The Gujarat Public Service Commission (GPSC) has released a combined recruitment notice covering Advertisement Numbers 42/2026-27 to 56/2026-27 for 26 Class 1 and Class 2 vacancies across 15 posts. The posts span maritime, engineering, planning, food safety, horticulture and hospitality domains, including Marine Engineer, Engineer Surveyor, Port Officer, Pilot Officer, Naval Architect, Assistant Port Officer, Traffic Officer (Communication Officer), Safety Officer, Manager, Assistant Director (FS), Junior Architect and Joint Director of Horticulture. Online applications will open on 24 September 2026 at 1:00 PM and close on 8 October 2026 at 11:59 PM through the GPSC OJAS portal. Nine of the 26 posts are specially reserved for Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD) under various special recruitment drives.
Important Note: Four things every applicant must verify before applying. First, this is a combined short notification covering 15 separate advertisement numbers, each with its own eligibility criteria, experience requirements, professional licences and category conditions. The short notice is only a summary – all qualifications, experience, disability suitability conditions, pay scale, probation terms and reservation details must be verified from the relevant detailed advertisement for each post. Second, nine posts are specifically advertised under Special Recruitment Drives for PwD. Candidates applying for these must hold a valid benchmark disability certificate and meet the prescribed disability suitability conditions for the specific post. Third, GPSC will accept only one application per advertisement number per candidate. If more than one application is submitted for the same advertisement, only the last confirmed application (accompanied by fee, where applicable) will be considered. Fourth, age is calculated as on 8 October 2026 – candidates must verify the post-specific age limits in the detailed advertisements.
GPSC Class 1 and Class 2 Recruitment 2026: Overview
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Recruiting Organisation | Gujarat Public Service Commission (GPSC) |
| Advertisement Numbers | 42/2026-27 to 56/2026-27 (15 advertisements) |
| Post Classification | Class 1 and Class 2 |
| Total Vacancies | 26 |
| Job Location | Gujarat |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Application Portal | GPSC OJAS (gpsc-ojas.gujarat.gov.in) |
| Age Calculation Date | 8 October 2026 |
| Application Opens | 24 September 2026 at 1:00 PM |
| Last Date to Apply Online | 8 October 2026 at 11:59 PM |
| Last Date for Post-Office Challan Fee | 9 October 2026, during post-office working hours |
| Tentative General Studies Prelim | 13 December 2026 |
| Official Website | gpsc.gujarat.gov.in |
GPSC Recruitment 2026: Important Dates
| Event | Date and Time |
|---|---|
| Notification Date | 23 September 2026 |
| Online Application Opens | 24 September 2026 at 1:00 PM |
| Last Date to Apply Online | 8 October 2026 at 11:59 PM |
| Last Date for Fee via Post-Office Challan | 9 October 2026, during post-office working hours |
| Tentative General Studies Preliminary Test | 13 December 2026 |
GPSC Vacancy 2026: Advertisement-Wise and Post-Wise Breakdown
| Advt. No. | Post Name | Class | Vacancies |
|---|---|---|---|
| 42/2026-27 | Marine Engineer – Special Recruitment Drive for PwD | Class 1 | 1 |
| 43/2026-27 | Engineer Surveyor – Special Recruitment Drive for PwD | Class 1 | 1 |
| 44/2026-27 | Port Officer (FGM) / Nautical Officer / Additional Port Officer (FGM) – Special Recruitment Drive for PwD | Class 1 | 1 |
| 45/2026-27 | Assistant Port Officer – Special Recruitment Drive for PwD | Class 2 | 1 |
| 46/2026-27 | Traffic Officer (Communication Officer) – Special Recruitment Drive for PwD | Class 2 | 1 |
| 47/2026-27 | Safety Officer – Special Recruitment Drive for PwD | 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 PwD | Class 2 | 1 |
| 54/2026-27 | Assistant Director (FS) – Third Special Recruitment Drive for PwD | Class 2 | 1 |
| 55/2026-27 | Junior Architect – Third Special Recruitment Drive for PwD | Class 2 | 1 |
| 56/2026-27 | Joint Director of Horticulture – Second Special Recruitment Drive for PwD | Class 1 | 1 |
| Total | 26 |
Note: The number and category of vacancies may be revised by GPSC as per requisitions received from the concerned departments.
GPSC Vacancy 2026: Category-Wise Distribution for General Recruitment Posts
| Advt. No. | Category-Wise Vacancy Breakdown |
|---|---|
| 48/2026-27 (Junior Grade Marine Engineer) | 1 Unreserved |
| 49/2026-27 (Port Officer / Nautical Officer) | 2 SEBC + 1 ST |
| 50/2026-27 (Pilot Officer) | 3 Unreserved + 1 SEBC |
| 51/2026-27 (Naval Architect) | 1 Unreserved |
| 52/2026-27 (Assistant Port Officer) | 4 Unreserved + 1 EWS + 1 SEBC + 1 ST |
| Advt. 42–47, 53–56 (PwD Special Drive) | Reserved for Persons with Benchmark Disabilities |
GPSC Recruitment 2026: Educational Qualification and Experience Summary
The following is a summary based on the combined short notice. All candidates must verify the detailed qualification, experience, licence, certificate and registration requirements from the relevant detailed advertisement.
| Advt. No. | Qualification Summary | Minimum 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 (as per detailed ad) | 2 years |
| 54/2026-27 | Bachelor’s or postgraduate qualification (as per detailed ad) | 5 years |
| 55/2026-27 | Diploma or BE in Architecture (as per detailed ad) | 3 years |
| 56/2026-27 | Relevant postgraduate degree or PhD (as per detailed ad) | 8 years (PG) or 5 years (PhD), as applicable |
GPSC Recruitment 2026: Tentative Examination Schedule
The General Studies Preliminary Test is tentatively scheduled for 13 December 2026. Subject-specific examination dates by advertisement number are given below. All dates are tentative and may change.
| Advertisement Numbers | Tentative Subject Examination Date |
|---|---|
| 53, 54, 55 and 56/2026-27 | 7 January 2027 |
| 45, 46 and 52/2026-27 | 23 January 2027 |
| 42, 43 and 48/2026-27 | 28 January 2027 |
| 47 and 51/2026-27 | 3 February 2027 |
| 44, 49 and 50/2026-27 | 6 February 2027 |
GPSC Recruitment 2026: Selection Process
The selection procedure will follow the recruitment rules applicable to each post and may include the following stages as specified in the detailed advertisement for that post:
- Preliminary Examination (General Studies) – tentatively 13 December 2026
- Subject-related examination or assessment, as applicable
- Interview
- Document verification
Application Fee
The application fee is as prescribed in each detailed advertisement. Unreserved candidates can pay online through the GPSC OJAS portal by 8 October 2026 at 11:59 PM, or through a post-office challan by 9 October 2026 during post-office working hours. Fee exemption conditions for reserved categories must be verified from the relevant detailed advertisement.
Documents Required
- Confirmed online application form with confirmation number
- SSCE certificate (as proof of date of birth – no other document is accepted)
- Educational qualification certificates and mark sheets
- Experience certificates specifying nature, duration and organisation
- Professional registration, licence or competency certificate where required by the post
- Category certificate (SC, ST, SEBC, EWS), in the prescribed Gujarat Government format
- Non-Creamy Layer (NCL) certificate in the prescribed Gujarat format for SEBC candidates
- EWS certificate in the prescribed Gujarat Government format
- Disability certificate for PwBD applicants
- Diploma or degree certificate for the specific qualification required by the post
- Recent passport-size photograph and signature
How to Apply for GPSC Class 1 and Class 2 Recruitment 2026
- Open the GPSC OJAS portal at gpsc-ojas.gujarat.gov.in from 24 September 2026 at 1:00 PM.
- Select the advertisement number for the post you wish to apply for (42/2026-27 to 56/2026-27).
- Read the detailed advertisement for that post carefully, verifying all eligibility conditions including qualification, experience, age, disability suitability (for PwD posts) and category.
- Click the online application link and enter all required personal, educational and experience details.
- Upload your recent photograph and signature in the prescribed format.
- Review all entries before confirming. No corrections will be accepted after the application period closes.
- Pay the applicable fee online before 8 October 2026 at 11:59 PM, or via post-office challan before 9 October 2026.
- Note and safely retain your confirmation number.
- Download and save a copy of the confirmed application form.
Important Instructions for Applicants
- Only one application should be submitted for each advertisement number. If multiple applications are submitted, only the last confirmed application (with fee, if applicable) will be considered.
- No correction will be possible after the online application window closes on 8 October 2026.
- Only the SSCE certificate will be accepted as age proof. No other document will be accepted.
- Upload only your own photograph and signature. If another person’s photograph or signature is found, you may be barred from appearing in the examination.
- The detailed advertisement and the applicable recruitment rules take precedence over this combined short notice.
- GPSC reserves the right to revise the number and category of vacancies based on departmental requisitions.
- Keep all original documents ready for verification at the interview or document verification stage.
- Do not wait until the last day to submit your application. Server load on the final day may cause delays.
GPSC Class 1 and Class 2 Recruitment 2026: Important Links
| Description | Link |
|---|---|
| Apply Online (GPSC OJAS) | Click Here |
| Short Notification PDF | Click Here |
| GPSC Official Website | Click Here |
GPSC Class 1 and Class 2 Recruitment 2026: FAQs
Q1. How many vacancies are available in GPSC Class 1 and Class 2 Recruitment 2026?
✅ A total of 26 vacancies across 15 posts under Advertisement Numbers 42/2026-27 to 56/2026-27.
Q2. When does the GPSC online application open?
✅ The online application opens on 24 September 2026 at 1:00 PM through the GPSC OJAS portal at gpsc-ojas.gujarat.gov.in.
Q3. What is the last date to apply for GPSC Class 1 and Class 2 Recruitment 2026?
✅ The last date to submit and confirm the online application is 8 October 2026 at 11:59 PM. Fee payment via post-office challan can be done until 9 October 2026 during post-office working hours.
Q4. Which posts are included in GPSC Recruitment 2026 (Advt. 42 to 56/2026-27)?
✅ Marine Engineer, Engineer Surveyor, Port Officer (FGM)/Nautical Officer/Additional Port Officer (FGM), Assistant Port Officer, Traffic Officer (Communication Officer), Safety Officer, Junior Grade Marine Engineer, Pilot Officer (FGM), Naval Architect, Manager Grade 1, Assistant Director (FS), Junior Architect, and Joint Director of Horticulture.
Q5. Are there vacancies for Persons with Disabilities in this GPSC recruitment?
✅ Yes. Nine of the 26 posts are under Special Recruitment Drives for Persons with Benchmark Disabilities. Candidates must hold a valid benchmark disability certificate and meet the disability suitability conditions prescribed for the specific post.
Q6. What is the tentative date for the GPSC General Studies Preliminary Test?
✅ The General Studies Preliminary Test is tentatively scheduled for 13 December 2026.
Q7. What age cut-off date applies for GPSC Class 1 and 2 Recruitment 2026?
✅ Age is calculated as on 8 October 2026. Post-wise age limits are available in the respective detailed advertisements.
Q8. Can I apply for more than one post in this GPSC recruitment?
✅ Yes, but you must submit a separate application for each advertisement number. Only one application per advertisement number is permitted.
Disclaimer
The information in this article is based on the combined short recruitment notice (Advertisement Numbers 42/2026-27 to 56/2026-27) published by the Gujarat Public Service Commission on gpsc.gujarat.gov.in on 23 September 2026. The short notice is a summary only. All eligibility conditions, qualification details, experience requirements, disability suitability conditions, pay scales, reservation details and recruitment rules must be verified from the relevant detailed advertisement for each post on the official GPSC website. Tentative examination dates are subject to change. JobShouter is not associated with GPSC. This article is for informational purposes only.
