GSSSB Female Health Worker Recruitment 2026 — 155 Posts for Women in Gujarat
The Gujarat Subordinate Service Selection Board (GSSSB) has released Advertisement No. 416/202627 to recruit 155 Female Health Workers (FHW), Class-III under the Health and Family Welfare Department, Gujarat. This is a female-only recruitment and a wonderful opportunity for women with an ANM or Female Health Worker qualification to get a secure Gujarat Government job. If you are searching for medical and healthcare government jobs, this is a great chance to serve in community health and build a stable career.
The online application window on the OJAS portal is open from 15 June 2026 to 29 June 2026. Don’t worry about the process — in this article, GovtJobsAlert.in explains the vacancies, eligibility, salary, exam pattern and fees in very simple language so you can apply correctly and on time.
Key Highlights — GSSSB Female Health Worker 2026
This is a direct recruitment to a female-only paramedical Class-III cadre, posted at health centres across Gujarat.
Female Health Workers are the backbone of rural and community health care, handling immunisation, maternal and child health, family welfare and basic health services in villages and towns. This is a women-only recruitment, which means eligible female candidates compete only with each other, improving their chances of selection. With 155 posts on offer and a fixed starting pay of ₹26,000, this is a meaningful and secure career for women who have completed an ANM or Female Health Worker course and are registered with the Gujarat Nursing Council. The Gujarat Subordinate Service Selection Board fills these posts through a fair, computer-based merit exam, so dedicated preparation directly improves your result. Beyond the salary and job security, the role lets you serve mothers, children and families in your own community — work that is both respected and deeply satisfying.
- Organisation: Gujarat Subordinate Service Selection Board (GSSSB)
- Advertisement No.: 416/202627
- Post Name: Female Health Worker (FHW), Class-III
- Total Vacancies: 155 posts (women only)
- Pay: ₹26,000 fixed (then Pay Level-2)
- Last Date to Apply: 29 June 2026
Vacancy Breakdown — GSSSB Female Health Worker 2026
The 155 posts are reserved across Gujarat Government categories (all posts are for women).
| Category | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| SEBC | 80 |
| ST | 43 |
| Unreserved (General) | 17 |
| EWS | 15 |
| SC | 0 |
The grand total is 155 posts. As this is a female-only cadre, all posts are reserved for women candidates; PwBD posts will be filled through a separate special drive.
Eligibility Criteria — GSSSB Female Health Worker 2026
Only women candidates can apply. The eligibility is based on your health-worker qualification.
Educational Qualification
- Passed SSC (10th) or HSC (12th) from a recognised board — open to 12th pass candidates.
- Completed the Female Health Worker Basic Training course OR the Auxiliary Nurse Midwife (ANM) course with registration in the Gujarat Nursing Council.
- Basic computer knowledge and adequate knowledge of Gujarati or Hindi (or both).
Age Limit (as on 29 June 2026)
- Minimum Age: 18 years
- Maximum Age: 40 years (relaxable up to 45 years)
- Age Relaxation: 5 years extra for reserved-category women, with further relaxation for women with disability, as per Gujarat rules.
What is the Salary for GSSSB Female Health Worker 2026?
The post offers a fixed pay during probation, followed by a regular pay scale.
- First 5 years: a fixed monthly pay of ₹26,000.
- After 5 years: regular appointment in Pay Level-2 (₹19,900 – ₹63,200) with full allowances.
A fixed pay of ₹26,000 from the start, rising to a regular pay scale, along with the chance to serve your community, makes this Female Health Worker post a meaningful and secure career for women in Gujarat.
What is the Selection Process for GSSSB Female Health Worker 2026?
Selection is through a single-stage computer-based competitive exam (CBRT/OMR) of 210 marks:
- Part-A (90 marks): Reasoning & Data Interpretation (30), Quantitative Aptitude (30), and Constitution of India, Current Affairs, Gujarati & English comprehension (30).
- Part-B (120 marks): questions on community health nursing, midwifery, child health and related health topics.
- The exam is for 3 hours, with negative marking of 1/4 mark for each wrong answer.
- A provisional answer key is published, objections are invited, and then the final result is declared on merit.
You can plan your preparation using our syllabus and study resources on GovtJobsAlert.in.
How to Apply Online for GSSSB Female Health Worker 2026?
The application is online only through the OJAS portal. Follow these steps:
- Visit the official OJAS application portal (link in Essential Links below).
- Select GSSSB and Advertisement No. 416/202627 (Female Health Worker).
- Fill your personal and educational details, then upload your photo and signature.
- Confirm your application to generate the confirmation number.
- Pay the exam fee online before 1 July 2026 and print your application.
Important Dates — GSSSB Female Health Worker 2026
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Application Start Date | 15 June 2026 (2:00 PM) |
| Last Date to Apply | 29 June 2026 (11:59 PM) |
| Last Date for Fee Payment | 1 July 2026 |
Application Fees — GSSSB Female Health Worker 2026
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| Unreserved / General | ₹500 |
| Reserved (SEBC / SC / ST / EWS / PwD / ESM) | ₹400 |
The fee is paid online through OJAS. Candidates who appear in the exam get the fee refunded as per board rules.
Essential Links — GSSSB Female Health Worker 2026
- Download Official Notification PDF
- Apply Online at OJAS for GSSSB Female Health Worker 2026
- Visit GSSSB Official Website
- Join WhatsApp Channel for Government Jobs
- Join Telegram Channel for Government Jobs
- Join Telegram for Gujarat Govt Jobs
With 155 women-only posts and an attractive fixed pay, this GSSSB Female Health Worker recruitment is a great opportunity for eligible women in Gujarat to enter government health service. Make sure your ANM/FHW registration is ready and apply on OJAS before 29 June 2026. For more Gujarat government job notifications, keep visiting GovtJobsAlert.in. All the best for your exam.