GPSSB Junior Pharmacist 2026: A Stable Pharmacy Career in Gujarat Panchayat Service
The Gujarat Panchayat Service Selection Board (GPSSB) has notified Advertisement No. 07/2026-27 for direct recruitment to the post of Junior Pharmacist (Class-3). A total of 164 vacancies are open across 14 districts of Gujarat under the Panchayat Service. With a fixed monthly pay of ₹40,800 for the first 5 years and absorption into the regular Class-III pay scale on satisfactory completion, this is a strong opening for D.Pharm, B.Pharm and Pharm.D holders looking to enter government healthcare service.
The online application window opened on 29 April 2026 through the OJAS Gujarat portal and closes on 20 May 2026 at 23:59 hrs. If you are a registered (or about-to-register) member of the Gujarat Pharmacy Council, this is one of the cleanest pharmacist openings of the year. In this article on GovtJobsAlert.in, we cover the complete vacancy split, eligibility, pay scale, exam pattern, fees, important dates and the OJAS application process so you can submit a clean, error-free form well before the deadline.
Key Highlights — GPSSB Junior Pharmacist Recruitment 2026
GPSSB conducts direct recruitment to Class-III posts under the Panchayat Service of the Gujarat Government. Junior Pharmacists are posted in district panchayat hospitals, PHCs and CHCs — handling drug dispensing, ward pharmacy, stock management and patient counselling. The selection is single-stage and merit-based.
- Recruiting Body: Gujarat Panchayat Service Selection Board (GPSSB)
- Advertisement No.: 07/2026-27
- Post Name: Junior Pharmacist (Class-3)
- Total Vacancies: 164
- Salary / Pay: ₹40,800 per month (fixed, first 5 years)
- Job Location: 14 districts of Gujarat
- Application Mode: Online via OJAS Gujarat
- Last Date to Apply: 20 May 2026 (23:59 hrs)
This is a focused, high-quality opening for Gujarat government jobs seekers from the pharmacy stream.
Vacancy Breakdown — GPSSB Junior Pharmacist 2026
The 164 vacancies are distributed category-wise as below. Reservation benefits apply only to Gujarat-origin candidates. Horizontal reservations for Women, Persons with Benchmark Disability and Ex-Servicemen are integrated within these category totals — they are not additional posts.
| Category | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Unreserved (UR) | 78 |
| EWS | 16 |
| SEBC | 51 |
| SC | 8 |
| ST | 11 |
| Total | 164 |
Horizontal reservation: 39 Women posts, 6 PwBD posts and 11 Ex-Servicemen posts are integrated within the above. The largest district concentrations are Kachchh (55), Dahod (26), Chhota Udepur (24), Devbhumi Dwarka (14) and Mehsana (10).
Eligibility Criteria — GPSSB Junior Pharmacist Recruitment 2026
The educational qualification is straightforward — any one of three pharmacy degrees/diplomas from a recognised university plus mandatory registration with the Gujarat Pharmacy Council before joining.
Educational Qualification
Any one of the following from a University established or incorporated under Central or State Act in India, or any educational institution recognised under Section 3 of the UGC Act, 1956:
- Bachelor’s Degree in Pharmacy (B.Pharm)
- Doctor of Pharmacy (Pharm.D)
- Diploma in Pharmacy (D.Pharm)
This makes the post a clean fit for diploma holders and pharmacy graduates alike. Additional requirements: basic computer knowledge per Gujarat Civil Services Rules 1967 (Class 10/12 with Computer subject is acceptable) and adequate knowledge of Gujarati or Hindi or both.
Mandatory registration: A candidate appointed by direct selection shall be registered with the Gujarat Pharmacy Council in accordance with the Pharmacy Act, 1948, at the time of application — if not already registered. You can register after selection but before joining duty.
Age Limit (as on 20 May 2026)
- Minimum: 18 years
- Maximum: 35 years (general male)
- General female; or SC, ST, SEBC, EWS male: +5 years
- SC, ST, SEBC and EWS female: +10 years
- General male PwBD: +10; General female PwBD: +15
- Reserved male PwBD: +15; Reserved female PwBD: +20
- Ex-Servicemen: armed forces service period + 3 years
- Absolute upper-age cap after relaxation: 45 years
What is the Salary for GPSSB Junior Pharmacist in 2026?
The post follows the standard Gujarat Government fixed-pay-then-regular pay structure for Class-III direct recruits. The first 5 years are on a contractual fixed pay; on satisfactory completion of probation and departmental tests, you are absorbed into the regular Class-III pay scale.
- Fixed pay (first 5 years): ₹40,800 per month (consolidated)
- After 5 years: Regular Class-III pay scale per the 7th Pay Matrix with admissible DA and allowances
- Job nature: Field-level pharmacist posted at PHCs / CHCs / district panchayat hospitals
In hand during fixed-pay phase: ₹40,800/month consolidated, with no separate HRA/DA. Post-regularisation, in-hand salary increases significantly with full state allowances.
This is a permanent-track post once probation is cleared — you become eligible for pension, medical benefits, paid leave and other Gujarat State employee facilities.
What is the Selection Process for GPSSB Junior Pharmacist 2026?
Selection is purely merit-based on a single competitive written examination. There is no interview.
- Single objective MCQ paper of 200 marks, 3 hours duration in CBRT or OMR mode.
- Sections: General Awareness & GK (35), Gujarati Grammar (20), English Language & Grammar (20), General Maths/Reasoning/DI (25), Pharmacy subject knowledge (100).
- Negative marking 0.25 mark per wrong answer; minimum qualifying mark 40%.
- Provisional Answer Key released → online objections (with proof) → Final Answer Key.
- Provisional Merit List published category-wise → original document verification.
- On-screen district allocation in merit order → Final Select List + Recommendation List + Waiting List.
Bonus marks: 5% extra for widow candidates and 5% extra for recognised sportspersons (both subject to certificate verification). Refer to the syllabus reference page on GovtJobsAlert.in for related state-board exam preparation pointers.
How to Apply Online for GPSSB Junior Pharmacist Recruitment 2026?
The entire application is online — no offline forms are accepted.
- Visit https://ojas.gujarat.gov.in and click on Current Advertisement → View All.
- Select Department: Gujarat Panchayat Service Selection Board (GPSSB).
- Click on Advt No. 07/2026-27 — Junior Pharmacist → Details → Apply.
- Login via OTR + DOB or fill fresh personal, communication, language, disability and educational details.
- Upload your recent photograph (max 15 KB, JPG) and signature (max 15 KB, JPG).
- Save the application — note the Application Number.
- Confirm Application using Application Number + DOB (after confirmation, edits are not allowed).
- General candidates: pay ₹100 + SBI E-Pay service charge online.
- Take a printout of the confirmed form and fee e-receipt.
Only one application per candidate is valid. Government / Semi-Government / PSU serving employees must inform their department within 7 days of applying.
Important Dates — GPSSB Junior Pharmacist 2026
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Date | 29 April 2026 |
| Application Start | 29 April 2026 (13:00 hrs) |
| Last Date to Apply | 20 May 2026 (23:59 hrs) |
| Last Date for Online Fee | 20 May 2026 (23:59 hrs) |
| Offline Process Fee Window (only for confirmed unpaid GEN) | 21–25 May 2026 |
| Age Cut-off | 20 May 2026 |
| Exam Date | To be announced |
Application Fees — GPSSB Junior Pharmacist 2026
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| General | ₹100 + SBI E-Pay service charge |
| SC, ST, SEBC and EWS | Nil |
| Ex-Servicemen / PwBD | Nil |
Payment is online only through SBI E-Pay (Debit Card, Credit Card, UPI, Internet Banking, NEFT). Fees are non-refundable. General candidates with confirmed-but-unpaid applications can pay ₹500 cash as Process Fee at the GPSSB Gandhinagar office between 21–25 May 2026.
Essential Links — GPSSB Junior Pharmacist Recruitment 2026
- Download Official Notification PDF
- Apply Online for GPSSB Junior Pharmacist 2026
- Visit GPSSB Official Website
- Join WhatsApp Channel for Government Jobs
- Join Telegram Channel for Government Jobs
- Join Gujarat Telegram Channel
This GPSSB Junior Pharmacist 2026 recruitment is a stable, well-paying entry point into Gujarat’s public health system for pharmacy aspirants. The fixed ₹40,800/month pay and certain regularisation after 5 years give it an edge over most contractual openings. Apply early — server load builds up sharply in the last 48 hours before the deadline. For more Gujarat government jobs and exam alerts, keep visiting GovtJobsAlert.in.