Goa Public Service Commission (GPSC) Recruitment Notification 2026 has been released on 14 August 2026 on the official website https://gpsc.goa.gov.in. A total of 38 vacancies have been announced through the GPSC Advertisement No. 08/2026 Recruitment 2026.
Candidates up to 45 years of age with the required qualifications for posts including Assistant Professor, Embryologist, and Veterinary Officer are eligible to apply for these vacancies. The online application process for GPSC Recruitment 2026 is open until 28 August 2026 for all posts except the Transfer on Deputation post, for which the last date is 28 September 2026.
Candidates can download the official notification PDF and apply online through the direct links provided below in this article.
GPSC Recruitment 2026 - Overview
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Organization | Goa Public Service Commission (GPSC) |
| Advertisement Number | Advertisement No. 08 Year 2026 |
| Advertisement Published On | 14.08.2026 |
| Total Posts | 38 |
| Departments | Public Health Department (Goa Medical College); Directorate of Animal Husbandry and Veterinary Services |
| Mode of Application | Online |
| Official Website | https://gpsc.goa.gov.in |
| Alternate Portal | https://cbes.goa.gov.in/ |
| Last Date to Apply (Regular Posts) | 28.08.2026 |
| Last Date to Apply (Transfer on Deputation Post) | 28.09.2026 |
GPSC Advertisement No. 08/2026 Important Dates
- Notification Published: 14.08.2026
- Last date for application (all posts except Transfer on Deputation): 28.08.2026
- Last date for application (Transfer on Deputation post only): 28.09.2026
The exam date, admit card release date, and interview schedule are not available in the official notification at this stage. Candidates should keep checking the GPSC official website for updates.
GPSC Vacancy Details 2026
A total of 38 posts are advertised under Advertisement No. 08/2026, spread across the Public Health Department (Goa Medical College) and the Directorate of Animal Husbandry and Veterinary Services.
| S. No. | Post Name | No. of Posts |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Assistant Professor - Anaesthesiology (Transfer on Deputation) | 7 (UR-7) |
| 2 | Assistant Professor - Occupational Therapy | 2 (UR-1, OBC-1) |
| 3 | Embryologist | 1 (UR-1) |
| 4 | Assistant Professor - Plastic Surgery | 1 (UR-1) |
| 5 | Assistant Professor - Neurology | 2 (UR-1, OBC-1) |
| 6 | Assistant Professor - Neurosurgery | 1 (UR-1) |
| 7 | Assistant Professor - Medical Oncology | 1 (UR-1) |
| 8 | Assistant Professor - Urology | 2 (UR-1, OBC-1) |
| 9 | Assistant Professor - Endocrinology | 1 (OBC-1) |
| 10 | Assistant Professor - Geriatrics Medicine | 1 (UR-1) |
| 11 | Veterinary Officer | 19 (UR-10, SC-1, ST-5, OBC-2, EWS-1) - includes 1 post reserved for PwD (Blindness & low vision, or Deaf & hard of hearing) |
Note: For the Veterinary Officer post, if suitable PwD candidates are not available, the equal number of posts will be kept vacant from the Unreserved category rather than being filled by other candidates, as per the notification.
GPSC Recruitment 2026 Eligibility Criteria
1. Assistant Professor - Anaesthesiology (Transfer on Deputation) - 7 Posts
- Eligibility: Officers under the Central/State Governments/Union Territories Administration holding analogous posts.
- Deputation Period: Ordinarily not exceeding three years.
- Pay Scale: Pay Matrix Level-11
2. Assistant Professor - Occupational Therapy - 2 Posts
- Age Limit: Not exceeding 45 years
- Essential Qualification: Master's degree in Occupational Therapy (M.Sc. in Occupational Therapy / M.OT) from a recognised university; 3 years teaching experience in the concerned speciality; Knowledge of Konkani
- Desirable: Knowledge of Marathi
- Pay Scale: Pay Matrix Level-11
3. Embryologist - 1 Post
- Age Limit: Not exceeding 45 years
- Essential Qualification (any one of the following):
- Post Graduate in Clinical Embryology (minimum four semesters, full-time) with an additional 3 years of human Assisted Reproductive Technology (ART) laboratory experience, OR
- Ph.D. (full-time, project related to Clinical Embryology/ART/Fertility) with 1 additional year of human ART laboratory experience, OR
- MBBS/BVSc with a PG degree in Clinical Embryology (full-time) plus 2 years of ART laboratory experience, OR
- PG in Life Sciences or Biotechnology with 1 year of on-site full-time Clinical Embryology certified training, plus 4 years of experience in an ART Level 2 clinic
- Knowledge of Konkani is essential
- Desirable: Knowledge of Marathi
- Pay Scale: Pay Matrix Level-11
4. Assistant Professor (Super-Speciality) - Plastic Surgery, Neurology, Neurosurgery, Medical Oncology, Urology, Endocrinology - 8 Posts
- Age Limit: Not exceeding 45 years
- Essential Qualification: A recognised medical qualification under the Indian Medical Council Act, 1956; a post graduate degree/equivalent in the relevant speciality from an NMC-recognised college; at least one year of teaching or research experience in the super-speciality after obtaining DM/M.Ch. (No experience is required if the DM/M.Ch. is of three years duration); Knowledge of Konkani
- Desirable: Knowledge of Marathi
- Pay Scale: Pay Matrix Level-11
5. Assistant Professor - Geriatrics Medicine - 1 Post
- Age Limit: Not exceeding 45 years
- Essential Qualification: A recognised medical qualification under the Indian Medical Council Act, 1956; a post graduate degree/equivalent in the speciality from an NMC-recognised college; at least three years experience as a lecturer or equivalent teaching post after the PG degree; Knowledge of Konkani
- Desirable: Knowledge of Marathi
- Pay Scale: Pay Matrix Level-11
6. Veterinary Officer - 19 Posts
- Age Limit: Not exceeding 45 years
- Essential Qualification: Recognised Veterinary qualification under the First or Second Schedule to the Indian Veterinary Council Act, 1984, and registration with the Goa State Veterinary Council; Knowledge of Konkani
- Desirable: Experience in Cattle Development, Poultry Development, or running a Veterinary Dispensary; Knowledge of Marathi
- Pay Scale: Pay Matrix Level-7
Konkani Language Relaxation Clause
As per the notification, in case suitable candidates with knowledge of Konkani are not available, the GPSC may recommend a candidate found otherwise fit. This requirement can be relaxed by the Government on the Commission's recommendation, if considered necessary, in the case of Group 'A' posts in Professional Colleges and Consultants in the Directorate of Health Services.
GPSC Salary/ Pay Scale 2026
The notification specifies pay scale only as per the applicable Pay Matrix Level for each post:
| Post | Pay Scale |
|---|---|
| Assistant Professor (all specialities), Embryologist | Pay Matrix Level-11 |
| Veterinary Officer | Pay Matrix Level-7 |
The exact in-hand salary figures/pay band amounts are not available in the official notification.
GPSC Selection Process 2026
The notification states that prescribed Educational Qualifications (EQs) are the minimum requirement, and mere possession of the EQs does not entitle a candidate to be called for interview. Where the number of applications received is large, the Commission will shortlist candidates to be called for interview, as per the "Instructions" available on the Commission's website. Further details of the selection process (written exam, if any, and interview weightage) are not available in the official notification.
Required Documents for GPSC Recruitment 2026
A specific list of documents to be uploaded/submitted is not available in the official notification. Candidates are advised to refer to the "Instructions" section on the GPSC website before filling out the application, and to keep education certificates, experience certificates, and identity proof ready in general practice.
How to Apply for GPSC Advt No. 08/2026?
- Visit the official GPSC website at https://gpsc.goa.gov.in or the Government of Goa portal at https://cbes.goa.gov.in/.
- Carefully read the "Instructions" available on the Commission's website before filling the application.
- Fill in the online application form for the relevant post appropriately.
- Pay the application fee online, or generate an e-challan for offline payment at an SBI branch in Goa.
- For online payment, download the e-receipt confirming successful payment status.
- For offline payment, get the bank stamp on the e-challan and submit it to the Commission's office on or before the last date.
- After successful payment, download the completed application form.
- Ensure a valid email address and mobile number are entered, as all communication from the Commission will be sent through these.
Important Instructions
- The last date for applications for all posts, except the Transfer on Deputation post, is 28.08.2026.
- The last date for the Transfer on Deputation post is 28.09.2026.
- Applications with fee payment made after the last date will be summarily rejected, and no refund will be given.
- Candidates must invariably provide a valid email address and mobile number in the application form.
- Candidates should regularly check their email, mobile phone, and the Commission's website for updates or notices regarding their application.
- If there is any discrepancy between the translated version of the advertisement and the English version, the English version will be considered authentic.
GPSC Recruitment 2026 - Important Links
| Official Notification PDF | Click here |
| Official Website | Click here |
