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GSSSB Work Assistant Class-3 Recruitment 2026: Apply Online for 1663 Posts

Advt No: 461/2026-27•Gujarat Subordinate Service Selection Board

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⏳ 12 Days Left to Apply
100% Official
Total Vacancies
GSSSB

1,663

Work Assistant (Civil Engineering Cadre) - Class-3, Work Assistant (Mechanical / Electrical Cadre) - Class-3

Min Qualification
Age Limit & Cut-off

18 – 35 Yrs

as on 29 Oct 2026

Pay Scale / Salary

₹26,000–₹63,200

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Gujarat Subordinate Service Selection Board (Advt No: 461/2026-27)

About this Recruitment

The Gujarat Subordinate Service Selection Board (GSSSB) has issued recruitment advertisement Advt. No. 461/2026-27 for 1,663 Work Assistant (Class-3) posts in the Narmada, Water Resources, Water Supply and Kalpsar Department, Government of Gujarat. The vacancies are divided into Work Assistant Civil (1,420 posts) and Work Assistant Mechanical/Electrical (243 posts). Candidates possessing a 3-year Diploma or B.E./B.Tech degree in Civil, Mechanical, or Electrical Engineering from a recognized institute, along with basic computer knowledge (CCC level), are eligible to apply. Appointees will receive a fixed monthly salary of ₹26,000 for the first five years, followed by regular pay scales. The online application process on ojas.gujarat.gov.in is active from 15 October 2026 to 29 October 2026.

✨ Copilot Highlights

  • 1,663 Class-3 Work Assistant technical vacancies announced by GSSSB under Advt. No. 461/2026-27.
  • Major share for Civil Engineering diploma/degree holders (1,420 posts) and Mechanical/Electrical (243 posts).
  • Fixed monthly pay of ₹26,000 during the initial 5-year probationary period, followed by regular 7th Pay Matrix scales.
  • Age eligibility between 18 and 35 years as of 29 October 2026, with relaxations up to 10 years for Gujarat reserved categories.
  • Application fee is ₹100 for Unreserved category, and ₹0 (Free) for SC, ST, SEBC, EWS, ESM, and PwBD.
  • Online application period runs from 15 October 2026 to 29 October 2026 via OJAS Gujarat.

Age Limit & Eligibility Calculator

Minimum Age

18 Years

Maximum Age

35 Years

* Age calculated as on: 29 October 2026

Category-Wise Age Relaxations:

SEBC, EWS, SC, and ST Male Candidates (Gujarat Domicile): +5 Years
SEBC, EWS, SC, and ST Female Candidates (Gujarat Domicile): +10 Years
General / Unreserved Female Candidates: +5 Years
Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD): +10 Years
Ex-Servicemen (ESM): +3 Years

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Educational Eligibility: DIPLOMA, B TECH BE

Important Dates & Timeline

1

Notification Released

15 October 2026

2

Application Start Date

15 October 2026

3

Last Date to Apply

29 October 2026

Vacancy Breakdown

Post NameVacanciesEligibility
Work Assistant (Civil Engineering Cadre) - Class-31420 DIPLOMA
Work Assistant (Mechanical / Electrical Cadre) - Class-3243 DIPLOMA
Compensation & 7th CPC Pay Matrix

Pay Scale & In-Hand Salary Simulator

Pay Level / Grade: Fixed monthly remuneration of ₹26,000 for the first 5 years of probation service as per Gujarat State Government Finance Department norms; after successful completion, regular pay scale in Pay Matrix Level-2/Level-4 with all allowances

Official Pay Scale

₹26,000 fixed / regular ₹19,900 – ₹63,200

Select Posting City Tier (Calculates HRA & In-Hand):
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₹26,000
Dearness Allowance (DA)50%
₹13,000
House Rent Allowance (HRA)18%
₹4,680
Transport Allowance (TA)₹2,700
Gross Monthly Salary₹46,380
Standard Deductions
Statutory
National Pension System (NPS)10% (Basic+DA)
-₹3,900
CGHS / Health Insurance-₹450
Group Insurance (CGEGIS)-₹60
Total Deductions-₹4,410
Estimated Monthly In-Hand in Class Y (Tier-2 Cities)

₹41,970

/ month (take-home)

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

Approx Annual Gross (CTC)

₹5.57 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

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GSSSB Work Assistant Class-3 CBRT Examination

Exam Mode: Computer Based Recruitment Test (CBRT)

120 Minutes
Total Marks: 150
Negative Marking: 0.25 marks deducted per incorrect answer
Subject / SectionNo. of QuestionsMax Marks
Discipline-Specific Engineering (Civil / Mechanical / Electrical)7575
General Knowledge, Gujarat History, Geography & Current Affairs2525
Logical Reasoning & Quantitative Aptitude2525
Language Proficiency (Gujarati Grammar 15 Marks & English Grammar 10 Marks)2525

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Civil Engineering Core (Work Assistant Civil)

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Mechanical & Electrical Engineering Core

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General Studies & Gujarat State Heritage

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Reasoning and Language Aptitude

0 / 4 done
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.

1

Open the official OJAS Gujarat portal at ojas.gujarat.gov.in.

2

Click on 'Online Application' and choose 'Apply' under department 'GSSSB - Gujarat Subordinate Service Selection Board'.

3

Locate advertisement number '461/2026-27: Work Assistant, Class-3' and click 'Apply Now'.

4

Enter your One Time Registration (OTR) number and birth date, or proceed as a new applicant to enter personal and communication details.

5

Input technical educational qualifications (Diploma or Degree in Civil/Mechanical/Electrical Engineering) along with percentage and passing year.

6

Upload your recent passport photo (under 15 KB, JPG) and signature (under 15 KB, JPG) as per OJAS specifications.

7

Confirm the application form to generate your unique Application Number and Confirmation Number.

8

General category applicants should proceed to pay ₹100 online via SBI e-Pay or generate a post office challan; reserved categories submit directly.

Document Upload Specifications
Verified Official Format

Recent Passport Size Color Photograph

Under 15 KB, JPG format, dimension 5 cm x 3.6 cm

Applicant Signature Scan

Under 15 KB, JPG format, black ink on white background

Engineering Diploma / Degree Certificate & Final Semester Marksheet

AICTE / State Technical Board recognized certificate showing branch and marks

Caste / Category / Non-Creamy Layer (NCL) Certificate

Valid Parishishta-K (Gujarati) or Central format issued by Gujarat revenue authority

CCC / Computer Knowledge Certificate

Basic computer training certificate as prescribed by Gujarat Civil Services Rules

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Application Fee Details

General / Unreserved Candidates₹100
SC, ST, SEBC, EWS, ESM, and PwBD Candidates of GujaratFree

Payment Modes: Online payment via Net Banking, Debit Card, Credit Card, or UPI on OJAS portal, Offline computerized payment via Post Office e-Challan

Selection Process

1
Stage 1: Preliminary Computer Based Recruitment Test (CBRT) Objective Examination
2
Stage 2: Technical Competency & Domain Assessment (where applicable)
3
Stage 3: Original Document Verification (Diploma/Degree Certificates, Non-Creamy Layer, and Photo ID)
4
Stage 4: Final Merit List & Departmental Allocation
5
Stage 5: Pre-Service Medical Fitness Examination

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the total number of vacancies in GSSSB Work Assistant Recruitment 2026?

A total of 1,663 Class-3 Work Assistant posts are advertised under Advt. No. 461/2026-27, comprising 1,420 Civil engineering posts and 243 Mechanical/Electrical engineering posts.

What is the educational qualification required for GSSSB Work Assistant?

Applicants must possess a recognized 3-year Diploma in Civil, Mechanical, or Electrical Engineering, or a B.E./B.Tech degree in the relevant discipline. Working knowledge of Gujarati and Hindi, plus basic computer skills (CCC), is also required.

What is the monthly salary for Work Assistant in Gujarat?

Under Gujarat Government norms, selected candidates receive a fixed remuneration of ₹26,000 per month during the first five years of service. After 5 years of satisfactory service, candidates are placed in the regular 7th Pay Commission pay scale.

What is the age limit for this recruitment?

Candidates must be between 18 and 35 years of age as on 29 October 2026. Reserved category candidates of Gujarat (SEBC, EWS, SC, ST) receive up to 5 years (male) and 10 years (female) age relaxation.

What is the selection process for GSSSB 461/2026-27?

The selection will be conducted through a Computer Based Recruitment Test (CBRT) evaluating domain engineering subjects (75 marks) and general knowledge/reasoning/languages (75 marks), followed by document verification.

What is the last date to apply online for GSSSB Work Assistant?

The online registration window on OJAS Gujarat closes on 29 October 2026 at 23:59 hours.

What is the application fee?

General (Unreserved) category candidates must pay ₹100 plus banking charges. Candidates belonging to SC, ST, SEBC, EWS, PwBD, and Ex-Servicemen categories are exempt from fee payment.

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Last Date to Apply

29 October 2026

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