GSSSB Gujarati Stenographer Grade-3 Recruitment 2026 announced for 25 vacancies. Check eligibility, age limit, salary, exam pattern, application fee, and apply online before 06 March 2026.
The Gujarat Subordinate Service Selection Board (GSSSB), Gandhinagar, has issued Advertisement No. 382/202526 for the direct recruitment of Gujarati Stenographer, Grade-3 (Class-3). A total of 25 vacancies are available under the Sachivalaya (Secretariat) Cadre and the Head of Department (HOD) Cadre.
Interested candidates can apply online through the OJAS portal from 21 February 2026 (2:00 PM) to 06 March 2026 (11:59 PM). Applicants are advised to review the eligibility conditions and exam scheme carefully before submitting the form.
📌 Recruitment Overview : GSSSB Gujarati Stenographer Grade-3 Recruitment 2026
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Organization | Gujarat Subordinate Service Selection Board (GSSSB) |
| Post Name | Gujarati Stenographer, Grade-3 (Class-3) |
| Advertisement No. | 382/202526 |
| Total Vacancies | 25 |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Application Period | 21 Feb 2026 – 06 Mar 2026 |
| Official Websites | gsssb.gujarat.gov.in / ojas.gujarat.gov.in |
📢 Vacancy Distribution : GSSSB Gujarati Stenographer Grade-3 Recruitment 2026
| Cadre | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Sachivalaya (Secretariat) | 07 |
| Head of Department (HOD) | 18 |
| Total | 25 |
Category-wise reservations for UR, EWS, SC, ST, SEBC, Women, PwD, and Ex-Servicemen are detailed in the official notification.
🎓 Eligibility Criteria (As on 06 March 2026) : GSSSB Gujarati Stenographer Grade-3 Recruitment 2026
Educational Qualification
- Bachelor’s degree from a recognized university.
- Basic computer knowledge as prescribed by the State Government.
- Adequate knowledge of Gujarati or Hindi (or both).
Age Limit
- Minimum Age: 20 Years
- Maximum Age: 40 Years
Age Relaxation:
- General Female & Reserved Category Male: Up to 5 Years
- Reserved Category Female: Up to 10 Years
- Additional relaxation for PwD & Ex-Servicemen as per government norms.
💰 Salary Details : GSSSB Gujarati Stenographer Grade-3 Recruitment 2026
- Fixed Pay: ₹26,000 per month for the first five years.
- After completion of five years, appointment under 7th Pay Commission Matrix Level-4 (₹25,500 – ₹81,100).
💳 Application Fee
- Unreserved Category: ₹500
- Reserved Categories & All Female Candidates: ₹400
- Payment Mode: Online (Debit Card, Net Banking, UPI, Wallet)
📌 The examination fee will be refunded to candidates who appear in the examination.
📅 Last date for fee payment: 09 March 2026 (11:59 PM).
📝 Selection Process & Exam Pattern : GSSSB Gujarati Stenographer Grade-3 Recruitment 2026
The recruitment process consists of two stages:
Stage 1: Qualifying Shorthand Test
- Dictation in Gujarati shorthand at 60 words per minute for 2 minutes.
- Transcription speed of 7 words per minute (handwritten).
- Only qualifying candidates proceed to the Main Exam.
Stage 2: Main Examination
Paper-1: Gujarati Language & Computer Knowledge
- Total Marks: 100
- Duration: 2 Hours
- Includes Essay, Precis, Letter Writing, Translation (Gujarati ↔ English), Grammar, and Basic Computer Knowledge.
- Minimum Qualifying Marks: 40%
Paper-2: Skill Test (Shorthand & Typing)
- Total Marks: 100
- Dictation: 2 paragraphs (4 minutes each) at 60 WPM.
- Transcription Time: 50 minutes on computer.
- Deduction: 1 mark for every 3 mistakes.
- Minimum Qualifying Marks: 50
🚀 How to Apply : GSSSB Gujarati Stenographer Grade-3 Recruitment 2026
- Visit the OJAS portal.
- Select “Online Application” and choose GSSSB.
- Find Advertisement No. 382/202526.
- Register/Login with OTR credentials.
- Fill in required personal and educational details.
- Upload photograph (white background) and signature in prescribed format.
- Confirm application and generate Confirmation Number.
- Pay application fee before 09 March 2026.
- Download and print application form for reference.
📅 Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Application Start | 21 February 2026 (14:00 Hrs) |
| Application End | 06 March 2026 (23:59 Hrs) |
| Fee Payment Last Date | 09 March 2026 (23:59 Hrs) |
🔗 Important Links
| Description | Link |
|---|---|
| Official Notification | Click Here |
| Official Website | Click Here |
| Apply Online | Click Here |
| Join WhatsApp Channel | Click Here |
| Home Page | Click Here |
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q1. What is the last date to apply for GSSSB Gujarati Stenographer 2026?
The last date to submit the online application is 06 March 2026.
Q2. What is the required shorthand speed?
Candidates must have a shorthand speed of 60 words per minute in Gujarati.
Q3. What is the maximum age limit?
The maximum age limit is 40 years as of 06 March 2026, with relaxation applicable for reserved categories.
⚠ Disclaimer
This article is provided for informational purposes only. Candidates should refer to the official notification released by the Gujarat Subordinate Service Selection Board for complete and accurate details regarding eligibility, reservations, exam pattern, and other recruitment conditions. Information mentioned here is based on the official advertisement at the time of writing and may be subject to change. Applicants are advised to regularly visit the official GSSSB and OJAS websites for updates and official announcements.