GPSC GWSSB Assistant Engineer 2026 Notification: 212 Civil & Mechanical Posts, Eligibility & Apply Guide
The Gujarat Public Service Commission (GPSC) has released two big notifications — Advt. No. 18/2026-27 (Civil) and Advt. No. 21/2026-27 (Mechanical) — for 212 Assistant Engineer Class-2 posts under the Gujarat Water Supply and Sewerage Board (GWSSB). The split is 175 Civil + 37 Mechanical (30 regular + 7 PwBD Special Recruitment Drive). This is one of the cleanest engineering openings of 2026 in Gujarat Government Jobs for B.E./B.Tech graduates.
The online application window is open from 5 May 2026 (1:00 PM) to 19 May 2026 (11:59 PM) on gpsc-ojas.gujarat.gov.in. Selected candidates start at Pay Matrix Level-8 (Rs. 44,900 – 1,42,400) as GWSSB officers. The Preliminary Test is tentatively scheduled for 26 July 2026 (General Studies) and 30 August 2026 (Engineering Subject). Read on for full eligibility, fees, and step-by-step application guidance. Bookmark GovtJobsAlert.in for every GPSC update.
Key Highlights — GPSC GWSSB AE Recruitment 2026
The Gujarat Water Supply and Sewerage Board (GWSSB) is a key state agency under the Government of Gujarat, responsible for water supply and sewerage infrastructure across the state. Selected Assistant Engineers will be posted at GWSSB establishments statewide. Important to note: AE posts are GWSSB employees, not Gujarat Government employees — the cadre is governed by GWSSB rules.
- Posts: Assistant Engineer (Civil) and Assistant Engineer (Mechanical), Class-2
- Total Vacancies: 212 (Civil — 175; Mechanical — 37)
- Pay Scale: Rs. 44,900 – 1,42,400 (Pay Matrix Level-8)
- Job Location: Gujarat (statewide GWSSB postings)
- Application Start Date: 5 May 2026 (1:00 PM)
- Last Date to Apply: 19 May 2026 (11:59 PM)
Vacancy Breakdown — GPSC GWSSB AE 2026
The Civil and Mechanical posts have separate advertisement numbers and category-wise breakdowns. Important: Mechanical AE includes 7 PwBD posts under a Special Recruitment Drive notified by the GAD Resolution dated 20 November 2024.
| Post | Branch | Vacancies |
|---|---|---|
| Assistant Engineer (Civil) | Civil Engineering | 175 |
| Assistant Engineer (Mechanical) | Mechanical Engineering | 37 |
The Civil 175 posts are split as UR-75, EWS-13, SEBC-49, SC-11, ST-27, with 55 women horizontal and 1 Ex-Servicemen. The Mechanical 37 posts are split as UR-11, SEBC-9, SC-3, ST-7 plus 7 PwBD Special Drive posts (3 Deaf/Hard-of-Hearing + 4 SLD/MI/MD), with 7 women horizontal.
Eligibility Criteria — GPSC GWSSB AE 2026
Educational Qualification
- Assistant Engineer (Civil) — Advt 18: B.E. / B.Tech in Civil Engineering (or B.Tech in Technology — Civil) from a UGC-recognised university or deemed university (Section 3 of UGC Act 1956)
- Assistant Engineer (Mechanical) — Advt 21: B.E. / B.Tech in Mechanical Engineering from a UGC-recognised university or deemed university
In addition, candidates must have:
- Basic knowledge of computer applications (as prescribed in Gujarat Civil Services Classification & Recruitment (General) Rules, 1967)
- Adequate knowledge of Gujarati or Hindi or both — mandatory for Gujarat state postings
If you are an engineering graduate looking for state government jobs, this is one of the best Pay Level-8 openings of the year.
Age Limit (as on 19 May 2026)
- Maximum Age: 35 years (for both Civil and Mechanical posts)
Age Relaxation
| Category | Relaxation (max age) |
|---|---|
| Gujarat SC/ST/SEBC/EWS | 5 years (max 45) |
| Gujarat Reserved Women | 10 years (max 45) |
| Unreserved Women | 5 years (max 45) |
| PwD | 10 years (max 45) |
| Ex-Servicemen / ECO / SCO | Length of military service + 3 years |
Reserved-category candidates applying for unreserved posts get NO age relaxation.
What is the Salary for GPSC GWSSB AE 2026?
Selected candidates start at Pay Matrix Level-8 of the 7th CPC, applicable in the GWSSB service.
- Pay Scale: Rs. 44,900 – 1,42,400
- Starting Basic Pay: Rs. 44,900/month
- Pay Level: Level-8 (7th CPC)
- Service: Gujarat Water Supply and Sewerage Board (GWSSB)
With Dearness Allowance, House Rent Allowance and other GWSSB-applicable allowances, the in-hand monthly salary in the first year is approximately Rs. 60,000 – Rs. 75,000 depending on the posting location.
Note that selected candidates are GWSSB employees, NOT Gujarat State Government employees — the service rules and pension scheme follow GWSSB regulations.
What is the Selection Process for GPSC GWSSB AE 2026?
Selection is a two-stage process — Preliminary Test followed by Personal Interview. The final selection weightage is 50% Prelims + 50% Interview.
Stage 1: Preliminary Test
- Total marks: 300 (Section 1: General Studies — 100 marks / 100 questions; Section 2: Concerned Subject — 200 marks / 200 questions)
- Duration: 180 minutes
- Medium: Gujarati (default)
- Qualifying marks: minimum 15% overall
- Exam centres: Gandhinagar / Ahmedabad (at own expense)
Tentative dates: 26 July 2026 (General Studies) and 30 August 2026 (Engineering Subject — Civil/Mechanical).
Stage 2: Personal Interview
- Total marks: 100
- Held at GPSC Bhavan, Gandhinagar
- Candidates called: 01 vacancy — 10 candidates; 02 — 16; 03 — 18; 04+ — 3x vacancies or 20, whichever is higher
Final Selection
Final merit = (Prelims × 50/300) + (Interview × 50/100) — out of 100 marks. Result is published within 10 working days of interview completion. Aspirants can also explore previous papers to understand the exam pattern.
How to Apply Online for GPSC GWSSB AE 2026?
Keep ready: passport-size photograph (5 cm × 3.6 cm, white background, JPG ≤10 KB), signature (2.5 cm × 7.5 cm, JPG ≤10 KB), 10th certificate (DOB), B.E./B.Tech degree and mark sheets, caste/EWS/PwD/Ex-Servicemen certificates as applicable.
- Visit gpsc-ojas.gujarat.gov.in and complete the One Time Registration (OTR) — mandatory before applying
- Click on Online Application > Apply
- Select Advt. No. 18/2026-27 (Civil) or 21/2026-27 (Mechanical)
- Fill Personal Details, Communication, Education and Language details
- Upload the passport-size photograph and signature within size limits
- Save and note down the Application Number and Confirmation Number
- Pay the fee online (Net Banking / Card) or print the challan and pay at any Post Office by 20 May 2026
- Take a printout of the confirmed application form for record
The application form is editable until 19 May 2026, 11:59 PM. Document upload (post-Prelims) is via gpsc-iass.gujarat.gov.in.
GPSC GWSSB AE 2026 — Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Application Start Date | 5 May 2026 (1:00 PM) |
| Application Last Date | 19 May 2026 (11:59 PM) |
| Fee Last Date (Post Office) | 20 May 2026 |
| Tentative Prelims (General Studies) | 26 July 2026 |
| Tentative Prelims (Engineering Subject) | 30 August 2026 |
GPSC GWSSB AE 2026 — Application Fees
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| General / Unreserved | Rs. 100/- |
| Gujarat SC/ST/SEBC/EWS | No Fee (Exempted) |
| PwBD / Ex-Servicemen | No Fee (Exempted) |
| Reserved Category — Other States | Rs. 100/- |
Payment can be made online (Net Banking / Card) or offline through a printed Post Office challan. The fee is non-refundable under any circumstances.
GPSC GWSSB AE 2026 — Essential Links
- Download Official Notification PDF
- Apply Online for GPSC GWSSB AE 2026
- Visit GPSC Official Website
- Join WhatsApp Channel for Government Jobs
- Join Telegram Channel for Government Jobs
- Join Telegram for Gujarat Govt Jobs
If you are a Civil or Mechanical engineering graduate from Gujarat or any neighbouring state, this is a rare 212-post Pay Level-8 opening that will not repeat soon. Don’t wait until the last day — complete your OTR today and submit before 19 May 2026, 11:59 PM. Stay tuned to GovtJobsAlert.in for more Gujarat Government Jobs and Engineering Govt Jobs updates.