The Gujarat Public Service Commission (GPSC) has invited online applications for various posts under Advertisement Nos. 42/2026-27 to 56/2026-27. The online application process will begin on 24 September 2026 at 1:00 PM and continue until 8 October 2026 at 11:59 PM.
The recruitment includes posts in Marine Engineering, Port Administration, Traffic and Safety, Naval Architecture, Food Science, Architecture and Horticulture. A total of 26 vacancies are indicated across the 15 advertisements listed in the notice.
GPSC has stated that the detailed information regarding age, age relaxation, educational qualification, experience, pay scale, application fee, application procedure, recruitment rules and examination rules will be available on the Commission's official websites.
Official Notification PDF: GPSC Marine Engineer, Manager and More Recruitment 2026
GPSC Recruitment 2026 - Overview
| Particular | Details |
|---|---|
| Organization | Gujarat Public Service Commission (GPSC) |
| Advertisement Nos. | 42/2026-27 to 56/2026-27 |
| Total Vacancies | 26 Posts |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Application Start Date | 24 September 2026 at 1:00 PM |
| Last Date to Apply | 8 October 2026 at 11:59 PM |
| Official Website | gpsc.gujarat.gov.in |
| Online Application Portal | gpsc-ojas.gujarat.gov.in |
GPSC Vacancy 2026 - Post-Wise Details
| Advt. No. | Post Name | Vacancies | Category | Primary Test Date | Qualification | Experience |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 42/2026-27 | Marine Engineer, Class-I (PwD Special Recruitment Drive) | 1 | PwD | 13 December 2026 | B.E./Tech. (Mechanical/Marine) | 5 Years |
| 43/2026-27 | Engineer Surveyor, Class-I (PwD Special Recruitment Drive) | 1 | PwD | 13 December 2026 | B.E./Tech. (Mechanical/Marine) | 8 Years |
| 44/2026-27 | Port Officer (FGM), Nautical Officer, Additional Port Officer (FGM), Class-I (PwD Special Recruitment Drive) | 1 | PwD | 13 December 2026 | As per detailed advertisement | 8 Years |
| 45/2026-27 | Assistant Port Officer, Class-II (PwD Special Recruitment Drive) | 1 | PwD | 13 December 2026 | As per detailed advertisement | 2 Years |
| 46/2026-27 | Traffic Officer (Communication Officer), Class-II (PwD Special Recruitment Drive) | 1 | PwD | 13 December 2026 | As per detailed advertisement | 2 Years |
| 47/2026-27 | Safety Officer, Class-II (PwD Special Recruitment Drive) | 1 | PwD | 13 December 2026 | As per detailed advertisement | 3 Years |
| 48/2026-27 | Dredging-cum-Marine Engineer, Class-I | 1 | General | 13 December 2026 | B.E./Tech. (Mechanical/Marine) | 5 Years |
| 49/2026-27 | Port Officer (FGM), Nautical Officer, Additional Port Officer (FGM), Class-I | 3 | General | 13 December 2026 | As per detailed advertisement | 8 Years |
| 50/2026-27 | Pilot Officer (FGM), Class-I | 4 | General | 13 December 2026 | As per detailed advertisement | 6 Years |
| 51/2026-27 | Naval Architect, Class-I | 1 | General | 13 December 2026 | As per detailed advertisement | 7 Years |
| 52/2026-27 | Assistant Port Officer, Class-II | 7 | General | 13 December 2026 | As per detailed advertisement | 2 Years |
| 53/2026-27 | Manager Grade-I, Class-II (PwD Special Recruitment Drive - Fourth Cycle) | 1 | PwD | 13 December 2026 | Diploma/Degree in Hotel Management | 2 Years |
| 54/2026-27 | Assistant Director (FS), Class-II (PwD Special Recruitment Drive - Third Cycle) | 1 | PwD | 13 December 2026 | Bachelor's/Post Graduate | 5 Years |
| 55/2026-27 | Junior Architect, Class-II (PwD Special Recruitment Drive - Third Cycle) | 1 | PwD | 13 December 2026 | Diploma/B.E. Architecture | 3 Years |
| 56/2026-27 | Joint Horticulture Director, Class-I (PwD Special Recruitment Drive - Second Cycle) | 1 | PwD | 13 December 2026 | Post Graduate/Ph.D. | 8/5 Years |
| Total | 15 Advertisements | 26 | - | - | - | - |
GPSC Recruitment 2026 - Application Dates
The same online application window applies to Advertisement Nos. 42/2026-27 to 56/2026-27.
| Event | Date and Time |
|---|---|
| Online Application Starts | 24 September 2026 at 1:00 PM |
| Online Application Ends | 8 October 2026 at 11:59 PM |
| Post Office Fee Payment Deadline for Unreserved Candidates | 9 October 2026 during office hours |
GPSC Recruitment 2026 - Advertisement-Wise Information
Advertisement No. 42/2026-27
GPSC has announced 1 vacancy for Marine Engineer, Class-I under a special recruitment drive for persons with disabilities. The indicative qualification is B.E./B.Tech. in Mechanical or Marine Engineering, with 5 years of experience. The primary test is scheduled for 13 December 2026.
Advertisement No. 43/2026-27
There is 1 vacancy for Engineer Surveyor, Class-I under the PwD special recruitment drive. The indicative qualification is B.E./B.Tech. in Mechanical or Marine Engineering, with 8 years of experience. The primary test is scheduled for 13 December 2026.
Advertisement No. 44/2026-27
GPSC has notified 1 vacancy for Port Officer (FGM), Nautical Officer, Additional Port Officer (FGM), Class-I under the PwD special recruitment drive. Qualification is as per the detailed advertisement and 8 years of experience is indicated in the notice.
Advertisement No. 45/2026-27
There is 1 vacancy for Assistant Port Officer, Class-II under the PwD special recruitment drive. The qualification is as per the detailed advertisement and 2 years of experience is indicated.
Advertisement No. 46/2026-27
GPSC has announced 1 vacancy for Traffic Officer (Communication Officer), Class-II under the PwD special recruitment drive. The qualification is as per the detailed advertisement, with 2 years of experience indicated.
Advertisement No. 47/2026-27
There is 1 vacancy for Safety Officer, Class-II under the PwD special recruitment drive. Qualification is as per the detailed advertisement and 3 years of experience is indicated.
Advertisement No. 48/2026-27
GPSC has announced 1 vacancy for Dredging-cum-Marine Engineer, Class-I. The indicative qualification is B.E./B.Tech. in Mechanical or Marine Engineering, with 5 years of experience.
Advertisement No. 49/2026-27
A total of 3 vacancies are available for Port Officer (FGM), Nautical Officer, Additional Port Officer (FGM), Class-I. The qualification is as per the detailed advertisement and 8 years of experience is indicated.
Advertisement No. 50/2026-27
GPSC has notified 4 vacancies for Pilot Officer (FGM), Class-I. Qualification is as per the detailed advertisement and 6 years of experience is indicated.
Advertisement No. 51/2026-27
There is 1 vacancy for Naval Architect, Class-I. Qualification is as per the detailed advertisement and 7 years of experience is indicated.
Advertisement No. 52/2026-27
GPSC has announced 7 vacancies for Assistant Port Officer, Class-II. The indicative qualification is as per the detailed advertisement and 2 years of experience is indicated.
Advertisement No. 53/2026-27
There is 1 vacancy for Manager Grade-I, Class-II under the fourth cycle of the PwD special recruitment drive. The indicative qualification is a Diploma/Degree in Hotel Management, with 2 years of experience.
Advertisement No. 54/2026-27
GPSC has notified 1 vacancy for Assistant Director (FS), Class-II under the third cycle of the PwD special recruitment drive. The indicative qualification is a Bachelor's/Post Graduate qualification, with 5 years of experience.
Advertisement No. 55/2026-27
There is 1 vacancy for Junior Architect, Class-II under the third cycle of the PwD special recruitment drive. The indicative qualification is a Diploma/B.E. in Architecture, with 3 years of experience.
Advertisement No. 56/2026-27
GPSC has announced 1 vacancy for Joint Horticulture Director, Class-I under the second cycle of the PwD special recruitment drive. The indicative qualification is Post Graduate/Ph.D., with 8/5 years of experience as indicated in the notice.
GPSC Recruitment 2026 Primary Test Dates
The indicative notice lists 13 December 2026 as the proposed primary test date for Advertisement Nos. 42/2026-27 to 52/2026-27. The same date is also shown for Advertisement Nos. 53/2026-27 to 56/2026-27.
| Advertisement Nos. | Primary Test Date |
|---|---|
| 42/2026-27 to 56/2026-27 | 13 December 2026 |
The notice identifies these as suggested/proposed dates. Candidates should check the detailed advertisement and subsequent GPSC notices for the final examination schedule.
GPSC Recruitment 2026 Educational Qualification
The qualification varies according to the post. The indicative notice specifically mentions the following qualifications:
| Post/Advertisement | Indicative Qualification |
|---|---|
| Marine Engineer, Class-I | B.E./B.Tech. in Mechanical/Marine Engineering |
| Engineer Surveyor, Class-I | B.E./B.Tech. in Mechanical/Marine Engineering |
| Dredging-cum-Marine Engineer, Class-I | B.E./B.Tech. in Mechanical/Marine Engineering |
| Manager Grade-I, Class-II | Diploma/Degree in Hotel Management |
| Assistant Director (FS), Class-II | Bachelor's/Post Graduate |
| Junior Architect, Class-II | Diploma/B.E. Architecture |
| Joint Horticulture Director, Class-I | Post Graduate/Ph.D. |
| Other Posts | As prescribed in the respective detailed advertisement |
The qualification information in this notice is provided only as a brief indication for candidates. Applicants must check the respective detailed advertisement for the complete qualification requirements.
GPSC Recruitment Experience Requirement
The indicative notice specifies different experience requirements depending on the post. The experience mentioned ranges from 2 years to 8 years for the posts listed in the notification.
| Advertisement No. | Indicative Experience |
|---|---|
| 42/2026-27 | 5 Years |
| 43/2026-27 | 8 Years |
| 44/2026-27 | 8 Years |
| 45/2026-27 | 2 Years |
| 46/2026-27 | 2 Years |
| 47/2026-27 | 3 Years |
| 48/2026-27 | 5 Years |
| 49/2026-27 | 8 Years |
| 50/2026-27 | 6 Years |
| 51/2026-27 | 7 Years |
| 52/2026-27 | 2 Years |
| 53/2026-27 | 2 Years |
| 54/2026-27 | 5 Years |
| 55/2026-27 | 3 Years |
| 56/2026-27 | 8/5 Years |
GPSC Recruitment 2026 Age Limit and Salary
The indicative notice does not provide the complete age limit, age relaxation or pay scale for these posts. GPSC has specifically directed candidates to refer to the respective detailed advertisements for these details.
Candidates should therefore check the detailed notification for the applicable minimum and maximum age, category-wise age relaxation and pay scale before applying.
GPSC Recruitment 2026 Application Fee
The indicative notice does not provide the complete application fee details for each advertisement. It states that candidates should refer to the detailed advertisements and the GPSC website for the applicable fee and payment procedure.
For unreserved category candidates, the notice states that the application fee can be paid through a post office challan up to 9 October 2026 during post office working hours. The fee can also be paid online through the GPSC OJAS portal up to the specified time.
How to Apply for GPSC Recruitment 2026
Eligible candidates must submit their applications online through the GPSC OJAS portal.
- Visit the GPSC OJAS website.
- Read the relevant detailed advertisement carefully.
- Select the advertisement number and post for which you wish to apply.
- Enter all required details in the online application form.
- Upload your photograph and signature as required.
- Carefully verify the information entered in the application.
- Confirm the application after checking all details.
- Complete the applicable fee payment process.
- Obtain the Confirmation Number within the prescribed period.
- Download and save a copy of the confirmed application form.
Important Instructions for GPSC Applicants
- Candidates should read the advertisement number and post name carefully before applying.
- Only one application should be submitted for a particular advertisement.
- All information should be checked carefully before confirming the application.
- The online application remains editable until the last date and time of the relevant advertisement.
- If an error is noticed after confirmation, candidates can use the Edit option within the permitted period instead of submitting a new application.
- No changes will be permitted after the online application period ends.
- Candidates should download and save the confirmed application form.
- If more than one application is submitted, the last confirmed application will be considered valid subject to the fee conditions specified by GPSC.
- Candidates who become eligible for an interview must keep all required certificates ready and produce them during the interview.
Documents Required for GPSC Recruitment
Candidates should keep the required documents ready if they are called for an interview or subsequent stage.
For proof of age, GPSC specifically states that candidates must produce the SSCE Certificate showing the date of birth. Other documents will not be accepted as proof of age for this purpose.
Candidates claiming Socially and Educationally Backward Class (SEBC) benefits must produce the prescribed Non-Creamy Layer Certificate in the format specified by GPSC.
EWS candidates must produce the EWS certificate prescribed by the Gujarat Government's Social Justice and Empowerment Department under the applicable Government resolution.
