GPSC Recruitment 2026 - 26 Class 1 & 2 Posts (Port Officer, Pilot Officer & More), Advt 42 to 56/2026-27
Gujarat Public Service Commission (GPSC)
Gujarat Public Service Commission (GPSC) – Finance Department, Government of Gujarat · Posted 11 Apr 2026
1. Post Name & Vacancy Details
| Post Name | Total | UR | EWS | SEBC | SC | ST | PwD | Ex-SM |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Accounts Officer (હિસાબી અધિકારી), Class-2 | 20 | 08 | 01 | 06 | 02 | 03 | 01 | 00 |
Women Reserved Posts (out of above):
| UR | EWS | SEBC | SC | ST |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 02 | 01 | 02 | 01 | 01 |
PwD Reserved Post Detail:
Note: Vacancies are tentative. GPSC reserves the right to increase/decrease vacancies. A waitlist of 20% per category will also be prepared.
2. Educational Qualification
Essential: Bachelor's Degree in Commerce (B.Com) OR Chartered Accountant (CA) from ICAI OR ICWA/CMA from ICMAI OR Company Secretary (CS) from ICSI — from any recognised University/Institution under UGC Act 1956.
Additional requirements (mandatory at appointment):
Note: Candidates appearing in final year/semester of qualifying examination are also eligible for Preliminary Exam, subject to producing proof of passing at Main Exam stage.
3. Age Limit (as on 21.04.2026)
Age Relaxation:
| Category | Relaxation |
|---|---|
| SC / ST / SEBC / EWS (Male) of Gujarat origin | 5 Years (max up to 45 years) |
| SC / ST / SEBC / EWS (Female) of Gujarat origin | 10 Years (incl. 5 yrs female relaxation, max up to 45 years) |
| Unreserved (General) Women | 5 Years (max up to 45 years) |
| PwD (Divyang) | 10 Years (max up to 45 years) |
| Ex-Servicemen (min. 5 years military service) | Military service + 3 years |
| Gujarat Govt. Employees | No exclusive relaxation |
4. Salary / Pay Scale
| Pay Matrix Level | Pay Scale (7th CPC) |
|---|---|
| Level-08 | ₹44,900 – ₹1,42,400/- per month |
Additional allowances as per Government rules. No increment during 2-year probation period (increment approved by competent authority on satisfactory completion). Promotion opportunities to higher posts as per recruitment rules.
5. Selection Process
Stage 1 – Preliminary Examination (Objective / MCQ type) — Screening Test Only:
| Paper | Subject | Marks | Duration | Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Paper-1 | General Studies | 200 Marks | 3 Hours | 07 June 2026 |
| Paper-2 | Accountancy and Auditing | 200 Marks | 3 Hours | 28 June 2026 |
| Total | 400 Marks |
Stage 2 – Main (Written) Examination (Descriptive / Conventional Type):
| Paper | Subject | Marks | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| Paper-1 | Gujarati Language | 150 Marks | 3 Hours |
| Paper-2 | English Language | 150 Marks | 3 Hours |
| Paper-3 | General Studies | 200 Marks | 3 Hours |
| Paper-4 | Accountancy and Auditing-I | 200 Marks | 3 Hours |
| Paper-5 | Accountancy and Auditing-II | 200 Marks | 3 Hours |
| Total | 900 Marks |
Stage 3 – Viva Voce (Personal Interview): 100 Marks
Final Selection: Based on Main Written Exam marks + Viva Voce marks combined
Exam centres: Preliminary – Ahmedabad/Gandhinagar (additional centres if needed) | Main Exam – Ahmedabad/Gandhinagar | Viva – Gandhinagar
6. Application Fee
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| Unreserved (General) – UR | ₹100 + Postal charges (Post Office) OR ₹100 + Service charges (Online) |
| SC / ST / SEBC / EWS / PwD / Ex-Servicemen (Gujarat origin) | No Fee |
7. Important Dates
| Event | Date & Time |
|---|---|
| Application Start Date | 07 April 2026 (1:00 PM) |
| Last Date to Apply Online | 21 April 2026 (11:59 PM) |
| Last Date to Pay Fee | 22 April 2026 |
| Preliminary Exam – Paper-1 (General Studies) | 07 June 2026 |
| Preliminary Exam – Paper-2 (Accountancy & Auditing) | 28 June 2026 |
| Main (Written) Exam | 13–16 December 2026 (Tentative) |
8. Required Documents (at Main Exam / Viva Stage)
7 Apr 2026
Application Start · done
21 Apr 2026
Last Date to Apply · done
| Experience | Not required (freshers can apply) |
| Salary | As per norms |
Age relaxation for reserved categories applies as per the official notification.
Total 20 posts. The category-wise break-up is given in the official notification.
Written exam, followed by document verification — see the official notification for details.
Note: OTR alone does NOT mean your application is submitted. Complete the full online application separately. Use "Edit" option for corrections — do NOT submit a new application.
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