GSSSB CCE 2.0 Recruitment 2026: 1,237 Junior Clerk, Social Welfare Inspector, Senior Clerk & Other Posts
If you are a graduate living in Gujarat and dreaming of a stable state government job, listen up. The Gujarat Subordinate Service Selection Board (GSSSB) has released its Combined Competitive Examination notification with 1,237 vacancies in Class-3 posts. The biggest share is Junior Clerk with 994 openings, followed by Social Welfare Inspector with 89 and Senior Clerk with 51. Sub Registrar, Assistant Tribal Development Officer, Office Superintendent, Office Assistant and Head Clerk posts are also open.
Online applications run from 5 November 2026 to 30 November 2026, and any graduate in any stream can apply. The pay is a fixed monthly amount of Rs 26,000 to Rs 49,600 for the first five years, depending on the post. Read the whole article, because the seats for each category change from post to post. Keep checking GovtJobsAlert.in for all the latest Gujarat government jobs.
Key Highlights of GSSSB CCE 2.0 Recruitment 2026
The GSSSB, based in Gandhinagar, recruits Class-3 staff for many Gujarat government departments through one common exam. This advertisement covers Group-A (243 openings) and Group-B, which is only the Junior Clerk cadre (994 openings).
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Organisation | Gujarat Subordinate Service Selection Board (GSSSB), Gandhinagar |
| Advertisement Number | 468/202627 |
| Total Vacancies | 1,237 (Group-A 243 + Group-B 994) |
| Posts | 9 posts, including Junior Clerk, Social Welfare Inspector and Senior Clerk |
| Qualification | Bachelor’s degree in any stream |
| Age Limit | 20 to 35 years as on 30 November 2026 |
| Application Mode | Online only, on the OJAS portal |
| Last Date to Apply | 30 November 2026 (23:59 hrs) |
Post-wise and Category-wise Seats in GSSSB CCE Recruitment 2026
The seats are different for every post, so check the row for the post you want. Some posts have no seat at all for certain categories: Sub Registrar Grade-1 and Office Superintendent have zero SC and zero EWS seats, and Head Clerk has zero ST seats.
| Post | Category-wise Vacancies | Total |
|---|---|---|
| Junior Clerk (Group-B) | UR 454 / EWS 106 / SEBC 241 / SC 46 / ST 147 | 994 |
| Social Welfare Inspector | UR 35 / EWS 10 / SEBC 23 / SC 8 / ST 13 | 89 |
| Senior Clerk | UR 25 / EWS 5 / SEBC 10 / SC 2 / ST 9 | 51 |
| Assistant Tribal Development Officer | UR 21 / EWS 5 / SEBC 11 / SC 5 / ST 8 | 50 |
| Sub Registrar Grade-2 | UR 4 / EWS 2 / SEBC 0 / SC 3 / ST 6 | 15 |
| Office Assistant | UR 3 / EWS 2 / SEBC 5 / SC 3 / ST 2 | 15 |
| Head Clerk | UR 5 / EWS 1 / SEBC 3 / SC 1 / ST 0 | 10 |
| Office Superintendent | UR 5 / EWS 0 / SEBC 1 / SC 0 / ST 1 | 7 |
| Sub Registrar Grade-1 | UR 4 / EWS 0 / SEBC 1 / SC 0 / ST 1 | 6 |
All posts except Junior Clerk belong to Group-A. Women, Ex-Servicemen and PwD seats are included inside the category seats above, not added on top.
| Group | Women / Ex-Servicemen / PwD | Total |
|---|---|---|
| Group-A | Women: UR 30 / EWS 7 / SEBC 17 / SC 6 / ST 12; Ex-Servicemen 19; PwD 13 | 243 |
| Group-B | Women: UR 149 / EWS 33 / SEBC 77 / SC 14 / ST 47; Ex-Servicemen 98; PwD 12 | 994 |
Some departments show no PwD seats because their backlog is being filled by a separate special drive. The vacancies may also increase or decrease later. Here is where the seats sit department-wise.
| Department / Office | Post | Vacancies |
|---|---|---|
| Inspector General of Registration (Revenue) | Sub Registrar Grade-1 | 6 |
| Inspector General of Registration (Revenue) | Sub Registrar Grade-2 | 15 |
| Director, Tribal Development | Assistant Tribal Development Officer | 50 |
| Director, Developing Castes Welfare | Social Welfare Inspector | 89 |
| Director of Prohibition & Excise (Home) | Office Superintendent | 7 |
| Gujarat Public Service Commission (GPSC) | Office Assistant | 15 |
| Director, Tribal Development | Head Clerk | 10 |
| Charity Commissioner (Legal) | Senior Clerk | 28 |
| Commissioner of Transport | Senior Clerk | 5 |
| Director, Forensic Science (Home) | Senior Clerk | 6 |
| Commissioner, Food & Drugs Control | Senior Clerk | 9 |
| Gujarat Panchayat Service Selection Board | Senior Clerk | 1 |
| Development Commissioner (Panchayat) | Senior Clerk | 2 |
| Commissioner, Youth Services & Cultural Activities | Junior Clerk | 40 |
| Charity Commissioner (Legal) | Junior Clerk | 35 |
| Director of Insurance (Finance) | Junior Clerk | 1 |
| Commissioner of Transport | Junior Clerk | 160 |
| Director of Economics & Statistics | Junior Clerk | 13 |
| Director, Archaeology | Junior Clerk | 4 |
| Director, Social Defence | Junior Clerk | 28 |
| Director of Prohibition & Excise | Junior Clerk | 20 |
| Director, NCC, Ahmedabad | Junior Clerk | 28 |
| Director, Tribal Development | Junior Clerk | 90 |
| Commissioner, Food & Drugs Control | Junior Clerk | 20 |
| Gujarat Panchayat Service Selection Board | Junior Clerk | 4 |
| Development Commissioner (Panchayat) | Junior Clerk | 1 |
| Registrar, Co-operative Societies | Junior Clerk | 100 |
| Commissioner of Schools (Education) | Junior Clerk | 200 |
| Director, Food & Civil Supplies | Junior Clerk | 50 |
| Principal Chief Conservator of Forests | Junior Clerk | 100 |
| Medical Education & Research (Health) | Junior Clerk | 100 |
What is the Eligibility for GSSSB CCE 2.0 Recruitment 2026?
Educational Qualification
The qualification is the same for all nine posts, and it is good news for every graduate looking for government jobs.
| Requirement | Detail |
|---|---|
| Degree | Bachelor’s degree from a university set up under a Central or State Act, a deemed university under Section 3 of the UGC Act 1956, or an equivalent qualification recognised by the Government |
| Computer Knowledge | Basic computer knowledge as per the Gujarat Civil Services Classification and Recruitment (General) Rules, 1967 |
| Language | Adequate knowledge of Gujarati or Hindi or both |
| Nationality | Citizen of India, or nationality as per Rule 7 of the same Rules |
You can show the computer certificate before appointment, but if you do not produce it, appointment will not be given. A foreign degree needs UGC equivalence proof, and it must be shown within the certificate check schedule. Nothing is accepted after that.
Age Limit
Minimum age is 20 years and maximum age is 35 years, counted on 30 November 2026.
| Category | Age Relaxation |
|---|---|
| General (UR) women | 5 years |
| Reserved category men (SC, ST, SEBC, EWS) | 5 years |
| Reserved category women | 10 years (maximum age 45) |
| General PwD men | 10 years (maximum age 45) |
| General PwD women | 15 years (maximum age 45) |
| Reserved PwD men | 15 years (maximum age 45) |
| Reserved PwD women | 20 years (maximum age 45) |
| Ex-Servicemen | Years of service plus 3 years (minimum 6 months of service) |
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Important: Relaxation and reservation are only for original residents of Gujarat in the reserved classes. A reserved-category candidate who applies against an unreserved post gets no age relaxation. Ex-Servicemen who retire within one year of the last date may also apply, and they need their ID card and discharge book.
What is the Salary for GSSSB CCE 2.0 Recruitment 2026?
The notification gives a fixed monthly pay for the first five years. The Pay Level is not stated in the notification.
| Post | Fixed Pay per Month |
|---|---|
| Sub Registrar Grade-1, Office Superintendent, Assistant Tribal Development Officer | Rs 49,600 |
| Sub Registrar Grade-2, Social Welfare Inspector, Head Clerk | Rs 40,800 |
| Senior Clerk, Office Assistant, Junior Clerk | Rs 26,000 |
After five years of satisfactory service, you become eligible for the regular pay scale under Government rules. This is subject to the Supreme Court matters mentioned in the notification (SLP No. 14124/2012 and 14125/2012).
What is the Selection Process for GSSSB CCE 2.0 Recruitment 2026?
The exam has two stages, and Group-A and Group-B get separate final lists. The exam dates are not yet announced and will be put on the GSSSB website, so keep an eye on the syllabus and exam updates.
| Stage | Detail |
|---|---|
| Primary Exam (Stage 1) | Common MCQ test for Group-A and Group-B that only picks who sits the Main exam; its marks are not counted in the final merit |
| Main Exam | Group-A: descriptive, 3 papers; Group-B: MCQ |
| Final List | Based on Main exam marks, the qualifying standard and category-wise vacancies; no waiting list |
| Certificate Verification | Original certificates are checked |
The Primary Exam shortlists 7 times the category-wise vacancies, separately for each group. You need at least 40% marks in each stage and in every paper of that stage, and this standard cannot be lowered for any category.
| Primary Exam Subject | Marks |
|---|---|
| English | 15 |
| Gujarati | 15 |
| General Awareness and Current Affairs | 30 |
| Quantitative Aptitude | 30 |
| Reasoning | 60 |
The Primary Exam paper has 150 questions for 150 marks in 120 minutes, with 0.25 mark cut for every wrong answer. PwD candidates get 20 extra minutes per hour.
| Main Exam Group-A Paper | Marks |
|---|---|
| Paper I: Gujarati Language Skill (3 hours) | 100 |
| Paper II: English Language Skill (3 hours) | 100 |
| Paper III: General Studies, Gujarati medium (3 hours) | 150 |
| Main Exam Group-B Subject (MCQ, 120 minutes) | 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 Government Schemes | 30 |
| Regional, National and International Events incl. Current Affairs | 30 |
| History and Geography of Gujarat | 20 |
| Cultural Heritage of Gujarat (Art and Literature) | 10 |
| Gujarati and English | 20 |
| Science, Environment and Information Technology | 20 |
Widow candidates get 5% of marks obtained added, and candidates with a listed sports achievement get the same 5%, with a certificate from the prescribed authority. Unfilled seats reserved for women go to men of the same category.
How to Apply Online for GSSSB CCE 2.0 Recruitment 2026?
Keep your photo (white background, taken within one year of the last date) and signature ready as JPG files under 15 KB each. Also keep your education, age and category certificates handy.
| Step | Action |
|---|---|
| 1 | Complete the mandatory One Time Registration (OTR) on the OJAS portal (link in Essential Links below). OTR alone is not an application |
| 2 | Go to Online Application, choose GSSSB, then select Advt. No. 468/202627 and your post |
| 3 | Fill in your personal details and educational details |
| 4 | Accept the assurance and save; an Application Number is generated |
| 5 | Upload the photo (5 cm x 3.6 cm) and signature (2.5 cm x 7.5 cm) |
| 6 | Confirm the application; a Confirmation Number is generated and no edits are possible after this |
| 7 | Pay the fee online by 2 December 2026 |
| 8 | Print your application, because it cannot be downloaded after the last date |
Keep 4 to 5 copies of the same photo for the exam and verification. Applications without a fee are cancelled without notice.
What are the Important Dates for GSSSB CCE 2.0 Recruitment 2026?
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Date | 3 November 2026 |
| Application Start | 5 November 2026 (14:00 hrs) |
| Last Date to Apply Online | 30 November 2026 (23:59 hrs) |
| Last Date to Pay Fee | 2 December 2026 (23:59 hrs) |
| Age and Eligibility Reckoning Date | 30 November 2026 |
| Primary and Main Exam Dates | To be announced on the GSSSB website |
| Admit Card | To be announced on the GSSSB website |
Certificates must also fall in the allowed window. An SEBC non-creamy layer certificate in the Gujarat format must be issued between 1 April 2024 and 30 November 2026, and a Gujarat-format EWS certificate between 1 December 2023 and 30 November 2026.
What is the Application Fee for GSSSB CCE 2.0 Recruitment 2026?
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| UR (General) | Rs 500 |
| Women (all categories), SEBC, SC, ST, EWS, PwD and Ex-Servicemen | Rs 400 |
No category is exempt. Pay online through Debit Card, Internet Banking, UPI or Wallets, plus transaction charges as per rules. The fee is refunded to those who appear in the Primary Exam, and there is no refund if you do not appear or if the Board cancels your application. No fee is accepted after the deadline, not even with a late fee.
Rules That Can Cancel Your GSSSB Application
These conditions are easy to miss, and most can end your candidature.
| Condition | What it means for you |
|---|---|
| Only one application | If you apply more than once, only the last confirmed application with fee is valid; the others are cancelled and their fees are not refunded |
| Category change | Not allowed after confirmation; re-apply before the last date and pay the fee again |
| Details are final | A mismatch with your originals at verification means cancellation |
| Missing certificate | SEBC or EWS candidates without a valid certificate are treated as General; if over the General age limit, the candidature is cancelled |
| Married SEBC women | The certificate must be based on parents’ income; one based on husband’s income leads to cancellation |
| EWS certificate | Gujarat Government scheme-benefit EWS certificates are not accepted |
| Debarred candidates | Applications of candidates currently debarred by GPSC or any other recruitment body are cancelled automatically |
| Unfair means | Canvassing, impersonation, forged documents or misconduct can lead to disqualification, a ban from Board exams and State Government service, and criminal action |
| Government employees | You may apply, but you must inform your department (NOC) |
| Exam centre | You must reach the centre at your own expense |
| No guarantee | Passing gives no right to appointment, and the Board may modify or cancel the recruitment without giving reasons |
Essential Links for GSSSB CCE 2.0 Recruitment 2026
- Download Official Notification PDF (Advt 468/202627)
- Apply Online for GSSSB CCE 2.0 Recruitment 2026 – 1,237 Posts: Junior Clerk, Social Welfare Inspector, Senior Clerk & Other Posts, Apply Online 5 to 30 November
- Visit GSSSB CCE 2.0 Official Website
- Official Notification Page for GSSSB CCE 2.0 Recruitment 2026 – 1,237 Posts: Junior Clerk, Social Welfare Inspector, Senior Clerk & Other Posts, Apply Online 5 to 30 November
- Join WhatsApp Channel for Government Jobs
- Join Telegram Channel for Government Jobs
- Join Gujarat Government Jobs Telegram Channel
Friends, any graduate who meets the age, computer and language rules can apply for these posts. Pick your post, check your category seats, arrange your certificates, and submit your application by 30 November 2026, with the fee paid by 2 December. Keep visiting GovtJobsAlert.in for the next admit card updates and more jobs.