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- The Gujarat Gaun Seva Pasandgi Mandal (GSSSB) has published the Junior Pharmacist Recruitment 2026 Notification on 06 June 2026. The recruitment drive aims to fill 266 Junior Pharmacist (Class-3) positions under the Health and Family Welfare Department. Candidates within the prescribed age limit as mentioned in the official notification and holding a Degree or Diploma in Pharmacy along with the required registration and eligibility criteria are eligible to apply online through the official website. The application process will be active from 11 June 2026 to 25 June 2026, and candidates can easily access the notification PDF and apply online link provided below.
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GSSSB Junior Pharmacist Recruitment 2026 Overview
- GSSSB is recruiting 266 Junior Pharmacist (Class-3) posts under the Health and Family Welfare Department, last date 25 June 2026.
GSSSB Junior Pharmacist Recruitment 2026 Important Dates
GSSSB Junior Pharmacist Recruitment 2026 – Vacancy Details
- A total of 266 vacancies have been announced for Junior Pharmacist, Class-3 under the Health and Family Welfare Department. The vacancies are distributed category-wise including reservation for women candidates (horizontal) within each category. The number of vacancies may vary as per actual requirement.
- Women Reservation within Total Vacancies (Horizontal):
- Abbreviations: UR – Unreserved (General), EWS – Economically Weaker Section, SC – Scheduled Caste, ST – Scheduled Tribe, SEBC – Socially and Educationally Backward Classes, PwBD – Persons with Benchmark Disabilities. Reservation for women is horizontal within overall vacancies. If eligible women candidates are unavailable, the seat will be filled by male candidates of the same category.
- PwBD (Persons with Benchmark Disabilities) – Categories Eligible for Junior Pharmacist Class-3:
GSSSB Junior Pharmacist Recruitment 2026 – Eligibility Criteria
- Candidates must fulfill all eligibility conditions as on the last date of application (25-06-2026). Only Indian Citizens or those with nationality as per Gujarat Civil Services Classification and Recruitment (General) Rules, 1967 (Rule 7) are eligible to apply.
GSSSB Junior Pharmacist Recruitment 2026 – Age Limit
- The candidate's age should not be less than 18 years and not more than 35 years as on 25-06-2026. Age relaxation is applicable as per Government rules for various categories.
GSSSB Junior Pharmacist Recruitment 2026 – Application Fee
- All candidates must pay the examination fee online only through OJAS website. Fee payment last date is 28-06-2026 (23:59 hrs). Fee paid by candidates who appear for the examination will be refunded. Fee will NOT be refunded if the candidate does not appear for the examination or if the application is rejected. Candidates must obtain and preserve the fee receipt/e-receipt.
GSSSB Junior Pharmacist Recruitment 2026 – Selection Process
- Selection will be done through a single-stage Competitive Written Examination of objective-type MCQ (Multiple Choice Questions) conducted via CBRT (Computer Based Response Test) or OMR (Optical Mark Recognition) method. The question paper will consist of two parts – Part-A and Part-B.
- Exam Pattern – Part A (General/Aptitude)
- Exam Pattern – Part B (Subject Specific)
- Qualifying Standard: Minimum 40% marks separately in both Part-A and Part-B is mandatory for all categories. No relaxation below 40% will be given to any category.
- Scribe / Compensatory Time for PwBD: PwBD candidates with Benchmark Disability (as defined under The Rights of Persons with Disabilities Act, 2016) who have limitation in writing ability may avail scribe/compensatory time facility. Compensatory time of 20 minutes per hour of examination is allowed for eligible PwBD candidates. Requests must be submitted to GSSSB at least 2 days before the exam via email: [email protected] with required certificates.
- Widow Candidates: Widow candidates who have not remarried will be awarded 5% bonus marks on total marks obtained in the written exam for priority in selection, subject to submission of required proof. If such proof is not produced, the 5% addition will be cancelled and merit redetermined.
- Sports Candidates: Candidates who have represented at National/International, Inter-University, or All India School Games Federation level in recognized sports will be awarded 5% bonus marks on marks obtained in the written exam for priority in selection, subject to production of required certificates from competent authority.
GSSSB Junior Pharmacist Recruitment 2026 – How to Apply
- Only online applications will be accepted. No other mode of application will be entertained. Candidates should apply well before the closing date and not wait till the last date.
- Steps to Apply Online:
- Visit the official OJAS website: https://ojas.gujarat.gov.in
- Click on "Online Application" → Click on "Apply" → Select "GSSSB"
- Select Advertisement No. 415/2026-27 – Junior Pharmacist, Class-3 and click "Apply Now"
- Fill in Personal Details and Educational Details carefully (fields marked with * are mandatory)
- Accept the declaration (Assurance) and click "Save" to generate the Application Number
- Upload Photograph (5 cm × 3.6 cm, JPG, max 15 KB) and Signature (2.5 cm × 7.5 cm, JPG, max 15 KB)
- Click "Confirm Application" after verifying all details. Once confirmed, no changes can be made
- Note the Confirmation Number generated after confirmation – preserve it for all future correspondence
- Pay examination fee online via Debit Card, Internet Banking, UPI, or Wallet before 28-06-2026
- Download and print the application form and preserve it till the entire recruitment process is complete
- Important: If multiple applications are submitted, only the last confirmed application will be considered valid; remaining applications will be cancelled. Fee paid for cancelled applications will not be refunded.
- Documents to be Produced at Certificate Verification / Appointment:
- Educational qualification certificates and marksheets (Pharmacy Degree/Diploma onwards)
- School Leaving Certificate (for date of birth proof)
- Caste/Category certificate in prescribed Government format (for SC/ST/SEBC/EWS candidates)
- Non-Creamy Layer certificate (for SEBC candidates) – obtained between 01-04-2024 and 25-06-2026
- Income and Asset certificate (for EWS candidates) – obtained between 26-06-2023 and 25-06-2026
- Disability Certificate in prescribed format (Form V, VI, VII under Rights of Persons with Disabilities Rules, 2017) for PwBD candidates
- Discharge Book and Identity Card issued by competent authority (for Ex-Servicemen)
- Sports certificate in prescribed format from competent authority (if applicable)
- Widow certificate and proof of non-remarriage (if applicable)
- Computer knowledge certificate/marksheet (if not included in qualifying degree)
- Photograph (same as uploaded in application form – multiple copies required)
- Apply Online at: https://ojas.gujarat.gov.in
- For queries, contact GSSSB office at Phone No.: 079-23258916 (regarding educational qualification, age limit, online application, and fee payment).
Important Instructions for GSSSB Junior Pharmacist Recruitment 2026 Candidates
- Reservation for reserved categories is applicable only to candidates originally domiciled in Gujarat (Mool Gujarat).
- OBC/SEBC candidates from the Creamy Layer are NOT entitled to reservation benefits; they must apply as General (UR) candidates.
- Category once filled in the online application form cannot be changed after confirmation. Candidates must ensure the correct category is entered before confirming.
- Candidates with foreign university degrees must produce equivalence/recognition documents from UGC at the time of certificate verification.
- Candidates must keep their registered mobile number and email ID active throughout the entire recruitment process; exam-related communication including Admit Cards will be sent via SMS/email.
- The photograph uploaded in the application must be recent (not older than 1 year from the last date of application) with a white background and the date of photograph printed on it. Multiple copies of the same photograph must be kept for use at all stages.
- Candidates found guilty of impersonation, submission of false/forged documents, use of unfair means, canvassing, or any misconduct will be disqualified from this and future examinations, and may be permanently barred from Government service.
- The Gujarat Public Examination (Prevention of Unfair Means) Act, 2023 is applicable to all GSSSB competitive examinations. Any candidate found violating its provisions will face legal action.
- Passing the competitive examination does not automatically entitle a candidate to appointment. The appointing authority must be satisfied about the candidate's suitability in all respects.
- Appointed candidates will be required to undergo training as per Government rules and pass the training examination.
- GSSSB reserves the right to modify or cancel the recruitment process at any stage without assigning any reason.
- All recruitment-related updates, corrigendum, and notices will be published only on https://gsssb.gujarat.gov.in – candidates must check the website regularly.
- Candidates must appear for the examination at their own cost; no travel expenses will be reimbursed.
- Legal jurisdiction for any dispute arising out of this recruitment shall be Gandhinagar/Gujarat only.
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Q1. What is the total number of vacancies for GSSSB Junior Pharmacist Recruitment 2026?
- A total of 266 vacancies have been announced for the post of Junior Pharmacist (Class-3) under the Health and Family Welfare Department, Government of Gujarat.
Q3. What is the educational qualification required for GSSSB Junior Pharmacist 2026?
- Candidates must possess either a Bachelor's degree in Pharmacy (B.Pharm) or Doctor of Pharmacy (Pharm.D.) from a recognized university, OR a Diploma in Pharmacy with approximately 2 years of relevant experience as a pharmacist/dispenser in a government hospital, undertaking, or pharmaceutical company.
Q4. What is the age limit for GSSSB Junior Pharmacist Recruitment 2026?
- The minimum age is 18 years and the maximum age is 35 years as on 25-06-2026. Age relaxation is available for women, reserved categories (SC/ST/SEBC/EWS), PwBD, and Ex-Servicemen as per Government of Gujarat rules.
Q5. What is the pay scale for GSSSB Junior Pharmacist Class-3?
- Selected candidates will be appointed on a fixed pay of Rs. 40,800/- per month for the first 5 years. After 5 years, on satisfactory performance, they will be regularized in the 7th Pay Commission Pay Scale of Rs. 29,200/- to Rs. 92,300/- (Level-5).
Q6. What is the application fee for GSSSB Junior Pharmacist 2026?
- The examination fee is Rs. 500/- for General (UR) candidates and Rs. 400/- for Reserved category candidates (all category women, SEBC, SC, ST, EWS, PwBD, and Ex-Servicemen). Fee is refundable to candidates who appear for the examination.
Q7. What is the exam pattern for GSSSB Junior Pharmacist Recruitment 2026?
- The exam is a single-stage MCQ-based competitive written test (CBRT/OMR) consisting of two parts: Part-A (90 marks – General Aptitude) and Part-B (120 marks – Pharmacy subject). Total 210 questions, 3 hours duration, with 1/4 negative marking for wrong answers.
Q9. How to apply for GSSSB Junior Pharmacist Recruitment 2026?
- Candidates must apply online only through the OJAS portal at https://ojas.gujarat.gov.in between 06-06-2026 (14:00 hrs) and 25-06-2026 (23:59 hrs). No offline applications will be accepted.
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