GSSSB Work Assistant Recruitment 2026 - Quick Overview
| Recruiting Body | Gujarat Subordinate Service Selection Board (GSSSB) |
|---|---|
| Advertisement No. | 461/202627 |
| Post Name | Work Assistant, Class 3 |
| Total Vacancies | 1,663 |
| Qualification | Diploma in Civil Engineering or specifically recognized equivalent; basic computer knowledge; Gujarati or Hindi knowledge |
| Age Limit | 18–33 years as of 29 October 2026 (relaxations apply) |
| Salary | ₹26,000 per month fixed for the first five years; subsequently eligible for Level 4 (₹25,500–₹81,100) subject to conditions |
| Apply Mode | Online through OJAS |
| Start Date | 15 October 2026, 7:00 PM |
| Last Date to Apply | 29 October 2026, 11:59 PM |
| Last Date to Pay Fee | 1 November 2026, 11:59 PM |
| Selection | MCQ competitive examination (CBRT/OMR), merit and document verification |
| Department | Narmada, Water Resources, Water Supply and Kalpsar Department - Central Design Organisation, Gandhinagar |
Important eligibility warning: The notification explicitly states that candidates holding a Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering are not eligible. Only the specified Civil Engineering diploma or a department-recognized equivalent qualification is accepted. Candidates must also satisfy the other notified conditions.
Important Dates
| Event | Date and Time |
|---|---|
| Online applications open | 15 October 2026, 7:00 PM |
| Last date to submit online application | 29 October 2026, 11:59 PM |
| Last date for online examination-fee payment | 1 November 2026, 11:59 PM |
Important Links
| Apply Online / OTR Registration | OJAS Gujarat Application Portal |
|---|---|
| Official Recruitment Updates and Notification | Download Here - Advertisement No. 461/202627 |
GSSSB Work Assistant Vacancy Details 2026
GSSSB has advertised 1,663 posts. Category-wise counts are shown below; women, PwD and ex-servicemen figures are reservations within the overall vacancies and should not be added to the total.
| Category | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Unreserved | 703 |
| EWS | 160 |
| SEBC | 443 |
| SC | 115 |
| ST | 242 |
| Total | 1,663 |
Of these posts, the notification identifies category-wise reservations for women (232 unreserved, 53 EWS, 146 SEBC, 38 SC, 80 ST), as well as 113 PwD and 166 ex-servicemen reserved vacancies. Refer to the official notification for disability-category suitability and full reservation conditions.
Eligibility Criteria
Educational Qualification
Applicants must have a Diploma in Civil Engineering issued by an eligible institution, or one of the explicitly recognized equivalent diploma qualifications. They must have basic knowledge of computer applications and adequate knowledge of Gujarati or Hindi or both.
Important: A Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering does not meet the stated eligibility requirement. The notification specifically excludes Civil Engineering degree holders.
Recognized equivalent diploma qualifications include the following as listed by the department:
- Diploma in Civil (Construction)
- Diploma in Civil (Public Health and Environment) Engineering
- Diploma in Civil Engineering (Environment and Pollution Control)
- Diploma in Civil Engineering (Environmental and Pollution Control)
- Diploma in Construction Technology
- Diploma in Civil Engineering (Environmental Engineering)
- Diploma in Civil Engineering (Public Health Engineering)
- Diploma in Civil Engineering (Rural Engineering)
- Diploma in Civil Engineering Environment and Pollution Control
- Diploma in Civil Environmental Engineering
- Diploma in Civil Engineering (Construction Technology)
- Diploma in Construction Engineering
- Diploma in Civil Technology
- Diploma in Civil and Environmental Engineering
- Diploma in Civil and Rural Engineering
- Diploma in Civil Draftsman
- Diploma in Civil Engineering
- Diploma in Civil Engineering and Planning
- Diploma in Civil Engineering (Building Service Engineering)
- Diploma in Construction Technology and Management
- Diploma in Quantity Surveying and Construction Management
- Diploma in Survey Engineering
- Diploma in Transportation Engineering
Computer certificate note: The notification permits candidates without the required basic computer knowledge certificate to apply, but they must submit the necessary proof before appointment. Eligibility is assessed with reference to 29 October 2026.
Age Limit (29 October 2026)
| Category | Upper Age Limit |
|---|---|
| General / Unreserved male | 33 years |
| General / Unreserved female | 38 years |
| Reserved-category male | 38 years |
| Reserved-category female | 43 years |
| Eligible PwD candidates | Relaxations applicable, subject to notified category rules and overall caps (up to 43/45 years in relevant cases) |
| Ex-servicemen | Service period plus 3 years' relaxation, subject to rules |
Minimum age is 18 years. Reservation benefits are subject to the applicable domicile, certificate and category requirements explained in the notification.
Salary and Pay Scale
Appointed candidates will receive ₹26,000 per month fixed remuneration for the first five years. Subject to the service conditions and satisfactory service, they may subsequently become eligible for the 7th Pay Commission Level 4 pay scale of ₹25,500–₹81,100. The official advertisement notes applicable government resolutions and legal conditions.
Application Fee and Refund Rules
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| Unreserved category | ₹500 |
| All women; SEBC, SC, ST, EWS, PwD and ex-servicemen candidates | ₹400 |
Pay online by 1 November 2026 at 11:59 PM through the OJAS portal. Permitted payment methods include debit card, internet banking, UPI and wallets; transaction charges may apply.
Fee refund: Candidates who appear in the examination are eligible for a refund of the examination fee paid, as per the notification. Candidates who do not appear are not eligible for a refund. If the application is rejected, the fee is also not refundable. Keep the payment receipt safely.
Selection Process and Examination Pattern
Selection involves a single-stage objective competitive examination using CBRT/OMR, followed by preparation of a merit list and certificate verification as per the notification.
| Exam Part | Subjects | Questions / Marks |
|---|---|---|
| Part A | Reasoning and data interpretation (30); quantitative aptitude (30); Constitution, current affairs, Gujarati and English comprehension (30) | 90 / 90 |
| Part B | Civil Engineering and related technical subjects | 120 / 120 |
| Total | Duration: 3 hours | 210 / 210 |
Negative marking: One-fourth of the marks assigned to a question will be deducted for an incorrect answer. Candidates must secure at least 40% separately in Part A and Part B; the notification does not allow the minimum qualifying standard to fall below 40% for any category.
Technical Syllabus - Part B
Subjects include irrigation engineering, water resource management, surveying and advanced surveying, soil mechanics, concrete technology, estimation/costing/valuation, hydrology and advanced hydrology, hydraulics, engineering mechanics, structural mechanics, RCC design, and construction materials, advanced construction technology and quality control. Read the notification's final pages for the complete topic-wise syllabus.
How to Apply Online
- Visit ojas.gujarat.gov.in and complete OTR (One Time Registration) if not already registered.
- Under Online Application → Apply, select GSSSB and Advertisement No. 461/202627 for Work Assistant, Class 3.
- Choose Apply Now, enter the OTR registration number and date of birth, and proceed with Apply with OTR.
- Review prefilled personal details, enter SSC information, bank account and IFSC details for the potential fee refund, and upload the bank passbook image as required.
- Complete educational details and the declaration. Save the form and record the application number.
- Upload the prescribed photograph and signature. Follow the notification's file-format, dimension, date and size instructions.
- Review the application carefully and use Confirm Application. The notification states changes are not possible after confirmation.
- Pay the prescribed fee online by the separate fee deadline, download the payment receipt and retain the confirmed application.
Before you confirm: Check your name, date of birth, category, diploma qualification and bank information against the original documents. The advertisement warns that discrepancies may result in cancellation.
Documents and Information to Keep Ready
- OTR registration details and mobile/email details
- SSC marksheet and required education certificates
- Diploma marksheets/certificate and any equivalent-qualification proof
- Proof of age and identity
- Category, EWS, non-creamy-layer, PwD, ex-servicemen or other supporting certificates, if applicable
- Bank account details and first page of passbook
- Photograph and signature meeting OJAS specifications
- Payment receipt and confirmed application
