Goa Staff Selection Commission (GSSC) Recruitment 2026
Advertisement No. 2 of Year 2026
The Goa Staff Selection Commission (GSSC) has officially released Advertisement No. 2 of Year 2026 inviting online applications for multiple Group ‘C’ posts across various departments of the Government of Goa. This is a major recruitment drive offering more than 700 vacancies in Police, Forest, Prisons, Sports, and other departments.
The notification was released on 20 February 2026 and the last date to apply online is 13 March 2026 .
Eligible candidates must apply online through the official website of GSSC.
MAIN HIGHLIGHTS TABLE
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Organization | Goa Staff Selection Commission (GSSC) |
| Advertisement No | 2 of Year 2026 |
| Notification Date | 20 February 2026 |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Job Type | Government of Goa – Group ‘C’ Posts |
| Total Vacancies | 700+ Posts |
| Selection Mode | CBT + PET + CBT II (Post-wise) |
| Official Website | https://gssc.goa.gov.in |
IMPORTANT DATES TABLE
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Release Date | 20 February 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 13 March 2026 |
| Exam Date | To be announced |
APPLY LINK TABLE
| Purpose | Link |
|---|---|
| Official Notification PDF | Download Here |
| Apply Online | Click Here |
| Official Website | https://gssc.goa.gov.in |
Total Vacancies Overview
The recruitment includes the following major posts:
| Sl. No | Post Name | Vacancies |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Range Forest Officer | 13 |
| 2 | Platoon Commander (Male) | 4 |
| 3 | Round Forester | 23 |
| 4 | Police Constable (Male/Female) | 360 |
| 5 | Police Constable (Armed Police) | 119 |
| 6 | Police Constable Driver (Grade-III) | 111 |
| 7 | Constable (Greaser) | 1 |
| 8 | Constable (Electrician) | 1 |
| 9 | Forest Guard | 9 |
| 10 | Assistant Superintendent (Male) | 4 |
| 11 | Warden (Male) | 60 |
| 12 | Matron (Female) | 10 |
| 13 | Lascar (Male) | 5 |
| 14 | Escort (Female) | 2 |
Total vacancies exceed 700 posts .
Educational Qualification Overview
Different posts require different educational qualifications:
Range Forest Officer
- Bachelor’s Degree in Science with subjects like Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry, Botany, Zoology, Forestry, Agriculture
Platoon Commander
- Higher Secondary Certificate
Police Constable / Armed Police
- Secondary School Certificate (SSC)
Police Constable Driver
- SSC + Valid Heavy/Light Vehicle Driving License + 2 years experience
Technical Posts (Greaser / Electrician)
- SSC + ITI Certificate + Experience
Forest Guard
- SSC
Prison Department Posts
- SSC
Knowledge of Konkani is mandatory for all posts .
Age Limit
Age limits vary depending on the post:
- 28 years for Police Constable posts
- 35 years for Forest Guard / Round Forester
- 45 years for some senior posts
Age relaxation is applicable as per Government of Goa rules:
- SC/ST – 5 years
- OBC – 3 years
- PwD – 10 years
- Ex-servicemen / Home Guards – As per rules
Application Fee
| Pay Level | UR | SC/ST | OBC | PwD | EWS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Level 1–3 | ₹200 | ₹50 | ₹100 | ₹50 | ₹100 |
| Level 4 & Above | ₹400 | ₹100 | ₹200 | ₹100 | ₹200 |
Payment mode: Online only .
Selection Process
The selection process consists of:
- Computer Based Test (CBT-I)
- Physical Endurance Test (PET) – Qualifying
- Computer Based Test (CBT-II)
- Document Verification
CBT-I is common screening for most posts .
CBT Exam Pattern
Common Pattern for Most Posts
CBT-I:
- Reasoning – 10 marks
- Numerical Ability – 10 marks
- Konkani Language – 10 marks
- English & Comprehension – 30 marks
Total – 60 marks
Time – 75 minutes
Passing Criteria:
- UR – 45%
- OBC – 40%
- SC/ST – 35%
- Minimum 4 marks in Konkani language mandatory
No negative marking .
Physical Standards Overview
Police Constable (Male)
- Height: 168 cm
- Chest: 80–85 cm
- 100m run: 14 sec
- 800m run: 2 min 50 sec
Police Constable (Female)
- Height: 157 cm
- 100m run: 18.5 sec
- 400m run: 1 min 40 sec
Forest Posts
- Male: 163 cm height + 25 km walking in 4 hours
- Female: 150 cm height + 16 km walking in 4 hours
Full physical standards are clearly mentioned in the notification .
Important Instructions
- Apply online only via https://gssc.goa.gov.in
- Separate application required for each post
- CBT-I score used for shortlisting
- PET is qualifying only
- Merit will be based on CBT-II marks
- Preference option once exercised cannot be changed
Why You Should Apply
- Large number of vacancies
- Stable Government Job
- Police & Forest department opportunities
- Good salary as per 7th Pay Commission
- Promotion opportunities
- Job security
- Reservation benefits
- No negative marking
How to Apply
- Visit https://gssc.goa.gov.in
- Click on Advertisement No. 2 of Year 2026
- Register online
- Fill application form carefully
- Upload required documents
- Pay application fee
- Submit before 13 March 2026
The Goa Staff Selection Commission Recruitment 2026 is one of the biggest state-level recruitment drives offering more than 700 Group ‘C’ government posts in Police, Forest, Prisons, and other departments.
Candidates who are 10th pass, 12th pass, Graduates, ITI holders, or those with driving licenses can apply depending on the post eligibility.
Since the last date is 13 March 2026, candidates are advised to apply as early as possible and start preparation for CBT and PET immediately.
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