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GSSSB Work Assistant Recruitment 2026 – Apply Online for 1663 Class 3 Posts

Gujarat Subordinate Service Selection Board (GSSSB) · Narmada, Water Resources, Water Supply and Kalpsar Department - Central Design Organisation, Gandhinagar

Latest Jobs New Advt. No. 461/202627 Posted Updated
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Last date to apply 12 days left 29 October 2026
Total Vacancies 1,663
Last Date 29 October 2026
Qualification Diploma in Civil Engineering or specifically recognized equivalent; basic computer knowledge; Gujarati or Hindi knowledge
Salary ₹26,000 per month fixed for the first five years; subsequently eligible for Level 4 (₹25,500–₹81,100) subject to conditions

Overview

Gujarat Subordinate Service Selection Board (GSSSB) has published a recruitment notification for GSSSB Work Assistant Recruitment 2026 – Apply Online for 1663 Class 3 Posts (Advt. No. 461/202627). This recruitment covers 1,663 posts.

Applications run from 15 October 2026 to 29 October 2026.

Organisation
Gujarat Subordinate Service Selection Board (GSSSB)
Department
Narmada, Water Resources, Water Supply and Kalpsar Department - Central Design Organisation, Gandhinagar
Advertisement No.
461/202627
Total Vacancies
1,663
Job Category
State Government Jobs

Important Dates

EventDateStatus
Application Start Date15 October 2026✓ Done
Application Last Date29 October 2026Next
Last Date for Fee Payment01 November 2026Upcoming
EventDate and Time–

Vacancy Details

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.

CategoryVacancies
Unreserved703
EWS160
SEBC443
SC115
ST242
Total1,663

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.

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.

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.

Eligibility Criteria

Age Limit

  • 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.

Application Fee

CategoryFee
CategoryFee
Unreserved category₹500
All women; SEBC, SC, ST, EWS, PwD and ex-servicemen candidates₹400
Fee refundCandidates 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.

Salary / 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 .

Selection Process

  1. Exam Part Subjects Questions / Marks
  2. Part A Reasoning and data interpretation (30); quantitative aptitude (30); Constitution, current affairs, Gujarati and English comprehension (30) 90 / 90
  3. Part B Civil Engineering and related technical subjects 120 / 120
  4. Total Duration: 3 hours 210 / 210

How to Apply

  1. Visit ojas.gujarat.gov.in and complete OTR (One Time Registration) if not already registered.
  2. Under Online Application → Apply, select GSSSB and Advertisement No. 461/202627 for Work Assistant, Class 3.
  3. Choose Apply Now, enter the OTR registration number and date of birth, and proceed with Apply with OTR.
  4. 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.
  5. Complete educational details and the declaration. Save the form and record the application number.
  6. Upload the prescribed photograph and signature. Follow the notification's file-format, dimension, date and size instructions.
  7. Review the application carefully and use Confirm Application. The notification states changes are not possible after confirmation.
  8. Pay the prescribed fee online by the separate fee deadline, download the payment receipt and retain the confirmed application.
  9. 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.

Verify before applying. This website is an information portal and is not affiliated with any government organisation. In case of any difference, the official notification is final.

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GSSSB Work Assistant Recruitment 2026 - Apply Online for 1663 Class 3 Posts: Eligibility, dates and application steps

GSSSB Work Assistant Recruitment 2026 - Apply Online for 1663 Class 3 Posts. Check the recruitment notification for post-wise vacancies, qualifications, age rules and selection stages. Compare the application deadline with fee-payment and correction dates. Use the official application portal and retain your submission acknowledgement.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many vacancies are available for GSSSB Work Assistant 2026?

The official notification advertises 1,663 Work Assistant, Class 3 vacancies.

What is the last date to apply?

Online applications close on 29 October 2026 at 11:59 PM. The fee-payment deadline is 1 November 2026 at 11:59 PM.

Can a B.E. or B.Tech Civil Engineering graduate apply?

The notification explicitly states that holders of a Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering are not eligible. Candidates should review the exact notified qualification requirements before submitting an application.

What is the GSSSB Work Assistant salary?

The initial fixed monthly remuneration is ₹26,000 for the first five years, with eligibility for Level 4 (₹25,500–₹81,100) afterwards, subject to conditions.

Will the examination fee be refunded?

Yes, examination attendees are eligible for a refund as specified in the notification; absentees and candidates whose applications are rejected are not eligible.

What is the exam pattern?

The single-stage MCQ examination has 210 questions for 210 marks over three hours, divided into Part A (90 marks) and Part B (120 marks), with one-fourth negative marking.

Is there negative marking in the GSSSB Work Assistant examination?

Yes, 1/4th (0.25) marks will be deducted for every incorrect answer.

Where can I apply for the GSSSB Work Assistant post?

Candidates can apply online through the official OJAS website at https://ojas.gujarat.gov.in.

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