GSSSB Staff Nurse Eligibility Criteria 2026 outlines the detailed requirements for candidates applying to the Staff Nurse (Ayurveda) Class-III posts under the Gujarat Subordinate Service Selection Board (GSSSB).
This guide covers the latest eligibility details including educational qualification, age limit, age relaxation, nationality, registration, and other important conditions to help aspiring nurses apply correctly and avoid disqualification.
Overview Table
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Conducting Body | Gujarat Subordinate Service Selection Board (GSSSB) |
| Post Name | Staff Nurse (Ayurveda), Class-III |
| Vacancies | 90 |
| Educational Qualification | Diploma in Ayurvedic Nursing from Gujarat Ayurvedic Nursing Faculty |
| Age Limit | 18 to 45 years (as on 13 April 2026) |
| Application Mode | Online through OJAS portal |
| Selection Process | Computer-Based Test + Document Verification |
| Official Website | gsssb.gujarat.gov.in |
GSSSB Staff Nurse Educational Qualification 2026
Candidates must fulfill the following educational criteria:
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Must possess a Diploma of Ayurvedic Nursing (Ayurved Nursing Course Certificate) obtained from the Gujarat Ayurvedic Nursing Faculty established by the Government of Gujarat.
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Must have basic knowledge of computer applications as prescribed in the Gujarat Civil Services Classification and Recruitment (General) Rules, 1967.
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Must have adequate knowledge of Gujarati, Hindi, or both languages.
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Candidates should be registered with the Gujarat Board of Ayurvedic and Unani System of Medicine at the time of application or before appointment.
Note: Only candidates with the specific Ayurvedic Nursing Diploma from the recognized Gujarat faculty are eligible. General Nursing (GNM/B.Sc Nursing) may not apply for this Ayurveda post.
GSSSB Staff Nurse Age Limit 2026
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Minimum Age: 18 years
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Maximum Age: 45 years
Age is calculated as on the cutoff date mentioned in the official notification (13 April 2026 for the current cycle). The upper age limit is inclusive of all relaxations and cannot exceed 45 years in any case.
GSSSB Staff Nurse Age Relaxation 2026
GSSSB provides age relaxation for reserved categories as per Gujarat government rules:
| Category | Age Relaxation |
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| General Category Women | 5 years |
| Reserved Category (SEBC/SC/ST) Men | 5 years |
| Reserved Category Women | 10 years |
| General PwD Males | 10 years |
| General PwD Females | 15 years |
| Reserved PwD Males | 15 years |
| Reserved PwD Females | 20 years |
| Ex-Servicemen | Service period + 3 years |
GSSSB Staff Nurse Nationality 2026
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Candidates must be a citizen of India.
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Or must fulfill conditions as per Rule-7 of the Gujarat Civil Services Classification and Recruitment (General) Rules, 1967.
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Reservation benefits are generally available only to candidates who are original residents of Gujarat (for reserved categories)
GSSSB Staff Nurse Other Eligibility Conditions 2026
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Candidates must possess good character and suitability for government service.
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Physically handicapped candidates must have a minimum 40% disability and belong to specified benchmark disability categories. Final eligibility is decided by the Medical Board.
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Ex-Servicemen, widows (not remarried), and sports persons may get additional benefits as per rules.
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No person shall be eligible if he/she has been dismissed from government service or has criminal cases pending that make him/her unsuitable.
