Gujarat Subordinate Service Selection Board (GSSSB)  has released an official notification for the recruitment of 43 Junior Geologist Posts. Interested and eligible candidates can apply Online through the official GSSSB website. The last date to submit the application form is 20-03-2026. In this article, you’ll find the GSSSB Junior Geologist Posts recruitment details, including eligibility criteria, age limit, salary structure, selection process, application steps, and direct links to the official notification and Online application form.

GSSSB Junior Geologist Class-3 2026 – Important Details

GSSSB Junior Geologist Recruitment 2026 – Vacancy Details

The total number of vacancies for GSSSB Laghu Bhustarshashtri (Junior Geologist) Class-3 Recruitment 2026 is 43 posts under the Gujarat Water Supply and Sewerage Board. The category-wise and gender-wise vacancy breakup is as follows:

Eligibility Criteria for GSSSB Junior Geologist 2026

1. Age Limit

Candidates must have completed 18 years and must not have exceeded 37 years of age as on 20/03/2026. Age relaxation is available as under:

2. Educational Qualification

Candidates must possess any of the following qualifications:

• Master's Degree in Geology / Applied Geology with 55% or more marks from any university established under a Central or State Act in India, or any institution declared a Deemed University under Section 3 of the UGC Act, 1956, or equivalent qualification recognized by the Government.
• OR Bachelor's Degree in Geotechnical Engineering with 55% or more marks from any recognised university/institution.
• Basic Computer Knowledge as prescribed in Gujarat Civil Services Classification, Recruitment (General) Rules, 1967.
• Adequate knowledge of Gujarati or Hindi or both.

Selection Process for GSSSB Junior Geologist 2026

The selection for GSSSB Laghu Bhustarshashtri (Junior Geologist) 2026 will be conducted through a single-stage competitive examination in MCQ (Multiple Choice Question) format using CBRT/OMR (Computer Based Response Test / Optical Mark Recognition) method, followed by document verification:

• Part-A: 90 Questions – 90 Marks (Reasoning & Data Interpretation: 30 marks, Quantitative Aptitude: 30 marks, Constitution of India: 10 marks, Current Affairs: 10 marks, Comprehension – Gujarati & English: 10 marks)
• Part-B: 120 Questions – 120 Marks (Technical Subject related to Geology)
• Total: 210 Questions – 210 Marks | Duration: 3 hours (180 minutes)
• Negative Marking: 1/4 mark deducted per wrong answer
• Minimum Qualifying Standard: 40% in both Part-A and Part-B separately (applicable to all categories)
• Widows and sports candidates get an additional 5% marks added to their competitive exam score.

GSSSB Junior Geologist 2026 – Detailed Exam Syllabus

Part-A (90 Marks)

Part-B (120 Marks) – Technical Subject (Geology)

Application Fee for GSSSB Junior Geologist 2026

Note: Examination fee is refundable to candidates who appear in the examination. Fee must be paid online only through Debit Card, Internet Banking, UPI, or Wallets on the OJAS portal by 23/03/2026 (23:59 hrs). Fee paid by other means will not be accepted. Fee once paid will not be refunded if the application is cancelled.

How to Apply for GSSSB Junior Geologist Recruitment 2026?

Eligible candidates must apply online through the OJAS portal. Follow these steps to apply for GSSSB Laghu Bhustarshashtri (Junior Geologist) Class-3 2026:

1. Visit the official OJAS website: ojas.gujarat.gov.in
2. Click on "Online Application" → Select "Apply" → Choose GSSSB.
3. Find and click on "Advertisement No. 380/202526 – Laghu Bhustarshashtri, Class-3".
4. Click "Apply Now" and fill in your Personal Details (fields marked with * are mandatory).
5. Fill in Educational Details accurately as per your original certificates.
6. Accept the Assurance/Declaration terms and click Save to generate your Application Number.
7. Upload your Passport-size Photo (5cm x 3.6cm, JPG, max 15KB) and Signature (2.5cm x 7.5cm, JPG, max 15KB). Photo must not be older than 1 year from the last date of application.
8. Confirm your application by clicking "Confirm Application". Note: No changes can be made after confirmation.
9. A Confirmation Number will be generated – save it for future reference.
10. Pay the examination fee online by 23/03/2026 (23:59 hrs) and download the fee receipt.
11. Print and save a copy of the online application form from "Print Application" section.

Note: One Time Registration (OTR) on the OJAS portal is a helper module only. Completing OTR does not mean an application has been submitted. Candidates must separately apply for the specific advertisement. Applications submitted by post will not be accepted.

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