GSSSB Additional Assistant Engineer (Civil) Recruitment 2026 – Complete Detailed Notification

The Gujarat Gaun Seva Pasandgi Mandal (GSSSB), Gandhinagar has released a revised recruitment notification for the post of Additional Assistant Engineer (Civil), Class-3 under Advertisement No. 303/202526.

Initially, 824 vacancies were announced under the Narmada, Water Resources, Water Supply and Kalpasar Department. As per the revised notification, an additional 150 vacancies have been added from the Gujarat Water Supply and Sewerage Board (GWSSB).

With this revision, the total number of vacancies has increased to 974 posts.

This recruitment is one of the largest civil engineering diploma-based government recruitments in Gujarat for 2026 and offers a strong career opportunity in the state engineering services.

Recruitment Overview

Apply Link and Notification Link Table

Total Vacancy Details – 974 Posts

As per the revised advertisement:

Department-wise Vacancy Distribution

1. Narmada, Water Resources, Water Supply & Kalpasar Department – 824 Posts
2. Gujarat Water Supply and Sewerage Board (GWSSB) – 150 Posts

Grand Total – 974 Posts

Category-wise Distribution (Combined)

Note: Detailed breakup is available in the official advertisement.

Important Dates

Candidates must ensure that they complete the online application and fee payment before the deadline.

Eligibility Criteria

1. Educational Qualification

Candidates must possess:

• Diploma in Civil Engineering from:
  • Technical Examination Board, Gujarat
    OR
  • Any University established under Central/State Act
    OR
  • Recognized Institution approved by Government

Important Condition:

Candidates holding a Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering are not eligible.

Equivalent Diplomas Accepted

The department has recognized the following equivalent diplomas:

• Diploma in Civil (Construction)
• Diploma in Civil & Environmental Engineering
• Diploma in Construction Engineering
• Diploma in Transportation Engineering
• Diploma in Civil Engineering (Public Health)
• Diploma in Civil Engineering (Rural Engineering)
• Diploma in Civil Engineering (Environment & Pollution Control)

Only candidates with these specific qualifications can apply.

2. Computer Knowledge

Candidates must have:

• Basic computer knowledge certificate
  OR
• Computer subject in Diploma / Degree
  OR
• Passed Class 10/12 with Computer subject

If not available at application stage, it must be produced before appointment.

3. Language Knowledge

Candidate must have adequate knowledge of:

• Gujarati OR
• Hindi OR
• Both

Age Limit

• Minimum Age: 18 Years
• Maximum Age: 33 Years
• Age calculated as on 27 May 2025

Age Relaxation

Maximum age after relaxation cannot exceed 45 years.

Salary Structure

As per Finance Department Resolution:

• Fixed Pay: Rs. 49,600 per month for first 5 years
• After 5 years (subject to satisfactory service):
  Pay Scale: Rs. 39,900 – 1,26,600 (Level-7)

This makes the position financially attractive for diploma civil engineers seeking state government employment.

Application Fee

Important:

• Fee must be paid online only.
• Candidates appearing for exam will get refund of exam fee.
• Fee payment deadline: 12 March 2026.

Selection Process

The recruitment process consists of a single competitive examination conducted through:

• CBRT (Computer Based Response Test)
  OR
• OMR Based Examination

Exam Pattern

Total Questions: 210

Total Marks: 210

Duration: 3 Hours (180 Minutes)

Part-A (60 Marks)

Minimum Qualifying Marks: 40%

Part-B (150 Marks)

Minimum Qualifying Marks: 40%

Negative Marking

• 1/4 mark deduction for each wrong answer.

Merit List Preparation

1. Candidates must secure minimum qualifying marks in both Part-A and Part-B separately.
2. Final merit list prepared based on total marks.
3. Approximately double the number of vacancies will be called for document verification.
4. Final selection list and waiting list will be prepared category-wise.

Important Instructions

• Only online applications will be accepted.
• Multiple applications: Only last confirmed application considered.
• After confirmation, no correction allowed.
• Candidates must upload recent white background photograph.
• Incorrect details will lead to rejection.
• Category certificate must match application details.
• EWS/SEBC certificates must be valid within specified date range.

Reservation Rules

• Reservation applicable only to Gujarat domicile candidates.
• Women reservation applicable category-wise.
• EWS and SEBC certificates must follow government prescribed format.
• Income & Asset certificate must be valid as per mentioned timeline.

Posting & Department Allocation

Selected candidates may be appointed in:

1. Narmada, Water Resources, Water Supply & Kalpasar Department
2. Gujarat Water Supply & Sewerage Board

Candidates must indicate preference during document verification.

Important Note:

Candidates appointed under GWSSB will not be treated as Gujarat Government employees.

Why This Recruitment is Important

This recruitment is highly significant because:

• 974 total vacancies – large opportunity
• Attractive salary structure
• Permanent government post after 5 years
• Engineering technical role
• State-level secure employment
• Strong career growth prospects

For Diploma Civil Engineers in Gujarat, this is a major opportunity in 2026.

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The GSSSB Additional Assistant Engineer (Civil), Class-3 Recruitment 2026 under Advertisement No. 303/202526 is a massive opportunity with 974 total vacancies after revision.

Eligible diploma civil engineers should apply online through OJAS before 12 March 2026 and prepare thoroughly for the competitive examination.

Candidates must carefully review eligibility conditions, age relaxation rules, certificate requirements, and exam pattern before submitting their application.

For complete details, refer to the notification documents linked above and apply within the prescribed timeline.

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