The Gujarat Public Service Commission (GPSC) has announced the recruitment of 235 Assistant Engineer (AE) posts – both Civil and Mechanical – for the Road & Building Department and the Gujarat Maritime Board. Candidates with a valid B.E./B.Tech degree in the relevant stream can apply online from 5 June 2026 to 19 June 2026.
| Detail | Info |
|---|---|
| Conducting Body | Gujarat Public Service Commission (GPSC) |
| Advertisement Nos. | 24/2026-27, 30/2026-27, 31/2026-27 |
| Post Names | AE (Civil) – R&B Dept; AE (Mechanical) & AE (Civil) – Gujarat Maritime Board |
| Total Vacancies | 235 (200 + 11 + 24) |
| Pay Scale | Pay Level‑8: ₹44,900 – ₹1,42,400 per month |
| Application Mode | Online only |
| Application Start | 5 June 2026 (1:00 PM) |
| Last Date to Apply | 19 June 2026 (11:59 PM) |
| Age Limit | Maximum 35 years as on last date of application |
| Qualification | B.E./B.Tech in Civil or Mechanical Engineering |
| Selection Process | Preliminary Test + Interview |
| Official Website | gpsc.gujarat.gov.in / gpsc-ojas.gujarat.gov.in |
Post & Organization Details
The recruitment is for two departments:
- Road & Building Department – 200 AE (Civil) posts (Advt. 24/2026-27).
- Gujarat Maritime Board – 11 AE (Mechanical) posts (Advt. 30/2026-27) and 24 AE (Civil) posts (Advt. 31/2026-27).
Vacancy Details
Advt. 24/2026-27 – AE (Civil), Road & Building Department (200 Posts)
| Category | Total Posts | Reserved for Women |
|---|---|---|
| General (Unreserved) | 84 | 27 |
| EWS | 20 | 7 |
| SEBC | 53 | 18 |
| SC | 14 | 5 |
| ST | 29 | 10 |
| Total | 200 | 67 |
Additional reservations: 2 posts for Ex‑Servicemen and 8 posts for Persons with Disabilities (PwD).
Advt. 30/2026-27 – AE (Mechanical), Gujarat Maritime Board (11 Posts)
| Category | Total Posts | Reserved for Women |
|---|---|---|
| General | 6 | 2 |
| EWS | 1 | 0 |
| SEBC | 3 | 1 |
| SC | 0 | 0 |
| ST | 1 | 0 |
| Total | 11 | 3 |
Additional reservation: 1 post for Ex‑Servicemen. No PwD reservation.
Advt. 31/2026-27 – AE (Civil), Gujarat Maritime Board (24 Posts)
| Category | Total Posts | Reserved for Women |
|---|---|---|
| General | 14 | 4 |
| EWS | 0 | 0 |
| SEBC | 4 | 1 |
| SC | 1 | 0 |
| ST | 5 | 1 |
| Total | 24 | 6 |
Additional reservation: 2 posts for Ex‑Servicemen. No PwD reservation.
Eligibility Criteria
Educational Qualification
| Post | Required Degree |
|---|---|
| AE (Civil) – R&B Dept (Advt. 24) | B.E./B.Tech in Civil Engineering |
| AE (Mechanical) – GMB (Advt. 30) | B.E./B.Tech in Mechanical Engineering |
| AE (Civil) – GMB (Advt. 31) | B.E./B.Tech in Civil Engineering |
The degree must be from a university established under a Central or State Act or a Deemed University as per UGC Act, 1956. Candidates should possess basic computer knowledge and be proficient in Gujarati or Hindi.
Age Limit
Maximum 35 years as on 19 June 2026 (last date of application).
Age Relaxation
| Category | Relaxation |
|---|---|
| SC/ST/SEBC/EWS Male (Gujarat Origin) | 5 years (max up to 45 years) |
| General Category Women | 5 years (max up to 45 years) |
| SC/ST/SEBC/EWS Women (Gujarat Origin) | 10 years (max up to 45 years) |
| Ex‑Servicemen (including ECO/SCO) | Length of military service + 3 years |
| Persons with Disability | 10 years (max up to 45 years) |
| Gujarat Maritime Board employees | Special provisions (see notification) |
Note: Reserved‑category candidates applying for unreserved posts will **not** receive age relaxation.
Pay Scale & Salary
The selected candidates will be appointed at Pay Level‑8 with a salary range of ₹44,900 – ₹1,42,400 per month, subject to applicable allowances.
Application Fee
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| General (Unreserved) | ₹100 + applicable postal/service charges |
| SC/ST/SEBC/EWS (Gujarat Origin), Ex‑Servicemen, PwD | Nil |
| Reserved Category from Other States | ₹100 + charges |
The fee is non‑refundable. Candidates who fail to pay the fee will be unable to download the call letter and will incur a ₹500 processing charge to unblock it.
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Release Date | 5 June 2026 |
| Online Application Opens | 5 June 2026 (1:00 PM) |
| Last Date to Apply | 19 June 2026 (11:59 PM) |
| Last Date for Fee Payment (Post Office) | 20 June 2026 |
| Consent Form + Consent Deposit Window | 5 June 2026 (1:00 PM) to 20 June 2026 (10:00 AM) |
| Prelim Test – General Studies (Part‑1) | 26 July 2026 (Tentative) |
| Prelim Test – Concerned Subject (Part‑2) | 30 August 2026 (Tentative) |
| Final Result | Within 10 working days after last interview |
Selection Process
- Preliminary Test (two papers: General Studies and Concerned Subject).
- Interview for candidates who qualify the Preliminary Test.
How to Apply
- Visit gpsc-ojas.gujarat.gov.in and complete One Time Registration (OTR) if not already done.
- Log in, click “Online Application” → “Apply”, and select the desired advertisement (24/2026-27, 30/2026-27 or 31/2026-27).
- Enter your OTR Registration Number and Date of Birth, then click “Apply”.
- Fill in all mandatory fields: Personal Details, Communication Details, Language Details, Education Details, Experience Details, etc.
- Upload a passport‑size photograph (5 cm × 3.6 cm, JPG, ≤10 KB) and signature (2.5 cm × 7.5 cm, JPG, ≤10 KB).
- Review the entered information carefully and click “SAVE/SUBMIT”. Note down the Application Number and Confirmation Number displayed on the screen.
- Pay the applicable application fee (if any) and take a printout of the confirmed application.
- You may edit the application until 19 June 2026 (11:59 PM) using the “Edit” option; do not submit a fresh application.
- Complete the Consent Form and pay the Consent Deposit before 20 June 2026 (10:00 AM) through the “CONSENT” menu on the same portal.
Important Links
- Official GPSC Website
- Online Application Portal
- Advertisement PDFs:
FAQ’s
- What is the last date to submit the online application?
The online application must be submitted by 19 June 2026 (11:59 PM). - What is the maximum age limit for general category candidates?
Candidates must not be older than 35 years as on the last date of application. - Is there any application fee for SC/ST candidates?
No, the application fee is waived for SC, ST, SEBC, EWS (Gujarat Origin), Ex‑Servicemen, and PwD candidates. - How many vacancies are there for AE (Civil) in the Road & Building Department?
There are 200 AE (Civil) posts in the Road & Building Department. - What is the pay scale for the selected candidates?
Selected candidates will be appointed at Pay Level‑8 with a salary range of ₹44,900 – ₹1,42,400 per month. - When will the Preliminary Test be conducted?
The General Studies paper is tentatively scheduled for 26 July 2026 and the Concerned Subject paper for 30 August 2026. - Do I need to pay a consent deposit?
Yes. General (Unreserved) male candidates must pay a consent deposit of ₹504.72 (including transaction charge). Reserved categories, all women, PwD, and Ex‑Servicemen pay ₹404.72.