The Gujarat Subordinate Service Selection Board (GSSSB), Gandhinagar, has released Advertisement No. 468/202627 dated 3 November 2026 for the Gujarat Subordinate Services Class-3 (Group-A and Group-B) Combined Competitive Examination (CCE 2.0). A total of 1,237 Class-3 vacancies are announced — 243 Group-A posts and 994 Group-B Junior Clerk posts. Online applications open on 5 November 2026 at 2:00 PM and close on 30 November 2026 at 11:59 PM through the OJAS portal. Read the notification for eligibility, selection process, pay scale and all other information.
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Advertisement No. 468/202627 issued | 3 November 2026 |
| Online application start | 5 November 2026, 2:00 PM |
| Last date to apply online | 30 November 2026, 11:59 PM |
| Last date for fee payment | 2 December 2026, 11:59 PM |
| Age and qualification cut-off date | 30 November 2026 |
| Preliminary examination date | To be notified |
| Main examination dates | To be notified |
Application Fee
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| Unreserved (General) | Rs. 500 |
| SC / ST / SEBC / EWS / Women (all categories) / Persons with Disabilities / Ex-Servicemen | Rs. 400 |
Payment is online only through OJAS — debit card, internet banking, UPI or wallet. The notification states that the examination fee will be refunded to candidates who actually appear for the preliminary examination.
Vacancy Details
| Group | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Group-A (Sub Registrar, Assistant Tribal Development Officer, Social Welfare Inspector, Office Superintendent, Office Assistant, Head Clerk, Senior Clerk) | 243 |
| Group-B (Junior Clerk) | 994 |
| Total | 1,237 |
Group-A Post-wise Vacancies
| Post | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Sub Registrar, Grade-1 | 6 |
| Sub Registrar, Grade-2 | 15 |
| Assistant Tribal Development Officer | 50 |
| Social Welfare Inspector | 89 |
| Office Superintendent | 7 |
| Office Assistant | 15 |
| Head Clerk | 10 |
| Senior Clerk | 51 |
| Group-A Total | 243 |
The 994 Junior Clerk posts are distributed across various Gujarat government departments and offices. The number of posts may increase or decrease as per departmental requirements.
Age Limit
Candidates must be 20 to 35 years old as on 30 November 2026, before applicable relaxation. Age relaxation applies as per Gujarat Government rules, including 5 years for General-category women and reserved-category men, and 10 years for reserved-category women (subject to a maximum age of 45 years), with higher relaxation for Persons with Disabilities and Ex-Servicemen as per the rules.
Salary / Pay Scale
Fixed monthly salary for the first five years:
| Post | Monthly Salary |
|---|---|
| Sub Registrar, Grade-1 | Rs. 49,600 |
| Sub Registrar, Grade-2 | Rs. 40,800 |
| Assistant Tribal Development Officer | Rs. 49,600 |
| Social Welfare Inspector | Rs. 40,800 |
| Office Superintendent | Rs. 49,600 |
| Office Assistant | Rs. 26,000 |
| Head Clerk | Rs. 40,800 |
| Senior Clerk | Rs. 26,000 |
| Junior Clerk | Rs. 26,000 |
After five years of satisfactory service, candidates may become eligible for regular appointment in the corresponding government pay scale, subject to the prevailing rules.
Eligibility
- A Bachelor’s degree from a recognised university, or an equivalent qualification recognised by the government.
- Basic knowledge of computer applications is mandatory. Candidates who do not yet hold a computer-knowledge certificate may apply, but must produce acceptable certification before appointment.
- Adequate knowledge of Gujarati or Hindi, or both.
- Age and qualification are counted as on 30 November 2026, the last date to apply.
Selection Process
- Online application through the OJAS portal.
- Preliminary Examination — a common 150-mark objective examination for Group-A and Group-B candidates.
- Shortlisting for the Main Examination — separate Group-A and Group-B lists, generally up to seven times the number of category-wise vacancies.
- Main Examination — descriptive papers (350 marks) for Group-A and an objective examination (200 marks) for Group-B.
- Merit list preparation as per the main examination results and reservation provisions.
- Document Verification of shortlisted candidates.
Exam Pattern
The preliminary examination is a common objective test of 150 marks for both groups. The Group-A main examination is descriptive (350 marks) and the Group-B main examination is objective (200 marks). The detailed syllabus for the preliminary and main examinations is given in the official advertisement. Exam dates have not been announced yet.
Documents Required
- Photograph and signature in the prescribed format
- Bachelor’s degree certificate and marksheets
- Computer-knowledge certificate (or proof to be produced before appointment, as per the rules)
- Category certificate, if applicable
- Domicile / identity proof as required by the OJAS application form
- Fee payment receipt
How to Apply
- Visit the OJAS portal at ojas.gujarat.gov.in and complete One Time Registration (OTR) if you have not already done so.
- Find Advertisement No. 468/202627 for the Gujarat Subordinate Services Class-3 (Group-A and Group-B) Combined Competitive Examination (CCE 2.0).
- Select the group and post, and fill in personal, educational and category details carefully.
- Upload your photograph, signature and required documents in the prescribed format.
- Pay the examination fee online (Rs. 500 unreserved / Rs. 400 concession categories) by 2 December 2026.
- Submit the application before 30 November 2026, 11:59 PM, and save the confirmation and fee receipt.
- Keep checking gsssb.gujarat.gov.in for the preliminary examination date and call-letter instructions.
Interested candidates can read the full notification before applying.
Some Useful Important Links
| Link | Details |
|---|---|
| Apply Online | OJAS portal: ojas.gujarat.gov.in |
| Download Notification | GSSSB official website: gsssb.gujarat.gov.in |
| Official Website | gsssb.gujarat.gov.in |
The official notification / result document link is not independently confirmed for this post; the links above go to the official portal. If a link here is wrong, report it — corrections are published openly.
FAQs
How many vacancies are there in GSSSB CCE 2.0 Recruitment 2026?
1,237 posts: 243 Group-A posts and 994 Group-B Junior Clerk posts.
What is the last date to apply for GSSSB CCE 2.0?
30 November 2026, 11:59 PM; the fee can be paid until 2 December 2026.
What is the qualification for GSSSB CCE 2.0?
A Bachelor’s degree from a recognised university, basic computer knowledge, and adequate knowledge of Gujarati or Hindi.
What is the age limit for GSSSB CCE 2.0?
20 to 35 years as on 30 November 2026, with relaxation as per Gujarat Government rules.
What is the application fee for GSSSB CCE 2.0?
Rs. 500 for unreserved candidates and Rs. 400 for reserved and concession categories, refunded to candidates who appear for the preliminary examination.
What is the salary in GSSSB CCE 2.0?
A fixed monthly salary of Rs. 26,000 to Rs. 49,600 for the first five years, depending on the post.
What is the selection process for GSSSB CCE 2.0?
A common preliminary examination, separate Group-A and Group-B main examinations, merit list and document verification.
You may also like: GSSSB CCE Final Answer Key & Result 2026 Out: Group A & B Prelims — noting that the earlier post is the separate CCE cycle (Advt 378/202526) and this new post is CCE 2.0 (Advt 468/202627).
Sources: Gujarat Subordinate Service Selection Board (GSSSB), Advt No. 468/202627 dated 3 November 2026, via gsssb.gujarat.gov.in / ojas.gujarat.gov.in.
All the best to all candidates.
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