The Gujarat Public Service Commission (GPSC) has announced a recruitment drive for various Class 1 and Class 2 posts, offering a total of 26 vacancies. Interested candidates can apply online until 8 October 2026.
GPSC Various Class 1 and Class Recruitment 2026: 26 Posts, Apply: Overview
| Organization | Gujarat Public Service Commission (GPSC) |
| Post Name | Various Class 1 and Class 2 posts |
| Advt No | 42/2026-27 to 56/2026-27 |
| Total Vacancies | 26 |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Job Location | Gujarat |
| Official Website | gpsc.gujarat.gov.in |

Important Dates
The application process includes several key dates. Please refer to the following table for details.
| Notification date | 23 September 2026 |
| Online application opening date | 24 September 2026 at 1:00 PM |
| Last date to apply online | 8 October 2026 at 11:59 PM |
| Last date to pay the fee through post-office challan | 9 October 2026, during post-office working hours |
| Tentative preliminary test – General Studies | 13 December 2026 |
Application Fee
The application fee varies based on the candidate’s category. Refer to the table below for details on payment methods.
| Category | Fee Payment Method |
| Unreserved Candidates | Online through GPSC OJAS portal up to 8 October 2026 at 11:59 PM or through post-office challan up to 9 October 2026 |
Age Limit
Age limit details are not specified in the notification. However, candidates should check for any relaxation rules applicable as per government norms.
Vacancy Details
The vacancies are categorized as per the advertisement numbers. Below is the detailed breakdown of the vacancies.
| Advt No | Name of Post | Class | Vacancies |
| 42/2026-27 | Marine Engineer – Special Recruitment Drive for Persons with Disabilities | Class 1 | 1 |
| 43/2026-27 | Engineer Surveyor – Special Recruitment Drive for Persons with Disabilities | Class 1 | 1 |
| 44/2026-27 | Port Officer (FGM)/Nautical Officer/Additional Port Officer (FGM) – Special Recruitment Drive for Persons with Disabilities | Class 1 | 1 |
| 45/2026-27 | Assistant Port Officer – Special Recruitment Drive for Persons with Disabilities | Class 2 | 1 |
| 46/2026-27 | Traffic Officer (Communication Officer) – Special Recruitment Drive for Persons with Disabilities | Class 2 | 1 |
| 47/2026-27 | Safety Officer – Special Recruitment Drive for Persons with Disabilities | Class 2 | 1 |
| 48/2026-27 | Junior Grade Marine Engineer | Class 1 | 1 |
| 49/2026-27 | Port Officer (FGM)/Nautical Officer/Additional Port Officer (FGM) | Class 1 | 3 |
| 50/2026-27 | Pilot Officer (FGM) | Class 1 | 4 |
| 51/2026-27 | Naval Architect | Class 1 | 1 |
| 52/2026-27 | Assistant Port Officer | Class 2 | 7 |
| 53/2026-27 | Manager Grade 1 – Fourth Special Recruitment Drive for Persons with Disabilities | Class 2 | 1 |
| 54/2026-27 | Assistant Director (FS) – Third Special Recruitment Drive for Persons with Disabilities | Class 2 | 1 |
| 55/2026-27 | Junior Architect – Third Special Recruitment Drive for Persons with Disabilities | Class 2 | 1 |
| 56/2026-27 | Joint Director of Horticulture – Second Special Recruitment Drive for Persons with Disabilities | Class 1 | 1 |
Eligibility and Educational Qualification
Candidates must meet specific educational qualifications and experience requirements as outlined in the detailed advertisement. Below is a summary of qualifications required for various posts.
| Advt No | Qualification Summary | Required Experience |
| 42/2026-27 | BE/BTech in Mechanical or Marine Engineering | 5 years |
| 43/2026-27 | BE/BTech in Mechanical or Marine Engineering | 8 years |
| 44/2026-27 | As prescribed in the detailed advertisement | 8 years |
| 45/2026-27 | As prescribed in the detailed advertisement | 2 years |
| 46/2026-27 | As prescribed in the detailed advertisement | 2 years |
| 47/2026-27 | As prescribed in the detailed advertisement | 3 years |
| 48/2026-27 | BE/BTech in Mechanical or Marine Engineering | 5 years |
| 49/2026-27 | As prescribed in the detailed advertisement | 8 years |
| 50/2026-27 | As prescribed in the detailed advertisement | 6 years |
| 51/2026-27 | As prescribed in the detailed advertisement | 7 years |
| 52/2026-27 | As prescribed in the detailed advertisement | 2 years |
| 53/2026-27 | Diploma or degree in Hotel Management, subject to the detailed advertisement | 2 years |
| 54/2026-27 | Bachelor’s or postgraduate qualification specified in the detailed advertisement | 5 years |
| 55/2026-27 | Diploma or BE in Architecture, subject to the detailed advertisement | 3 years |
| 56/2026-27 | Relevant postgraduate degree or PhD specified in the detailed advertisement | 8 years with the prescribed postgraduate qualification or 5 years with a PhD, as applicable |
Salary and Pay Scale
Selected candidates will receive the applicable salary and allowances for the relevant Gujarat Government Class 1 or Class 2 post. The exact pay level and allowances must be checked in the detailed post-specific advertisement.
Selection Process
The selection process will follow the recruitment rules applicable to each post and may include several stages. The stages are as follows:
- Preliminary examination
- Subject-related examination or assessment, where applicable
- Interview
- Document verification
How to Apply
Candidates can apply through the GPSC OJAS application portal. The application process involves the following steps:
- Visit the GPSC OJAS application portal at gpsc-ojas.gujarat.gov.in.
- Open the advertisement corresponding to the post for which you want to apply.
- Read the post name, advertisement number, and detailed eligibility conditions carefully.
- Click the online application option and enter the required personal, educational, and experience details.
- Upload your recent photograph and signature in the prescribed format.
- Review every entry and confirm the application before the deadline.
- Pay the application fee, if applicable.
- Save the confirmation number and download a copy of the confirmed application form.
Are freshers eligible?
Freshers may apply for posts that do not specify prior experience. However, several positions require specific years of experience as detailed in the eligibility section.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can one candidate apply for more than one post?
Candidates should submit only one application for one advertisement. If multiple applications are submitted, only the last confirmed application will be considered.
What is the mode of examination?
The examination mode is not specified in the notification. Candidates should check the detailed advertisement for updates.
What documents are needed at verification?
Candidates should bring original documents for verification as specified in the detailed advertisement.
मुख्य जानकारी हिंदी में
- संस्था: गुजरात लोक सेवा आयोग (GPSC)
- पद: विभिन्न वर्ग 1 और वर्ग 2 पद
- कुल पद: 26
- योग्यता: B.Tech/B.E, डिप्लोमा, कोई पोस्ट ग्रेजुएट, M.Phil/Ph.D
- आयु सीमा: निर्दिष्ट नहीं
- अंतिम तिथि: 8 अक्टूबर 2026
- आवेदन कैसे करें: ऑनलाइन आवेदन प्रक्रिया के माध्यम से
| GPSC Various Class 1 and Class Recruitment 2026: 26 Posts, Apply – Important Links | |
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| gpsc.gujarat.gov.in | Open |
| gpsc-ojas.gujarat.gov.in | Open |
| Official Notification PDF | Download |
| Official Sources | |
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| Source 1 | gpsc.gujarat.gov.in |