GSSSB Operation Theatre Assistant Recruitment 2026: 16 Class-3 Vacancies, Eligibility, Pay and How to Apply
The Gujarat Subordinate Service Selection Board (GSSSB) has announced 16 vacancies for Operation Theatre Assistant, Class-3 under the Health and Family Welfare Department, in the office of the Additional Director, Medical Education and Research. If you have trained in operation theatre techniques and want a stable Gujarat government job, this notice is for you.
The online application runs from 15 October 2026 to 29 October 2026 (11:59 pm), and the fee can be paid until 1 November 2026. Selection is through one competitive MCQ exam. Read every table below before you apply, because one wrong detail in the form can get your application cancelled. GovtJobsAlert.in has put everything in one place for you.
GSSSB Operation Theatre Assistant Recruitment 2026 Key Highlights
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Organisation | Gujarat Subordinate Service Selection Board (GSSSB), Gandhinagar |
| Advertisement No. | 460/202627 |
| Post | Operation Theatre Assistant, Class-3 |
| Total Vacancies | 16 |
| Pay | Fixed Rs 26,000 per month for five years, then Pay Level-2 |
| Job Location | Gujarat (specific postings not stated) |
| Apply Mode | Online on OJAS only |
| Last Date | 29 October 2026 |
How Many Vacancies Are There in GSSSB Operation Theatre Assistant Recruitment 2026?
There is one post, so the split is the same for all candidates. Reserved seats are only for reserved-category candidates who are original residents of Gujarat.
| Category | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Unreserved (UR) | 8 |
| EWS | 1 |
| SC | 1 |
| ST | 2 |
| SEBC | 4 |
| Total | 16 |
Of the 16 seats, 3 are reserved for women (UR 2, SEBC 1) and 1 for Ex-Servicemen. These are inside the 16, not extra. If no eligible woman is available, the seat goes to a man of the same category. There is no PwD seat in this advertisement, because the PwD backlog for this cadre is covered by a separate drive (Advt. No. 297/202526). PwD candidates can still apply against non-reserved posts. The Board says vacancies may increase or decrease.
What is the Eligibility for GSSSB Operation Theatre Assistant 2026?
| Requirement | Details |
|---|---|
| Education | Diploma in Operation Theatre Techniques / Operation Theatre Technician, or a minimum one-year Certificate Course in Operation Theatre Technology / Technician, or B.Sc. Medical Technology in Operation Theatre and Anaesthesia Technology |
| Institution | A University set up under a Central or State Act, or a recognised or deemed institution under section 3 of the UGC Act, 1956 |
| Computer | Basic computer knowledge as prescribed in the Gujarat Civil Services Classification (General) Rules, 1967 |
| Language | Adequate knowledge of Gujarati or Hindi or both |
| Nationality | Citizen of India, or as per Rule 7 of the Gujarat Civil Services Classification and Recruitment (General) Rules, 1967 |
The qualification is as published in clauses (b) to (d) of the advertisement. The first clause, (a), is not printed in the notification PDF, and the Board applies the full recruitment rules at final selection. For a similar course, see more medical and healthcare government jobs.
You can apply without the computer certificate, but you must submit it before appointment, otherwise your selection is cancelled. Qualification, age and all certificates are counted as on 29 October 2026.
What is the Age Limit for GSSSB Operation Theatre Assistant 2026?
| Category | Maximum Age |
|---|---|
| All candidates (minimum 18 years) | 35 years |
| UR women | 40 years |
| SC, ST, SEBC and EWS men | 40 years |
| SC, ST, SEBC and EWS women | 45 years |
| General PwD men | 45 years |
| General PwD women | 45 years |
| Reserved PwD men | 45 years |
| Reserved PwD women | 45 years |
| Ex-Servicemen | Military service plus 3 years |
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Reserved-category relaxation applies only to SC, ST, SEBC and EWS candidates who are original residents of Gujarat. A reserved candidate applying against an unreserved post gets no age or other relaxation. PwD benefits need 40% or more disability. Ex-Servicemen need at least six months of service, and those retiring within one year of the last date may apply. Existing Gujarat government employees may get relaxation under the 1967 Rules.
Do the age math carefully. The relaxation is not added up automatically for everyone, so find your own row in the table and count to 29 October 2026, not to today.
What is the Salary for GSSSB Operation Theatre Assistant 2026?
| Stage | Pay |
|---|---|
| First five years | Fixed Rs 26,000 per month |
| After satisfactory service | 7th CPC Pay Matrix Level-2: Rs 19,900 – 63,200 |
The regular pay scale is subject to the outcome of SLP No. 14124/2012 and 14125/2012 pending in the Supreme Court. Keep that in mind when you compare this job with others. The first five years are on a fixed monthly amount, so plan your finances around Rs 26,000 for the early period, and treat the move to Level-2 as a later step that depends on satisfactory service.
What is the Selection Process for GSSSB Operation Theatre Assistant 2026?
| Stage | Detail |
|---|---|
| Competitive exam | One MCQ paper, CBRT (computer based) or OMR, 210 questions, 210 marks, 3 hours |
| Document verification | About twice the category-wise vacancies, called by merit |
| Final list | Selection list and waiting list on merit |
| Part | Content | Marks |
|---|---|---|
| Part-A | Reasoning and Data Interpretation 30, Quantitative Aptitude 30, Constitution 10, Current Affairs 10, Comprehension 10 | 90 |
| Part-B | Technical subject: Anatomy 15, Physiology 15, Applied Microbiology 20, Pharmacology 15, Anaesthesia Technology 20, Healthcare and Diseases 15, Instruments and Physics 10, Communication, Behaviour and Computer 10 | 120 |
There is negative marking of one-fourth of the question’s marks for each wrong answer. You need at least 40% separately in Part-A and in Part-B. The English syllabus prevails over the Gujarati translation. Widows get 5% of marks added (if not remarried), and sportspersons get 5% for national, international, inter-university or school-federation representation. The exam date is not announced yet and will come on the Board website. Most marks test your technical subject, so spend most of your time on anatomy, microbiology, anaesthesia technology and instruments, and keep daily practice for reasoning and maths. Do not ignore the 40% cut-off in each part, because a strong Part-B cannot rescue a weak Part-A. When you start preparing, use our syllabus page and exam calendar.
How to Apply for GSSSB Operation Theatre Assistant 2026 Online?
Keep your SSC details, education certificates, category certificate, photo and signature, and your bank passbook first page ready. One Time Registration (OTR) on OJAS is mandatory before you apply.
| Step | Action |
|---|---|
| 1 | Open the OJAS portal (link in Essential Links below), go to Online Application, and select GSSSB |
| 2 | Choose Advt. No. 460/202627 Operation Theatre Assistant, Class-3 and click Apply |
| 3 | Enter your OTR number and date of birth; personal details are filled automatically |
| 4 | Fill SSC details, bank details (for refund) and educational details, accept the declaration and save |
| 5 | Upload photo and signature (JPG, up to 15 KB each) and the passbook page |
| 6 | Confirm the application to get a Confirmation Number; no edits are allowed after this |
| 7 | Print the application, as it cannot be downloaded after the last date |
| 8 | Pay the fee online by 1 November 2026 and keep the receipt |
An application without the fee is invalid and rejected without notice. If you apply more than once, only the last confirmed application with fee is valid, and earlier fees are not refunded. Your category cannot be changed after confirmation. Keep one mobile number and email active throughout, and use the same photograph at every stage, as the Board asks. Take the printout of the confirmed form before the last date, since it cannot be downloaded afterwards. Fill the form in one calm sitting, not at the last minute, and check each entry against your original certificates.
What is the Application Fee for GSSSB Operation Theatre Assistant 2026?
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| Unreserved (General) | Rs 500 |
| Women (all categories), SEBC, SC, ST, EWS, PwD and Ex-Servicemen | Rs 400 |
Pay by debit card, internet banking, UPI or wallet. Transaction charges are extra. No category is fully exempt. The fee is refunded to candidates who appear in the exam, but not to absentees or to rejected applications. No offline fee is accepted after the deadline.
What are the Important Dates for GSSSB Operation Theatre Assistant 2026?
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification date | 14 October 2026 |
| Application starts | 15 October 2026, 2:00 pm |
| Last date to apply | 29 October 2026, 11:59 pm |
| Last date to pay fee | 1 November 2026, 11:59 pm |
| Exam date | To be announced |
Conditions That Can Cost You the Job
| Condition | What it means for you |
|---|---|
| False details | Wrong or false details or certificates lead to cancelled candidature, disqualification and legal action |
| Certificates | Originals must be shown at document verification, otherwise the application is cancelled |
| Debarment | A candidate currently debarred by GPSC, another board or a government body has the application cancelled |
| Misconduct | Impersonation, forged documents, copying or unfair means lead to criminal action and debarment from GSSSB exams or State service |
| SEBC certificate | A married woman must use her parents’ income certificate; one based on the husband’s income is rejected |
| EWS certificate | Certificates meant for Gujarat state scheme benefits are not accepted |
| Appointment | Passing the exam gives no right to appointment, and the Board may change or cancel the process without reasons |
Essential Links for GSSSB Operation Theatre Assistant 2026
- Download Official Notification PDF
- Apply Online for GSSSB Operation Theatre Assistant Recruitment 2026 – 16 Posts
- Visit GSSSB Operation Theatre Assistant Official Website
- Join WhatsApp Channel for Government Jobs
- Join Telegram Channel for Government Jobs
- Join Gujarat Government Jobs Telegram Channel
If you hold the required qualification, do not wait for the last evening. If no fee receipt is generated, the fee is not counted and the application is invalid. Finish your form well before 29 October 2026 and pay the fee soon after. Keep visiting GovtJobsAlert.in for more Gujarat government job updates.