GPSSB Gram Sevak Recruitment 2026: 500 Vacancies, Online Application, Eligibility, Syllabus & Complete Details

GPSSB Gram Sevak Recruitment 2026 has officially released Advertisement No. 03/2026-27 for the recruitment of 500 Gram Sevak (Class-3) posts across various District Panchayats in Gujarat. The online application window is open from 16th April 2026 to 7th May 2026. This is a golden opportunity for candidates holding Agriculture-related degrees or diplomas to secure a government job in Gujarat’s Panchayat service.

Quick Overview – GPSSB Gram Sevak Bharti 2026

District-Wise Vacancy Distribution

The 500 vacancies are spread across multiple District Panchayats in Gujarat. Here is the complete district-wise and category-wise breakdown:

Key Observation: Surat district has the highest number of vacancies (70), followed by Dahod (50), Chhota Udepur (43), and Anand (41). Several districts such as Bhavnagar, Botad, Gandhinagar, Gir Somnath, Junagadh, Mehsana, Morbi, Patan, Porbandar, Rajkot, Tapi, and Vav Tharad have zero vacancies in this recruitment cycle.

Reservation Details

Category-Wise Summary

• General (Unreserved): 264
• EWS (Economically Weaker Section): 47
• SEBC (Socially & Educationally Backward Class): 70
• SC (Scheduled Caste): 18
• ST (Scheduled Tribe): 101
• Ex-Servicemen Reserved: 43
• PwD (Persons with Disability) Reserved: 27

Women Reservation

• General Category Women: 83
• EWS Women: 09
• SEBC Women: 20
• SC Women: 05
• ST Women: 30

Note: Reservation benefits for SC, ST, SEBC, and EWS categories are available only to candidates who are originally from Gujarat.

Educational Qualification

Candidates must possess one of the following qualifications as on the last date of application (7th May 2026):

Option A – Degree

• Bachelor of Rural Studies (except Bachelor of Rural Studies in Home Science)
• B.Sc. (Agriculture)
• B.E. (Agriculture)
• B.Tech. (Agricultural Engineering)
• B.Sc. (Horticulture)

The degree must be obtained from a university established under a Central or State Act in India, or declared as a deemed university under Section 3 of the UGC Act, 1956.

Option B – Diploma

• Diploma in Agriculture
• Diploma in Horticulture
• Diploma in Agriculture Engineering
• Diploma in Agro-Processing
• Polytechnic Diploma in Agriculture Co-operation Banking and Marketing

The diploma must be obtained from an Agriculture University incorporated under a Central or State Agriculture Universities Act.

Additional Requirements

• Computer Knowledge: Basic knowledge of computer applications as prescribed under Gujarat Civil Services Classification and Recruitment (General) Rules, 1967. This can be fulfilled through a computer diploma, degree, certificate course, or by having passed Standard 10 or 12 with Computer as a subject.
• Language: Adequate knowledge of Gujarati or Hindi or both.

Age Limit

Candidates must meet the following age criteria as on 7th May 2026:

• Minimum Age: 18 years
• Maximum Age: 35 years

Age Relaxation

Important: In no case shall the age exceed 45 years after applying all relaxations.

Birth Date Range for General Male Candidates

Born between 07/05/1991 and 07/05/2008 (both dates inclusive).

Application Fee

Payment Mode: Online via SBI e-Pay (Debit Card, UPI, Internet Banking, NEFT, or Credit Card).

Late Fee Option: If a General category candidate fails to pay the fee online by the deadline, they may visit the GPSSB office between 8th May 2026 and 12th May 2026 during working hours and pay a Process Fee of ₹500 in cash. This applies only to candidates whose applications are already confirmed online but fee was not paid.

Note: Application fee once paid is non-refundable under any circumstances.

How to Apply Online for Gram Sevak Bharti 2026

1. Visit https://ojas.gujarat.gov.in.
2. Click on “Current Advertisement” → “View All”.
3. Select GUJARAT PANCHAYAT SERVICE SELECTION BOARD (GPSSB) from the department dropdown.
4. Click on Advertisement No. 03/2026-27 (Gram Sevak).
5. Read the detailed advertisement carefully by clicking “Details”.
6. Click “Apply” and choose one of two methods:
   • Apply with OTR (One Time Registration): If you already have an OTR number on OJAS, enter it along with your date of birth. Your pre-saved details including photograph and signature will auto-fill.
   • Skip OTR: Fill in all details manually including personal information, communication details, educational details, disability details (if applicable), etc.
7. Upload a recent Photograph (up to 15 KB, JPG format) and Signature (up to 15 KB, JPG format).
8. Read and accept the Declaration.
9. Save the application – an Application Number will be generated. Keep it safe.
10. Click “Confirm Application” → Enter Application Number and Birth Date → Preview your application → If everything is correct, click “Confirm Application”.
11. Once confirmed, a Confirmation Number is generated. Print and save the confirmed application.
12. General category candidates: Pay the application fee via SBI e-Pay after confirmation.

Warning: Once confirmed, no changes can be made to the application by the candidate or GPSSB. Ensure all details match your original certificates before confirming.

Exam Pattern & Syllabus for GPSSB Gram Sevak Bharti 2026

The competitive examination will be conducted as an MCQ-based objective type test using either Computer Based Recruitment Test (CBRT) or Optical Mark Recognition (OMR) method. There will be one question paper with the following structure:

Duration: 3 Hours

General Awareness & GK Topics Include:

• General Mental Ability and General Intelligence
• History of India and Gujarat
• Cultural Heritage of India and Gujarat
• Geography of India and Gujarat
• Sports
• Indian Polity and the Constitution of India
• Panchayati Raj
• Welfare Schemes of Gujarat State and Union Government
• Indian Economy and Planning
• General Science, Environment, and ICT
• Current Affairs – Regional, National, and International

Marking Scheme

• Correct Answer: +1 mark
• Wrong Answer: −0.25 marks (Negative Marking applies)
• If questions are cancelled in the Final Answer Key, marks are calculated on a Pro-Rata basis.

Merit Tie-Breaking Rules

1. Candidate with higher age gets preference.
2. If both marks and date of birth are identical, the candidate with higher merit in educational qualification gets preference.

Selection Process

1. Online Application → Provisional Admission (no document verification at this stage)
2. Competitive Exam (CBRT/OMR)
3. Provisional Answer Key (P.A.K.) published → Objections invited
4. Final Answer Key (F.A.K.) prepared
5. Provisional Result & Merit List published
6. Document Verification of candidates in the Provisional Merit List (online or in-person)
7. On-Screen District Allotment (candidates called in order of merit for preference-based district allocation)
8. Final Select List & Recommendation List published
9. Waiting List also published as per rules

Salary & Pay Scale

• Initial 5 Years: ₹26,000 per month (Fixed Pay – Contractual Appointment)
• After 5 Years: Upon satisfactory completion, candidates become eligible for regular appointment with the applicable pay scale as per government norms at that time.

PwD (Divyang) Reservation Details

Out of 500 vacancies, 27 posts are reserved for PwD candidates across the following categories:

Minimum 40% disability certified by a competent medical authority is required to claim PwD benefits.

Ex-Servicemen Provisions

• 43 posts are reserved for Ex-Servicemen across all categories.
• The candidate must have personally served as a serviceman with a minimum of 6 months continuous service.
• Age relaxation: Service period + 3 years (maximum 45 years).
• Ex-servicemen due to retire within one year may also apply by selecting the “Due to Retire in One Year” option.

Widow (Vidhva) Candidates

• Widow candidates must indicate “Yes” in the relevant column of the online application.
• They are eligible for 5% additional marks on the total marks obtained in the competitive exam (subject to document verification).
• An affidavit declaring “have not remarried” must be submitted during document verification.

Sports Quota – Additional Marks

Candidates holding valid sports certificates from competent authorities as per government norms are eligible for 5% additional marks on total marks obtained. The sports certificate details must be filled in during the online application. Claims made after the application deadline will not be entertained.

Important Dates at a Glance

Important Links

• Online Application: https://ojas.gujarat.gov.in
• GPSSB Official Website: https://gpssb.gujarat.gov.in
• Anti-Corruption Helpline: 1800-233-44444 or 1064

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q1: Can I apply for multiple districts? You apply for the Gram Sevak post through a single application. District allotment happens after the exam based on merit and preference during on-screen counselling.

Q2: Is there negative marking in the exam? Yes. For every wrong answer, 0.25 marks will be deducted from the total.

Q3: Can I edit my application after confirmation? No. Once confirmed, no modifications are allowed by the candidate or GPSSB. Be extremely careful before confirming.

Q4: Do reserved category candidates need to pay any fee? No. SC, ST, SEBC, EWS, Ex-Servicemen, and PwD candidates are exempt from application fees.

Q5: What is the minimum qualifying percentage in the exam? GPSSB will determine the minimum qualifying standard, but it shall not be less than 40% for any category.

Q6: Can candidates from outside Gujarat apply? Yes, but reservation benefits for SC/ST/SEBC/EWS are available only to candidates who are originally from Gujarat.

Q7: Is the appointment permanent from day one? No. The initial appointment is on a fixed-pay contractual basis for 5 years at ₹26,000/month. Regularisation happens after satisfactory completion of 5 years.

Final Tips for Candidates

• Read the complete official advertisement carefully before applying.
• Keep all original certificates ready – educational, caste, disability, ex-servicemen, sports, etc.
• Upload a clear recent photograph and signature in JPG format within the 15 KB size limit.
• Keep multiple copies of the uploaded photograph for use during the exam and subsequent stages.
• Maintain the same mobile number and email ID throughout the recruitment process.
• Regularly check the GPSSB website for updates on exam dates, hall tickets, and results.
• Beware of fraud – do not pay money to anyone claiming to offer jobs on behalf of GPSSB.