GSSSB CCE 2.0 Recruitment 2026
GSSSB CCE 2.0 Recruitment 2026: 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). There are 1,237 vacancies: 243 Group-A posts and 994 Group-B Junior Clerk posts. Graduates aged 20 to 35 can apply online on ojas.gujarat.gov.in from 5 November 2026 (2:00 PM) to 30 November 2026 (11:59 PM). The exam fee must be paid by 2 December 2026 (11:59 PM).
Group-A covers Sub Registrar (Grade-1 and Grade-2), Assistant Tribal Development Officer, Social Welfare Inspector, Office Superintendent, Office Assistant, Head Clerk and Senior Clerk. Selection is through a common Preliminary exam (150 marks), then a separate Main exam for each group: descriptive (350 marks) for Group-A and objective (200 marks) for Group-B. Pay is a fixed ₹26,000 to ₹49,600 a month for the first five years, depending on the post.
Latest Update (13 November 2026): The online form is open. Apply on OJAS by 30 November 2026 (11:59 PM) and pay the fee by 2 December 2026 (11:59 PM). Prelims date is not announced yet.
GSSSB CCE 2.0 2026 - Overview
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Recruiting Body | Gujarat Subordinate Service Selection Board (GSSSB), Gandhinagar |
| Exam Name | Gujarat Subordinate Services Class-3 (Group-A and Group-B) Combined Competitive Examination (CCE 2.0) |
| Advertisement No. | 468/202627 |
| Advertisement Date | 03.11.2026 |
| Total Vacancies | 1,237 (Group-A 243, Group-B 994) |
| Qualification | Bachelor's degree, basic computer knowledge, Gujarati or Hindi |
| Age Limit | 20-35 years as on 30.11.2026 |
| Pay | ₹26,000 to ₹49,600 fixed per month for 5 years (by post) |
| Application Fee | ₹500 (Unreserved) / ₹400 (reserved categories, all women, PwD, ExSM), refundable on appearing |
| Application Dates | 05.11.2026 (2:00 PM) to 30.11.2026 (11:59 PM) |
| Selection Process | Preliminary exam, Main exam, document verification |
| Job Location | Gujarat |
| Apply Online | ojas.gujarat.gov.in |
| Official Website | gsssb.gujarat.gov.in |
GSSSB CCE 2.0 2026 Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Advertisement date | 03.11.2026 |
| Online application starts | 05.11.2026, 2:00 PM |
| Last date to apply online | 30.11.2026, 11:59 PM |
| Last date to pay the exam fee | 02.12.2026, 11:59 PM |
| Cut-off date for age and qualification | 30.11.2026 |
| Preliminary exam date | Not announced yet |
| Group-A and Group-B Main exam dates | Not announced yet |
GSSSB CCE 2.0 Vacancy 2026
The advertisement lists 1,237 posts: 243 in Group-A and 994 in Group-B (Junior Clerk only). It says the number of posts may increase or decrease.
Group-A Post-Wise Vacancy
| Post (Class 3, Group-A) | Posts |
|---|---|
| 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 |
Group-B Junior Clerk Department-Wise Vacancy
| Department / Office | Posts |
|---|---|
| Commissionerate of Schools | 200 |
| Commissionerate of Transport | 160 |
| Cooperative Societies | 100 |
| Forest Department | 100 |
| Medical Education and Research Division | 100 |
| Directorate of Tribal Development | 90 |
| Directorate of Food and Civil Supplies | 50 |
| Commissionerate of Youth Services and Cultural Activities | 40 |
| Charity Commissioner | 35 |
| Directorate of Social Defence | 28 |
| NCC Directorate | 28 |
| Directorate of Prohibition and Excise | 20 |
| Food and Drugs Control Administration | 20 |
| Directorate of Economics and Statistics | 13 |
| Directorate of Archaeology | 4 |
| Gujarat Panchayat Service Selection Board | 4 |
| Directorate of Insurance | 1 |
| Development Commissioner Office | 1 |
| Group-B total (Junior Clerk) | 994 |
Commissionerate of Schools (200) and Commissionerate of Transport (160) have the most Junior Clerk posts. The category-wise split (Unreserved, EWS, SEBC, SC, ST, women, PwD, Ex-Servicemen) is in the official advertisement; we could not confirm it from two independent sources, so check the notice before you apply. Reserved posts are for reserved-category candidates who are original residents of Gujarat.
GSSSB CCE 2.0 Eligibility Criteria 2026
Educational Qualification
You must have:
- A Bachelor's degree from a university established under a Central or State Act, or a recognised institution, or an equivalent qualification recognised by the Government.
- Basic knowledge of computer applications as per the Gujarat Civil Services Classification and Recruitment (General) Rules, 1967. You can apply without the certificate, but you must produce it before appointment.
- Adequate knowledge of Gujarati or Hindi or both.
The qualification must be held by 30.11.2026.
Age Limit
The age limit is 20 to 35 years as on 30.11.2026.
| Category | Upper Age Relaxation |
|---|---|
| Women, general category | 5 years |
| Men, reserved categories | 5 years |
| Women, reserved categories | 10 years (maximum 45) |
| Men with disability, general category | 10 years (maximum 45) |
| Women with disability, general category | 15 years (maximum 45) |
| Men with disability, reserved categories | 15 years (maximum 45) |
| Women with disability, reserved categories | 20 years (maximum 45) |
| Ex-Servicemen | Length of service + 3 years |
Reservation-based age relaxation is for reserved-category candidates who are original residents of Gujarat.
GSSSB CCE 2.0 Application Fee 2026
| Category | Exam Fee |
|---|---|
| Unreserved | ₹500 |
| Women of all categories, SEBC, SC, ST, EWS, PwD and Ex-Servicemen | ₹400 |
- Pay online only (debit card, net banking, UPI or wallet) through OJAS after confirming your application. Transaction charges are extra.
- The last date to pay is 2 December 2026, 11:59 PM.
- The fee is refunded to candidates who appear in the Preliminary exam. Those who do not appear get no refund.
GSSSB CCE 2.0 Selection Process 2026
- Preliminary exam: common objective (MCQ) screening test for Group-A and Group-B.
- Shortlisting: about 7 times the category-wise vacancies are called to the Main exam, separately for Group-A and Group-B. Prelims marks are not counted in the final merit.
- Main exam: descriptive for Group-A, objective for Group-B.
- Merit list and document verification.
The minimum qualifying standard is 40% marks in each stage and paper.
GSSSB CCE 2.0 Exam Pattern 2026
Preliminary Exam (Group-A and Group-B)
| Subject | Marks |
|---|---|
| Reasoning | 60 |
| Quantitative Aptitude | 30 |
| General Awareness and Current Affairs | 30 |
| English | 15 |
| Gujarati | 15 |
| Total | 150 |
- 150 questions, 150 marks, 120 minutes
- Negative marking: 0.25 mark for each wrong answer
- PwD candidates get 20 extra minutes per hour
Group-A Main Exam (Descriptive)
| Paper | Subject | Marks | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| Paper-I | Gujarati Language Skill | 100 | 3 hours |
| Paper-II | English Language Skill | 100 | 3 hours |
| Paper-III | General Studies | 150 | 3 hours |
| Total | 350 |
Group-B Main Exam (Objective, 120 minutes)
| Subject | Marks |
|---|---|
| Indian State System and Constitution | 20 |
| Indian Economy, State Economy and NITI Aayog | 20 |
| Public Administration and Governance | 20 |
| Discipline and Ethics in Public Service | 10 |
| Government Schemes | 30 |
| Regional, National and International Events including Current Affairs | 30 |
| History and Geography of Gujarat | 20 |
| Cultural Heritage of Gujarat | 10 |
| Gujarati and English | 20 |
| Science, Environment and Information Technology | 20 |
| Total | 200 |
GSSSB CCE 2.0 Salary 2026
For the first five years, selected candidates get a fixed monthly pay by post. After five years of satisfactory service, they become eligible for regular appointment in the post's 7th Pay Commission pay scale. The pay level for each post is not stated in the sources we could check.
| Post | Fixed Pay (first 5 years) |
|---|---|
| Sub Registrar, Grade-1 | ₹49,600 |
| Assistant Tribal Development Officer | ₹49,600 |
| Office Superintendent | ₹49,600 |
| Sub Registrar, Grade-2 | ₹40,800 |
| Social Welfare Inspector | ₹40,800 |
| Head Clerk | ₹40,800 |
| Office Assistant | ₹26,000 |
| Senior Clerk | ₹26,000 |
| Junior Clerk | ₹26,000 |
How to Apply for GSSSB CCE 2.0 Recruitment 2026
- Go to ojas.gujarat.gov.in and complete One Time Registration (OTR) if you have not done it.
- Open Online Application → Apply and select GSSSB.
- Select Advertisement No. 468/202627 (Class-3 Group-A and Group-B CCE) and click Apply Now.
- Fill in your personal, educational and category details exactly as in your certificates, then save and note your application number.
- Upload your photograph and signature.
- Click Confirm Application and note your confirmation number.
- Pay the fee online by 2 December 2026, 11:59 PM, and print the application and fee receipt.
GSSSB CCE 2.0 Recruitment 2026 FAQs
What is the last date to apply for GSSSB CCE 2.0 2026?
The last date to apply online is 30 November 2026 (11:59 PM). The fee can be paid until 2 December 2026 (11:59 PM).
How many vacancies are there in GSSSB CCE 2.0?
1,237: 243 Group-A posts and 994 Group-B Junior Clerk posts.
GSSSB CCE 2.0 ke liye age limit kya hai? (आयु सीमा)
आयु 20 से 35 वर्ष (30.11.2026 तक)। सामान्य वर्ग की महिलाओं और आरक्षित वर्ग के पुरुषों को 5 साल, आरक्षित वर्ग की महिलाओं को 10 साल (अधिकतम 45) की छूट है।
GSSSB Junior Clerk ki salary kitni hai? (वेतन)
पहले 5 साल ₹26,000 फिक्स प्रति माह मिलेगा। उसके बाद संतोषजनक सेवा पर नियमित वेतनमान मिलेगा।
Who can apply for GSSSB CCE 2.0?
Any graduate with basic computer knowledge and adequate Gujarati or Hindi, aged 20 to 35 on 30 November 2026. Candidates from other states can apply, but only in the unreserved category.
What is the application fee?
₹500 for unreserved candidates and ₹400 for women of all categories, SEBC, SC, ST, EWS, PwD and Ex-Servicemen. It is refunded if you appear in the Prelims.
How is the selection done?
A common Prelims (150 marks, 0.25 negative marking), then a Main exam: descriptive 350 marks for Group-A or objective 200 marks for Group-B, followed by document verification.
Is this the same as the GSSSB CCE 2026 (Advt 378/202526) exam?
No. That was an earlier CCE advertisement (378/202526) released in February 2026. CCE 2.0 is a new advertisement, 468/202627, with 1,237 posts and a separate application on OJAS. It is also separate from the GSSSB Work Assistant recruitment (Advt 461/202627).
GSSSB CCE 2.0 Recruitment 2026 Important Links
| Link | Details |
|---|---|
| Official Notification PDF (Advt 468/202627) | Download GSSSB CCE 2.0 Notification |
| Apply Online | ojas.gujarat.gov.in |
| Official GSSSB Website | gsssb.gujarat.gov.in |
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Final Words
GSSSB CCE 2.0 Recruitment 2026 (Advt 468/202627) offers 1,237 Class 3 posts to graduates in Gujarat, including 994 Junior Clerk posts. Apply on OJAS before 30 November 2026, confirm the form and pay the fee by 2 December. Then start on Reasoning, which carries 60 of the 150 Prelims marks.
Important: The official GSSSB and OJAS websites could not be reached when this post was written, so these details are taken from reports by Jagran Josh, FreeJobAlert, Karmasandhan and Sarkari Result that agree on every figure, not directly from the official PDF. Always confirm the details and any corrigendum in the official advertisement on gsssb.gujarat.gov.in and ojas.gujarat.gov.in before applying.