GSSSB Junior Pharmacist Recruitment 2026 — Special Drive for Persons with Disabilities Across Gujarat
Gujarat Subordinate Services Selection Board (GSSSB) has released a fresh notification for the recruitment of 14 Junior Pharmacist (Class-III) posts under the Commissionerate of Health, Medical Services and Medical Education, Government of Gujarat. This is a Special Recruitment Drive (SRD) exclusively for Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD) with 40% or more disability, filling the PwBD reservation backlog. If you are a PwBD candidate holding a pharmacy diploma or degree, this is a focused opportunity for a permanent Class-III Gujarat government job.
The online application is open from 15 May 2026 (14:00 hrs) to 29 May 2026 (23:59 hrs) via the official OJAS portal. The starting pay is Rs 40,800 per month fixed for the first five years, after which the post moves to Pay Matrix Level-5 (Rs 29,200 – Rs 92,300) under 7th CPC. Eligibility, exam pattern, fee details and how to apply step-by-step are explained below — bookmark GovtJobsAlert.in for the latest Gujarat exam updates.
Key Highlights — GSSSB Junior Pharmacist 2026
GSSSB is the recruiting authority for Class-III subordinate services in Gujarat. The Junior Pharmacist post is a Group-C permanent position posted across government hospitals and health centres under the Commissionerate of Health. This SRD is meant solely for the PwBD reservation backlog — general category candidates are not eligible.
- Organisation: Gujarat Subordinate Services Selection Board (GSSSB), Gandhinagar
- Advertisement No.: 408/202627
- Post Name: Junior Pharmacist, Class-III (Group C)
- Total Vacancies: 14 posts (PwBD Special Recruitment Drive only)
- Pay Scale: Rs 40,800/month fixed (first 5 years) → Level-5 (Rs 29,200 – Rs 92,300)
- Job Location: Across Gujarat, under Commissionerate of Health
- Last Date to Apply: 29 May 2026 (23:59 hrs)
Vacancy Breakdown — GSSSB Junior Pharmacist 2026
There is no UR/SEBC/SC/ST/EWS category-wise split in this SRD. Instead, vacancies are reserved by disability sub-group only, and selected candidates will be adjusted against the backlog of their respective social category (SC/ST/SEBC/EWS).
| Disability Group | Posts |
|---|---|
| Group B — Deaf / Hard of Hearing (D, HH) | 7 |
| Group D & E — ASD-Mild, SLD, MI, MD | 7 |
Groups A (Blindness/Low Vision) and C (Locomotor / Cerebral Palsy) have zero vacancies in this SRD. Selected candidates are adjusted against the social-category backlog at the time of appointment.
Eligibility Criteria — GSSSB Junior Pharmacist 2026
Educational Qualification
You must hold a recognised pharmacy qualification along with a benchmark disability certificate (40% or more) in one of the eligible disability groups.
- B.Pharm or Doctor of Pharmacy (Pharm.D.) from a recognised University — no experience required.
- OR Diploma in Pharmacy (D.Pharm) from a recognised institution + about 2 years of experience as Junior Pharmacist / Dispenser / Pharmacist / Medical Representative.
- Basic computer knowledge as per Gujarat Civil Services General Rules, 1967 (certificate must be produced before appointment if not held now).
- Knowledge of Gujarati or Hindi or both is mandatory.
- Mandatory registration with the Gujarat State Pharmacy Council under the Pharmacy Act, 1948 at the time of appointment.
If you are a pharmacy graduate looking for healthcare government jobs, this is a niche but stable Class-III Gujarat opportunity.
Age Limit (as on 29 May 2026)
- Minimum age: 18 years
- Maximum age: 35 years
- Age relaxation:
- General PwBD Male — up to 43 years
- General PwBD Female — up to 45 years
- Reserved (SC/ST/SEBC/EWS) PwBD Male — up to 45 years
- Reserved PwBD Female — up to 45 years
- Existing Gujarat Government employees — as per Gujarat Civil Services (General) Rules, 1967
What is the Salary for GSSSB Junior Pharmacist 2026?
The Junior Pharmacist post offers a fixed-pay structure during the 5-year probation followed by regular Pay Matrix scale. With DA, HRA and other allowances, the gross monthly package becomes attractive even during the fixed-pay phase.
- First 5 Years (Probation): Rs 40,800 per month fixed
- After Probation: Pay Matrix Level-5 — Rs 29,200 – Rs 92,300 (7th CPC) + DA + HRA + other allowances
- Other Benefits: Medical, leave, pension benefits as per Gujarat Government rules
Approximate in-hand pay during fixed-pay phase is Rs 40,800, and gross monthly emoluments after probation typically rise to Rs 50,000+ with DA and allowances.
What is the Selection Process for GSSSB Junior Pharmacist 2026?
The selection is a single-stage Computer-Based Recruitment Test (CBRT) / OMR examination with two parts conducted together, followed by document verification.
- CBRT/OMR Examination — 210 MCQs, 210 marks, 180 minutes total
- Part-A (90 marks): Reasoning & Data Interpretation (30), Quantitative Aptitude/Mathematics (30), Constitution of India + Current Affairs + Gujarati/English Comprehension (30).
- Part-B (120 marks): Pharmacy technical subjects — Pharmacology, Anatomy & Physiology, Pharmaceutics, Pharmaceutical Chemistry, Biochemistry, Pathophysiology, Microbiology, Medicinal Chemistry, Pharmacognosy, Pharmaceutical Jurisprudence and current trends.
- Negative Marking — 1/4 mark deducted for every wrong answer.
- Qualifying Standard — minimum 40% in Part-A AND 40% in Part-B (separate qualifying for both).
- Bonus Marks — 5% bonus for National / International / Inter-University sports participation and 5% for widow candidates (non-remarried at appointment).
- Document Verification — top 2x category-wise vacancies called based on merit; final merit based on combined Part-A + Part-B score.
You can also check the latest exam pattern and syllabus updates for state pharmacy and health-services exams.
How to Apply Online for GSSSB Junior Pharmacist 2026?
Applications are accepted online only through the OJAS portal — manual applications will not be accepted. Have your educational, disability and category certificates ready in scanned form before you begin.
- Visit the OJAS portal at https://ojas.gujarat.gov.in/
- Click “Online Application” → “Apply” → Select GSSSB.
- Click on Advertisement No. 408/202627 (Junior Pharmacist, Class-III).
- Fill personal and educational details (mandatory fields marked *).
- Save and note down the Application Number.
- Upload Photograph (5 cm x 3.6 cm, JPG, max 15 KB) and Signature (2.5 cm x 7.5 cm, JPG, max 15 KB).
- Click “Confirm Application” — no changes possible after this step.
- Pay the Rs 400 application fee online (Debit Card / Net Banking / UPI / Wallet) by 1 June 2026 (23:59 hrs).
- Print the application form and fee receipt for your records.
Important Dates — GSSSB Junior Pharmacist 2026
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Date | 15 May 2026 |
| Online Application Start | 15 May 2026 (14:00 hrs) |
| Online Application End | 29 May 2026 (23:59 hrs) |
| Last Date for Fee Payment | 1 June 2026 (23:59 hrs) |
| Age Reckoning Date | 29 May 2026 |
| Exam Date | To be announced on GSSSB website |
Application Fees — GSSSB Junior Pharmacist 2026
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| All Eligible PwBD Candidates | Rs 400 |
This is a single-slab fee since the drive is exclusively for PwBD candidates. The fee is refundable to candidates who appear in the examination; non-appearing candidates forfeit the refund. Payment is via OJAS portal — Debit Card, Net Banking, UPI or Wallets. Offline or late payments are not accepted.
Essential Links — GSSSB Junior Pharmacist Recruitment 2026
- Download Official Notification PDF
- Apply Online for GSSSB Junior Pharmacist 2026
- Visit GSSSB Official Website
- Join WhatsApp Channel for Government Jobs
- Join Telegram Channel for Government Jobs
- Join Gujarat Government Jobs Telegram
GSSSB Junior Pharmacist 2026 is a focused PwBD opportunity for stable Class-III pharmacy posts in Gujarat — don’t miss the 29 May 2026 application deadline. Keep visiting GovtJobsAlert.in for more Gujarat government job notifications and healthcare recruitment updates.