Overview
Gujarat Subordinate Service Selection Board (GSSSB) has published an official recruitment notification for the position of Sanitary Inspector, Class-3 (Advertisement No. 455/2026-27) for a total of 22 vacancies. The last date to submit applications is 31 August 2026. Job location: All India.
Particulars Details Organization Gujarat Subordinate Service Selection Board (GSSSB) Controlling Department Health and Family Welfare Department Recruiting Office Office of the Additional Director, Medical Education & Research, Gandhinagar No. 455/2026-27 Notification Date 12 August 2026 Post Name Sanitary Inspector, Class-3 Total Posts 22 Recruitment Mode Direct recruitment through competitive CBRT/OMR examination Application Mode Online only, via OJAS portal Important Dates: Event Date & Time Online Application Start 17 August 2026, 2:00 PM Online Application Last Date 31 August 2026, 11:59 PM Last Date to Pay Exam Fee 03 September 2026, 11:59 PM Eligibility Cut-off Date 31 August 2026 Written Examination (Tentative) December 2026 Note: Educational qualification, age limit, and category-certificate validity are all reckoned as of the last date of application, 31 August 2026.
Quick Reference
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Organisation | Gujarat Subordinate Service Selection Board (GSSSB) |
| Post Name | Sanitary Inspector, Class-3 |
| Advertisement No. | 455/2026-27 |
| Total Vacancies | 22 |
| Application Mode | online |
| Application Start Date | 17 August 2026 |
| Application Last Date | 31 August 2026 |
| Age Limit | Relaxation | Maximum Age |
| Salary / Pay Scale | Period | Pay | First 5 Years | Fixed pay of ₹26,000 per month | After 5 Years (on satisfactory service) | Regular 7th Pay Commission scale: ₹25,500 – ₹81,100 (Level-4) |
| Selection Process | Written Test |
| Job Location | All India |
| Official Website | https://gsssb.gujarat.gov.in/ |
| Source Name | gsssb.gujarat.gov.in |
| Freshness Reference Date | 17 August 2026 |
Vacancy Details
UR: 10 | EWS (Economically Weaker Section) | EWS: 2 | SC (Scheduled Caste)
10 Unreserved (General) 12 Reserved Category Total 22 Total Posts
| Category | Number of Posts |
|---|---|
| SC | 1 |
| ST | 3 |
| EWS | 2 |
Eligibility Criteria & Educational Qualification
Eligibility Cut-off Date | 31 August 2026 | Basic Qualification | Higher Secondary School Certificate (HSC) or equivalent recognized by the Government | Diploma Requirement | Minimum one-year Health Sanitary Inspector's Diploma course from a Government-recognized institute | Alternate Requirement | OR minimum one-year Health Sanitary Inspector's certificate course from an ITI or Government-recognized educational institute
Basic Qualification | Higher Secondary School Certificate (HSC) or equivalent recognized by the Government | Diploma Requirement | Minimum one-year Health Sanitary Inspector's Diploma course from a Government-recognized institute | Alternate Requirement | OR minimum one-year Health Sanitary Inspector's certificate course from an ITI or Government-recognized educational institute
Requirement Details Basic Qualification Higher Secondary School Certificate (HSC) or equivalent recognized by the Government Diploma Requirement Minimum one-year Health Sanitary Inspector's Diploma course from a Government-recognized institute Alternate Requirement OR minimum one-year Health Sanitary Inspector's certificate course from an ITI or Government-recognized educational institute Computer Knowledge Basic computer application knowledge as prescribed under Gujarat Civil Services Classification and Recruitment (General) Rules, 1967 Language Adequate knowledge of Gujarati or Hindi, or both
Age Limit & Relaxations
Relaxation | Maximum Age
Category Age Limit All Candidates 18 to 33 years Age Reckoning Date 31 August 2026
Age relaxation is provided to candidates belonging to SC, ST, OBC, PwBD, and Ex-Servicemen categories in accordance with official government guidelines.
Salary & Pay Scale
Period | Pay | First 5 Years | Fixed pay of ₹26,000 per month | After 5 Years (on satisfactory service) | Regular 7th Pay Commission scale: ₹25,500 – ₹81,100 (Level-4)
Period Pay First 5 Years Fixed pay of ₹26,000 per month After 5 Years (on satisfactory service) Regular 7th Pay Commission scale: ₹25,500 – ₹81,100 (Level-4) Regularization after 5 years remains subject to the outcome of SLP No. 14124/2012 and SLP No. 14125/2012 pending before the Supreme Court, as stated in the official notification.
Selection Process
Written Test
Part Subject Marks Part A Logical Reasoning & Data Interpretation 30 Mathematical/Numerical Ability 30 Indian Constitution, Current Affairs, Gujarati & English Comprehension 30 Part B Subject-related questions (Sanitary Inspector domain) 120 Total 210 Total 210 questions (multiple-choice), 210 marks, combined duration of 3 hours (180 minutes) for Part A and Part B. Negative marking: ¼ mark deducted for each wrong answer. Qualifying standard: Minimum 40% separately in both Part A and Part B, for all categories. Document verification is called for candidates up to approximately twice the number of vacancies per category, based on provisional merit. Final selection list and waiting list are prepared based on marks obtained, category-wise vacancies, and document verification outcome.
Selection is through a single-stage competitive written examination (CBRT/OMR based), conducted in two parts: Part Subject Marks Part A Logical Reasoning & Data Interpretation 30 Mathematical/Numerical Ability 30 Indian Constitution, Current Affairs, Gujarati & English Comprehension 30 Part B Subject-related questions (Sanitary Inspector domain) 120 Total 210 Total 210 questions (multiple-choice), 210 marks, combined duration of 3 hours (180 minutes) for Part A and Part B. Negative marking: ¼ mark deducted for each wrong answer. Qualifying standard: Minimum 40% separately in both Part A and Part B, for all categories. Document verification is called for candidates up to approximately twice the number of vacancies per category, based on provisional merit. Final selection list and waiting list are prepared based on marks obtained, category-wise vacancies, and document verification outcome.
Important Dates
Notification Date: 12 August 2026 | Online Application Start: 17 August 2026 | Online Application Last Date: 31 August 2026 | Eligibility Cut-off Date: 31 August 2026 | Last Date to Pay Exam Fee: 03 September 2026 | Computer Based Examination Dates: 31 August 2026
- Notification Release Date: 12 August 2026
- Online Application Start Date: 17 August 2026
- Application Last Date: 31 August 2026
- Examination Date: 31 August 2026
How to Apply
Apply online through https://gsssb.gujarat.gov.in/ViewFile?filename=4naZ%E2%9C%BF8wS64TzwZ61AZrbMP4tvDBt3Mj8UPSd1xKcshtg1ABXvxkV5TFNf8Cdfwy9xUVOA0QhHrNbz0eu3tvWbYfff9Qrdo7EGFwayxPDhGW96ZYHfzWHpOcT8m9IG00RPbp%E2%9C%BF2QYjW6238RJQIyJQ%E2%9C%A4A%E2%99%AC%E2%99%AC
Visit the official website ojas.gujarat.gov.in. Go to "Online Application" → click Apply → select GSSSB. Select No. 455/2026-27, Sanitary Inspector, Class-3 and click Apply. Read the "More Details" notification carefully before proceeding. Click "Apply Now" → "Skip" to open the application format and fill in Personal Details. Fill in Educational Details in the next step. Accept the declaration/assurance ("Yes") and click Save to generate the Application Number. Upload photograph and signature in the prescribed JPG format and size. Click "Confirm Application" after a final review. Download and keep a printout of the confirmed application. Pay the requisite examination fee online by 03 September 2026, 11:59 PM. Important: Only the last confirmed application (with fee paid) will be considered valid if a candidate submits more than one application.
Links Supplied in the Excel Row
| Label | URL | Status |
|---|---|---|
| GSSSB Official Website→ | https://gsssb.gujarat.gov.in/ | Verified (exact match with official_website_link) |
| Official Notification | https://gsssb.gujarat.gov.in/ViewFile?filename=4naZ%E2%9C%BF8wS64TzwZ6... | Supplied in important_links; no verification status provided in the Excel row. |
| Apply Online | https://ojas.gujarat.gov.in/ | Supplied in important_links; no verification status provided in the Excel row. |
Sources and Verification
| Field | Exact Value from Excel Row |
|---|---|
| category | employment_news |
| official_website_link | https://gsssb.gujarat.gov.in/ |
| freshness_reference_date | 17 August 2026 |
These values are reproduced exactly from the supplied Excel row and may require verification.
Last verified: 17 August 2026
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the last date to apply for Sanitary Inspector, Class-3?
The last date for submitting applications for Sanitary Inspector, Class-3 is 31 August 2026. Candidates should submit their applications prior to the deadline to avoid technical issues.
How many vacancies are announced for Sanitary Inspector, Class-3?
A total of 22 vacancies have been notified for Sanitary Inspector, Class-3 by Gujarat Subordinate Service Selection Board (GSSSB). Detailed category-wise distribution is available in the official notification.
What is the educational qualification required for Sanitary Inspector, Class-3?
The required educational qualification is: Eligibility Cut-off Date | 31 August 2026 | Basic Qualification | Higher Secondary School Certificate (HSC) or equivalent recognized by the Government | Diploma Requirement | Minimum one-year Health Sanitary Inspector's Diploma course from a Government-recognized institute | Alternate Requirement | . Candidates should verify their specific degree/diploma requirements in the official notification.
What is the age limit for Sanitary Inspector, Class-3?
The age limit criteria is: Relaxation | Maximum Age. Age relaxations are provided for SC, ST, OBC, PwBD, and Ex-Servicemen categories as per government rules.
What is the salary scale for Sanitary Inspector, Class-3?
Selected candidates will receive salary as per: Period | Pay | First 5 Years | Fixed pay of ₹26,000 per month | After 5 Years (on satisfactory service) | Regular 7th Pay Commission scale: ₹25,500 – ₹81,100 (Level-4). Additional allowances such as DA, HRA, and medical benefits apply as per institutional norms.
What is the selection process for Sanitary Inspector, Class-3?
The selection procedure involves: Written Test. Candidates must clear all applicable evaluation rounds for appointment.
How can candidates apply for Sanitary Inspector, Class-3?
Applications must be submitted online through the official portal (https://gsssb.gujarat.gov.in/) as specified in the recruitment instructions.