GSSSB Surveyor Class-3 Recruitment 2026: Eligibility, Pay, Exam Pattern and Apply Link
The Gujarat Subordinate Service Selection Board (GSSSB) has announced 78 vacancies for Surveyor, Class-3 in the Gujarat Forest and Environment Department. If you hold a Diploma in Civil Engineering or an ITI Surveyor certificate and want a stable Gujarat government job, this is a good chance. The fixed pay is Rs 26,000 per month for the first five years.
Applications are open from 30 October 2026 and close on 20 November 2026. Read the education rule slowly, because a B.E. or B.Tech in Civil Engineering is not accepted for this post. This guide on GovtJobsAlert.in covers vacancies, age, pay, exam pattern, fee and the apply steps in simple words.
Key Highlights of GSSSB Surveyor Class-3 Recruitment 2026
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Organisation | Gujarat Subordinate Service Selection Board, Gandhinagar |
| Department | Forest and Environment Department, Gujarat |
| Advertisement No. | 467/202627 |
| Post | Surveyor, Class-3 |
| Total Vacancies | 78 |
| Pay | Rs 26,000 fixed per month for 5 years |
| Job Location | Gujarat |
| Application Window | 30 October 2026 to 20 November 2026 |
How Many Vacancies Are There in GSSSB Surveyor Class-3 Recruitment 2026?
There is one post, so the split below is for Surveyor, Class-3 only.
| Post | Category-wise Vacancies | Total |
|---|---|---|
| Surveyor, Class-3 | UR 35 / EWS 9 / SC 4 / ST 10 / SEBC 20 | 78 |
Some seats are reserved horizontally. They sit inside the 78 and are not extra posts.
| Horizontal Reservation | Posts |
|---|---|
| Women (UR 11, EWS 3, SC 1, ST 3, SEBC 6) | 24 |
| Ex-Servicemen | 7 |
| PwBD | 0 |
No post is reserved for PwBD. PwBD candidates can still apply against unreserved posts, but only those with disability category C (Leprosy Cured, Acid Attack Victim) are eligible. Vacancies may increase or decrease. Reserved-category seats are only for original residents of Gujarat.
What is the Eligibility for GSSSB Surveyor Class-3 2026?
You need either of the two routes below, plus basic computer knowledge and adequate knowledge of Gujarati, Hindi or both.
| Route | Requirement |
|---|---|
| Route 1 | Diploma in Civil Engineering from the Technical Examination Board, a recognised university or institution, or an equivalent qualification recognised by the Government |
| Route 2 | Certificate of a minimum one-year or two-year Surveyor course from a Government-recognised ITI |
Important: candidates holding a bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering are not eligible to apply. As per a Forest and Environment Department resolution dated 27 May 2026, only the equivalent diplomas below are accepted.
| No. | Accepted Equivalent Diploma |
|---|---|
| 1 | Diploma in Civil and Rural Engineering |
| 2 | Diploma in Civil Draftsman |
| 3 | Diploma in Civil Engineering |
| 4 | Diploma in Civil Engineering and Planning |
| 5 | Diploma in Civil Engineering (Building Service Engineering) |
| 6 | Diploma in Civil Engineering (Construction Technology) |
| 7 | Diploma in Civil Engineering (Construction) |
| 8 | Diploma in Civil Technology |
| 9 | Diploma in Construction Engineering |
| 10 | Diploma in Construction Technology |
| 11 | Diploma in Construction Technology and Management |
| 12 | Diploma in Quantity Surveying and Construction Management |
| 13 | Diploma in Survey Engineering |
| 14 | Diploma in Transportation Engineering |
If you are a diploma holder looking for government jobs or an ITI Surveyor, check your certificate title against this list first. The computer-knowledge certificate can be shown later: you may apply without it, but you must produce it before appointment. Accepted proof is a training institute certificate, a computer diploma or degree, a degree or diploma with computer as a subject, or SSC/HSC passed with computer.
GSSSB Surveyor Age Limit 2026 (as on 20 November 2026)
The age is counted as on 20 November 2026. The general limit is 18 to 33 years.
| Category | Maximum Age |
|---|---|
| General men | 33 years |
| General women | 38 years |
| Reserved-category men (SC, ST, SEBC, EWS) | 38 years |
| Reserved-category women | 43 years |
| General PwBD men | 43 years |
| General PwBD women | 45 years |
| Reserved PwBD men and women | 45 years |
| Ex-Servicemen | Length of service plus 3 years (minimum 6 months of service) |
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Reserved-category candidates who apply for unreserved posts get no age relaxation. Reserved-category relaxation applies only to original Gujarat residents. Existing Gujarat Government employees get relaxation as per the Gujarat Civil Services (General) Rules, 1967.
Physical Standards
| Standard | Others | ST (original Gujarat resident) |
|---|---|---|
| Men: height | 163 cm | 155 cm |
| Men: chest | 79 cm, 84 cm on expansion (minimum 5 cm expansion) | 79 cm, 84 cm on expansion |
| Men: weight | 50 kg | 50 kg |
| Women: height | 150 cm | 145 cm |
| Women: weight | 45 kg | 45 kg |
After appointment there is also a walking test: men 25 km in 4 hours and women 14 km in 4 hours. You get one extra chance. If you fail again, the appointment is cancelled.
What is the Salary for GSSSB Surveyor Class-3 2026?
| Period | Pay |
|---|---|
| First 5 years | Rs 26,000 per month, fixed |
| After 5 years (if service is satisfactory) | Pay Level-4, Rs 25,500 – 81,100 (7th CPC) |
The fixed pay follows a Finance Department resolution of 18 October 2023. The notice says this is subject to the Supreme Court judgment in SLP No. 14124/2012 and SLP No. 14125/2012.
What is the Selection Process for GSSSB Surveyor Class-3 2026?
Selection is based on one competitive MCQ exam only. There is no separate prelim or mains. The notice does not give the exam date yet; it will be announced on the Board website.
| Stage | Detail |
|---|---|
| 1. MCQ exam (CBRT/OMR) | One paper, Part A and Part B |
| 2. Original certificate check | About twice the category-wise vacancies, by merit |
| 3. Merit list | Selection list and waiting list |
| 4. At appointment | Physical standards check and walking test |
| Exam Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Part A (90 marks) | Reasoning and Data Interpretation 30, Quantitative Aptitude 30, Constitution of India, Current Affairs, Gujarati and English Comprehension 30 |
| Part B (120 marks) | Questions on the relevant subject and its applications |
| Questions and marks | 210 questions carrying 210 marks |
| Duration | 3 hours for Part A and Part B together |
| Negative marking | 1/4 of the marks deducted for each wrong answer |
| Qualifying marks | Minimum 40% separately in Part A and in Part B, for all categories |
| Level | Equivalent to the educational qualification |
| Bonus marks | 5% added for widows (not remarried) and for recognised sports participants |
Plan your preparation using the exam syllabus and pattern guides on our site. Passing the exam does not give you a right to appointment: the appointing authority must be satisfied you are fit in every way.
Conditions That Can Cost You the Post
| Condition | What it means for you |
|---|---|
| Wrong details | A false detail in the form or in original documents can cancel your candidature and disqualify you for other cadres. A selection or appointment can be cancelled at any stage |
| Multiple applications | If you apply more than once, only the last confirmed application with the fee is valid |
| Earlier disqualification | If another commission or board has disqualified you and that period is still running, your application is cancelled automatically |
| Husband’s income certificate | A woman candidate whose non-creamy layer certificate is based on her husband’s income has her application rejected |
| Walking test | Failing it twice cancels the appointment |
| Board’s rights | The Board can change or cancel this advertisement or the recruitment for any reason, without giving reasons |
Certificates must be valid on 20 November 2026. The SEBC non-creamy layer certificate (state format) must be issued between 1 April 2024 and 20 November 2026, and the central format between 1 April 2026 and 20 November 2026. The EWS certificate (state) must be issued between 21 November 2023 and 20 November 2026, and the central one between 1 April 2026 and 20 November 2026.
How to Apply Online for GSSSB Surveyor Class-3 2026
You must complete One Time Registration (OTR) on the OJAS portal first. Then follow these steps.
- Open the OJAS portal (link in Essential Links below) and finish OTR if you have not done it.
- Go to Online Application, click Apply, choose GSSSB and select Advt 467/202627, Surveyor Class-3.
- Fill personal, SSC, bank account and educational details. Upload the first page of your bank passbook, because any fee refund goes to this account.
- Accept the declaration and save. An Application Number is generated.
- Upload your photo and signature (JPG, maximum 15 KB each; white background; photo not older than 1 year before the last date).
- Click Confirm Application. A Confirmation Number is generated. Take a printout.
- Pay the fee online by 23 November 2026.
Keep your SEBC non-creamy layer or EWS certificate numbers and issue dates ready, as the form asks for them.
What are the Important Dates for GSSSB Surveyor Class-3 2026?
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Application start | 30 October 2026, 2:00 PM |
| Last date to apply online | 20 November 2026, 11:59 PM |
| Last date to pay fee | 23 November 2026, 11:59 PM |
| Admit card and exam date | To be announced on the Board website |
What is the Application Fee for GSSSB Surveyor Class-3 2026?
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| Unreserved (General) | Rs 500 |
| Women of all categories, SEBC, SC, ST, EWS, PwBD and Ex-Servicemen | Rs 400 |
Online transaction charges are extra. Pay by Debit Card, Internet Banking, UPI or Wallets only. The fee is refunded to the same mode only if you appear in the exam. There is no refund if you are absent or your application is cancelled, and fees paid on extra applications are not refunded.
Essential Links for GSSSB Surveyor Recruitment 2026
- Download Official Notification PDF (Detailed Advertisement 467/202627)
- Apply Online for GSSSB Surveyor Class-3 Recruitment 2026 (Advt 467/202627) – 78 Posts, Apply Online by 20 November (Gujarat)
- Visit GSSSB Surveyor Class-3 Official Website
- Join WhatsApp Channel for Government Jobs
- Join Telegram Channel for Government Jobs
- Join Gujarat Government Jobs Telegram Channel
If you hold the right diploma or ITI Surveyor certificate, do not wait for the last evening. Apply well before 20 November 2026, pay the fee by 23 November, and keep your printout safe. For more openings, see our other government jobs page and keep visiting GovtJobsAlert.in for updates on the admit card and exam date.