If you have been waiting for a big Gujarat government opening, today is the day to move. The Gujarat Subordinate Service Selection Board (GSSSB), Gandhinagar, has opened online applications for the Combined Competitive Examination (CCE) 2026, a recruitment drive that will fill 1,237 Class 3 posts across state government departments. The application window opened today, 5 November 2026, at 2 pm on the OJAS portal, and it stays open till 30 November 2026.
The notification, Advertisement No. 468/202627, was released on 3 November 2026. It covers two groups. Group A has 243 posts, while Group B has 994 posts, all for Junior Clerk. Together, this is one of the largest graduate-level state recruitment drives announced this month, and it is open to candidates from any stream who hold a bachelor’s degree.
What posts are on offer
Group A covers a mix of clerical and supervisory roles in different departments. The posts include Sub Registrar, Assistant Tribal Development Officer, Social Welfare Inspector, Office Superintendent, Office Assistant, Head Clerk and Senior Clerk. Group B is simpler: all 994 posts are for Junior Clerk, a role that typically draws the largest number of applicants in any GSSSB cycle because the eligibility bar is a degree in any discipline.
For aspirants, the split matters. Group A posts generally carry more responsibility and a wider range of departmental postings, while Junior Clerk is the classic entry point into Gujarat government service, with steady work, fixed service rules and a clear promotion path over time.
Who can apply
The basic qualification is a bachelor’s degree from a recognised university, or an equivalent qualification recognised by the government. Candidates also need basic knowledge of computer applications, as required under the Gujarat Civil Services rules, and adequate knowledge of Gujarati or Hindi, or both.
The age limit is 20 to 35 years as on 30 November 2026, the last date to apply. Age relaxation applies as per Gujarat government norms: 5 years for general category women, 5 years for reserved category men, and 10 years for reserved category women, up to 45 years. Candidates without a computer certificate can still apply, but they must submit it before appointment, failing which the selection can be cancelled.
Important dates and fees
- Notification date: 3 November 2026
- Applications open: 5 November 2026, 2 pm
- Last date to apply: 30 November 2026, 11:59 pm
- Last date to pay the fee: 2 December 2026, 11:59 pm
- Application fee: Rs 500 for unreserved candidates, Rs 400 for reserved categories, women, PwD candidates and ex-servicemen
- Exam dates: to be announced
One detail worth noting: the examination fee is refunded to candidates who actually appear for the examination. That makes it worth applying even if you are still deciding, as long as you meet the eligibility conditions.
How selection works
Selection happens in two stages: a preliminary examination followed by a main examination. The board has not yet announced the exam dates, and candidates should watch the official websites, gsssb.gujarat.gov.in and ojas.gujarat.gov.in, for the schedule, admit cards and syllabus updates. As with earlier CCE cycles, the sensible preparation plan is to start with the prelims syllabus, keep current affairs from the last six months in revision, and practise the Gujarat-specific general knowledge and language sections that typically decide the merit list.
How to apply on OJAS
Applications are accepted only online, through the OJAS portal. Before filling the form, candidates must complete One Time Registration (OTR) on ojas.gujarat.gov.in if they have not already done so. After logging in, select GSSSB under Online Application, choose Advertisement No. 468/202627, and pick the post you want to apply for.
- Fill in personal details carefully. Fields marked with a red star are compulsory.
- Enter educational details exactly as they appear on your certificates.
- Under Assurance, select Yes and save the form, then note down the application number.
- Upload your photograph and signature using the application number and date of birth.
- Check every detail, click Confirm Application, and note the confirmation number.
- Pay the fee online by 2 December 2026 and keep a printout of the form and fee receipt.
A common mistake in OJAS applications is rushing the confirmation step. Once an application is confirmed, corrections are difficult, so read the preview page twice, especially your name spelling, date of birth and category, before hitting confirm.
Why this drive matters
Class 3 recruitments like this one are the backbone of state government staffing. Clerks, head clerks and inspectors keep district offices, revenue work and welfare schemes running day to day. For graduates in Gujarat, and for candidates from other states who meet the language conditions, the CCE is one of the few single examinations that opens doors across several departments at once. With 1,237 posts and a window of just over three weeks, early applicants also avoid the last-day server rush that hits almost every OJAS deadline.
Candidates are advised to read the full official notification on gsssb.gujarat.gov.in before applying, since the notification, not any news summary, controls eligibility, vacancies and deadlines. If any detail in this article differs from the official notice, the notice prevails.
FAQs
When do GSSSB CCE 2026 applications open?
Applications opened on 5 November 2026 at 2 pm on the OJAS portal, ojas.gujarat.gov.in.
How many posts are available in GSSSB CCE 2026?
There are 1,237 posts in total: 243 in Group A and 994 Junior Clerk posts in Group B.
What is the last date to apply for GSSSB CCE 2026?
The last date to submit the application is 30 November 2026, 11:59 pm. The fee can be paid till 2 December 2026.
What is the qualification for GSSSB CCE 2026?
A bachelor’s degree from a recognised university, plus basic computer knowledge and adequate knowledge of Gujarati or Hindi.
Is the GSSSB CCE application fee refunded?
Yes, the fee is refunded to candidates who actually appear for the examination.
Good luck to every aspirant applying this week. The window is open, the posts are real, and the best time to apply is before the final-week rush.
