The Gujarat Public Service Commission (GPSC) has declared the final result of the Combined Competitive Examination (Main) for the posts of Deputy Section Officer, Class-III and Deputy Mamlatdar, Class-III, under Advertisement No. 08/2025-26. The result was published vide Notification No. APE-08/2025-26-Main-CNF, dated 18 July 2026. Merit is based on the aggregate marks of the Main Examination – 400 marks across 4 papers – as per Rule 14(1) of the applicable Combined Competitive Examination Rules, 2018. Candidates can download the official result PDF and check the merit list, category-wise cut-off marks, and MRC candidate details below.
Important Note: Mere success in the examination does not confer any right to appointment – no candidate will be appointed unless the Government, after necessary inquiries, is satisfied that the candidate is suitable in all respects for the post. The declared result is subject to revision after rechecking of marks for candidates who apply for rechecking. Candidates are advised to visit gpsc-ojas.gujarat.gov.in for further instructions and guidelines.
Overview
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Conducting Body | Gujarat Public Service Commission (GPSC) |
| Notification No. | APE-08/2025-26-Main-CNF |
| Advertisement No. | 08/2025-26 |
| Posts | Deputy Section Officer, Class-III and Deputy Mamlatdar, Class-III |
| Exam Stage | Combined Competitive Examination (Main) |
| Main Exam Dates | 20 to 22 February 2026 |
| Result Declared On | 18 July 2026 |
| Total Marks Considered for Merit | 400 marks (aggregate of 4 papers of the Main written exam) |
| Signing Authority | Dharmendrasinh Chauhan, Joint Secretary, GPSC |
| Place | Gandhinagar |
| Official Website | gpsc.gujarat.gov.in |
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Main Examination Held | 20 February 2026 to 22 February 2026 |
| Common Paper (Gujarati & English) for Advt No. 67,127/2024-25 & 08/2025-26 | 22 February 2026 |
| Self-Declaration Notice for Common Candidates Published | 10 February 2026 |
| Final Result Notification Date | 18 July 2026 |
Application start/end dates and the preliminary exam date are not mentioned in this final result notification – these were part of the original recruitment advertisement, which is not part of this document.
Answer Key and Marking Scheme (Paper-1 Gujarati and Paper-2 English)
As per the Final Answer Key of Paper-1 (Gujarati Language) and Paper-2 (English Language):
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Correct Answer | +1.000 mark |
| Wrong Answer / Multiple-Encoded Answer / Blank Answer | -0.300 mark |
GPSC Deputy Section Officer and Deputy Mamlatdar – Cut-Off Marks 2026
The notification lists the following cut-off marks. Beyond item 9 (explicitly broken down by Group A, Group B, and Group D), the notification does not attach a category label to each numbered cut-off, so the figures are reproduced here exactly as published, in the same order.
| Sr. No. (as per notification) | Cut-Off Marks |
|---|---|
| 1 | 214.55 |
| 2 | 211.55 |
| 3 | 210.55 |
| 4 | 210.50 |
| 5 | 213.80 |
| 6 | 206.40 |
| 7 | 179.95 |
| 8 | 156.40 |
| 9 | Group A: 188.85 | Group B: 201.30 | Group D (d & e): 95.10 |
Note: As per the notification, cut-off marks mean the marks obtained by the last candidate in the merit list (arranged in descending order of total marks) of the concerned category.
GPSC Deputy Section Officer and Deputy Mamlatdar – Merit List (Top Candidates)
| Roll No. | Name | Category | Final Marks |
|---|---|---|---|
| 101011754 | Mr. Sahilkhan Navrangkhan Parmar | SEBC | 235.50 |
| 101012303 | Mr. Jaykishan Hiteshkumar Modi | SEBC | 234.10 |
| 111061723 | Ms. Khushbu Prakashgiri Goswami | SEBC (Female) | 231.10 |
| 108042033 | Mr. Kanubhai Hirabhai Chaudhary | SEBC | 229.05 |
| 101011760 | Ms. Nishaben Hareshkumar Baldaniya | SEBC (Female) | 228.70 |
| 112066833 | Mr. Siddharthkumar Chimanbhai Patel | SC | 226.90 |
| 102017157 | Ms. Dharati Rameshbhai Vavadiya | EWS (Female) | 226.65 |
| 120102167 | Mr. Vikas Narayanbhai Sanghani | General | 226.25 |
| 101009643 | Mr. Abhi Prakashbhai Kapadiya | SC | 225.95 |
| 101009876 | Ms. Shreya Jitendra Bhai Ardeshana | General (Female) | 225.65 |
This is a partial view of the top of the merit list. The complete merit list (Annexure-I, Part-I) and the unsuccessful candidates’ list (Annexure-I, Part-II) are available in the official result PDF.
Reservation, MRC Candidates and Women Reservation Details
Meritorious Reserved Category (MRC) Candidates
As per applicable G.A.D. Circulars (dated 29/01/2000, 23/07/2004, and 07/02/2019), reserved category candidates who scored equal to or more than the general qualifying standard, and did not avail any age/qualifying relaxation at any stage, are selected against unreserved posts as MRC candidates. A total of 36 MRC candidates have been recommended for appointment on unreserved posts:
| Category | Merit Numbers | Total |
|---|---|---|
| EWS | 18, 26, 27, 29, 32, 36, 46, 48 | 8 |
| EWS Female | 7, 11, 17, 20, 21, 25, 34, 42, 51 | 9 |
| SEBC | 1, 2, 4, 12, 15, 16, 40, 41 | 8 |
| SEBC Female | 3, 5, 19, 22, 28, 35 | 6 |
| SC (Male) | 6, 9, 38, 43 | 4 |
| SC Female | 47 | 1 |
The following MRC candidates (Roll Nos. 106036879, 108044721, 117084503, 119100096, and 120102785) have been allocated a seat in their own category instead, due to a better preference.
Women Reservation
As per applicable G.A.D. notifications/circulars and GPSC’s Office Order dated 20-09-2025, 35 women candidates were required to be selected. Against this requirement, 39 women candidates have been selected.
Persons with Disability (PwD)
The number of candidates selected from the PwD category has been decided as per GAD Resolution No. CRR-102017-122639-G-2 dated 20-11-2024 and GPSC Office Orders dated 04-07-2025 and 20-09-2025.
Bonus (Grace) Marks
| Category | Bonus Marks Rule |
|---|---|
| Widow candidates | 5% of marks obtained, as per Circular No. CRR-1096-2213-G.2 dated 31.08.2004 |
| Sports quota candidates | 5% of marks obtained, as per Government Resolution No. CRR-1077-2660-G.2 dated 25.02.1980 |
Equal Marks Tie-Breaking Rule
In case two or more candidates obtain equal marks, merit is decided on the basis of date of birth – preference is given to the elder candidate.
Common Paper Rule for Candidates in Multiple Advertisements
Paper-1 (Gujarati Language) and Paper-2 (English Language) of the Main Examination for Advertisement Nos. 67,127/2024-25 and 08/2025-26 were held together for all candidates on 22 February 2026. Following a notice published on 10 February 2026, candidates registered under more than one of these advertisements could submit a Self-Declaration so that their marks in these common papers are considered across all the relevant advertisements.
How to Check/Download the GPSC Result PDF
- Visit the official GPSC website: gpsc.gujarat.gov.in or gpsc-ojas.gujarat.gov.in.
- Look for the notification titled “APE-08/2025-26-Main-CNF” or the result for Deputy Section Officer / Deputy Mamlatdar, Class-III.
- Open the PDF to view the complete merit list (Annexure-I, Part-I) and the unsuccessful candidates’ list (Annexure-I, Part-II).
- Use Ctrl+F (or your device’s search function) within the PDF to search your roll number directly.
Important Instructions
- Mere success does not confer any right to appointment – final appointment is subject to Government satisfaction on the candidate’s suitability.
- The declared result is subject to revision after rechecking of marks for those who apply for rechecking.
- Visit gpsc-ojas.gujarat.gov.in for further instructions and guidelines.
Important Links
| Action | Link |
|---|---|
| Download GPSC Final Result 2026 PDF | Click Here |
| Official Website | Click Here |
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q1. When was the GPSC Deputy Section Officer and Deputy Mamlatdar final result 2026 declared?
✅ The final result was declared on 18 July 2026 through Notification No. APE-08/2025-26-Main-CNF.
Q2. What is the total marks used to prepare the GPSC merit list?
✅ Merit is based on the aggregate marks of the Main Examination, i.e. 400 marks across 4 papers, as per Rule 14(1) of the Deputy Section Officer, Class-III and Deputy Mamlatdar, Class-III Combined Competitive Examination Rules, 2018.
Q3. What are the cut-off marks for GPSC Deputy Section Officer and Mamlatdar 2026?
✅ The notification lists nine cut-off figures, ranging from 95.10 (Group D, d & e) to 214.55. See the “Cut-Off Marks 2026” table above for the complete, exact list as published.
Q4. How can I check my roll number in the GPSC result?
✅ Download the official result PDF from gpsc.gujarat.gov.in or gpsc-ojas.gujarat.gov.in and search your roll number in either the successful candidates’ list (Part-I) or the unsuccessful candidates’ list (Part-II).
Q5. What are the posts covered under this GPSC result?
✅ Deputy Section Officer, Class-III and Deputy Mamlatdar, Class-III, under Advertisement No. 08/2025-26.
Q6. How many MRC candidates have been recommended in this result?
✅ A total of 36 MRC (Meritorious Reserved Category) candidates have been recommended for appointment on unreserved posts.
Q7. Is there negative marking in the GPSC Main Examination?
✅ For Paper-1 (Gujarati) and Paper-2 (English), yes – -0.300 mark for every wrong, multiple-encoded, or blank answer, against +1.000 mark per correct answer.
Q8. Is this result final, or can it change?
✅ The declared result is subject to revision after rechecking of marks for candidates who formally apply for rechecking.
Disclaimer: All information provided is for reference purposes only, based on the official GPSC Notification No. APE-08/2025-26-Main-CNF dated 18 July 2026. Mere inclusion in the result does not confer any right to appointment. Candidates are advised to verify all details including merit position, cut-off marks, and further process from the official GPSC website at gpsc.gujarat.gov.in before taking any action.
