According to Punjab State Elementary Education Group C Service Rules 2018
A person appointed to the Service either by way of direct recruitment or otherwise shall have to pass the Departmental Examination and proficiency in computer skills within a period of two years from the date of his initial appointment in accordance with the syllabi and guidelines framed by the Government from time to time and to be conducted by the Director or any other authority empowered by the Government in this behalf in addition to fulfillment of the requisite qualifications and experience as specified in Appendix 'B'. However, till a member of Service passes the Departmental Examination, he shall not be entitled to his annual increments.