The Gujarat Subordinate Service Selection Board (GSSSB) has released Advertisement No. 468/202627 for the Gujarat Subordinate Services Class-3 (Group-A and Group-B) Combined Competitive Examination, widely called GSSSB CCE 2.0 Recruitment 2026. The board will fill 1,237 posts: 243 in Group-A and 994 Junior Clerk posts in Group-B. Online applications opened on 5 November 2026 and close on 30 November 2026.
GSSSB CCE 2.0 Recruitment 2026 Key Highlights
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Organisation | Gujarat Subordinate Service Selection Board (GSSSB) |
| Advertisement No. | 468/202627 |
| Exam | Gujarat Subordinate Services Class-3 (Group-A & B) Combined Competitive Exam (CCE 2.0) |
| Total posts | 1,237 (Group-A: 243, Group-B: 994) |
| Application start | 5 Nov 2026, 2:00 PM |
| Application last date | 30 Nov 2026, 11:59 PM |
| Fee payment last date | 2 Dec 2026, 11:59 PM |
| Apply at | ojas.gujarat.gov.in |
| Official website | gsssb.gujarat.gov.in |
Post-wise Vacancies and Fixed Salary
Group-A (243 posts)
| Post | Vacancies | Fixed monthly pay (first 5 years) |
|---|---|---|
| Sub Registrar, Grade-1 | 6 | ₹49,600 |
| Sub Registrar, Grade-2 | 15 | ₹40,800 |
| Assistant Tribal Development Officer | 50 | ₹49,600 |
| Social Welfare Inspector | 89 | ₹40,800 |
| Office Superintendent (Prohibition & Excise) | 7 | ₹49,600 |
| Office Assistant (GPSC) | 15 | ₹26,000 |
| Head Clerk | 10 | ₹40,800 |
| Senior Clerk | 51 | ₹26,000 |
Group-B (994 posts)
| Post | Vacancies | Fixed monthly pay (first 5 years) |
|---|---|---|
| Junior Clerk (various departments) | 994 | ₹26,000 |
Selected candidates are appointed on a fixed salary for the first five years. After satisfactory service, they move to the regular pay scale under the rules in force at that time. The number of posts may increase or decrease.
Eligibility
- Nationality: Indian citizen, or as per Rule 7 of the Gujarat Civil Services Classification and Recruitment (General) Rules, 1967.
- Education: A bachelor’s degree from a recognised university, or an equivalent qualification recognised by the government.
- Computer skills: Basic computer knowledge as prescribed by the Gujarat government. Candidates without a certificate can still apply, but must produce a pass certificate in the basic computer test before appointment.
- Language: Adequate knowledge of Gujarati or Hindi, or both.
Age Limit (as on 30 November 2026)
The general age limit is 20 to 35 years. Relaxation, with a maximum age of 45 years in most cases, applies as follows:
- General category women: 5 years
- Reserved category men: 5 years
- Reserved category women: 10 years (maximum 45)
- General category men with disability: 10 years (maximum 45)
- General category women with disability: 15 years (maximum 45)
- Reserved category men with disability: 15 years (maximum 45)
- Reserved category women with disability: 20 years (maximum 45)
- Ex-servicemen: service period plus up to 3 years
Reserved category candidates who apply for unreserved posts get no age relaxation. Reservation benefits apply only to candidates from Gujarat’s reserved categories.
Application Fee
- General (unreserved): ₹500
- Reserved categories (women of all categories, SEBC, SC, ST, EWS, disabled, ex-servicemen): ₹400
The fee must be paid online (debit card, net banking, UPI or wallet), plus the transaction charge. Candidates who appear in the exam get the fee refunded through the same payment mode. There is no refund for those who skip the exam or whose application is rejected. Applications without the fee are cancelled.
Selection Process
Stage 1: Preliminary Exam (common for Group-A and B)
- 150 MCQs, 150 marks, 120 minutes
- Negative marking of 0.25 per wrong answer
- Subjects: English (15), Gujarati (15), General Awareness & Current Affairs (30), Quantitative Aptitude (30), Reasoning (60)
- It is a screening test only, and prelim marks are not counted in the final merit.
- Candidates up to 7 times the category-wise vacancies qualify for the Mains, with separate lists for Group-A and Group-B.
- The minimum qualifying standard is 40%.
Stage 2: Main Exam
- Group-A (descriptive), 350 marks: Gujarati Language Skill (100), English Language Skill (100) and General Studies (150). Each paper is 3 hours.
- Group-B (MCQ), 200 marks, 120 minutes: Indian State System and Constitution, Indian Economy, Public Administration, Ethics, Government Schemes, Current Affairs, Gujarat History and Geography, Gujarat Cultural Heritage, Gujarati and English, and Science, Environment and IT.
The final merit list is based on Main Exam marks. No waiting list will be prepared.
Bonus Marks
- Widows: 5% of the marks obtained are added. Candidates must not have remarried at the time of appointment.
- Sportspersons: 5% of the marks obtained are added for representing at national or international level, in inter-university competitions, or in All India School Federation events. Recognised sports include athletics, badminton, cricket, football, hockey, kabaddi, kho-kho and chess, among others. A certificate in the prescribed format is required.
How to Apply
- Go to ojas.gujarat.gov.in. Candidates without a One Time Registration (OTR) must complete it first.
- Under “Online Application”, click Apply, select GSSSB and choose Advertisement No. 468/202627.
- Click “Apply Now” and fill in Personal Details, Educational Details and the Assurance.
- Save the application and note the Application Number.
- Upload a recent photograph (white background, dated, taken within one year of the last date) and a signature as JPG files under 15 KB. The photo should be 5 cm × 3.6 cm and the signature 2.5 cm × 7.5 cm.
- Check all details carefully, then click “Confirm Application”. Nothing can be changed after confirmation. You will receive a Confirmation Number.
- Pay the fee online by 2 December 2026 and save the receipt.
- Print the application form and keep it until the recruitment process ends.
If you submit more than one application, only the last confirmed one is valid.
Important Points for Candidates
- Keep all original certificates ready (education, age, caste, disability, non-creamy layer, EWS and others). The details in your application must match them exactly, or the application can be cancelled.
- SEBC candidates need a non-creamy layer certificate obtained between 1 April 2024 and 30 November 2026. Married women must submit it based on their parents’ income.
- EWS candidates need a certificate obtained between 1 December 2023 and 30 November 2026, or an Income and Asset Certificate for FY 2026-27. Certificates meant for Gujarat state schemes are not accepted.
- Keep your mobile number and email active, as exam updates will come by SMS.
- Government employees may apply but must inform their department.
- For help with the application process, call the GSSSB office at 079-23258916.
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification date | 3 November 2026 |
| Online application starts | 5 November 2026, 2:00 PM |
| Last date to apply online | 30 November 2026, 11:59 PM |
| Last date to pay exam fee | 2 December 2026, 11:59 PM |
| Cut-off date for age, qualification and certificates | 30 November 2026 |
| Preliminary exam date | To be announced |
| Main exam date | To be announced |
| Admit card | To be announced on the GSSSB website |
Important Links
| Description | Link |
|---|---|
| Apply online (OJAS) | ojas.gujarat.gov.in |
| Official website (GSSSB) | gsssb.gujarat.gov.in |
| Official notification (Advt. 468/202627) | Read Here |
| Helpline (GSSSB office) | 079-23258916 |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is GSSSB CCE 2.0?
It is the media name for the Gujarat Subordinate Services Class-3 (Group-A and Group-B) Combined Competitive Exam under Advt. No. 468/202627.
How many posts are there?
There are 1,237 posts: 243 in Group-A and 994 Junior Clerk posts in Group-B. The numbers may change.
What is the last date to apply?
30 November 2026, until 11:59 PM. The exam fee can be paid until 2 December 2026.
What is the educational qualification?
A bachelor’s degree from a recognised university, or an equivalent qualification. Candidates also need basic computer knowledge and adequate knowledge of Gujarati or Hindi, or both.
What is the age limit?
20 to 35 years as on 30 November 2026. Women, reserved categories, disabled candidates and ex-servicemen get relaxation as per the rules.
What is the application fee?
₹500 for the general category and ₹400 for reserved categories (including women of all categories), plus the transaction charge. The fee is refunded to candidates who appear in the exam.
What is the selection process?
A Preliminary Exam (150 MCQs, 120 minutes, 0.25 negative marking) followed by a Main Exam. Group-A has a descriptive Main Exam of 350 marks and Group-B has an MCQ Main Exam of 200 marks.
Do prelim marks count in the final merit?
No. The prelim is only a screening test. The final merit is based on Main Exam marks, with no waiting list.
Can a candidate apply without a computer certificate?
Yes. But the candidate must produce a pass certificate in the basic computer test before getting the appointment.
Can I edit my application after confirming it?
No. Nothing can be changed after confirmation, so check every detail first. If you submit more than one application, only the last confirmed one is valid.
