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The launch of state-level administrative recruitment this year by the Gujarat Public Service Commission (GPSC) is sure to excite any recruiter's interest. For Advertisement No. 5/2026-27, the first report stated 71 vacancies. That figure has increased to 213 openings for both Class I and Class II positions in various departments.
The position of Class I and Class II Gujarat government service administrative positions is one of the top positions in state service. Other posts included in the recruitment are Deputy Superintendent of Police (Dy.SP), Mamlatdar, Government Labour Officer, Social Welfare Officer, and Class II Officers of the Gujarat Municipal Chief Officer Service. These positions are gazetted, which means they have a lot of administrative power as well as guaranteed employment for a long period of time in the Gujarat government.
The Preliminary Exam for this recruitment is scheduled for June 7, 2026, while the Main Written Exam is expected to be conducted between October 5 and October 10 of the same year. Those candidates who have completed the application process should now turn their focus to the preparation of the Prelims, which is expected to be around the corner (in the range of three weeks) from the application deadline.
Who Can Apply, How Applications are Processed, and Details of the Exam
To be considered for the GPSC Class I and II in 2026, applicants must have obtained a Bachelor’s degree in any subject from a University established through an Act of Parliament, a State Legislature or a University declared as deemed to be a University under Section 3 of the UGC Act. Final year students can sit for the Preliminary Exam, but have to submit their degree certificate with their Main Exam application. The age of applicants is restricted to between 20 and 35 years. For the reserved categories, ex-servicemen and Persons with disabilities, age relaxations are prescribed by the Government of Gujarat.
The Selection Process comprises three stages. The Preliminary Exam is a screening exam comprised of one General Studies paper of 200 marks, to be completed in 3 hours. This stage is qualifying, and the marks of this exam are not considered for final merit. Candidates who qualify for the Prelims are then subjected to the Main Written Exam, which is a multi-paper exam of a descriptive nature, consisting of Gujarati, English, essay, and multiple General Studies papers focusing on governance, ethics, economy and regional affairs, and a Personality Test, which is an interview. The merit for final selection is based on performance in the Mains and Personality Test, taken together.
For the Post of Deputy Superintendent of Police, candidates must meet physical standards for height and chest measurements. They will also have to sit for a medical and physical exam as part of the selection process.
Salary Structure, Admit Card, and What Candidates Need to Do Next
The GPSC Class I and II posts have a specific salary structure under the 7th Pay Commission. Class I posts, such as the Gujarat Administrative Service and the Deputy Superintendent of Police, are at Pay Level 10, with a salary range of Rs 56,100 to Rs 1,77,500. Class II posts are at Pay Level 8, with a salary of Rs 44,900 to Rs 1,42,400. Both posts have the Dearness Allowance (DA), House Rent Allowance (HRA), Travel Allowance (TA), and other allowances as per the rules for state government services.
Candidates who have applied must download the Preliminary Examination admit card from gpsc-ojas.gujarat.gov.in as and when it is released before the exam on June 7. The admit card is required for entry to the examination and must be carried along with a government-issued photo identity proof. All updates, notifications, and the release of the admit card are posted on the official GPSC OJAS portal. Check the site to avoid the reliance on unofficial sources of exam information.
The Prelims have a syllabus of Indian history, geography, polity, economy, science and technology, current affairs at the national level and of Gujarat state, and general mental ability. Considering the scope and the exam, too, candidates must treat preparation as a full-time priority.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q1. How many vacancies are there in the GPSC Class I and Class II Recruitment 2026?
The Gujarat Public Service Commission has advertised 213 vacancies in Class I and Class II in the Gujarat Administrative Service, the Gujarat Civil Service and the Gujarat Municipal Chief Officer Service in Advertisement No. 5/2026-27.
Q2. What is the date of the GPSC Class I and II Preliminary Exam 2026?
The Preliminary Exam is scheduled on June 7, 2026. The Main Written Exam is tentatively scheduled to be conducted between October 5 – 10, 2026.
Q3. What is the eligibility for GPSC Class I and II 2026?
The age of the candidate must be between 20 and 35 years, and the candidate must have a Bachelor’s Degree from a recognised University. Eligible candidates of the reserved categories are entitled to age relaxation as per the Government of Gujarat rules.
Q4. What is the selection process for GPSC Class I and II 2026?
The selection process consists of the Preliminary Exam (screening, 200 marks, qualifying), the Main Written Exam (descriptive, marks counted for merit) and a Personality Test/Interview.
Q5. What is the salary for GPSC Class I posts?
The Class I posts are in Pay Level 10, and the Class I posts are entitled to a salary in the range of Rs 56,100 to Rs 1,77,500 per month plus DA, HRA, TA and other state government allowances.
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