Gujarat Subordinate Service Selection Board (GSSSB), Gandhinagar, has released Advertisement No. 468/202627 for the Gujarat Subordinate Services Class-3 (Group-A and Group-B) Combined Competitive Examination (CCE 2.0).
According to the uploaded recruitment notification, a total of 1237 vacancies are available, including 243 Group-A posts and 694 Group-B posts. The recruitment covers posts such as Sub Registrar, Assistant Tribal Development Officer, Social Welfare Inspector, Office Superintendent, Office Assistant, Head Clerk, Senior Clerk and Junior Clerk.
Eligible candidates are required to submit their applications online through the OJAS Gujarat portal. The notification also prescribes a common preliminary examination for Group-A and Group-B posts, followed by separate main examination patterns for the two groups.
Official Notification PDF: GSSSB CCE 2.0 Recruitment 2026
GSSSB CCE 2.0 Recruitment 2026 - Overview
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Organization | Gujarat Subordinate Service Selection Board (GSSSB) |
| Examination | Gujarat Subordinate Services Class-3 Combined Competitive Examination |
| Recruitment | CCE 2.0 |
| Advertisement No. | 468/202627 |
| Total Vacancies | 1237 |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Application Portal | OJAS Gujarat |
| Job Location | Gujarat |
| Selection Process | Primary Examination and Main Examination |
GSSSB CCE 2.0 Vacancy 2026
The notification divides the vacancies into Group-A and Group-B. Group-A contains multiple Class-3 cadres, while Group-B includes the Junior Clerk cadre.
Group-A Vacancy Details
| Post | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Sub Registrar, Grade-1 | 09 |
| Sub Registrar, Grade-2 | 15 |
| Assistant Tribal Development Officer | 50 |
| Social Welfare Inspector | 89 |
| Office Superintendent | 07 |
| Office Assistant | 15 |
| Head Clerk | 10 |
| Senior Clerk | 51 |
| Total Group-A | 243 |
Group-B Vacancy Details
| Post | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Junior Clerk | 994 |
| Total Group-B | 994 |
GSSSB CCE 2.0 Recruitment 2026 - Educational Qualification
Candidates applying for the notified Group-A and Group-B posts must possess the educational qualification prescribed for the respective cadre.
The recruitment rules require the relevant candidates to possess a Bachelor's Degree from a recognized University. Candidates must also satisfy the prescribed computer knowledge requirement and the language requirement specified under the applicable Gujarat Government recruitment rules.
Applicants should carefully verify the qualification applicable to the particular post before submitting the application.
GSSSB CCE 2.0 Recruitment 2026 - Age Limit
The notification prescribes the applicable age conditions under the Gujarat Government recruitment rules. The general age conditions and category-wise relaxation are detailed in the notification.
The uploaded notice also provides specific relaxations for eligible women candidates, reserved-category candidates, Persons with Disabilities and Ex-Servicemen, subject to the applicable rules.
| Category | Relaxation / Provision |
|---|---|
| General Category Women | 5 years |
| Reserved Category Male Candidates | As per applicable rules |
| Reserved Category Female Candidates | Additional relaxation as prescribed |
| PwD Candidates | As per applicable Government rules |
| Ex-Servicemen | As per applicable Government rules |
GSSSB CCE 2.0 Recruitment 2026 - Salary
The notification provides fixed monthly remuneration for the notified cadres during the initial period of service. The amount varies according to the post.
| Post | Fixed Monthly Remuneration |
|---|---|
| Sub Registrar, Grade-1 | ₹46,600 |
| Sub Registrar, Grade-2 | ₹40,600 |
| Assistant Tribal Development Officer | ₹46,600 |
| Social Welfare Inspector | ₹40,600 |
| Office Superintendent | ₹40,600 |
| Office Assistant | ₹40,600 |
| Head Clerk | ₹40,600 |
| Senior Clerk | ₹40,600 |
| Junior Clerk | ₹26,000 |
The post-wise fixed-pay details are given in the notification's salary section.
GSSSB CCE 2.0 Recruitment 2026 - Selection Process
The recruitment follows a two-stage examination process:
- Primary Examination
- Main Examination
The primary examination is common for candidates applying for Group-A and Group-B posts. Candidates who qualify according to the prescribed standard are considered for the respective main examination.
GSSSB CCE 2.0 Primary Examination Pattern
The primary examination is an objective-type screening examination carrying 150 marks.
| Subject | Marks |
|---|---|
| English | 15 |
| Gujarati | 15 |
| General Awareness and Current Affairs | 30 |
| Quantitative Aptitude | 30 |
| Reasoning | 60 |
| Total | 150 |
The examination duration is 120 minutes. The notification also specifies negative marking of 0.25 mark for each incorrect answer.
GSSSB CCE 2.0 Main Examination - Group-A
The Group-A main examination is descriptive in nature and consists of three papers.
| 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 |
The detailed Group-A main examination syllabus is provided in Appendix-H of the notification.
GSSSB CCE 2.0 Main Examination - Group-B
The Group-B main examination consists of an objective-type paper carrying 200 marks, with a duration of 120 minutes.
| Subject / Topic | Marks |
|---|---|
| Indian State System and Constitution | 20 |
| Indian Economy, State Economy, NITI Aayog | 20 |
| Public Administration and Governance | 20 |
| Discipline and Ethics in Public Service | 10 |
| Information on Various Government Schemes | 30 |
| Regional, National and International Important 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 |
The Group-B main examination syllabus is given in Appendix-G of the notification.
GSSSB CCE 2.0 Main Examination - Group-A Syllabus
Gujarati Language Skill
The Gujarati paper is descriptive and includes essay writing, précis writing, comprehension, translation, grammar, vocabulary, letter writing and other language skills.
English Language Skill
The English paper includes essay writing, letter writing, report writing, information/graph-based writing, formal speech, précis, reading comprehension, grammar and translation.
The English grammar portion covers topics such as tense, voice, narration, transformation of sentences, articles and determiners, prepositions, phrasal verbs, idiomatic expressions, administrative vocabulary, synonyms and antonyms, one-word substitution, cohesive devices, affixes and commonly confused words.
General Studies
The 150-mark General Studies paper covers areas including:
- History of India
- Cultural Heritage
- Geography
- Science and Technology
- Regional, National and International Events
- Indian State System and Constitution
- Public Administration and Governance
- Discipline in Public Service
- Indian Economy and Planning
The detailed syllabus in the notification includes Indian history, Gujarat history, cultural heritage, geography, science and technology, constitutional provisions, governance, ethics, economy, planning, infrastructure and related topics.
GSSSB CCE 2.0 Recruitment 2026 - Qualifying Standard
The notification prescribes a minimum qualifying standard for the examination stages. Candidates must meet the required qualifying percentage in the applicable examination/paper to remain eligible for further selection.
The primary examination is used for screening candidates for the main examination. The detailed provisions relating to the qualifying standard and selection procedure are contained in the notification.
GSSSB CCE 2.0 Recruitment 2026 - Examination Fee
| Category | Primary Examination Fee |
|---|---|
| Unreserved Category | ₹500 |
| Women / Reserved / PwD / Ex-Servicemen and other eligible concession categories | ₹400 |
The notification states that the examination fee will be refunded to candidates who appear in the examination. The fee is to be paid online through the prescribed OJAS payment facility.
GSSSB CCE 2.0 Recruitment 2026 - How to Apply Online?
Eligible candidates have to submit their applications through the OJAS Gujarat portal.
- Visit the OJAS Gujarat website.
- Complete One Time Registration (OTR), if not already registered.
- Log in and open the Online Application section.
- Select GSSSB as the recruiting organization.
- Select Advertisement No. 468/202627.
- Read the advertisement and eligibility conditions carefully.
- Click on the Apply Now option.
- Enter the required personal, educational and category details.
- Upload the photograph and signature in the prescribed format.
- Review all details carefully.
- Submit/confirm the application.
- Note the generated Application/Confirmation Number.
- Pay the applicable examination fee online.
- Download and print the final application form and payment receipt.
The notification specifically instructs candidates to complete the application carefully because incorrect details can lead to rejection. Candidates should retain their confirmation number throughout the recruitment process.
Documents Required
Candidates should keep the following documents and information ready while completing the application:
- Educational qualification certificates
- Age/date-of-birth proof
- Category certificate, where applicable
- EWS certificate, where applicable
- PwD certificate, where applicable
- Ex-Serviceman documents, where applicable
- Photograph
- Signature
- Computer qualification/certificate, wherever applicable
- Other certificates required to establish eligibility
Candidates working in Government, Semi-Government or Government undertakings may also be required to produce a No Objection Certificate (NOC) according to the conditions mentioned in the notification.
GSSSB CCE 2.0 Recruitment 2026 - Important Instructions
- Read the complete advertisement before submitting the application.
- Complete OTR before applying, where required.
- Enter personal details exactly as required in the application form.
- Ensure that the educational and category certificates support the claims made in the application.
- Upload the photograph and signature in the prescribed format.
- Keep the Application/Confirmation Number safely for future use.
- Pay the examination fee through the online payment facility.
- Save the online payment receipt.
- Download and retain a copy of the final application.
- Regularly check the GSSSB website for examination notices, call letters and other updates.
- Candidates must follow the examination instructions issued by the Board.
GSSSB CCE 2.0 Recruitment 2026 - Important Dates
Important source note: The uploaded 38-page PDF prints the application dates as 03 November 2026 to 30 November 2026 and the fee-payment deadline as 02 December 2026. These dates appear inconsistent with the advertisement reference 468/202627. The dates below therefore reproduce what is printed in the uploaded notice rather than silently changing them.
| Event | Date as Printed in Uploaded Notice |
|---|---|
| Online Application Start | 03 November 2026, 2:00 PM |
| Online Application Last Date | 30 November 2026, 11:59 PM |
| Online Fee Payment Last Date | 02 December 2026, 11:59 PM |
