Who Should Apply? (Quick Eligibility Check)
The Gujarat Subordinate Service Selection Board (GSSSB) has officially released the notification for the Combined Competitive Examination (CCE 2.0) under Advertisement No. 468/202627. This recruitment cycle aims to fill 1237 permanent Class-3 posts across various departments under the Gujarat Government. Candidates looking for stable administrative careers can explore all latest Gujarat Government Jobs to find matching opportunities across state departments.
Detailed Vacancy & Eligibility Breakdown
| Group | Posts | Vacancies |
|---|---|---|
| Group-A | Sub Registrar, Assistant Tribal Development Officer, Social Welfare Inspector, Office Superintendent, Office Assistant, Head Clerk and Senior Clerk | 243 |
| Group-B | Junior Clerk | 994 |
| Total | 1,237 |
| S. No. | Post Name | Vacancies |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Sub Registrar, Grade-1 | 6 |
| 2 | Sub Registrar, Grade-2 | 15 |
| 3 | Assistant Tribal Development Officer | 50 |
| 4 | Social Welfare Inspector | 89 |
| 5 | Office Superintendent | 7 |
| 6 | Office Assistant | 15 |
| 7 | Head Clerk | 10 |
| 8 | Senior Clerk | 51 |
| Group-A Total | 243 |
| Post Name | Group | Vacancies |
|---|---|---|
| Junior Clerk | Group-B | 994 |
| Total | 994 |
| Department / Office | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Commissionerate of Youth Services and Cultural Activities | 40 |
| Charity Commissioner | 35 |
| Directorate of Insurance | 1 |
| Commissionerate of Transport | 160 |
| Directorate of Economics and Statistics | 13 |
| Directorate of Archaeology | 4 |
| Directorate of Social Defence | 28 |
| Directorate of Prohibition and Excise | 20 |
| NCC Directorate | 28 |
| Directorate of Tribal Development | 90 |
| Food and Drugs Control Administration | 20 |
| Gujarat Panchayat Service Selection Board | 4 |
| Development Commissioner Office | 1 |
| Cooperative Societies Department | 100 |
| Commissionerate of Schools | 200 |
| Directorate of Food and Civil Supplies | 50 |
| Forest Department | 100 |
| Medical Education and Research Division | 100 |
| Total | 994 |
| Requirement | Details |
|---|---|
| Academic Qualification | Bachelor's Degree from a Recognized University |
| Equivalent Qualification | Government-Recognized Equivalent Qualification |
| Computer Knowledge | Basic Computer Application Knowledge |
| Language | Adequate Knowledge of Gujarati or Hindi or Both |
| Qualification Cut-Off Date | 30 November 2026 |
| Category | Upper-Age Relaxation |
|---|---|
| General Category Women | 5 Years |
| Reserved Category Men | 5 Years |
| Reserved Category Women | 10 Years, Subject to Maximum Age of 45 Years |
| General Category Men with Disabilities | 10 Years, Subject to Maximum Age of 45 Years |
| General Category Women with Disabilities | 15 Years, Subject to Maximum Age of 45 Years |
| Reserved Category Men with Disabilities | 15 Years, Subject to Maximum Age of 45 Years |
| Reserved Category Women with Disabilities | 20 Years, Subject to Maximum Age of 45 Years |
| Ex-Servicemen | Qualifying Service Period Plus 3 Years, Under Applicable Rules |
| Post Name | Fixed Monthly Salary for First 5 Years |
|---|---|
| Sub Registrar, Grade-1 | Rs. 49,600 |
| Sub Registrar, Grade-2 | Rs. 40,800 |
| Assistant Tribal Development Officer | Rs. 49,600 |
| Social Welfare Inspector | Rs. 40,800 |
| Office Superintendent | Rs. 49,600 |
| Office Assistant | Rs. 26,000 |
| Head Clerk | Rs. 40,800 |
| Senior Clerk | Rs. 26,000 |
| Junior Clerk | Rs. 26,000 |
| Subject | Marks |
|---|---|
| English | 15 |
| Gujarati | 15 |
| General Awareness and Current Affairs | 30 |
| Quantitative Aptitude | 30 |
| Reasoning | 60 |
| Total | 150 |
| Exam Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Exam Type | Objective MCQ |
| Total Questions | 150 |
| Total Marks | 150 |
| Duration | 120 Minutes |
| Negative Marking | 0.25 Marks for Each Incorrect Answer |
| Minimum Qualifying Standard | 40% |
| Purpose | Screening for Main Examination |
| Paper | Subject | Marks | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| Paper-I | Gujarati Language Skill | 100 | 3 Hours |
| Paper-II | English Language Skill | 100 | 3 Hours |
| Paper-III | General Studies | 150 | 3 Hours |
| Total | 350 | 9 Hours Across 3 Papers |
| Subject | Marks |
|---|---|
| Indian State System and Constitution | 20 |
| Indian Economy, State Economy and NITI Aayog | 20 |
| Public Administration and Governance | 20 |
| Discipline and Ethics in Public Service | 10 |
| Government Schemes | 30 |
| Regional, National and International Events Including Current Affairs | 30 |
| History and Geography of Gujarat | 20 |
| Cultural Heritage of Gujarat | 10 |
| Gujarati and English | 20 |
| Science, Environment and Information Technology | 20 |
| Total | 200 |
| Particulars | Group-A | Group-B |
|---|---|---|
| Vacancies | 243 | 994 |
| Posts | Sub Registrar, Social Welfare Inspector, Head Clerk, Senior Clerk and Other Notified Posts | Junior Clerk |
| Preliminary Exam | Common 150-Mark Exam | Common 150-Mark Exam |
| Main Exam Type | Descriptive | Objective MCQ |
| Main Exam Marks | 350 | 200 |
| Main Exam Papers | 3 | 1 |
| Initial Fixed Salary | Rs. 26,000 - Rs. 49,600 | Rs. 26,000 |
| Document | Dimensions | Maximum Size | Format |
|---|---|---|---|
| Photograph | 5 cm Height × 3.6 cm Width | 15 KB | JPG |
| Signature | 2.5 cm Height × 7.5 cm Width | 15 KB | JPG |
Aspirants holding a graduation degree who want to secure a government position in Gandhinagar and across districts in Gujarat should review the eligibility criteria carefully. Those tracking previous cycles can also check updates regarding the GSSSB CCE Preliminary Result 2026 Out for Group A & B recruitment details to understand the progression of earlier examinations.
What Posts Are Available? – Post & Discipline Breakdown
The GSSSB CCE 2.0 recruitment offers 1237 vacancies across multiple Group-A and Group-B Class-3 designations. Candidates who meet the educational bar can check more Graduate jobs in Gujarat through the portal. The post-wise vacancy distribution is detailed below:
| Post Designation | Vacancies | Required Qualification |
|---|---|---|
| Sub Registrar, Grade-1 | 6 | Bachelor's Degree or equivalent |
| Sub Registrar, Grade-2 | 15 | Bachelor's Degree or equivalent |
| Assistant Tribal Development Officer | 50 | Bachelor's Degree or equivalent |
| Social Welfare Inspector | 89 | Bachelor's Degree or equivalent |
| Office Superintendent | 7 | Bachelor's Degree or equivalent |
| Office Assistant | 15 | Bachelor's Degree or equivalent |
| Head Clerk | 10 | Bachelor's Degree or equivalent |
| Senior Clerk | 51 | Bachelor's Degree or equivalent |
| Junior Clerk | 994 | Bachelor's Degree or equivalent |
Who Is Eligible? – Education, Age & Domicile
Candidates applying for the GSSSB CCE 2.0 positions must satisfy specific educational, computer proficiency, and language requirements as mandated by the board:
- Educational Qualification: Must possess a Bachelor's Degree or recognized equivalent qualification from a recognized university or institution.
- Additional Skills: Basic computer knowledge and adequate proficiency in Gujarati or Hindi are mandatory.
- Age Limits: Applicants must be between 20 to 35 Years of age as on 30 November 2026.
- Age Relaxations: General Category Women get 5 years relaxation; Reserved Category Men get 5 years; Reserved Category Women get up to 10 years (up to 45 years); General Category Men with Disabilities get 10 years (up to 45 years); General Category Women with Disabilities get 15 years (up to 45 years); Reserved Category Men with Disabilities get 15 years (up to 45 years); Reserved Category Women with Disabilities get 20 years (up to 45 years); Ex-Servicemen receive qualifying service period + 3 years as per government rules.
What Is the Salary & Official Benefits?
Selected candidates appointed through GSSSB CCE 2.0 will receive a fixed monthly salary ranging from Rs. 26,000 to Rs. 49,600 for the first five years, depending on the specific post designation. Upon successful completion of the probation period, regular pay scales and allowances apply as per Gujarat Government norms.
Selection Process & Exam Pattern Breakdown
The selection methodology for GSSSB CCE 2.0 comprises multiple rigorous testing stages designed to evaluate administrative aptitude and core knowledge:
- Stage 1: Preliminary Examination (CBT): Consists of 150 Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs) carrying 150 marks, allotted with a duration of 120 minutes. A negative marking of 0.25 applies for incorrect answers, and candidates must secure a minimum qualifying standard of 40%.
- Stage 2: Main Examination: For Group-A posts, the main exam features 3 descriptive papers totaling 350 marks with 3 hours duration each. For Group-B posts, the main exam consists of objective MCQs carrying 200 marks in 120 minutes.
- Stage 3: Document Verification & Medical Examination: Final shortlisting based on merit and successful verification of credentials.
Important Dates & Schedule Guidance
Candidates must take note of the official recruitment schedule to avoid missing critical deadlines:
- Application Start Date: 5 November 2026
- Last Date to Apply Online: 30 November 2026
- Fee Payment Deadline: 2 December 2026
What Is the Application Fee & Payment Mode?
Application fees vary according to candidate categories. Unreserved category applicants must pay Rs. 500. Women of all categories, SEBC, SC, ST, EWS, PwD, and Ex-Servicemen candidates pay a reduced fee of Rs. 400. Payments must be processed online using Net Banking, Debit Card, Credit Card, or UPI.
How to Apply? (Step-by-Step Walkthrough)
Eligible candidates can submit their applications online through the official state recruitment portal by following these steps:
- Step 1: Visit the OJAS portal at ojas.gujarat.gov.in.
- Step 2: Complete the One Time Registration (OTR) if you are registering for the first time.
- Step 3: Navigate to the GSSSB recruitment section and select Advertisement No. 468/202627.
- Step 4: Fill in personal details, educational qualifications, category, and declaration fields accurately.
- Step 5: Upload scanned copies of your passport-sized photograph and signature according to the specified dimensions and size limits.
- Step 6: Submit the application and pay the required fee online by 2 December 2026.
- Step 7: Download and print the fee receipt and final application form for future verification.
What Can Get Your Application Rejected?
Warning: The board will reject applications that fail to meet technical or eligibility criteria. Ensure your name and date of birth match your 10th standard certificate exactly. Photographs must have a light background, be in JPG format, and remain under 15 KB. Signatures must comply with exact pixel and size restrictions. Incomplete OTR submissions, incorrect category claims, or fee payments completed after the deadline will result in instant disqualification.
Editor's Key Advisory for Candidates
Aspirants are strongly advised to complete their registrations well before the 30 November 2026 deadline to avoid last-minute server congestion on the OJAS portal. Keep scanned documents ready and double-check all category-specific declarations before final confirmation.
