The Gujarat Gaun Seva Pasandgi Mandal (GSSSB) has announced recruitment for 266 Junior Pharmacist (Class‑3) posts under the Health and Family Welfare Department. The online application window is open from 11 June 2026 to 25 June 2026, and candidates possessing the required pharmacy qualifications can apply through the official OJAS portal.
| Detail |
Info |
| Organization |
Gujarat Gaun Seva Pasandgi Mandal (GSSSB), Gandhinagar |
| Advertisement No. |
415/2026-27 dated 06‑06‑2026 |
| Post |
Junior Pharmacist, Class‑3 |
| Department |
Health and Family Welfare Department (Directorate of Medical Services, Gandhinagar) |
| Total Vacancies |
266 posts |
| Pay Scale |
Fixed Pay Rs. 40,800/month for first 5 years; thereafter 7th Pay Commission Level‑5 Rs. 29,200 – Rs. 92,300 on regularisation |
| Application Mode |
Online only (OJAS portal) |
| Selection Mode |
Competitive Written Examination (MCQ – CBRT/OMR) |
| Official Websites |
OJAS Portal |
GSSSB Official Site |
Vacancy Details
| Category |
UR (General) |
EWS |
SC |
ST |
SEBC |
PwBD |
Ex‑Servicemen |
Total |
| Junior Pharmacist, Class‑3 |
139 |
26 |
13 |
25 |
63 |
0 |
26 |
266 |
Women Reservation (Horizontal)
| Category |
UR (Women) |
EWS (Women) |
SC (Women) |
ST (Women) |
SEBC (Women) |
| Junior Pharmacist, Class‑3 |
46 |
9 |
4 |
8 |
21 |
PwBD Eligibility
| Category |
Eligible Disability Types |
| Blindness or Low Vision (A) |
Not applicable |
| Deaf and Hard of Hearing (B) |
D (40‑100 %), HH (40‑100 %) |
| Locomotor Disability (C) |
OL, BL, CP, LC, Dw, AAV, SD, SI (Without Neurological Dysfunction) |
| Autism, Intellectual, Specific Learning & Mental Illness (D & E) |
ASD (Mild), SLD (40‑100 %), MI (40‑100 %), MD (Multiple Disabilities) |
Eligibility Criteria
| Criteria |
Details |
| Educational Qualification |
- Bachelor’s degree in Pharmacy (B.Pharm) or Doctor of Pharmacy (Pharm.D.) from a recognized university/institution; or
- Diploma in Pharmacy with minimum 2 years experience as Junior Pharmacist in Government/Board, dispenser in hospital/dispensary, or pharmacist/medical representative in a pharmaceutical company.
|
| Computer Knowledge |
Basic computer application knowledge as per Gujarat Civil Services Rules. Certificate or marksheet required before appointment if not available at the time of application. |
| Language |
Adequate knowledge of Gujarati or Hindi or both. |
| Pharmacy Council Registration |
Must be registered with Gujarat State Pharmacy Council at the time of appointment (if not already registered). |
| Nationality |
Indian citizen or as per Rule 7 of Gujarat Civil Services Classification and Recruitment (General) Rules, 1967. |
| Security Bond |
Required as per government prescribed form and amount. |
Age Limit
| Category |
Maximum Age (as on 25‑06‑2026) |
| General (UR) – Male |
18 to 35 years |
| General (UR) – Female |
5 years relaxation (up to 40 years) |
| Reserved Categories (SC/ST/SEBC/EWS) – Male |
5 years relaxation (up to 40 years) |
| Reserved Categories – Female |
10 years relaxation (up to 45 years) |
| PwBD – General Male |
10 years relaxation (up to 45 years) |
| PwBD – General Female |
15 years relaxation (up to 45 years) |
| PwBD – Reserved Male |
15 years relaxation (up to 45 years) |
| PwBD – Reserved Female |
20 years relaxation (up to 45 years) |
| Ex‑Servicemen |
Relaxation up to 3 years over and above service period |
Application Fee
| Category |
Examination Fee |
| Unreserved (General / UR) |
Rs. 500 (refundable if appear, non‑refundable if absent) |
| Reserved (All categories – Women, SEBC, SC, ST, EWS, PwBD, Ex‑Servicemen) |
Rs. 400 (refundable if appear, non‑refundable if absent) |
Important Dates
| Event |
Date |
| Date of Advertisement / Opening of Online Application |
06‑06‑2026 (from 14:00 hrs) |
| Last Date for Online Application |
25‑06‑2026 (up to 23:59 hrs) |
| Last Date for Fee Payment |
28‑06‑2026 (up to 23:59 hrs) |
| Age / Eligibility Calculated As On |
25‑06‑2026 |
| Exam Date |
To be announced on GSSSB website |
Selection Process
- Single‑stage Competitive Written Examination (objective MCQ) conducted in CBRT or OMR mode.
- Paper consists of Part‑A (General/Aptitude) and Part‑B (Subject‑Specific – Pharmacy).
- Qualifying standard: Minimum 40 % in each part.
- Negative marking: ¼ mark deducted for each wrong answer.
- PwBD candidates with writing limitations may avail scribe/compensatory time as per guidelines.
Exam Pattern – Part A (General/Aptitude)
| Sr. |
Subject |
Marks |
| 1 |
Logical Reasoning & Data Interpretation |
30 |
| 2 |
Numerical / Mathematical Aptitude |
30 |
| 3 |
Indian Constitution, Current Affairs, Gujarati & English Comprehension |
30 |
| Total (Part‑A) |
90 |
Exam Pattern – Part B (Subject Specific – Pharmacy)
| Sr. |
Subject |
Marks |
| 1 |
Questions related to Pharmacy and its applications |
120 |
| Total (Part‑B) |
120 |
Overall Exam Details
| Total Questions |
Total Marks |
Duration |
Negative Marking |
| 210 (90 + 120) |
210 |
3 Hours (180 minutes) – combined for both parts |
¼ mark per wrong answer |
How to Apply
- Visit the OJAS portal and click on “New Registration”.
- Fill in personal details, upload scanned copies of the following documents:
- Recent passport‑size photograph
- Signature
- Educational certificates (B.Pharm/Pharm.D. or Diploma)
- Experience certificate (if applying with Diploma)
- Category certificate (if applicable)
- Disability certificate (for PwBD candidates)
- Select “GSSSB Junior Pharmacist Recruitment 2026” from the list of advertised posts.
- Enter academic and professional details as per the notification.
- Pay the applicable examination fee (Rs. 500 for General, Rs. 400 for reserved categories) through the online payment gateway.
- After successful payment, download and keep the e‑receipt for future reference.
- Review the entire application, confirm all entries, and submit the application before the deadline (25‑06‑2026 23:59 hrs).
- Print the final submitted application form for your records.
Important Links
FAQ’s
- What is the minimum educational qualification required?
Candidates must have a B.Pharm or Pharm.D. degree, or a Diploma in Pharmacy with at least 2 years relevant experience.
- What is the age limit for general category candidates?
Candidates must be between 18 and 35 years as on 25‑06‑2026. Female general candidates receive a 5‑year relaxation.
- How much is the application fee for a reserved category candidate?
The fee is Rs. 400 (refundable only if the candidate appears for the exam).
- When does the online application window close?
The last date for online submission is 25‑06‑2026 up to 23:59 hrs.
- What is the qualifying criteria for the written exam?
Candidates must secure at least 40 % in each part (Part‑A and Part‑B) of the exam.
- Is there a provision for scribe/compensatory time for PwBD candidates?
Yes, PwBD candidates with writing limitations may avail scribe/compensatory time as per the guidelines.
