The PPSC merit formula is a standardized system used by the Punjab Public Service Commission to calculate candidates' final scores for recruitment. It ensures fair and transparent selection by combining marks from the written test, academic qualifications, and interviews. Typically, the PPSC merit formula includes 50% weightage for the written test, 40% for academics, and 100% of interview marks (adjusted into the final score). Additional marks may be awarded for higher qualifications or specific quotas. This formula helps create a merit list based on overall performance, allowing the most qualified candidates to secure government jobs in Punjab through a transparent process.