The GSSSB CCE Bharti 2026 has officially released one of the most anticipated job notifications of the year—the Combined Competitive Examination (CCE) 2026. Under Advertisement No. 378/202526, the board is set to recruit 5,370 eligible candidates for various Class-III posts across both Group A and Group B categories.
GSSSB CCE Bharti 2026: Details
| Feature | Details |
| Notification Number | Advt. 378/202526 |
| Total Vacancies | 5,370 Posts |
| Recruiting Body | Gujarat Subordinate Service Selection Board (GSSSB) |
| Registration Period | February 5, 2026 to February 20, 2026 |
| Job Category | Class-III (Group A & Group B) |
| Educational Qualification | Graduation in any discipline |
| Age Limit | 20 to 35 Years (Relaxation as per norms) |
| Application Portal | [suspicious link removed] |
| Application Fee | ₹500 (General) / ₹400 (Reserved Categories) |
| Preliminary Exam | 150 Marks (CBT – Objective) |
| Mains Exam (Group A) | 350 Marks (Descriptive Writing) |
| Mains Exam (Group B) | 200 Marks (MCQ Based) |
Important Dates to Remember
Don’t miss the deadline! Mark these dates on your calendar:
- Notification Release: February 4, 2026
- Application Start Date: February 5, 2026 (14:00 IST)
- Application Last Date: February 20, 2026 (23:59 IST)
- Fee Payment Last Date: February 23, 2026
- Preliminary Exam Date: To be announced (Expected Mid-2026)
Vacancy Distribution: Group A vs. Group B
The 5,370 vacancies are split into two major groups based on the nature of work and the subsequent “Mains” exam format.
Group A (2,365 Vacancies)
These posts generally involve supervisory or administrative roles.
- Social Welfare Inspector: 125 posts
- Revenue Clerk (Collector Office): 1,600 posts
- Head Clerk: 134 posts
- Senior Clerk: 503 posts
- Office Superintendent: 3 posts
Group B (3,005 Vacancies)
This group primarily consists of clerical positions across various departments.
- Junior Clerk: 3,005 posts
Eligibility Criteria
To apply for GSSSB CCE 2026, candidates must fulfill the following requirements as of February 20, 2026:
- Educational Qualification:
- A Bachelor’s Degree from a recognized university.
- Basic knowledge of Computer Operations (as per government rules).
- Proficiency in Gujarati or Hindi (or both).
- Age Limit:
- Minimum: 20 years
- Maximum: 35 years
- Note: Age relaxation is provided for reserved categories (SC/ST/SEBC/EWS), women, and PwD candidates as per Gujarat Govt norms.
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Selection Process & Exam Pattern
The recruitment follows the CCE New Rules 2026, which streamline the process into two major stages:
Stage 1: Preliminary Examination (Common for All)
- Format: Objective (MCQ) – Computer Based Test (CBT).
- Total Marks: 150 marks.
- Duration: 120 minutes (2 hours).
- Subjects: Reasoning (60), Quantitative Aptitude (30), General Awareness/Current Affairs (30), English (15), and Gujarati (15).
- Negative Marking: 0.25 marks for every wrong answer.
- Note: This is a screening test; marks are not counted for the final merit list.
Stage 2: Main Examination
The format of the Main exam depends on the group you qualify for:
- Group A Mains: Descriptive type (3 papers, 350 marks total). Includes Gujarati Language, English Language, and General Studies.
- Group B Mains: Objective (MCQ) type (Single paper, 200 marks).
Vacancy Breakdown by Post
| Group | Post Name | Vacancy Count | Fixed Monthly Pay |
| Group A | Revenue Clerk (Collector Office) | 1,600 | ₹26,000 |
| Group A | Senior Clerk | 503 | ₹26,000 |
| Group A | Head Clerk | 134 | ₹40,800 |
| Group A | Social Welfare Inspector | 125 | ₹40,800 |
| Group A | Office Superintendent | 3 | ₹49,600 |
| Group B | Junior Clerk | 3,005 | ₹26,000 |
| Total | 5,370 |
How to Apply GSSSB CCE Bharti 2026 Online
- Visit the official OJAS website: ojas.gujarat.gov.in.
- Click on the “Online Application” tab and select “Apply”.
- Look for GSSSB Advt No. 378/202526.
- Fill in your personal, educational, and contact details.
- Upload your recent photograph and signature in the prescribed format.
- Confirm your application and pay the required fee (₹500 for General; ₹400 for Reserved/Women).
- Download and print the application form for your records.