Gujarat Gaun Seva Pasandgi Mandal (GSSSB), Gandhinagar has issued an official advertisement No. 377/202526 for GSSSB Staff Nurse (Ayurveda) Class-3 Recruitment 2026 to fill posts under the Directorate of Ayush, Health and Family Welfare Department, Government of Gujarat through direct recruitment via competitive examination.
The recruitment drive announces a total of 90 vacancies for Staff Nurse (Ayurveda), Class-3 with detailed category-wise reservation for Unreserved (General), EWS, SEBC, SC, ST, Women, Ex-Servicemen and Divyang (PwD) candidates as per Gujarat Government rules.
Eligible candidates holding a Diploma in Ayurvedic Nursing (Ayurved Nursing Course Certificate from Gujarat Ayurvedic Nursing Faculty) can submit their GSSSB Staff Nurse Ayurveda Recruitment 2026 online application through the OJAS portal (https://ojas.gujarat.gov.in) with the prescribed examination fee.
GSSSB Staff Nurse (Ayurveda) Recruitment 2026 Notification PDF
Notification for GSSSB Staff Nurse (Ayurveda) Class-3 Recruitment 2026 (Advertisement No. 377/202526) is available on the official GSSSB and OJAS websites. Candidates should download and thoroughly read the official advertisement to check vacancy details, eligibility criteria, age limit, reservation rules, exam pattern and detailed instructions for filling the online application form.
| Document | Download Link |
|---|---|
| GSSSB Staff Nurse Ayurveda Recruitment 2026 Official Notification | Download Notification PDF |
GSSSB Staff Nurse (Ayurveda) Recruitment 2026 - Overview
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Recruitment Name | GSSSB Staff Nurse (Ayurveda) Class-3 Recruitment 2026 |
| Advertisement No. | 377/202526 |
| Department | Directorate of Ayush, Health and Family Welfare Department, Govt. of Gujarat |
| Post Name | Staff Nurse (Ayurveda), Class-3 |
| Total Vacancies | 90 posts |
| Pay Scale | Fixed pay of Rs. 40,800/- per month for initial 5 years; thereafter 7th Pay Commission Level-5 Rs. 29,200–92,300/- on regular appointment |
| Essential Qualification | Diploma in Ayurvedic Nursing (Ayurved Nursing Course Certificate from Gujarat Ayurvedic Nursing Faculty) + Basic Computer Knowledge + Gujarati/Hindi language knowledge |
| Age Limit | 18 to 45 years as on 13/04/2026 (with relaxation for reserved categories) |
| Application Mode | Online only through OJAS portal (https://ojas.gujarat.gov.in) |
| Application Fee | Rs. 500/- (Unreserved); Rs. 400/- (Reserved/Women/PwD/Ex-Servicemen) |
| Posting Location | Any office under Directorate of Ayush, Health & Family Welfare Dept., Gujarat |
| Application Start Date | 30 Mar 2026 (2:00 PM) |
| Application End Date | 13 Apr 2026 (11:59 PM) |
| Fee Payment Last Date | 16 Apr 2026 (11:59 PM) |
| Website | https://ojas.gujarat.gov.in / https://gsssb.gujarat.gov.in |
GSSSB Staff Nurse (Ayurveda) Vacancy 2026 Details
A total of 90 vacancies will be filled for Staff Nurse (Ayurveda), Class-3 under GSSSB Recruitment 2026. Check category-wise vacancy details in the table below.
| Category | Total Vacancies | Women Reserved (within category) |
|---|---|---|
| Unreserved (General) | 47 | 15 |
| EWS (Economically Weaker Section) | 09 | 02 |
| SEBC (Socially & Educationally Backward Class) | 15 | 05 |
| SC (Scheduled Caste) | 00 | 00 |
| ST (Scheduled Tribe) | 19 | 06 |
| Ex-Servicemen (horizontal) | 09 | — |
| Total | 90 | — |
Note: PwD (Divyang) reserved vacancies for this cadre are advertised separately under Advertisement No. 399/202526 via Special Recruitment Drive.
GSSSB Staff Nurse (Ayurveda) Recruitment 2026 – Important Dates
| GSSSB Staff Nurse Ayurveda Recruitment 2026 Events | Important Dates |
|---|---|
| Start date for online application | 30 Mar 2026 (2:00 PM) |
| Last date to submit online application | 13 Apr 2026 (11:59 PM) |
| Last date for examination fee payment | 16 Apr 2026 (11:59 PM) |
| Exam date | To be notified on https://gsssb.gujarat.gov.in |
| Call letter download | To be notified on https://gsssb.gujarat.gov.in |
GSSSB Staff Nurse (Ayurveda) Recruitment 2026 Eligibility Criteria
- Educational Qualification: Candidates must possess a Diploma in Ayurvedic Nursing i.e. Ayurved Nursing Course Certificate obtained from Gujarat Ayurvedic Nursing Faculty established by the Government of Gujarat. They must also possess basic computer knowledge as prescribed under Gujarat Civil Services Classification and Recruitment (General) Rules 1967, and adequate knowledge of Gujarati or Hindi or both.
- Registration: The candidate shall be required to get registered with the Gujarat Board of Ayurvedic and Unani System of Medicine at the time of application for direct selection, if not already registered.
- Age Limit: Candidates must be minimum 18 years and maximum 45 years as on 13/04/2026. Age relaxation is available as follows: General category women get 5 years relaxation; Reserved category males get 5 years; Reserved category females get 10 years; General PwD males get 10 years; General PwD females get 15 years; Reserved PwD males get 15 years; Reserved PwD females get 20 years; Ex-Servicemen get relaxation equal to their service period plus 3 additional years — all within the maximum limit of 45 years.
GSSSB Staff Nurse (Ayurveda) Recruitment 2026 Salary
- Selected candidates under GSSSB Staff Nurse (Ayurveda) Class-3 Recruitment 2026 will initially be appointed on a fixed pay of Rs. 40,800/- per month for the first five years along with other admissible allowances as per Government of Gujarat orders.
- Pay Scale Details: After satisfactory completion of five years of service, candidates will be eligible for regular appointment in the 7th Pay Commission pay scale of Rs. 29,200/- to Rs. 92,300/- (Level-5). This is subject to the judgment of Hon'ble Supreme Court in SLP No. 14124/2012 and SLP No. 14125/2012.
GSSSB Staff Nurse (Ayurveda) Recruitment 2026 Application Fees
- As per Gujarat Government norms, the examination fee for GSSSB Staff Nurse (Ayurveda) Recruitment 2026 is Rs. 500/- for Unreserved (General) category candidates and Rs. 400/- for Reserved category candidates (including all category women, SEBC, SC, ST, EWS, PwD and Ex-Servicemen).
- Fee Payment: Candidates must pay the fee online only through the OJAS portal using Debit Card, Internet Banking, UPI or Wallets. Fee must be paid by 16 Apr 2026 (11:59 PM). Candidates must download and keep the fee payment receipt. Applications without fee payment will not be accepted. Fee is refundable only to candidates who appear for the examination.
GSSSB Staff Nurse (Ayurveda) Recruitment 2026 Application Form
The online application process for GSSSB Staff Nurse (Ayurveda) Class-3 Recruitment 2026 will be conducted through the OJAS portal. Eligible candidates must visit https://ojas.gujarat.gov.in, open the link for Advertisement No. 377/202526 and complete their online application between 30 Mar 2026 (2:00 PM) and 13 Apr 2026 (11:59 PM).
Candidates should carefully enter personal details, educational qualifications, category, domicile status and reservation claims as per their original certificates. Upload photograph (5 cm height × 3.6 cm width, white background, within 1 year) and signature (2.5 cm height × 7.5 cm width) in JPG format (max 15 KB each). After confirming the application, save the Confirmation Number and download/print the application form immediately as it cannot be downloaded after the last date.
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GSSSB Staff Nurse (Ayurveda) Recruitment 2026 Selection Process
- The GSSSB Staff Nurse (Ayurveda) Class-3 Recruitment 2026 selection will be conducted through a single-stage competitive written examination followed by certificate verification and merit list preparation.
- Written Examination: A single MCQ-based competitive examination will be conducted in CBRT (Computer Based Response Test) / OMR mode with a total of 210 questions for 210 marks in 3 hours (180 minutes). The paper is divided into two parts — Part-A (90 marks) covering Reasoning & Data Interpretation (30 marks), Quantitative Aptitude (30 marks), Constitution of India & Current Affairs & Comprehension (30 marks); and Part-B (120 marks) covering subject-specific questions related to Ayurvedic Nursing qualifications. Minimum qualifying standard is 40% in both Part-A and Part-B separately for all categories. Negative marking of 1/4 marks will be deducted for each wrong answer.
- Merit List & Selection: After the provisional result, candidates who qualify in both parts will be shortlisted for certificate verification at approximately 2x the number of vacancies category-wise. Final selection lists will be prepared based on total marks secured in the competitive examination, with separate category-wise lists and implementation of horizontal reservation for women and ex-servicemen. Widows get an additional 5% marks added to their exam score. Recognized sports persons (National/Inter-University/SGFI level) also get an additional 5% marks added.
How to Apply for GSSSB Staff Nurse (Ayurveda) Recruitment 2026
- Eligible candidates for GSSSB Staff Nurse (Ayurveda) Class-3 Recruitment 2026 must complete the online application through the OJAS portal within the specified dates.
- Step 1 – Visit OJAS Portal: Go to https://ojas.gujarat.gov.in and click on "Online Application" → Apply → Select GSSSB.
- Step 2 – Select Advertisement: Click on Advertisement No. 377/202526 – Staff Nurse (Ayurveda), Class-3 and click "Apply Now." Read all the details carefully before proceeding.
- Step 3 – Fill Personal Details: Enter all personal details (name, date of birth, gender, category, address, mobile number, email ID, marital status, widow/sports/ex-servicemen/PwD status etc.) carefully as per your original certificates. Fields marked with red asterisk (*) are mandatory.
- Step 4 – Fill Educational Details: Enter educational qualification details as per your certificates including Ayurvedic Nursing Diploma, computer knowledge certificate details and other required information.
- Step 5 – Upload Photo & Signature: Upload passport-size photograph (white background, within 1 year, JPG, max 15 KB) and signature (JPG, max 15 KB) in the prescribed dimensions. The same photo must be used throughout the recruitment process.
- Step 6 – Confirm & Pay Fee: Review all entries, confirm the application and note the Confirmation Number. Pay examination fee online (Debit Card/Net Banking/UPI/Wallet) by 16 Apr 2026. Download and save the fee receipt. Print a copy of the application form immediately and keep it safely for certificate verification and further stages.
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