The Gujarat Subordinate Service Selection Board, the state body that recruits for subordinate service posts in Gujarat, has announced a large direct recruitment for Work Assistant, Class 3, with 1,663 vacancies. The posts fall under the Narmada, Water Resources, Water Supply and Kalpsar Department, specifically its Central Design Organisation in Gandhinagar, and selection is through a written competitive examination followed by document verification.
GSSSB Work Assistant Recruitment 2026
Posted 16 Oct 2026Updated 16 Oct 2026461/202627
Total Vacancies
1663
Last Date
29 Oct
11 days left
Apply Mode
Online
Full Time
Status
Apply Now
Recruitment status
Applications open
Last date 29 Oct 2026 · 11 days left
- Notification15 Oct
- Applications Open15 Oct
About GSSSB Work Assistant Recruitment 2026
Job Overview
- Organization
- Gujarat Subordinate Service Selection Board
- Advertisement No.
- 461/202627
- Post Name
- Work Assistant, Class 3
- Job Location
- Gandhinagar, Gujarat
- Who Can Apply
- Only residents of Gujarat (Reserved category vacancies are only for candidates of Gujarat origin; reserved category candidates must hold the prescribed Gujarat Government certificates)
- Job Type
- Full Time
- Age Limit
- 18–33 years
- Gender
- All
- Nationality
- Indian
- Credentials Required
- Basic knowledge of computer application certificate; candidates without it may apply but must produce the certificate before appointment
Vacancy Breakdown
Work Assistant, Class 3
1663
UR 703SC 115ST 242EWS 160
| Post Name | UR | SC | ST | EWS | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Work Assistant, Class 3 | 703 | 115 | 242 | 160 | 1663 |
Eligibility Details
Work Assistant, Class 3
Diploma in Civil Engineering obtained from Technical Examination Board or any of the Universities or Institutions established or incorporated by or under the Central or State Act in India, or any other educational institution recognised as such or declared deemed to be a University under Section 3 of the UGC Act, 1956, or an equivalent qualification recognised by the Government. Candidates holding a Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering are not eligible to apply. Basic knowledge of computer application as prescribed in the Gujarat Civil Services Classification and Recruitment (General) Rules, 1967. Adequate knowledge of Gujarati or Hindi or both.
| Post | Qualification |
|---|---|
| Work Assistant, Class 3 | Diploma in Civil Engineering obtained from Technical Examination Board or any of the Universities or Institutions established or incorporated by or under the Central or State Act in India, or any other educational institution recognised as such or declared deemed to be a University under Section 3 of the UGC Act, 1956, or an equivalent qualification recognised by the Government. Candidates holding a Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering are not eligible to apply. Basic knowledge of computer application as prescribed in the Gujarat Civil Services Classification and Recruitment (General) Rules, 1967. Adequate knowledge of Gujarati or Hindi or both. |
Age Limit
18 to 33 years as on 29-10-2026
Age Relaxation
General category female candidates 5 years (maximum 38 years); reserved category male candidates 5 years (maximum 38 years); reserved category female candidates 10 years (maximum 43 years); General category PwD male candidates 10 years (maximum 43 years); General category PwD female candidates 15 years (maximum 45 years); reserved category PwD male candidates 15 years (maximum 45 years); reserved category PwD female candidates 20 years (maximum 45 years); ex-servicemen get their service period plus 3 years.
Application Fee
Unreserved
Rs. 500
All women; SEBC, SC, ST, EWS, PwD and ex-servicemen
Rs. 400
Selection Process
- 1Competitive Examination
Single-stage objective MCQ paper of 210 questions and 210 marks in Part A and Part B, held through CBRT/OMR in 3 hours; one-fourth negative marking; minimum 40% separately in Part A and Part B.
- 2Document Verification
Candidates about twice the number of vacancies are called for certificate verification.
- 3Merit List
Selection list prepared on the basis of marks obtained in the competitive examination, category-wise.
Shortlisting ratio: 1:2
Exam Pattern
3 hours (180 minutes)CBRT/OMRNegative: 1/4 of the marks assigned to the question
Part A - Reasoning and Data Interpretation
30 questions · 30 marks
Part A - Quantitative Aptitude
30 questions · 30 marks
Part A - Constitution of India, Current Affairs, Gujarati and English Comprehension
30 questions · 30 marks
Part B - Civil Engineering and related technical subjects
120 questions · 120 marks
| Subject | Questions | Max Marks | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| Part A - Reasoning and Data Interpretation | 30 | 30 | — |
| Part A - Quantitative Aptitude | 30 | 30 | — |
| Part A - Constitution of India, Current Affairs, Gujarati and English Comprehension | 30 | 30 | — |
| Part B - Civil Engineering and related technical subjects | 120 | 120 | — |
Salary Structure
Rs. 26,000 per month fixed remuneration for the first five years; thereafter eligible for the 7th Pay Commission Level 4 pay scale of Rs. 25,500 to Rs. 81,100 on satisfactory service
How to Apply
- 1Register on the OJAS portal at ojas.gujarat.gov.in through OTR (One Time Registration) if not already registered.
- 2Under Online Application click Apply, select GSSSB and advertisement number 461/202627 for Work Assistant, Class 3.
- 3Choose Apply Now, enter the OTR registration number and date of birth, and click Apply with OTR.
- 4Check the prefilled personal details and fill in SSC details, bank account and IFSC details, and upload the bank passbook image.
- 5Fill in the educational details and accept the declaration, then save the form and note the application number.
- 6Upload the photograph and signature in the prescribed format and size.
- 7Review the application and click Confirm Application; no changes are allowed after confirmation.
- 8Pay the examination fee online through the OJAS portal by the fee deadline and download the payment receipt.
- 9Print the confirmed application and keep it for the rest of the recruitment process.
Documents to Carry / Upload
•OTR registration details
•SSC marksheet and education certificates
•Diploma marksheets and certificate plus equivalent-qualification proof
•Proof of age and identity
•Category/EWS/non-creamy-layer/PwD/ex-servicemen certificates
•Bank account details and first page of passbook
•Photograph and signature as per OJAS specifications
•Payment receipt and confirmed application
Important Details
- Candidates holding a Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering are not eligible; only the Diploma in Civil Engineering or a recognised equivalent diploma is accepted.
- Candidates who do not hold the basic computer knowledge certificate may still apply, but must pass the computer knowledge examination and produce the certificate before appointment, failing which the selection is cancelled.
- The examination fee is refunded to candidates who appear in the examination; candidates who do not appear, or whose applications are rejected, get no refund.
- Only one application is allowed per candidate; if more are submitted, the last confirmed application is accepted and the rest are rejected.
- Widowed female candidates get 5% of their examination marks added for merit, and sportspersons who secured first position in national, international, inter-university or All India School Federation competitions get 5% of their marks added.
Equivalent Diploma Qualifications Recognised by the Department
- Diploma in Civil (Construction)
- Diploma in Civil (Public Health and Environment) Engineering
- Diploma in Civil Engineering (Environment and Pollution Control)
- Diploma in Civil Engineering (Environmental and Pollution Control)
- Diploma in Construction Technology
- Diploma in Civil Engineering (Environmental Engineering)
- Diploma in Civil Engineering (Public Health Engineering)
- Diploma in Civil Engineering (Rural Engineering)
- Diploma in Civil Engineering Environment and Pollution Control
- Diploma in Civil Environmental Engineering
- Diploma in Civil Engineering (Construction Technology)
- Diploma in Construction Engineering
- Diploma in Civil Technology
- Diploma in Civil and Environmental Engineering
- Diploma in Civil and Rural Engineering
- Diploma in Civil Draftsman
- Diploma in Civil Engineering
- Diploma in Civil Engineering and Planning
- Diploma in Civil Engineering (Building Service Engineering)
- Diploma in Construction Technology and Management
Reserved Vacancies Within the Total
Women - Unreserved
Vacancies: 232
Women - EWS
Vacancies: 53
Women - SEBC
Vacancies: 146
Women - SC
Vacancies: 38
Women - ST
Vacancies: 80
PwD
Vacancies: 113
Ex-servicemen
Vacancies: 166
| Category | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Women - Unreserved | 232 |
| Women - EWS | 53 |
| Women - SEBC | 146 |
| Women - SC | 38 |
| Women - ST | 80 |
| PwD | 113 |
| Ex-servicemen | 166 |
Part B Technical Syllabus
- Irrigation Engineering (20 questions, 20 marks)
- Water Resource Management (15 questions, 15 marks)
- Surveying and Advanced Surveying (10 questions, 10 marks)
- Soil Mechanics (10 questions, 10 marks)
- Concrete Technology (10 questions, 10 marks)
- Estimation, Costing and Valuation (10 questions, 10 marks)
- Hydrology and Advanced Hydrology (10 questions, 10 marks)
- Hydraulics (10 questions, 10 marks)
- Engineering Mechanics (5 questions, 5 marks)
- Structural Mechanics (5 questions, 5 marks)
- RCC Design (5 questions, 5 marks)
- Construction Material, Advanced Construction Technology, Construction Quality Control and Monitoring (10 questions, 10 marks)
- Current Trends and Recent Advancements in the Above Fields
Contact
Email: [email protected]
Phone: 079-23258916
Frequently Asked Questions
Can candidates with a B.E. or B.Tech in Civil Engineering apply?
No. The notification specifically states that candidates holding a Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering are not eligible; only the Civil Engineering diploma or a recognised equivalent diploma is accepted.
Can one candidate submit more than one application?
Only one application is allowed. If more than one is submitted, the last confirmed application is treated as valid and all others are rejected.
Is there negative marking in the examination?
Yes. One-fourth of the marks assigned to a question are deducted for every wrong answer.
Do I need a computer certificate to apply?
Candidates without the basic computer knowledge certificate can still apply, but they must pass the computer knowledge examination and produce the certificate before appointment.
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