GPSSB Group-3 Recruitment 2026 | 2640 Vacancies

GPSSB Recruitment 2026 notification announced by the Gujarat Panchayat Service Selection Board (GPSSB), which offers a total of 2640 posts for various healthcare and administrative positions. The notification is out for thousands of aspirants looking for stable jobs in Gujarat State. The GPSSB Bharti 2026 has important posts as MPHW (Multi purpose health worker), Junior Pharmacist, Laboratory Technician and FHW (Female Health worker) this year. Those with a science or medical background can build a secure career in the public sector. The application process is online and candidates can apply through the official website ojas.gujarat.gov.in. The recruitment offers upto Rs 45000 salary package per month along with job security and government benefits.

1. Laboratory Technician Bachelor's degree in Chemistry, Microbiology, Biochemistry or Medical laboratory technology from a recognised university, along with relevant lab experience or certification. 2. MPHW (Male) 12th science pass + valid MPHW Training certificate from a recognised institution. 3. Junior Pharmacist Bachelor's degree in Pharmacy (B.Pharm) from a recognised university + basic computer literacy. 4. Female Health Worker 12th Science + Female Health Worker (FHW) training certificate from a recognised institution. Computer Knowledge Basic proficiency in computer applications

Candidates must be between 18 and 40 years of age as of the crucial date that is May 20, 2026. Female candidates and reserved categories receive age relaxations upto 5-10 years, not exceeding the maximum age of 45 years.

For the GPSSB Group-3 Recruitment 2026, the application fee is structured based on candidate categories. Candidates in the General category are required to pay a fee of Rs 100 plus applicable service charges. In contrast, all candidates belonging to reserved categories including, SC, ST, SEBC, EWS, PwD and Ex-servicemen are fully exempted from paying any application fee. For those who might miss the online window, the board occasionally allows a "Process Fee" payment of Rs 500 at the GPSSB office during a specific grievance window to validate a confirmed but unpaid application.

The syllabus is divided into four main sections. While the first three are common, the fourth section varies based on the specific post you are applying for. 1. General Awareness & GK (20 Marks) History and Cultural Heritage of India and Gujarat. Geography of India and Gujarat. Indian Polity and the Constitution of India. Panchayati Raj (crucial for GPSSB exams). Current Affairs (Regional, National, and International). General Science, Environment, and ICT. Welfare Schemes of Gujarat and the Central Government. 2. Gujarati Language & Grammar (15 Marks) Vocabulary and Synonyms/Antonyms. Spelling (Jodni). Idioms and Proverbs (Mahevari and Kahevato). Grammar: Alankar, Chhand, Samas, and Sandhi. 3. English Language & Grammar (15 Marks) Articles and Prepositions. Tenses and Active/Passive Voice. Direct and Indirect Speech. Vocabulary (Synonyms, Antonyms, One-word substitutions). 4. Technical Knowledge (50 Marks) This section carries the highest weightage and focuses on the educational qualifications required for the post: FHW/MPHW: Maternal and Child Health, Nutrition, Immunization, Communicable Diseases, and Health Education. Junior Pharmacist: Pharmaceutics, Pharmacology, Pharmaceutical Chemistry, and Hospital Pharmacy. Lab Technician: Biochemistry, Microbiology, Hematology, and Clinical Pathology.

Lab Technician 68–78 / 100 MPHW (Male) 62–72 / 100 Junior Pharmacist 70–80 / 100 Female Health Worker 58–68 / 100 Note: These are indicative estimates based on past year trends. Actual cutoffs depend on difficulty level, number of applicants, and category-wise vacancy distribution. OBC/EWS cutoffs are typically 3–5 marks lower; SC/ST cutoffs are 8–12 marks lower than general category benchmarks.

The GPSSB Group 3 exam is MCQ-based, which means strategic preparation matters as much as deep subject knowledge. Here's how to approach it: 1. Know your syllabus: Download the detailed notification PDF from gpssb.gujarat.gov.in and map out every topic mentioned for your post. 2. Focus on Gujarat-specific content: Questions often include Gujarat geography, current affairs, Panchayati Raj, and health schemes — don't overlook these. 3. Practice previous papers: GPSSB follows a consistent pattern. Solving 5–7 years of past papers is one of the highest-ROI preparation strategies. 4. Gujarati language: Many questions appear in Gujarati. If you're not fluent, practice reading health and science terms in the language. 5. Time yourself: MCQ exams are about accuracy under pressure. Regular timed mock tests help train pacing and reduce errors. 6. Use OJAS app and NHM Gujarat study material for scheme-related questions.

Laboratory Technician: Works in government health sub-centres and PHCs to collect samples, conduct diagnostic tests, maintain lab equipment and report results accurately. They play a vital role in disease surveillance and early diagnosis under rural health programs like RNTCP and NVHCP. MPHW (Male): Multi-purpose health workers serve at the sub-center level, conducting home visits, immunization drives, health education and surveillance for vector- borne diseases. They bridge the gap between communities and the formal health system- especially in rural Gujarat. Junior Pharmacist: Responsible for dispensing medicines at PHCs and CHCs, managing drug inventory, advising patients on medication use, and maintaining pharmacy records under the supervision of a medical officer. Basic computer literacy is essential as most drug management systems are now digitized. Female Health Worker (FHW): Also known as ANM (Auxiliary Nurse Midwife) equivalent, FHWs handle maternal health, child immunisation, family planning counseling and postnatal care in their assigned panchayat areas. With 1948 vacancies, this is a career path with both scale and community impact.

GPSSB Group 3 posts are not career dead-ends; they are well defined stepping stones. Gujarat's expanding rural health infrastructure under the National Health Mission (NHM) and PMJAY means consistent demand for these roles over the next decade. Employees in these posts are regularly benefit from departmental promotions to senior health worker, supervisor, or extension officer roles. The government also runs periodic in-service training programs that add to professional credentials. With India's healthcare workforce gap still significant, the skills built in these roles make individuals competitive for state, central and even international health roles over time.

Joining & probation (Year 1–2): Post-appointment, candidates serve a probation period during which they receive on-the-job training and are evaluated for confirmation. Confirmation & regularization (Year 2–3): On satisfactory performance, the post is regularized and salary increments kick in on schedule. Departmental promotion exams (Year 5+): Employees can appear for internal promotion exams for posts like Senior Health Worker, PHC Supervisor, or Lab Superintendent. Higher education sponsorship (Year 5–10): Several state schemes allow in-service employees to pursue B.Sc. Nursing, MPH, or other advanced qualifications with departmental support. Senior administrative roles (Year 10+): With consistent performance and promotions, transition into district-level administrative or supervisory health roles becomes achievable.

Government jobs under Gujarat's Panchayat Service come with a competitive and stable package: 1. Seventh Pay Commission-based salary with Dearness Allowance (DA) revised periodically. 2. Gratuity, Provident Fund (GPF/NPS), and Pension benefits on completion of service. 3. Medical reimbursement for self and dependents under state health schemes. 4. Leave entitlements including Earned Leave, Casual Leave, and Maternity Leave. 5. Posting preference options in many recruitment cycles (subject to availability). 6. Job security with defined disciplinary procedures — no sudden terminations. 7. Access to government housing (wherever available) at nominal rent. 8. Opportunities for departmental promotion after completing prescribed service years.