The Gujarat Public Service Commission (GPSC), Gandhinagar has released a series of official advertisements for various Class-I and Class-II posts under multiple departments of the Gujarat Government. These recruitments are through a Preliminary Test and Interview (Direct Recruitment) process. Online applications for all the posts listed below are open from June 5, 2026 (1:00 PM) to June 19, 2026 (11:59 PM) at https://gpsc-ojas.gujarat.gov.in.
GPSC Recruitment 2026 – Overview
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| Parameter | Details |
|---|---|
| Recruiting Body | Gujarat Public Service Commission (GPSC), Gandhinagar |
| Total Posts / Advertisements | 107 Posts |
| Recruitment Type | Direct Recruitment (Seedhi Bharti) |
| Selection Mode | Preliminary Test (Part-I: General Studies + Part-II: Concerned Subject) + Interview |
| Application Mode | Online via https://gpsc-ojas.gujarat.gov.in |
| Job Location | Various locations across Gujarat |
| Official Website | https://gpsc.gujarat.gov.in |
GPSC Recruitment 2026 Notification Out
GPSC has officially released advertisements dated June 4–5, 2026 for various Class-I and Class-II posts. These cover departments including Agriculture & Farmers Welfare, Health & Family Welfare, Education, Labour, Skill Development & Employment, Municipal Corporations, and the Legislative Secretariat. Notably, Advt. No. 41/2026-27 is a Special Recruitment Drive for Divyang (PwD) candidates only. All applications must be submitted online via the GPSC-OJAS portal between June 5, 2026 (1:00 PM) and June 19, 2026 (11:59 PM).
- Advt. No. 28/2026-27 - Joint Director, Agriculture, Class-1 (Special Recruitment Drive for Divyang) Class-1
- Advt. No. 41/2026-27 - District Education Offficer/District Primary Education Officer and Equivalent
- Advt. No. 40/2026-27 - Assistant Director(Boilers), Class-2 Class-2
- Advt. No. 39/2026-27 - Industrial Safety and Health Officer, Class-2 Class-2
- Advt. No. 33/2026-27 - Senior Drugs Inspector, Class-2 2
- Advt. No. 38/2026-27 - Administrative Officer, Class-2, (VARIOUS MUNICIPALITIES) Class-2
- Advt. No. 37/2026-27 - Legal Officer, Class-2, (VARIOUS MUNICIPALITIES) Class-2
- Advt. No. 36/2026-27 - ICT Officer, Class-2, (VARIOUS MUNICIPALITIES) 2
- Advt. No. 35/2026-27 - Estate Officer, Class-2, (VARIOUS MUNICIPALITIES) Class-2
- Advt. No. 32/2026-27 - Graduate Engineer Trainee, Class-2, Gujarat Maritime Board (GMB) 2
- Advt. No. 29/2026-27 - Gujarati Reporter, Class-2 - The Legislative Secretariat Class-2
- Advt. No. 28/2026-27 - Joint Director, Agriculture, Class-1 (Special Recruitment Drive for Divyang) Class-1
- Advt. No. 27/2026-27 - Deputy Director of Animal Husbandry, Class-1 Class-1
- Advt. No. 26/2026-27 - Assistant Geologist, Class-2, Industry and Mine Class-2
- Advt. No. 25/2026-27 - Geologist, Class-1, Industries and Mines Class-1
- Advt. No. 23/2026-27 - Research Officer, Class-2, Gujarat Administrative Department Class-2
GPSC Recruitment 2026 Key Dates
| Important Dates | Details |
|---|---|
| Notification Date | June 4–5, 2026 |
| Application Start Date | June 5, 2026 (1:00 PM) |
| Application Closing Date | June 19, 2026 (11:59 PM) |
| Fee Payment (Post Office) Last Date | June 20, 2026 |
| Part-I Preliminary Test (General Studies) | July 26, 2026 (Tentative – for most posts) |
| Part-II Preliminary Test (Concerned Subject) | Varies by post (September – October 2026) |
| Interview (Tentative) | December 2026 |
| Final Result | Within 10 working days after Interview completion |
GPSC Vacancy and Salary Highlights
| Advt. No. | Post Name | Department / Employer | Total Vacancies | Pay Scale (7th Pay Commission) | Max Age |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 23/2026-27 | Research Officer Class-2 | Gujarat Administrative Department | 20 | Pay Scale: Pay Matrics Rs.-44,900-1,42,400 (Level-8) | 37 Years |
| 27/2026-27 | Deputy Director of Animal Husbandry, Class-I | Agriculture, Farmers Welfare & Co-operation Dept. | 05 | To be confirmed | To be confirmed |
| 25/2026-27 | Geologist, Class-1, Industries and Mines | - | 04 | ||
| 26/2026-27 | Assistant Geologist, Class-2, Industry and Mine Class-2 | - | 09 | Rs. 67,700 – 2,08,700, Pay Level-10 (as per the 7th Pay Commission) | |
| 28/2026-27 | Joint Director of Agriculture, Gujarat Agriculture Service, Class-I | Agriculture, Farmers Welfare & Co-operation Dept. | 01 | To be confirmed | To be confirmed |
| 29/2026-27 | Gujarati Reporter, Class-II | Gujarat Legislative Secretariat | 04 | To be confirmed | To be confirmed |
| 32/2026-27 | Graduate Engineer Trainee, Class-2 | 01 | |||
| 33/2026-27 | Senior Drug Inspector, Gujarat Drugs Service, Class-II | Health & Family Welfare Dept. | 08 | ₹44,900 – ₹1,42,400/- (Level-8) | 40 Years |
| 35/2026-27 | Estate Officer, Class-II | 09 Municipal Corporations of Gujarat | 09 | ₹44,900 – ₹1,42,400/- (Level-8) | 35 Years |
| 36/2026-27 | ICT Officer, Class-II | 09 Municipal Corporations of Gujarat | 09 | ₹44,900 – ₹1,42,400/- (Level-8) | 35 Years |
| 37/2026-27 | Legal Officer, Class-II | 09 Municipal Corporations of Gujarat | 09 | ₹44,900 – ₹1,42,400/- (Level-8) | 35 Years |
| 38/2026-27 | Administrative Officer (Vahivati Adhikari), Class-II | 09 Municipal Corporations of Gujarat | 09 | ₹44,900 – ₹1,42,400/- (Level-8) | 35 Years |
| 39/2026-27 | Industrial Safety and Health Officer, Class-II | Labour, Skill Development & Employment Dept. | 11 | ₹39,900 – ₹1,26,600/- (Level-7) | 35 Years |
| 40/2026-27 | Assistant Director, Boilers, Gujarat Boilers Service, Class-II | Labour, Skill Development & Employment Dept. | 07 | ₹53,100 – ₹1,67,800/- (Level-9) | 37 Years |
| 41/2026-27 (PwD Special Drive) | District Education Officer / District Primary Education Officer & Equivalent, Gujarat Education Service (Admin. Branch), Class-I | Education Dept. – Special Recruitment Drive for Divyang | 01 | ₹56,100 – ₹1,77,500/- (Level-10, 7th Pay) | 46 Years |
Eligibility Criteria & Job Requirements
Municipal Corporation Posts – Advt. 35, 36, 37 & 38 (Estate Officer, ICT Officer, Legal Officer, Administrative Officer, Class-II)
- Core Education: Bachelor's degree from any recognized University/Institution in India established under the Central or State Act, or recognized by UGC under Section 3 of the UGC Act, 1956.
- Computer Knowledge: Basic knowledge of computer applications as prescribed in the Gujarat Civil Services Classification and Recruitment (General) Rules, 1967.
- Language: Adequate knowledge of Gujarati or Hindi or both.
- Note: Candidates selected for these posts will be employees of the respective Municipal Corporation, not the Government of Gujarat.
Advt. 33 – Senior Drug Inspector, Class-II
- Core Education: Bachelor's degree in Pharmacy / Pharmaceutical Sciences / Medicine with specialization in Clinical Pharmacology or Microbiology or Pharm D from a recognized University.
- Experience (Option A): About 5 years' experience in enforcement of the Drugs and Cosmetics Act, 1940 under the FDCA, Gujarat State.
- Experience (Option B): About 5 years' combined/separate experience in manufacturing or testing of drug substances in Production / QC / R&D of a Pharmaceutical establishment, or in Pharmaceutical Technology, or in a government laboratory.
- Computer Knowledge & Language: Basic computer knowledge and adequate knowledge of Gujarati/Hindi.
Advt. 39 – Industrial Safety and Health Officer, Class-II
- Core Education: At least a Second Class Bachelor's degree in Mechanical / Electrical / Chemical Engineering from a recognized University.
- Computer Knowledge & Language: Basic computer knowledge and adequate knowledge of Gujarati/Hindi.
Advt. 40 – Assistant Director, Boilers, Class-II
- Physical Fitness: Good physique - not more than 180 cm in height and not more than 105 cm in girth; must be able to enter and manoeuvre inside the manhole of a boiler comfortably.
- Core Education: Bachelor's degree (B.E./B.Tech) in Mechanical / Production / Power Plant / Metallurgical Engineering from a recognized University; AND a Certificate of Proficiency as a Boiler Operation Engineer granted under Boiler Operation Rules, 2021 (or equivalent rules under the Boilers Act, 1923).
- Experience: About 2 years' combined/separate experience as a technical person in design, construction, erection, operation, testing, repair, maintenance, or inspection of boilers.
Advt. 41 – District Education Officer, Class-I (Special PwD Drive)
- Core Education: Bachelor's degree (First Class) OR Bachelor's degree (Second Class) + Master's degree (Second Class) in Arts / Science / Commerce / Law / Agriculture from a recognized University; AND a Teaching/Education Degree or Diploma in Education.
- Experience: At least 7 years' experience in teaching, inspection, or administration.
- Only Divyang (PwD) candidates are eligible to apply for this post. Group D & E disability candidates (SLD, MI, MD) with 1 reserved vacancy.
Age Limit & Relaxations
Age is calculated as on the last date of online application (June 19, 2026).
| Category | Age Relaxation | Maximum Age Limit |
|---|---|---|
| General (Unreserved) Women Candidates | 5 Years | Up to 45 Years |
| SC / ST / SEBC / EWS (Gujarat Origin) | 5 Years | Up to 45 Years |
| SC / ST / SEBC / EWS Women (Gujarat Origin) | 10 Years (includes 5-year women relaxation) | Up to 45 Years |
| Divyang / PwD Candidates | 10 Years | Up to 45 Years |
| Ex-Servicemen (including ECO/SCO) | Length of defence service + 3 Years | As applicable |
| Existing Gujarat Government Employees (6+ months continuous service within prescribed age at first appointment) | Upper age limit not applicable (if experience is required as qualification) | As per service rules |
| Municipal Corporation Employees (Gujarat) – Advt. 38 only | Upper age limit not applicable if serving as permanent/temporary employee for 6+ months continuously | No upper limit |
GPSC Selection Methodology
- Preliminary Test – Part-I (General Studies): 100 marks, 60 minutes - Common for all posts. Held at Gandhinagar/Ahmedabad at candidates' own expense. Candidates scoring less than 15% in the Preliminary Test are not eligible for Interview.
- Preliminary Test – Part-II (Concerned Subject): 200 marks, 120 minutes - Subject-specific. Total Preliminary Test: 300 marks, 180 minutes.
- Minimum Qualifying Marks: Candidates must score at least 15% in the Preliminary Test to qualify for the Interview stage.
- Interview: 100 marks - held at GPSC Bhavan, Gandhinagar. Candidates must attend at their own expense.
- Final Merit: 50% weightage to Preliminary Test (marks out of 300 converted to 50) + 50% weightage to Interview (marks out of 100 converted to 50) = Total out of 100.
- Interview Call Norms: 1 post → 10 candidates; 2 posts → 16; 3 posts → 18; 4 or more posts → 3x number of vacancies or 20, whichever is greater.
- Special PwD Provision (Advt. 39, 40, 41): If adequate representation of PwD candidates is not achieved group-wise, candidates who scored at least 10% in the Preliminary Test will be considered from the shortfall groups.
- Municipal Corporation Counselling (Advt. 38): After Interview, a provisional merit list is published. Candidates choose their preferred Municipal Corporation through a GPSC-conducted counselling process based on merit-cum-preference.
Application Fee
| Category | Application Fee |
|---|---|
| Unreserved (General) Candidates | ₹100/- + Postal/Service charges |
| SC / ST / SEBC / EWS (Gujarat Origin), Divyang, Ex-Servicemen | Nil (Exempted) |
| Reserved category candidates of other states | ₹100/- + applicable charges |
Consent Deposit (if required by Commission): Unreserved candidates – ₹500/-; Reserved/Women/PwD/Ex-Servicemen – ₹400/-. This amount is refunded to candidates who appear for the Preliminary Test.
Fee payment modes: Post Office (for Gujarat residents) or Online (Net Banking / Card Payment / UPI). Fee once paid is non-refundable.
How to Apply for GPSC Recruitment 2026
- First complete One Time Registration (OTR) on the GPSC-OJAS portal at https://gpsc-ojas.gujarat.gov.in if not already done. Note: OTR alone does not constitute an application.
- Visit https://gpsc-ojas.gujarat.gov.in → Click "Online Application" → Click "Apply" → Select the relevant advertisement from the active list.
- Log in using your OTR Registration Number and Date of Birth, then click Apply Now.
- Fill in Personal Details, Communication Details, Other Details (sports, disability, widow, ex-serviceman status), Language Details, Educational Details, and Experience Details (if required).
- Upload your Passport-size Photo (5 cm × 3.6 cm, JPG, max 10 KB, white background, with date of photograph - not older than 1 year from application closing date) and Signature (2.5 cm × 7.5 cm, JPG, max 10 KB).
- Accept the Self-Declaration (Assurance) and click Save. Your Application Number and Confirmation Number will be generated - save both.
- Pay the applicable application fee via Post Office or Online before the fee deadline.
- Download and keep the printed copy of the confirmed application form. Applications can be edited using the Edit option until the closing date - do not submit multiple applications.
- After the Preliminary Test provisional result, shortlisted candidates must upload required certificates/documents online at https://gpsc-iass.gujarat.gov.in/ - physical documents sent by post/in-person will not be accepted.
- Candidates applying for more than one post must submit separate applications and separate fees for each post.
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