Vacancies: 1237 · Posts: 9 designation(s) · Type: State Govt Department · Direct Recruitment · Mode: Online · Fee: ₹400–₹500 · Apply: 5 November 2026 (2:00 PM) to 30 November 2026 (11:59 PM) · Salary: Fixed ₹26,000–₹49,600 for first 5 years · Selection: Preliminary + Main Examination · Location: Gujarat
The Gujarat Subordinate Service Selection Board (GSSSB), Gandhinagar, has issued Advertisement No. 468/202627 dated 3 November 2026 for the Gujarat Subordinate Services Class III (Group-A and Group-B) Combined Competitive Examination (CCE 2.0). This covers 1237 posts across Group-A (243) and Group-B (994) for direct recruitment into various state government offices. GSSSB Class 3 Bharti 2026 covers 1237 posts in Gujarat.
Applications open on the OJAS portal from 5 November 2026 at 2:00 PM and close on 30 November 2026 at 11:59 PM. Candidates must hold a bachelor’s degree, basic computer knowledge and knowledge of Gujarati or Hindi or both. The official notice PDF is available on the GSSSB website.
⚠️ Application Alerts: check these before you submit the form.
- Applications open on 5 November 2026 at 2:00 PM; the form is not live before that.
- Fee must be paid online by 2 December 2026 at 11:59 PM after submitting the form and obtaining the confirmation number.
- Wrong category or certificate details cannot be changed after confirmation; re-apply before the last date if needed.
- 🎯 Women, ex-servicemen and PwBD candidates have horizontal reservations as printed in the vacancy tables.
- 🎯 Widow candidates get 5% marks added to their examination score for priority, subject to not remarrying.
📋 Official Source Chain: where the facts in this article were confirmed.
- Official notice: Advertisement No. 468/202627, dated 3 November 2026 — GSSSB CCE 2.0 Notice 2026 (PDF)
- Official application route: Online at https://ojas.gujarat.gov.in from 5 November 2026 (2:00 PM) to 30 November 2026 (11:59 PM)
- Official updates page: GSSSB Official Website
- Last checked: 4 November 2026, 2:00 PM IST
On this page
Who Should Apply? (Quick Eligibility Check)
- Bachelor’s degree (any stream) + computer knowledge + Gujarati or Hindi knowledge → all Group-A and Group-B posts – 1237 seats
- Group-A posts → candidates aiming for descriptive main examination (Sub Registrar, Assistant Tribal Development Officer, Social Welfare Inspector and others)
- Group-B posts → candidates aiming for MCQ main examination (Junior Clerk and related)
This is a quick route finder — check the detailed eligibility below before applying.
| Factor | Group-A | Group-B |
|---|---|---|
| Vacancies | 243 | 994 |
| Pay (first 5 years) | ₹26,000–₹49,600 | ₹26,000 |
| Selection | Descriptive main | MCQ main |
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Date | 3 November 2026 |
| Application Start | 5 November 2026 (2:00 PM) |
| Last Date to Apply | 30 November 2026 (11:59 PM) |
| Last Date for Fee Payment | 2 December 2026 (11:59 PM) |
| Admit Card / Call Letter | To be announced on the official website |
| Preliminary Examination Date | To be announced |
| Main Examination Date | To be announced |
Quick Overview – GSSSB Class 3 Recruitment 2026
- Organisation: Gujarat Subordinate Service Selection Board (GSSSB)
- Sector: State Government
- Recruitment / Exam Name: Gujarat Subordinate Services Class III (Group-A and Group-B) Combined Competitive Examination (CCE 2.0)
- Notification / Advertisement No.: 468/202627
- Post(s): Sub Registrar Grade-1, Sub Registrar Grade-2, Assistant Tribal Development Officer, Social Welfare Inspector, Office Superintendent, Office Assistant, Head Clerk, Senior Clerk, Junior Clerk
- Total Vacancies: 1237 (9 designations)
- Job Location: Various departments and offices across Gujarat
- Job Type / Nature: State Govt Department · Direct Recruitment – fixed pay for the first 5 years, then regular as per rules if service is satisfactory
- Salary: Fixed monthly pay of ₹26,000 to ₹49,600 for the first five years (post-wise), then regular pay scale as per government rules
- Apply Between: 5 November 2026 to 30 November 2026
- Apply Online: OJAS Portal (opens 5 November 2026 at 2:00 PM)
- Notification PDF: GSSSB CCE 2.0 Notice 2026 (PDF)
- Official Portal: GSSSB Official Website
What Posts Are Available? – GSSSB Class 3 Vacancy 2026
The notice advertises 1237 Class-3 posts (Group-A 243 + Group-B 994) for direct recruitment. Vacancies are distributed across multiple departments and offices. Category, women, ex-servicemen and PwBD splits are printed post-wise and office-wise in the notice tables.
| Post Name | Vacancies | Age Limit (UR) | Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sub Registrar, Grade-1 | 6 | 20–35 years | ₹49,600 fixed (first 5 years) |
| Sub Registrar, Grade-2 | 15 | 20–35 years | ₹40,800 fixed (first 5 years) |
| Assistant Tribal Development Officer | 50 | 20–35 years | ₹49,600 fixed (first 5 years) |
| Social Welfare Inspector | 89 | 20–35 years | ₹40,800 fixed (first 5 years) |
| Office Superintendent | 7 | 20–35 years | ₹49,600 fixed (first 5 years) |
| Office Assistant | 15 | 20–35 years | ₹26,000 fixed (first 5 years) |
| Head Clerk | 10 | 20–35 years | ₹40,800 fixed (first 5 years) |
| Senior Clerk | 51 | 20–35 years | ₹26,000 fixed (first 5 years) |
| Junior Clerk | 994 | 20–35 years | ₹26,000 fixed (first 5 years) |
| Total | 1237 |
Category-wise Vacancies
Category-wise vacancies for women, ex-servicemen and PwBD (divyang) reservations are printed in detailed tables on pages 3–11 of the notice, with columns for unreserved, EWS, SEBC, SC, ST, women within each, ESM and specific PwBD types (A to E). Totals: Group-A 243 and Group-B 994. Reserved category benefits apply only to candidates of Gujarat origin.
Who Is Eligible for GSSSB Class 3 2026? – Education, Age & Domicile
Nationality, Domicile & Basic Requirements
- Nationality: Must be a citizen of India, or hold nationality as per Rule 7 of the Gujarat Civil Services Classification and Recruitment (General) Rules, 1967.
- Domicile / local condition: Reserved category benefits (age relaxation and reservation) are for candidates of Gujarat origin only. No general domicile bar is printed for unreserved posts.
- Category scope: Original residents of Gujarat for SC, ST, SEBC and EWS benefits.
Educational Qualification
- All posts (Group-A and Group-B): Bachelor’s degree from a university established by a central or state Act or a deemed university under UGC Act 1956, or equivalent qualification recognised by the government; basic knowledge of computer operation as per Gujarat Civil Services Rules 1967; adequate knowledge of Gujarati or Hindi or both.
- Qualification must be held by 30 November 2026 (same cut-off as age).
What Is the Age Limit? (as on 30 November 2026)
| Category | Minimum Age | Maximum Age | Relaxation |
|---|---|---|---|
| UR (male) | 20 years | 35 years | — |
| UR (female) | 20 years | 40 years | 5 years |
| Reserved category (male) | 20 years | 40 years | 5 years |
| Reserved category (female) | 20 years | 45 years | 10 years |
| PwBD (UR male) | 20 years | 45 years | 10 years |
| PwBD (UR female) | 20 years | 45 years | 15 years |
| PwBD (reserved male) | 20 years | 45 years | 15 years |
| PwBD (reserved female) | 20 years | 45 years | 20 years |
| Ex-servicemen | 20 years | As per service period + 3 years | Service period + up to 3 years |
Maximum age after relaxation is capped at 45 years for most categories as printed. Age is calculated as on 30 November 2026. Reserved category candidates applying for unreserved seats get no age relaxation.
Examples:
- ✅ A 34-year-old UR candidate born on 1 January 1992 — eligible (as on 30 November 2026).
- ❌ A 36-year-old UR candidate born on 1 January 1990 — not eligible (one full year over the limit).
Use our Age Eligibility Calculator to check instantly.
Reservation & PwBD Suitability
- Reservation: Vertical reservations for unreserved, EWS, SEBC, SC and ST as printed. Horizontal reservations for women, ex-servicemen and PwBD. Women reservation follows GAD notification; unfilled women seats go to men of the same category. PwBD types include Blind/Low Vision, Deaf/Hard of Hearing, locomotor disability, intellectual disability and multiple disabilities as listed (A to E).
- PwBD: Specific disability types and percentages (often 40–70%) are listed post-wise in the vacancy tables. Candidates with listed disabilities may apply even where no reserved seat is shown, subject to a medical certificate and suitability.
What Is the Salary? – Fixed Pay then Regular Scale
Selected candidates receive fixed monthly pay for the first five years as per Finance Department resolutions, after which they may get regular appointment in the applicable pay scale if service is satisfactory, subject to court orders in SLP Nos. 14124/2012 and 14125/2012.
| Post | Fixed Pay (first 5 years) |
|---|---|
| Sub Registrar Grade-1, Office Superintendent, Assistant Tribal Development Officer | ₹49,600 |
| Sub Registrar Grade-2, Social Welfare Inspector, Head Clerk | ₹40,800 |
| Office Assistant, Senior Clerk, Junior Clerk | ₹26,000 |
Other benefits as per the cited resolutions and government rules apply after regularisation. No other allowances are itemised in the notice for the fixed-pay period.
This calculator gives an indicative estimate; the official method in the notification prevails.
What Is the Application Fee?
| Category | Application Fee | Other Printed Charges | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| Unreserved | ₹500 | Transaction charges as applicable | ₹500 + charges |
| Reserved (all women, SEBC, SC, ST, EWS, PwBD, Ex-servicemen) | ₹400 | Transaction charges as applicable | ₹400 + charges |
Payment mode: Online only (debit card, internet banking, UPI or wallets) after form submission and confirmation number.
Refund: The fee is refunded to candidates who appear in the examination, through the same payment method. No refund if the candidate does not appear or if the application is rejected.
How to Apply? (Step-by-Step)
The GSSSB Class 3 online form 2026 is filled at https://ojas.gujarat.gov.in from 5 November 2026 (2:00 PM) to 30 November 2026 (11:59 PM).
- Open the OJAS Portal (opens on 5 November 2026 at 2:00 PM).
- Complete one-time registration if new; log in with existing credentials.
- Select GSSSB and Advertisement No. 468/202627; fill in educational qualification, age, category, mobile number and other details exactly as on certificates.
- Upload a recent passport-size photograph and signature as required by the portal.
- Submit the form to obtain the confirmation number, then pay the fee online by 2 December 2026 (11:59 PM).
- Download and save the application form and fee receipt; keep the same mobile number active throughout.
Common Mistakes to Avoid
- Filling the form before 5 November 2026.
- Entering category or certificate details that do not match original documents.
- Missing the fee payment deadline of 2 December 2026 after form submission.
- Using a different photograph later; the same photo must be used throughout.
- Not keeping the confirmation number and fee receipt.
What Can Get Your Application Rejected?
| Rule | What the notice says | Clause |
|---|---|---|
| Wrong details in form | Incorrect information makes the application liable to cancellation | General instructions |
| Forged or false documents | Application cancelled; candidate may be debarred from other recruitments | p28–29 |
| SEBC certificate from husband’s income (married woman) | Application rejected | p17 |
| Certificate issued after the last date or not in the prescribed format | Treated as unreserved or rejected | p16–18 |
| Non-payment of fee | Application not valid | p25 |
| Unfair means in examination | Criminal action under Gujarat Public Examination (Prevention of Unfair Means) Act, 2023 | p29 |
ગુજરાત ગૌણ સેવા પસંદગી મંડળ Class 3 ભરતી 2026 – 1237 જગ્યાઓ
ગુજરાત ગૌણ સેવા પસંદગી મંડળ (GSSSB), ગાંધીનગરે જાહેરાત ક્રમાંક 468/202627 હેઠળ Class-3 Group-A અને Group-B માટે કુલ 1237 જગ્યાઓ માટે ભરતી જાહેર કરી છે. અરજી 5 નવેમ્બર 2026થી 30 નવેમ્બર 2026 સુધી ઓનલાઇન થશે.
અંતિમ તારીખ ક્યારે છે? ઓનલાઇન અરજી 30 નવેમ્બર 2026 (રાત્રે 11:59) સુધી. ફી ભરવાની તારીખ 2 ડિસેમ્બર 2026 છે.
કોણ અરજી કરી શકે? સ્નાતક ડિગ્રી, કમ્પ્યુટરની મૂળભૂત જાણકારી અને ગુજરાતી અથવા હિન્દીનું જ્ઞાન ધરાવતા ઉમેદવારો. વય 30 નવેમ્બર 2026ના રોજ 20થી 35 વર્ષ.
અરજી કેવી રીતે કરવી? ojas.gujarat.gov.in પર 5 નવેમ્બરથી ફોર્મ ભરો, કન્ફર્મેશન નંબર મેળવો અને ઓનલાઇન ફી ભરો.
વેતન અને પસંદગી કેવી રીતે? પ્રથમ પાંચ વર્ષ માટે ફિક્સ પગાર (₹26,000થી ₹49,600). પ્રાથમિક અને મુખ્ય પરીક્ષા દ્વારા પસંદગી. વેબસાઇટ: gsssb.gujarat.gov.in
How Are Candidates Selected?
- Preliminary examination (common for Group-A and Group-B): MCQ, 150 marks, 120 minutes, 0.25 negative marking; screening only, marks not counted in final merit.
- Main examination: Group-A – descriptive (350 marks); Group-B – MCQ (200 marks). Minimum 40% qualifying in each paper and stage.
- Shortlist: up to 7 times the category-wise vacancies for the main examination.
- Final selection list based on main examination marks and category-wise vacancies. No waiting list is prepared.
| Stage | What It Is | Marks / Weightage | Shortlisting / Qualifying Rule |
|---|---|---|---|
| Preliminary | MCQ screening | 150 | Screening only; 7× vacancies for main |
| Main (Group-A) | Descriptive | 350 | 40% minimum |
| Main (Group-B) | MCQ | 200 | 40% minimum |
Tie-break (as printed): Not specified beyond the printed selection method.
For the General Awareness and Current Affairs component in the preliminary and main examinations, revise recent national and Gujarat news with our daily Current Affairs digest.
What Is the Exam Pattern?
Preliminary Examination (common):
| Paper / Section | Questions | Marks | Duration | Nature |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| English | — | 15 | 120 minutes total | Screening |
| Gujarati | — | 15 | Screening | |
| General Awareness and Current Affairs | — | 30 | Screening | |
| Quantitative Aptitude | — | 30 | Screening | |
| Reasoning | — | 60 | Screening | |
| Total | 150 | 150 | 120 minutes | Screening (0.25 negative) |
Main Examination:
Group-A (descriptive): Paper I Gujarati Language Skill (100 marks, 3 hours), Paper II English Language Skill (100 marks, 3 hours), Paper III General Studies (150 marks, 3 hours). Total 350.
Group-B (MCQ): One paper of 200 marks, 120 minutes, covering Indian polity, economy, public administration, schemes, current affairs, Gujarat history and geography, culture, Gujarati and English, science and IT.
Negative marking: 0.25 marks per wrong answer in the preliminary examination. Not mentioned for the main examination.
Syllabus (from the notice's annexure)
Detailed topic-wise syllabus for Group-A descriptive papers (Gujarati, English, General Studies) and Group-B MCQ topics is printed in Appendix-H (pages 32–38). Headings include History of India, Cultural Heritage, Geography, Science and Technology, Constitution, Public Administration, Ethics, Economy and Gujarat-specific topics.
Where Is the Exam Held?
Examination centres will be decided by the Board based on the number of candidates and notified on the official website. Candidates appear at the allotted centre at their own cost.
The SahisarkariJobs.in Analyst's Take – Is This Recruitment for You?
This is a large-scale Class-3 recruitment with 1237 seats, of which nearly 80% are Junior Clerk posts at a fixed ₹26,000 for the first five years. The preliminary stage shortlists about 8,659 candidates for the main examination at the printed 7× ratio (1237 × 7). Group-A posts carry higher fixed pay (up to ₹49,600) but require a descriptive main paper, while Group-B is MCQ-based.
Best fit: Graduates comfortable with both screening MCQ and either descriptive or MCQ main papers who want a state government clerical or supervisory role in Gujarat offices.
Skip if you need immediate regular pay scale or cannot clear the 40% qualifying mark in every paper.
Practical tip: Keep the same mobile number and photograph ready; the notice requires the identical photo throughout and SMS updates on that number.
What Documents Are Required?
At Application
- Educational qualification certificates (bachelor’s degree)
- Age proof (school leaving or birth certificate)
- Category certificate (SC/ST/SEBC/EWS) in prescribed format and within validity dates if claiming reservation
- Computer knowledge certificate if applicable
- Recent passport-size photograph and signature
- Mobile number and email that will remain active
At Document Verification / Joining
Original certificates for qualification, age, category, PwBD (if applicable), ESM (if applicable) and any other claimed benefit. Non-creamy layer for SEBC and income certificate for EWS as specified.
⚠️ Document Alert Specific to This Recruitment
- SEBC non-creamy layer certificate must be based on parents’ income for married women; husband’s income certificate leads to rejection.
- Certificates must be obtained within the printed date windows (for example, SEBC from 1 April 2024 to 30 November 2026).
What Are the Service Conditions?
- Fixed pay for the first five years as printed; regular appointment in the applicable pay scale after five years if service is satisfactory, subject to the cited court cases.
- Posting in various offices of the department under which the post is advertised; no choice of first posting is provided.
- Recruitment is subject to Gujarat Civil Services Classification and Recruitment (General) Rules, 1967 and the recruitment rules of the respective cadre.
- No waiting list is prepared for this combined advertisement.
What Happens After Selection?
- The final selection list is published based on main examination marks and category-wise vacancies.
- Document verification of originals.
- Medical examination if required by the appointing authority.
- Appointment order and joining at the concerned office.
✅ Confirmed: Final list from the main examination; document verification.
❓ Not specified: Exact medical standards or training period after joining.
How Do Answer Keys & Objections Work?
Future instructions on answer keys and objections will appear on the official website.
General Instructions & Important Rules
- All recruitment process updates will be posted on https://gsssb.gujarat.gov.in.
- Keep the mobile number registered in the form active until the process is complete.
- Government employees must inform their department; the notice allows application but requires intimation.
- The Board reserves the right to change vacancies, criteria or schedule, or cancel the recruitment.
- Gujarat Public Examination (Prevention of Unfair Means) Act, 2023 applies to this examination.
Contact & Helpline
The advertisement prints a helpline: 079-23258916 for guidance on educational qualification, age limit and online application. Check the GSSSB Official Website for updates.
⚠️ Contact details are from the official notification/website. Verify before contacting. Never pay money to anyone offering job assistance. Report fraud at cybercrime.gov.in.
Important Links – GSSSB Class 3 Notification 2026
| Description | Link |
|---|---|
| Apply Online | OJAS Portal (opens 5 November 2026 at 2:00 PM) |
| Notification PDF | GSSSB CCE 2.0 Notice 2026 (PDF) |
| Official Recruitment Page | GSSSB Official Website |
FAQs – GSSSB Class 3 2026
What is the last date to apply for GSSSB Class 3 2026?
30 November 2026 at 11:59 PM. No extension has been announced as of 4 November 2026. Fee payment is allowed until 2 December 2026.
What is the age limit for GSSSB Junior Clerk?
20 to 35 years as on 30 November 2026 for unreserved candidates. Relaxations apply for women, reserved categories, PwBD and ex-servicemen as printed.
Is there an exam for GSSSB Junior Clerk, or is it interview-based?
Yes — a preliminary MCQ screening examination followed by a main examination (MCQ for Group-B). No interview stage is mentioned.
What is the salary for Junior Clerk posts in this recruitment?
₹26,000 fixed per month for the first five years, then regular pay scale as per government rules if service is satisfactory.
Can final-year students apply for this recruitment?
The notice requires the bachelor’s degree to be held by 30 November 2026. Candidates who have not obtained the degree by that date are not eligible.
Is this Junior Clerk post a permanent government job?
The posts are filled by direct recruitment with fixed pay for the first five years; regular appointment follows if service is satisfactory, subject to rules and court orders. It is not described as temporary or contractual.
Can candidates from other states apply?
Yes, for unreserved seats. Reserved category benefits require Gujarat origin as printed.
Where will selected candidates be posted?
In the offices of the departments under which the posts are advertised, across Gujarat. No choice of first posting is printed.
Before You Apply: Quick Self-Check
- You meet the age condition as on 30 November 2026 and hold a bachelor’s degree by that date.
- You meet the conditions that decide this recruitment: bachelor’s degree + computer knowledge + Gujarati or Hindi knowledge.
- You can produce every document and certificate the notice requires at verification.
- You are ready for the selection stage that applies to your post: preliminary MCQ and then descriptive (Group-A) or MCQ (Group-B) main examination.
- You accept the posting terms: various offices in Gujarat as allotted.
📄 Primary source: Advertisement No. 468/202627, Gujarat Subordinate Service Selection Board, dated 3 November 2026 (linked under Important Links). The recruitment facts above come from that notice; tips and estimates are labelled where they appear.
