GPSC Recruitment 2026 - Apply Online for 71 Administrative & Civil Posts

GPSC Class 1-2 Recruitment Overview

The Gujarat Public Service Commission (GPSC) has officially announced a new recruitment drive for the year 2026, targeting various high-profile administrative and civil service positions. This notification covers a total of 71 vacancies which include prestigious roles such as Gujarat Administrative Service (Class-1), Gujarat Civil Services (Class 1 & 2) and Municipal Chief Officer (Class-2). Aspirants looking to serve in the state administration must ensure they meet the specific academic and linguistic requirements mandated by the commission. Selection for these posts is typically rigorous, involving a preliminary screening, a descriptive main examination, and a personal interview. It is a significant opportunity for graduates in the state to enter the gazetted ranks of the Gujarat government. Candidates are advised to keep their digital documents ready as the application process is strictly online through the official GPSC portal

GPSC Important Dates

• Notification Release Date: 2 April 2026
• Online Application Starts: 2 April 2026
• Last Date to Apply: 16 April 2026
• Last Date for Fee Payment: 16 April 2026
• Preliminary Exam Date: 7 June 2026
• Result Date: To be announced soon
• Candidates are advised to confirm from the official website

GPSC APPLICATION FEE

• General / OBC / EWS: ₹100 + service/postal charges
• SC / ST: Nil
• PH / Divyang: Nil
• Payment Mode: Online — Debit Card, Credit Card, Net Banking or through Post Office (as per OJAS portal facility)

GPSC Various vacancies Details

• GPSC has announced a total of 71 vacancies for various administrative and municipal posts in this recruitment drive. Out of these, 13 are Class-1 posts and 58 are Class-2 posts

GPSC Salary 2026

GPSC Eligibility Criteria

• Educational Qualification — Candidates must hold a Bachelor's degree from a University established by an Act of Parliament or State Legislature or a Deemed University under Section 3 of the UGC Act, 1956. This applies to all listed posts
• Age Limit — As on the last date of online application: Minimum 20 years and Maximum 35 years
• Mandatory Requirement — For Deputy Superintendent of Police, candidates must meet specific physical standards and undergo physical/medical examination. General fitness is expected for other posts as per recruitment rules
• Age Relaxation — SC/ST/SEBC/EWS (Male): 5 years; SC/ST/SEBC/EWS (Female): 10 years; Unreserved Female: 5 years; PwBD: 10 years; Ex-Servicemen: as per rules (upper age up to 48 years in some cases). Age calculated on the last date of application
• Nationality / Domicile — Indian citizens who fulfill the prescribed conditions. Gujarat domicile benefits may apply for certain relaxations as per government rules

GPSC Selection Process 

• Stage 1: Preliminary Examination (Objective Type) – One paper on General Studies (200 marks, 3 hours). Qualifying in nature
• Stage 2: Main Examination (Written Descriptive Type) – Includes language papers (qualifying) and merit-based General Studies/Essay papers
• Stage 3: Personality Test (Interview) – 150 marks for candidates who qualify the mains
• Final Merit / Document Verification: Based on mains marks + interview performance. Document verification follows for selected candidates. For Dy.SP, physical test is mandatory

How to apply for the GPSC Class 1-2 Recruitment 2026

1. Visit the official website: gpsc.gujarat.gov.in or directly access the OJAS portal at gpsc-ojas.gujarat.gov.in
2. Click on the "Recruitment / Apply Online" section and locate Advertisement No. 05/2026-27
3. Register yourself by providing basic details and generate login credentials if you are a new user
4. Fill the online application form carefully with personal, educational and contact information
5. Upload scanned copies of required documents like photograph, signature and certificates in the prescribed format and size
6. Pay the application fee online (where applicable) through available payment modes
7. Review all entered details in the preview mode and submit the form
8. Take a printout of the final submitted application for future reference