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GSSSB Surveyor Class-3 Recruitment 2026: Apply Online for 78 Vacancies in Forest & Environment Department

Advt No: Advt. No. 467/2026-27•Gujarat Subordinate Service Selection Board

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Total Vacancies

GSSSB

Surveyor, Class-3 (Forest & Environment Department)

Min Qualification

DIPLOMA

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Age Limit & Cut-off

18 – 33 Yrs

as on 20 Nov 2026

Pay Scale / Salary

₹25,500–₹81,100

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Gujarat Subordinate Service Selection Board (Advt No: Advt. No. 467/2026-27)

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About this Recruitment

The Gujarat Subordinate Service Selection Board (GSSSB) has announced official recruitment notification Advt. No. 467/2026-27 for 78 vacancies of Surveyor, Class-3 under the Forest and Environment Department, Government of Gujarat. Applicants must possess a Diploma in Civil Engineering from a recognized technical examination board/university OR hold an ITI Certificate in the Surveyor trade. Candidates holding B.E. / B.Tech degrees in Civil Engineering are explicitly barred from applying. Candidates will be selected based on a computer-based objective competitive examination followed by a mandatory physical standard measurement and endurance walking test (25 km for males and 14 km for females in 4 hours). Selected recruits receive a fixed pay of ₹26,000 per month for the first five years, after which they will be integrated into the regular 7th Pay Matrix Level-4 (₹25,500 – ₹81,100). Online registrations are open on the OJAS Gujarat portal from 30 October 2026 (2:00 PM) to 20 November 2026 (11:59 PM).

✨ Copilot Highlights

Direct recruitment for 78 Surveyor Class-3 vacancies in Gujarat Forest & Environment Department.
Strict technical eligibility: Diploma in Civil Engineering OR ITI Surveyor Certificate (B.E./B.Tech holders are strictly ineligible).
Structured remuneration: Fixed pay of ₹26,000/month for initial 5 years, followed by regular Level-4 Pay Scale (₹25,500 - ₹81,100).
Age eligibility: 18 to 33 years as on 20 November 2026, with up to 10 years relaxation for reserved categories.
Comprehensive physical fitness test: 25 km walking for males and 14 km for females in 4 hours.
Affordable application fee: ₹100 for General category; ₹0 for SC, ST, SEBC, EWS, Ex-SM, and PwD.
Online application portal active from 30 October 2026 to 20 November 2026 on ojas.gujarat.gov.in.

Age Limit & Eligibility Calculator

Minimum Age

18 Years

Maximum Age

33 Years

* Age calculated as on: 20 November 2026

Category-Wise Age Relaxations:

SEBC / EWS / SC / ST Male Candidates of Gujarat: +5 Years

Female Candidates (General / Unreserved): +5 Years

Reserved Category Female Candidates (SEBC / EWS / SC / ST): +10 Years

Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwD): +10 Years

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Educational Eligibility: DIPLOMA, ITI

Important Dates & Timeline

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Notification Released

30 October 2026

Application Start Date

30 October 2026

Last Date to Apply

20 November 2026

Exam Date

15 February 2027

Vacancy Breakdown

Post Name	Vacancies	Eligibility
Surveyor, Class-3 (Forest & Environment Department)	78	DIPLOMA

Compensation & 7th CPC Pay Matrix

Pay Scale & In-Hand Salary Simulator

Pay Level / Grade: Initial fixed monthly remuneration of ₹26,000 for first 5 years; subsequently placed in regular 7th Pay Matrix Level-4 (₹25,500 – ₹81,100)

Official Pay Scale

Fixed ₹26,000/month initially | Regular Scale: ₹25,500 - ₹81,100

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Ministry of Finance City Classification

Covered Locations: State Capitals & cities with 5–50 lakh population (e.g. Jaipur, Lucknow, Patna, Bhopal, Chandigarh)

Monthly Allowances & Earnings

Tier Y

Basic Pay₹25,500

Dearness Allowance (DA)50%

₹12,750

House Rent Allowance (HRA)18%

₹4,590

Transport Allowance (TA)₹2,700

Gross Monthly Salary₹45,540

Standard Deductions

Statutory

National Pension System (NPS)10% (Basic+DA)

-₹3,825

CGHS / Health Insurance-₹450

Group Insurance (CGEGIS)-₹60

Total Deductions-₹4,335

Estimated Monthly In-Hand in Class Y (Tier-2 Cities)

₹41,205

/ month (take-home)

Credited directly to the candidate's salary account after statutory NPS (10%) and medical deductions.

Approx Annual Gross (CTC)

₹5.46 LPA

Verified Statutory Pay Rules & Legal Disclaimer

Statutory Rules Disclaimer: The in-hand salary figures displayed above are illustrative estimates computed under 7th Central Pay Commission (7th CPC) / State Government Pay Matrix norms (Basic Pay + Dearness Allowance + City-Tier HRA + Transport Allowance minus statutory 10% NPS and health insurance contributions). Actual net monthly take-home on the candidate's official pay slip will vary based on exact posting location, city classification, entitlement/opting of government quarters (which waives HRA), and department-specific allowances. For binding statutory terms, please refer to the official recruitment notification.

Scheme of Examination & Syllabus

Exam Pattern & Detailed Syllabus

Official exam stages, subject marks distribution & interactive preparation tracker

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Stage 1: Primary Competitive Written Examination

Exam Mode: Computer Based Test (CBT) / OMR Objective Test

180 Minutes

Total Marks: 200

Negative Marking: 0.25 marks deducted per incorrect answer

Subject / Section	No. of Questions	Max Marks	Duration
Surveying Technical Domain (Chain, Compass, Plane Table, Theodolite, Total Station, GPS & Levelling)	120	120	100 min
General Studies & Constitution of India	30	30	30 min
Gujarati Language & Grammar	30	30	30 min
Basic Mathematics & Reasoning Ability	20	20	20 min

Official Application Protocol

How to Apply Online: Step-by-Step Guide

Keep all required educational certificates, scanned photograph, and signature ready before opening the application form.

Visit the official OJAS Gujarat portal at https://ojas.gujarat.gov.in.

Click on 'Online Application' and choose 'Apply' under the menu options.

Select department 'GSSSB (Gujarat Subordinate Service Selection Board)'.

Locate advertisement 'Advt. No. 467/2026-27 - Surveyor, Class-3' and click 'Apply Now'.

If registered with OTR (One Time Registration), enter your Registration Number and Date of Birth to auto-fill details, or proceed with new applicant details.

Verify that you hold a Diploma in Civil Engineering or ITI Surveyor Certificate (Degree holders must not apply).

Enter personal details, communication address, reservation category, and technical qualifications.

Upload recent passport photograph (JPG format up to 15 KB) and signature (JPG format up to 15 KB).

Confirm your application to generate the unique Confirmation Number (no changes can be made after confirmation).

Pay the application fee of ₹100 (for Unreserved category) online via SBI e-Pay or download post office challan before 23 November 2026.

Document Upload Specifications

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Recent Passport Size Photograph

JPG/JPEG format up to 15 KB (5 cm x 3.6 cm)

Candidate Scanned Signature

JPG/JPEG format up to 15 KB (2.5 cm x 7.5 cm)

10th Standard / SSC Marksheet

PDF format up to 300 KB for Date of Birth verification

Diploma in Civil Engineering or ITI Surveyor Trade Certificate & Marksheets

PDF format proving completion of recognized course

Caste / Category Certificate (SEBC / SC / ST / EWS)

Issued by competent Gujarat revenue authority along with valid Non-Creamy Layer Certificate

Basic Computer Literacy Certificate (CCC or equivalent)

Certificate in basic computer operations as mandated by Gujarat Govt

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Physical Standards & Efficiency

Physical Standard Test (PST) & Physical Efficiency Test (PET)

Mandatory physical measurements and endurance criteria as prescribed in the official notification.

Category & Gender	Height (Min)	Chest (Min / Exp)	Running / Race	Other Events
Male (General/SEBC/SC)	163 cm	79 cm unexpanded, 84 cm expanded (5 cm expansion)	Walking Endurance: 25 km in 4 hours	Scheduled Tribe candidates: Height 152 cm, Chest 79-84 cm
Female (General/SEBC/SC)	150 cm	-	Walking Endurance: 14 km in 4 hours	Scheduled Tribe candidates: Height 145 cm

Application Fee Details

Unreserved (General) Category Candidates₹100

SC / ST / SEBC / EWS / Ex-Servicemen / PwD Candidates of GujaratFree

Payment Modes: Online Payment via Net Banking, Debit Card, Credit Card, or UPI on OJAS Portal, Computerized Post Office Cash Challan at designated Gujarat post offices

Selection Process

Stage 1: Competitive Written Examination (CBT / OMR Based Objective Test on Surveying Domain & General Studies)

Stage 2: Physical Standard Measurement and Mandatory Walking Endurance Qualifying Test

Stage 3: Document Verification (DV) and Final Selection Merit List Publication

Frequently Asked Questions

How many vacancies are announced under GSSSB Surveyor Class-3 recruitment?

A total of 78 Surveyor (Class-3) vacancies are announced under Advt. No. 467/2026-27 for the Forest and Environment Department of Gujarat.

Can B.E. / B.Tech Civil Engineering degree holders apply for GSSSB Surveyor?

No. The official notification explicitly states that candidates holding a Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering (B.E./B.Tech) are not eligible to apply. Only Diploma in Civil Engineering or ITI Surveyor certificate holders are eligible.

What is the monthly salary for GSSSB Surveyor Class-3?

Selected candidates receive a fixed remuneration of ₹26,000 per month for the initial five years. After five years of satisfactory service, they are inducted into regular Pay Matrix Level-4 (₹25,500 – ₹81,100).

What are the physical test standards for GSSSB Surveyor?

Male candidates must complete a 25 km walking test within 4 hours (Height: 163 cm general, 152 cm ST; Chest: 79 cm with 5 cm expansion). Female candidates must complete a 14 km walking test within 4 hours (Height: 150 cm general, 145 cm ST).

What is the application fee for GSSSB Surveyor recruitment?

General category candidates must pay ₹100 plus bank charges. SC, ST, SEBC, EWS, PwD, and Ex-Servicemen candidates of Gujarat are exempted from fee payment.

What are the start and end dates to apply on OJAS?

The online application window opened on 30 October 2026 at 2:00 PM and will close on 20 November 2026 at 11:59 PM. The last date for fee payment is 23 November 2026.