GPSC Class 1 and Class 2 Recruitment 2026

📋 Recruitment Overview

Organization	Gujarat Public Service Commission (GPSC)
Job Category	State PSC
Eligibility Qualification	Diploma (diploma), B.Tech (btech), B.E. (be), Master's Degree (masters-degree), Ph.D. (phd)
Number of Vacancies	26 Posts
Salary / Pay Scale	Applicable salary and allowances for the relevant Gujarat Government Class 1 or Class 2 post. Exact pay level, pay scale, probation conditions, and allowances must be checked in the detailed post-specific advertisement.
Gender Eligibility	both
Application Fee	The application fee is payable according to the category and conditions stated in the detailed advertisement. Unreserved candidates can pay the prescribed fee online up to 8 October 2026 at 11:59 PM or through a post-office challan up to 9 October 2026 during post-office working hours. Fee exemptions and rules must be verified before payment.

📄 Details & Description

- Gujarat Public Service Commission (GPSC) has released a combined recruitment notice for 26 Class 1 and Class 2 vacancies across various posts.
- Posts include Marine Engineer, Engineer Surveyor, Port Officer, Pilot Officer, Naval Architect, Assistant Port Officer, Manager, Assistant Director, Junior Architect, and Joint Director of Horticulture.
- The recruitment drive includes special vacancies for persons with benchmark disabilities under specific advertisement numbers.

🎓 Eligibility Criteria

- Marine Engineer (Advt. 42/2026-27, Class 1): BE/BTech in Mechanical or Marine Engineering with 5 years of experience.
- Engineer Surveyor (Advt. 43/2026-27, Class 1): BE/BTech in Mechanical or Marine Engineering with 8 years of experience.
- Port Officer (FGM)/Nautical Officer/Additional Port Officer (FGM) (Advt. 44/2026-27, Class 1): Qualification and experience as prescribed in the detailed advertisement, 8 years of experience.
- Assistant Port Officer (Advt. 45/2026-27, Class 2): Qualification and experience as prescribed in the detailed advertisement, 2 years of experience.
- Traffic Officer (Communication Officer) (Advt. 46/2026-27, Class 2): Qualification and experience as prescribed in the detailed advertisement, 2 years of experience.
- Safety Officer (Advt. 47/2026-27, Class 2): Qualification and experience as prescribed in the detailed advertisement, 3 years of experience.
- Junior Grade Marine Engineer (Advt. 48/2026-27, Class 1): BE/BTech in Mechanical or Marine Engineering with 5 years of experience.
- Port Officer (FGM)/Nautical Officer/Additional Port Officer (FGM) (Advt. 49/2026-27, Class 1): Qualification and experience as prescribed in the detailed advertisement, 8 years of experience.
- Pilot Officer (FGM) (Advt. 50/2026-27, Class 1): Qualification and experience as prescribed in the detailed advertisement, 6 years of experience.
- Naval Architect (Advt. 51/2026-27, Class 1): Qualification and experience as prescribed in the detailed advertisement, 7 years of experience.
- Assistant Port Officer (Advt. 52/2026-27, Class 2): Qualification and experience as prescribed in the detailed advertisement, 2 years of experience.
- Manager Grade 1 (Advt. 53/2026-27, Class 2): Diploma or degree in Hotel Management, subject to detailed advertisement, 2 years of experience.
- Assistant Director (FS) (Advt. 54/2026-27, Class 2): Bachelor’s or postgraduate qualification as specified in the detailed advertisement, 5 years of experience.
- Junior Architect (Advt. 55/2026-27, Class 2): Diploma or BE in Architecture, subject to detailed advertisement, 3 years of experience.
- Joint Director of Horticulture (Advt. 56/2026-27, Class 1): Relevant postgraduate degree or PhD as specified in the detailed advertisement, 8 years with postgraduate qualification or 5 years with PhD.

⚙️ Selection Process

- Preliminary examination (General Studies) tentatively scheduled for 13 December 2026.
- Subject-related examination or assessment, where applicable.
- Interview.
- Document verification.

🏷️ Category Eligibility & Reservations

General, OBC, SC, ST, EWS, Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD)

📂 Required Documents

- Confirmed online application form.
- SSCE certificate showing date of birth.
- Educational qualification certificates and mark sheets.
- Experience certificates.
- Category certificate (if applicable).
- Non-Creamy Layer Certificate for SEBC candidates (in prescribed Gujarat format).
- EWS certificate (in prescribed Gujarat Government format).
- Disability certificate for applicants seeking Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD) reservation.
- Professional registration, license, or competency certificate required for the post.
- Recent photograph, signature, and valid identity proof.

💳 Application Fee Details

The application fee is payable according to the category and conditions stated in the detailed advertisement. Unreserved candidates can pay the prescribed fee online up to 8 October 2026 at 11:59 PM or through a post-office challan up to 9 October 2026 during post-office working hours. Fee exemptions and rules must be verified before payment.

❓ Frequently Asked Questions

Q. How many vacancies are available under GPSC Recruitment 2026?

There are a total of 26 vacancies announced under Advertisement Numbers 42/2026-27 to 56/2026-27 for Class 1 and Class 2 posts.

Q. What is the last date to apply for GPSC Recruitment 2026?

The last date to submit and confirm the online application is 8 October 2026 at 11:59 PM.

Q. Which posts are included in this recruitment?

The recruitment includes Marine Engineer, Engineer Surveyor, Port Officer, Assistant Port Officer, Traffic Officer, Safety Officer, Pilot Officer, Naval Architect, Manager, Assistant Director, Junior Architect, and Joint Director of Horticulture posts.

Q. Are there special vacancies for persons with disabilities?

Yes, nine posts are advertised under special recruitment drives for eligible persons with benchmark disabilities.

Q. When will the preliminary examination for GPSC Recruitment 2026 be conducted?

The preliminary examination (General Studies) is tentatively scheduled for 13 December 2026.