The Gujarat Subordinate Service Selection Board (GSSSB) has officially issued a recruitment notification for the appointment of Work Assistant, Class-3 cadre. This drive aims to fulfill technical manpower needs within the state administration.
Candidates selected for these roles will be assigned to the Central Drawing Office under the Narmada, Water Resources, Water Supply and Kalpsar Department in Gandhinagar. The appointment initially carries a fixed monthly stipend before transitioning to regular service.
Overview
The recruitment notification (Advt No. 461/202627) aims to fill a total of 1,663 vacancies across various administrative divisions in Gujarat. Selected candidates will receive a fixed remuneration of Rs. 26,000 per month for the first five years.
Upon the satisfactory completion of the initial five-year tenure, personnel will be regularized into the 7th Pay Commission pay matrix at Level-4 (Rs. 25,500 to Rs. 81,100).
Important Dates
- Notification Release: October 2026
- Online Application Start Date: 15/10/2026
- Last Date to Submit Online Application: 29/10/2026 (up to 23:59 hours)
- Last Date for Online Fee Payment: 01/11/2026 (up to 23:59 hours)
- Written Exam Date: To be announced
Vacancy Details & Eligibility
Applicants must check the seat allocation and minimum criteria before filling out the online application.
| Post Name | Total Posts | Age Limit (as of 29/10/2026) | Educational Qualifications |
|---|---|---|---|
| Work Assistant, Class-3 | 1,663 (General: 703, SEBC: 443, ST: 242, EWS: 160, SC: 115) |
18 to 33 years (Upper age relaxation applicable for reserved categories, women, and PwD applicants) |
Must hold a Diploma in Civil Engineering or recognized equivalent diploma disciplines. Must possess basic computer application knowledge and adequate proficiency in Gujarati, Hindi, or both. Note: Candidates holding a Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering are strictly NOT eligible. |
A reservation quota is also maintained within the total vacancies, providing seats for women (549 posts across categories), Persons with Disabilities (113 posts), and Ex-Servicemen (166 posts).
Application Fee
Candidates must remit the examination fee through online payment channels like Net Banking, Debit Card, UPI, or designated digital wallets.
- Unreserved (General) Category: Rs. 500/-
- Reserved Categories (SC, ST, SEBC, EWS, PwD, Ex-Servicemen, and all Female candidates): Rs. 400/-
How to Apply
- Navigate to the official Gujarat OJAS portal at ojas.gujarat.gov.in.
- Ensure you have completed the mandatory One Time Registration (OTR) on the platform.
- Go to the Online Application tab, select Apply, and pick GSSSB from the drop-down menu.
- Locate advertisement number 461/202627 for Work Assistant, Class-3, and click on Apply Now.
- Log in using your OTR credentials, fill in the academic and personal sections, and submit your valid bank details for verification or refund protocols.
- Upload scanned copies of your recent passport-sized photograph (white background, date stamped) and signature within the specified size parameters.
- Verify all information carefully and select Confirm Application to lock your submission. Note down your auto-generated Confirmation Number.
- Complete the transaction via the integrated payment gateway before the fee deadline and download the payment receipt along with the finalized application form.
Source: govtjobguru.in
Analysis provided by the NewsFlow UPSC & CGPSC Desk.
