The Surat Municipal Corporation (SMC), Central Establishment (Recruitment) Department, has released Advertisement No. PRO/320/2026-27 dated 4 November 2026 for 70 vacancies: 14 Deputy Town Planner (Level-9) and 56 Assistant Town Planner (Level-8). This is a revised advertisement that corrects the earlier SMC Advertisement No. PRO 739 dated 11 March 2026 and changes the prescribed qualifications for both posts. Applications for these two cadres open on 16 November 2026 at 11:00 AM and close on 30 November 2026 at 11:00 PM at suratmunicipal.gov.in. Candidates who already applied under the March 2026 advertisement need not apply again.
Important Note
1. Applications open in 8 days on 16 November 2026 at 11:00 AM. The portal is not yet live. Mark the date and log in promptly when it opens.
2. This is a revised notification that corrects the qualification criteria for both posts. Candidates who applied under the earlier advertisement PRO 739 (March 2026) do not need to submit a fresh application. If you did not apply earlier and meet the revised qualifications, you must apply now.
3. Deputy Town Planner requires a minimum of 5 years of relevant Town Planning experience after obtaining the qualifying degree. An offer letter or appointment letter is not accepted as experience proof. Only an experience certificate from the employer on the institution’s letterhead is valid.
SMC Recruitment 2026: Overview
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Organisation | Surat Municipal Corporation (SMC) |
| Department | Central Establishment (Recruitment) Department |
| Advertisement No. | PRO/320/2026-27 |
| Notification Date | 4 November 2026 |
| Total Vacancies | 70 |
| Posts | Deputy Town Planner (14) and Assistant Town Planner (56) |
| Pay Level | Level-9 (DTP) and Level-8 (ATP) |
| Pay Scale | Rs. 53,100 to Rs. 1,67,800 (DTP) and Rs. 44,900 to Rs. 1,42,400 (ATP) |
| Age Limit | 45 years (DTP) and 35 years (ATP) as on 30 November 2026 |
| Application Fee | Rs. 500 (UR) / Rs. 400 (Reserved and PwD) |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Application Opens | 16 November 2026 at 11:00 AM |
| Last Date to Apply | 30 November 2026 at 11:00 PM |
| Age Cut-Off Date | 30 November 2026 |
| Selection | Written, practical or oral test at Municipal Commissioner’s discretion |
| Job Location | Surat, Gujarat |
| Helpline | 0261-2423751-54, Ext. 231/299 |
| Official Website | suratmunicipal.gov.in |
Important Dates
| Event | Date and Time |
|---|---|
| Notification Date | 4 November 2026 |
| Application Opens | 16 November 2026 at 11:00 AM |
| Application Closes | 30 November 2026 at 11:00 PM |
| Age Cut-Off Date | 30 November 2026 |
Vacancy Details
| Post | Vacancies | Pay Level | Pay Matrix |
|---|---|---|---|
| Deputy Town Planner | 14 | Level-9 | Rs. 53,100 to Rs. 1,67,800 |
| Assistant Town Planner | 56 | Level-8 | Rs. 44,900 to Rs. 1,42,400 |
| Total | 70 |
PwD reservation: 1 post for Deputy Town Planner, 2 posts for Assistant Town Planner. Category-wise roster is in the official notification at suratmunicipal.gov.in. Women: 33% horizontal reservation within each category.
Eligibility Criteria
Educational Qualification
Both posts require the same academic foundation:
| Component | Requirement |
|---|---|
| Technical Degree | M.Arch. / M.E. (Civil) / B.Arch. / B.E. (Civil) / M.Plan / B.Plan from a recognised university |
| Planning Qualification | Post Graduate Degree or Diploma in City Planning / Town Planning / Regional Planning from a recognised institute, OR Membership of the Institute of Town Planners after passing its examination |
| Computer Knowledge | Basic Computer Application knowledge as per Gujarat Civil Services Classification and Recruitment (General) Rules 1967 |
| Language | Adequate knowledge of Gujarati or Hindi or both |
Experience (Deputy Town Planner only)
A minimum of 5 years of work experience related to Town Planning, gained after obtaining the qualifying degree. An experience certificate on the employer’s letterhead (with nature of work, designation and salary details) is mandatory. An offer letter or appointment letter is not accepted.
No Experience Required
Assistant Town Planner: no experience requirement is specified in this notification.
Age Limit
| Post | Maximum Age (as on 30 November 2026) |
|---|---|
| Deputy Town Planner | 45 years |
| Assistant Town Planner | 35 years |
| Category | Relaxation |
|---|---|
| Reserved category candidates originally from Gujarat | As per Government rules; overall age must not exceed 45 years |
| SMC regular-pay employees | No age limit |
Application Fee
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| Unreserved (General) | Rs. 500 |
| Reserved categories (All Women, SEBC, EWS, SC, ST) and PwD | Rs. 400 |
Payment is online only by debit card, credit card or net banking. The fee is non-refundable after the online application is filed. Cash, demand draft, pay order or Indian postal order is not accepted.
Selection Process
SMC prepares a waiting list for direct recruitment to currently vacant posts.
| Stage | Details |
|---|---|
| Application Shortlisting | Based on qualification and eligibility |
| Written/Practical/Oral Test | Municipal Commissioner decides which stage(s) are held based on application volume |
| Waiting List | Prepared by the Staff Selection Committee under the recruitment rules |
| Final Appointment | To currently vacant posts from the waiting list |
If two candidates have equal merit, the older candidate gets priority. If age is also equal, the one with higher educational merit is placed higher. Candidates must attend any test at their own cost.
How to Apply for SMC Town Planner Recruitment 2026
- Visit suratmunicipal.gov.in from 16 November 2026 at 11:00 AM.
- Download and read the official advertisement PDF for Deputy Town Planner or Assistant Town Planner.
- Click on User Registration. Enter email, mobile number and captcha. Verify the OTP. Enter your name and password, then verify your email.
- Log in and complete the User Profile (name, date of birth, Aadhaar, address, languages known).
- Click Apply Now against the cadre (Deputy Town Planner or Assistant Town Planner).
- Fill Personal Details, Educational Qualification, Experience Details and Documents Details.
- Enter the security code, accept the declaration and upload your photograph (up to 150 KB, JPG/JPEG/PNG) and signature (up to 50 KB).
- Preview carefully. Click Confirm and Pay.
- Pay the fee online and download the payment receipt.
- Submit by 30 November 2026 at 11:00 PM.
One application per cadre. If more than one is submitted for the same cadre, only the last confirmed application is accepted and no refund is given for the earlier one.
Documents Required
- Age proof: birth certificate, school leaving certificate or secondary/higher secondary certificate.
- Educational qualification: mark sheets, degree certificate, attempt certificates, registration certificate and grade-to-percentage conversion certificate where applicable.
- Experience certificate (for Deputy Town Planner): on institution’s letterhead, stating nature of work, designation, dates and salary. Must be signed and dated.
- SC/ST: caste certificate from Gujarat Government competent authority.
- SEBC: Non-Creamy Layer certificate in Gujarati Annexure-4 format, issued on or after 1 April 2024 and valid for three years.
- EWS: eligibility certificate in Gujarati Annexure-G format from Government of Gujarat.
- PwD: disability certificate and UDID.
- Married women applying under husband’s name: marriage registration certificate or Government Gazette copy.
- Government/semi-government/company employees: No Objection Certificate.
Originals and attested copies are submitted at document verification, not at the online application stage.
Important Instructions
- Candidates who already applied for Deputy Town Planner or Assistant Town Planner under the earlier advertisement PRO 739 (11 March 2026) do not need to reapply.
- No application is invited for Assistant Engineer (Electrical) in this notice. That post’s number was corrected only.
- One Radiologist post from the earlier advertisement PRO 739 is cancelled.
- Changes to a submitted form are not entertained after final submission. If a correction is needed, a new form must be filed and the earlier fee is forfeited.
- Keep the mobile number and email ID active throughout the recruitment process, as call letters and updates are sent there.
Important Links
| Description | Link |
|---|---|
| Official Notification PDF (PRO/320/2026-27) | Click Here |
| Apply Online (opens 16 November 2026, 11:00 AM) | Click Here |
| SMC Official Website | Click Here |
FAQs
How many vacancies are there in SMC Recruitment 2026?
70 posts: 14 Deputy Town Planner and 56 Assistant Town Planner under Advertisement No. PRO/320/2026-27.
When do SMC Town Planner applications open?
Applications open on 16 November 2026 at 11:00 AM and close on 30 November 2026 at 11:00 PM.
I applied under the March 2026 SMC advertisement. Do I apply again?
No. Candidates who applied under Advertisement PRO 739 dated 11 March 2026 for Deputy Town Planner or Assistant Town Planner do not need to reapply.
What is the qualification for SMC Deputy Town Planner?
M.Arch./M.E.(Civil)/B.Arch./B.E.(Civil)/M.Plan/B.Plan plus a PG Degree/Diploma in City/Town/Regional Planning or Town Planners’ institute membership, with at least 5 years of post-qualification Town Planning experience.
What is the age limit for SMC Town Planner posts?
Deputy Town Planner: 45 years maximum. Assistant Town Planner: 35 years maximum. Both as on 30 November 2026.
What is the salary for SMC Deputy Town Planner?
Level-9, Pay Matrix Rs. 53,100 to Rs. 1,67,800.
Is the application fee refundable?
No. The fee is non-refundable after the online application is filed.
Disclaimer
This article is based on Surat Municipal Corporation Advertisement No. PRO/320/2026-27 dated 4 November 2026, available at suratmunicipal.gov.in. Category-wise vacancy details and reservation conditions must be verified from the official notification. JobShouter is not associated with Surat Municipal Corporation (SMC). This article is for informational purposes only.
