores indicate the results of the final candidates listed in each merit category. It should be noted that PPSC has not classified any of these scores as an official cutoff, and therefore, these should not be interpreted as minimum qualifying marks.
Important Instructions
The merit lists provided are provisional, pending final verification and scrutiny of candidate documents by the respective department. PPSC emphasizes that while every effort has been made to ensure the accuracy of the results, there may be unintentional technical errors. The Commission retains the right to amend any discrepancies that may arise.
PPSC Result 2026 - Important Links
Access the PPSC ARO and RO Result 2026 here: https://www.ppsc.gov.in/TAB/SHOWTABLINKS.ASPX?SHOWTABID=10
PPSC Official Website: https://www.ppsc.gov.in/
PPSC Result 2026 - FAQs
Has the PPSC Assistant Research Officer result 2026 been declared?
Yes, the result for the Assistant Research Officer, including the merit lists categorized by type and the combined merit lists for 6 posts under the Water Resources Department, was declared on 30 July 2026.
Has the PPSC Research Officer result 2026 been declared?
Yes, the results for the Research Officer, covering 2 posts under the Water Resources Department, were announced on 30 July 2026.
How many posts were there in the PPSC ARO and RO recruitment?
There were 6 openings for the Assistant Research Officer positions and 2 for the Research Officer roles, both in Group-A within the Department of Water Resources, Government of Punjab.
Where can I check my PPSC ARO/RO result by roll number?
Candidates can refer to the gazette of written exam results, which lists results according to roll number for each position. They should check the official PPSC gazette PDF (Advt. No. 202283 for ARO and Advt. No. 202282 for RO) and search for their roll number.
How many candidates appeared in the written exam for these posts?
As per the gazette of written exam results, 56 candidates took the exam for Assistant Research Officer and 22 candidates for Research Officer, while others were marked as absent or deemed ineligible.