The Gujarat Panchayat Service Selection Board has released fresh recruitment notices for Gram Sevak and Pashudhan Nirikshak posts in 2026. Together, these advertisements cover 612 vacancies across district panchayats in Gujarat. For a candidate, the first things to check are simple: which post matches your qualification, what the last date is, and whether the application has to be submitted only through OJAS. On all three points, the position is clear. Applications are online only, the combined recruitment covers 500 Gram Sevak posts and 112 Pashudhan Nirikshak posts, and the last date to apply is 7 May 2026.
This is a Gujarat state-level panchayat recruitment, but the vacancies are district-wise and post-wise. That matters because eligibility is not the same for both posts. Gram Sevak is aimed at candidates with agriculture, horticulture, rural studies, or related qualifications. Pashudhan Nirikshak is tied to livestock and animal husbandry qualifications. Candidates should therefore avoid applying based only on the headline vacancy number and instead verify the post-specific eligibility before submitting the form.
The most reliable way to approach this recruitment is to treat the official GPSSB advertisements and OJAS portal as the source of truth for final submission, fee payment, admit card, and exam updates. Some later stages, especially exam date and admit card release, are still not announced. This article focuses on what is already confirmed and separates it from items that are still awaited.
What GPSSB has announced in 2026
GPSSB has issued two separate advertisements in April 2026 for direct recruitment in Gujarat Panchayat service. One advertisement is for Gram Sevak, and the other is for Pashudhan Nirikshak, also referred to in official material as Live Stock Inspector.
The recruitment is district-wise and the vacancy count is subject to change if the board revises requirements. Candidates should read the advertisement for the exact post they want to apply for and not assume that the same eligibility rules apply to both.
| Post | Advertisement No. | Vacancies | Mode |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gram Sevak | 03/2026-27 | 500 | Online |
| Pashudhan Nirikshak / Live Stock Inspector | 02/2026-27 | 112 | Online |
| Total | - | 612 | Online through OJAS |
Important dates and application window
Both advertisements were released on 16 April 2026. The online application window is open on the OJAS portal from 16 April 2026 to 7 May 2026. Candidates should complete both form submission and fee payment within the prescribed window.
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification release | 16 April 2026 |
| Online application start | 16 April 2026 |
| Last date to apply online | 7 May 2026 |
| Last date for fee payment | 7 May 2026 |
| Admit card | Not yet announced |
| Exam date | Not yet announced |
If you plan to apply, do not wait for the last day. OJAS-based recruitments often require careful entry of educational details, category details, and photo-signature uploads.
Post-wise vacancy breakup
The headline number is 612 vacancies, but the larger share belongs to Gram Sevak. This matters because the competition, qualification pool, and technical subject area will be different for the two posts.
| Post | Vacancies | Nature of posting |
|---|---|---|
| Gram Sevak | 500 | District Panchayat / field-oriented panchayat work in Gujarat |
| Pashudhan Nirikshak | 112 | District Panchayat / livestock-related field duties in Gujarat |
The detailed advertisements also indicate district-wise and category-wise distribution. Candidates who care about district allocation should review the official PDF carefully because the post is not being filled as a single undivided statewide pool.
Who can apply for Gram Sevak
The Gram Sevak post is meant for candidates with agriculture, horticulture, rural studies, or closely related prescribed qualifications. Based on the current advertisement summary and the recruitment rule trail on the official GPSSB site, the accepted qualifications include agriculture or horticulture diploma or degree level routes.
- Bachelor of Rural Studies, except the Home Science stream where excluded by the rule wording
- B.Sc. in Agriculture
- B.E. in Agriculture
- B.Tech. in Agricultural Engineering
- B.Sc. in Horticulture
- Diploma in Agriculture or Diploma in Horticulture from a recognized institution, where accepted under the advertisement terms
- Basic knowledge of computer application
- Adequate knowledge of Gujarati or Hindi or both
If your qualification is similar but the exact name differs, do not assume equivalence on your own. Match your certificate wording with the official advertisement before applying.
Who can apply for Pashudhan Nirikshak
The Pashudhan Nirikshak post, described in official English material as Live Stock Inspector, has a different eligibility route from Gram Sevak. It is tied to livestock and animal husbandry qualifications.
- Secondary School Certificate examination with English as one of the subjects, or an equivalent qualification recognized by the government
- At least one-year pre-service Live Stock Inspector course recognized by the Government of Gujarat, or
- Three-year diploma in Veterinary Science and Animal Husbandry or Diploma in Animal Husbandry from a recognized Agriculture or Veterinary University recognized by ICAR
- Basic knowledge of computer application
- Adequate knowledge of Gujarati or Hindi or both
This post is technical in nature. Candidates with unrelated degrees should not rely on the general vacancy notice and should verify the exact diploma requirement from the official PDF.
Age limit and relaxation
The age limit is post-specific. The commonly reported upper age limits for the 2026 advertisements are 35 years for Gram Sevak and 33 years for Pashudhan Nirikshak, with the minimum age starting from 18 years. Candidates should calculate age as on the cutoff date mentioned in the relevant advertisement.
| Post | Minimum Age | Upper Age |
|---|---|---|
| Gram Sevak | 18 years | 35 years |
| Pashudhan Nirikshak | 18 years | 33 years |
Relaxation for reserved categories, women, persons with benchmark disabilities, and ex-servicemen is governed by Gujarat government rules and the detailed conditions in the advertisement. Candidates claiming relaxation should keep supporting certificates ready in the prescribed format and validity window.
Application fee and documents you should keep ready
General category candidates are required to pay an application fee of Rs 100 plus applicable service charges through the prescribed online payment route. Reserved category candidates should check the advertisement carefully for fee exemption or applicable terms before final submission.
Before opening the OJAS form, keep these items ready:
- Recent passport-size photograph in JPG format
- Signature in JPG format
- Educational qualification details exactly as printed on certificates
- Category, EWS, SEBC non-creamy layer, disability, widow, sports, or ex-serviceman documents if applicable
- Basic identity details and contact information
- Computer knowledge and language eligibility details where required
As a practical rule, candidates should fill the form using original certificates, not memory. A mismatch between the form and document verification stage can lead to rejection.
How to apply online through OJAS
The application has to be submitted online only through the Gujarat OJAS portal. GPSSB does not accept offline forms for this recruitment.
- Visit the OJAS portal.
- Open the current advertisement section and locate GPSSB Advt. No. 03/2026-27 for Gram Sevak or Advt. No. 02/2026-27 for Pashudhan Nirikshak.
- Read the detailed advertisement carefully before proceeding.
- Complete registration and enter personal, category, educational, and communication details.
- Upload photograph and signature in the required format.
- Pay the application fee if applicable.
- Submit the form and save the confirmation copy.
Do not leave the process incomplete after entering details. In OJAS workflows, form confirmation and fee payment status matter. A partially filled or unpaid application can become invalid.
Selection process and exam pattern
The recruitment is expected to proceed through the prescribed competitive written examination followed by document verification and merit-based selection. GPSSB has indicated that the exam will be objective in nature and may be conducted through Computer Based Recruitment Test (CBRT) or OMR mode.
The Gujarat Panchayat Recruitment Examination Rules, 2025 show the exam structure for both Gram Sevak and Live Stock Inspector as follows:
| Subject | Marks |
|---|---|
| General Awareness and General Knowledge | 35 |
| Gujarati Grammar | 20 |
| English Language and Grammar | 20 |
| General Mathematics, Reasoning and Data Interpretation | 25 |
| Job-related and technical knowledge linked to the qualification | 100 |
| Total | 200 |
The duration is three hours. The exact exam date, call letter schedule, and any additional instructions will be released later by GPSSB and OJAS.
Pay, service conditions, and posting
Both posts are Class-III Gujarat Panchayat service posts. Current recruitment summaries and the service-rule structure indicate an initial fixed-pay period followed by regular pay on satisfactory completion of service conditions under the applicable rules. Candidates should verify the exact current pay clause in the advertisement they apply under.
Since these are district panchayat-linked posts, selected candidates should expect field-oriented service in Gujarat. Gram Sevak is generally connected with rural development and panchayat-level implementation work. Pashudhan Nirikshak is more closely related to livestock and animal husbandry field functions.
Because the vacancies are district-wise, candidates should read the notification with a posting mindset rather than only an exam mindset. The job is not limited to desk work, especially in the livestock and village-level cadres.
What is confirmed and what is still awaited
As of now, the confirmed points are the release of the advertisements, total vacancies, post-wise vacancy split, online application mode, and the last date of 7 May 2026. The official GPSSB site and OJAS portal are already carrying the relevant advertisement entries.
The following items are still awaited or should be tracked from the official portals only:
- Exact exam date
- Admit card release date
- Any further detailed syllabus notice or exam instruction update
- Answer key release schedule
- Result and document verification schedule
If you are eligible, the safest approach is to submit the form now and then monitor GPSSB and OJAS regularly for the later exam-stage notices.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many vacancies are there in GPSSB Gram Sevak and Pashudhan Nirikshak Recruitment 2026?
There are 612 vacancies in total: 500 for Gram Sevak and 112 for Pashudhan Nirikshak.
What is the last date to apply for GPSSB Recruitment 2026?
The last date to submit the online application is 7 May 2026.
What qualification is required for GPSSB Gram Sevak 2026?
Gram Sevak requires the prescribed agriculture, horticulture, rural studies, or related diploma or degree qualification as listed in the official advertisement, along with computer knowledge and Gujarati or Hindi language knowledge.
What qualification is required for GPSSB Pashudhan Nirikshak 2026?
Pashudhan Nirikshak requires the prescribed livestock or animal husbandry qualification, such as the notified pre-service course or diploma route, along with basic computer knowledge and Gujarati or Hindi language knowledge.
What is the age limit for these GPSSB posts?
The commonly reported age limits for the 2026 advertisements are 18 to 35 years for Gram Sevak and 18 to 33 years for Pashudhan Nirikshak, with relaxations as per rules.
How will candidates be selected in GPSSB Recruitment 2026?
Selection is expected through the prescribed objective written examination, followed by document verification and merit-based selection.
Where should I apply for GPSSB Gram Sevak and Pashudhan Nirikshak Recruitment 2026?
You should apply online through the official OJAS portal. Candidates should also read the detailed GPSSB advertisement before submitting the form.