GPSSB Pashudhan Nirikshak 2026 Notification: Complete Guide for 112 Gujarat Animal Husbandry Posts
Gujarat Panchayat Service Selection Board (GPSSB) has released Advertisement No. 02/2026-27 for the post of Live Stock Inspector (Pashudhan Nirikshak), Class-III. A total of 112 vacancies are open across 34 districts of Gujarat. If you are a Diploma in Animal Husbandry holder from Gujarat, this is a strong chance to join Gujarat state government service as a Class-III employee with a starting fixed pay of ₹26,000 per month — a good opening for animal husbandry diploma pass candidates looking at government jobs in Gujarat.
The online application window is open from 16 April 2026 (1:00 PM) to 7 May 2026 (11:59 PM) on the OJAS Gujarat portal. This article covers every detail you need — qualification rules, age limit, district-wise vacancies, salary structure, selection process, exam pattern, and step-by-step how to apply. Read it carefully till the end so you don’t miss any important point, and keep visiting GovtJobsAlert.in for fresh updates on this recruitment.
Key Highlights — GPSSB Live Stock Inspector Recruitment 2026
Gujarat Panchayat Service Selection Board (GPSSB) is the official recruiting body for Class-III posts under the Panchayat, Rural Housing & Rural Development Department of Gujarat. The Live Stock Inspector (Pashudhan Nirikshak) is an important Class-III post under the Gujarat Panchayat Service, responsible for veterinary field-level duties like animal health monitoring, vaccination, and livestock programmes at the village and taluka level.
- Post Name: Live Stock Inspector (Pashudhan Nirikshak), Class-III
- Total Vacancies: 112
- Salary / Pay: ₹26,000/month fixed for first 5 years, then regular Class-III pay scale
- Job Location: Across 34 districts of Gujarat
- Application Start Date: 16 April 2026 (1:00 PM)
- Last Date to Apply: 7 May 2026 (11:59 PM)
GPSSB Live Stock Inspector 2026 Vacancy Breakdown by Category
The 112 vacancies are distributed across five main categories as per Gujarat state reservation policy.
| Category | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| General / Unreserved (OC) | 52 |
| EWS | 13 |
| SEBC | 33 |
| SC | 3 |
| ST | 11 |
| Total | 112 |
Within the 112 posts, horizontal reservation is also applied: 12 posts for Women, 16 posts for PwBD candidates, and 2 posts for Ex-Servicemen as per Gujarat rules.
District-wise Vacancy Distribution — GPSSB Pashudhan Nirikshak 2026
Vacancies are spread across 34 districts. Some top districts are shown below; the full list is in the official notification.
| District | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Tapi | 13 |
| Kutch | 10 |
| Dang | 9 |
| Bhavnagar | 7 |
| Bharuch | 6 |
| Morbi | 6 |
| Anand | 5 |
| Narmada | 5 |
Eligibility Criteria — GPSSB Live Stock Inspector 2026
Educational Qualification
Candidates must meet all three conditions below:
- Must have passed Three Years Diploma in Animal Husbandry from any University established under Central or State Agricultural or Veterinary University Acts
- Candidates who obtained the diploma through Distance Learning Mode are NOT eligible — only regular mode diploma holders can apply
- Must have basic computer knowledge (10th or 12th pass with Computer as a subject is accepted, as per GAD GR dated 18-03-2016)
- Must possess adequate knowledge of Gujarati or Hindi or both
If you are a diploma pass candidate in Animal Husbandry from a recognised university, you are eligible. All qualifications must be complete before 7 May 2026.
Age Limit
- Minimum Age: 18 years
- Maximum Age: 33 years
- Age as on: 7 May 2026
| Category | Maximum Age (with relaxation) |
|---|---|
| General / Unreserved | 33 years |
| SC / ST / SEBC / EWS (Gujarat) | 38 years |
| Women (Gujarat native — all categories) | 38 years |
| PwBD | 43 years |
| Ex-Servicemen | As per Gujarat rules |
| Absolute maximum cap (with all relaxations combined) | 45 years |
What is the Salary for GPSSB Live Stock Inspector 2026?
The pay structure for the Live Stock Inspector (Pashudhan Nirikshak) post is governed by Gujarat Finance Department rules.
- First 5 years (Fix Pay contract period): ₹26,000/month consolidated
- After 5 years: Regular Class-III pay scale as per prevailing Gujarat Govt. rules at that time
- Basis: Finance Department GR dated 16-02-2006 and subsequent amendments (GR No. Kharch/2002/57/Part-4/Z-1 dated 18-10-2023)
The fixed pay during the first five years is ₹26,000 per month. After successful completion of the 5-year contract period, candidates get absorbed into the regular pay scale of the Class-III cadre with full pay and allowances as per Gujarat Government rules.
Apart from the fixed pay, selected candidates get the standard benefits available to Gujarat Panchayat Service employees after the contract period, including pension benefits under the applicable scheme, leave encashment, and medical facilities.
What is the Selection Process for GPSSB Live Stock Inspector 2026?
Selection is based on a single written/CBRT examination conducted by GPSSB. There is negative marking of 0.25 mark for every wrong answer. Minimum qualifying marks are 40%.
Stage 1: Written/OMR/CBRT Exam (200 marks, 3 hours)
The exam is a single objective paper with 5 sections:
| Section | Marks |
|---|---|
| General Knowledge / General Awareness | 35 |
| Gujarati Grammar & Language | 20 |
| English Grammar | 20 |
| Mathematics / Reasoning / Data Interpretation | 25 |
| Subject / Technical (Animal Husbandry) | 100 |
| Total | 200 |
Stage 2: Document Verification
Candidates who clear the cut-off are called for document verification where originals of diploma, age, category, and Gujarat domicile are checked.
Detailed syllabus and exam pattern will be shared by GPSSB in due course. Start your preparation early — the technical section carries 100 out of 200 marks, so revise your diploma subjects thoroughly.
How to Apply Online for GPSSB Live Stock Inspector 2026?
Before starting, keep these ready: your Gujarat domicile certificate, diploma mark-sheet and certificate, computer knowledge certificate, category certificate (if applicable), recent passport-size photograph, and signature in the required format.
- Visit the OJAS Gujarat portal (direct link in Essential Links below)
- Click on “Online Application” and select Advertisement No. 02/2026-27 — Live Stock Inspector
- Register yourself with a valid email ID and mobile number
- Fill in the online application form with personal, educational, and category details
- Upload your photograph, signature, and required documents in the specified format
- Pay the application fee of ₹100 + SBI e-Pay charges (General category only; all reserved categories exempt)
- Submit the form before 7 May 2026 (11:59 PM) and take a printout for your records
If your online fee payment fails, you can pay the Process Fee of ₹500 in cash at the GPSSB Gandhinagar office between 8–12 May 2026 (only for confirmed applications).
GPSSB Live Stock Inspector 2026 Important Dates: Application Timeline
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Release | March 2026 |
| Online Application Start | 16 April 2026 (1:00 PM) |
| Online Application Last Date | 7 May 2026 (11:59 PM) |
| Late Process Fee Window (cash at GPSSB office) | 8–12 May 2026 |
| Age Cut-off Date | 7 May 2026 |
| Admit Card Release | To be announced on GPSSB website |
| Written Exam Date | To be announced separately |
GPSSB Live Stock Inspector 2026 Application Fees
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| General (Unreserved) | ₹100 + SBI e-Pay charges |
| SC / ST / SEBC / EWS | No fee |
| PwBD | No fee |
| Ex-Servicemen | No fee |
Online fee payment is done via SBI e-Pay (Credit Card / Debit Card / Net Banking). A late Process Fee of ₹500 can be paid in cash at GPSSB office between 8–12 May 2026 if the online payment failed at the last moment.
Essential Links — GPSSB Live Stock Inspector Recruitment 2026
- Download Official Notification PDF
- Apply Online for GPSSB Live Stock Inspector 2026
- Visit GPSSB Official Website
- Join WhatsApp Channel for Government Jobs
- Join Telegram Channel for Government Jobs
- Join Telegram for Gujarat Govt Jobs
Don’t let this chance slip away. If you hold a regular Diploma in Animal Husbandry and are between 18 and 33 years old, complete your OJAS registration well before 7 May 2026 to avoid last-minute server issues. Keep visiting GovtJobsAlert.in for more Gujarat government job notifications, admit cards, and result updates on this recruitment.