GSSSB Agriculture Overseer Recruitment 2026

GSSSB Agriculture Overseer Recruitment 2026

Gujarat Subordinate Service Selection Board - Roads and Buildings Department

Vacancy

1

Salary

₹40,800 - ₹92,300

Job Type

permanent

full time

Apply By

18 Jul 2026

About This Job

Agriculture Overseer Class-3 vacancy (PwD drive) in GSSSB Gujarat. Diploma in Horticulture eligible. Fixed pay Rs 40,800. Last date: 18 Jul 2026.

Gujarat Subordinate Service Selection Board (GSSSB) is hiring 1 Agriculture Overseer, Class-3 for the Roads and Buildings Department under a Special Recruitment Drive for Persons with Disabilities (PwD). If you have a Diploma in Horticulture, you can apply online. The last date to apply is 18 July 2026. You should be between 18 and 33 years old, and you will get a fixed pay of Rs. 40,800 per month to start.

GSSSB Agriculture Overseer Class-3 Recruitment 2026

The Gujarat Subordinate Service Selection Board (GSSSB) has released Advertisement No. 434/202627 for 1 Agriculture Overseer, Class-3 post in the Roads and Buildings Department. This is a Special Recruitment Drive (SRD) reserved for Persons with Disabilities (PwD) — only candidates with a valid disability certificate can apply. If you are a Horticulture diploma holder looking for a stable Gujarat government job, this is your chance.

Who Can Apply?

  • Qualification: You must hold a Diploma in Horticulture from a Polytechnic of a recognised Agriculture or Horticulture University.
  • Computer Knowledge: You need basic knowledge of computer applications as prescribed in the Gujarat Civil Services rules.
  • Language: You should have adequate knowledge of Gujarati, Hindi, or both.
  • Disability: This drive is only for Persons with Disabilities (PwD) — a valid disability certificate is mandatory.

Age Limit

  • You should be between 18 and 33 years old as on 18 July 2026.
  • Age relaxation applies for reserved categories as per Gujarat government rules.

Salary

  • You will get a fixed pay of Rs. 40,800 per month for the first 5 years.
  • After 5 years, you move to the regular pay scale under Pay Matrix Level-5 (Rs. 29,200 - Rs. 92,300) plus DA, HRA and other allowances as per Gujarat government rules.

Application Fee

  • General category: Rs. 500
  • SC / ST / SEBC / EWS / PwD / Women / Ex-Servicemen: Rs. 400
  • The fee is paid online. It is refunded to candidates who actually appear for the examination.

Selection Process

The selection is done in the following stages:

  1. Competitive Written Exam: An MCQ-based exam with negative marking. You must score at least 40% in both Part-A and Part-B to qualify.
  2. Document Verification: Your certificates, including the disability certificate, are checked before the final selection.

How to Apply

  1. Go to the OJAS Gujarat portal at ojas.gujarat.gov.in.
  2. Find Advertisement No. 434/202627 for Agriculture Overseer, Class-3 (SRD).
  3. Register and fill in the online application form.
  4. Upload your photo, signature, and required certificates.
  5. Pay the fee online before 21 July 2026 and submit the form.

Important Dates

  • Notification Date: 3 July 2026
  • Online Application Start: 4 July 2026
  • Last Date to Apply Online: 18 July 2026
  • Last Date for Online Fee Payment: 21 July 2026
  • Exam Date: To be announced

Responsibilities

  • Supervise roadside plantation and horticulture work in the assigned area.
  • Maintain gardens, green belts, and landscaped areas along roads and buildings.
  • Plan and monitor the planting of trees, shrubs, and other greenery.
  • Keep records of nursery stock and check plant health.
  • Guide field staff on proper horticulture practices.
  • Report on the progress of plantation and green-cover work.

Eligibility Criteria

Minimum Qualification

Diploma in Horticulture from a Polytechnic of a recognised Agriculture or Horticulture University, with basic computer knowledge and knowledge of Gujarati and/or Hindi

Required Skills

Basic computer application knowledge; knowledge of Gujarati and/or Hindi

Age Limit

18 - 33 years (as on 18 Jul 2026)

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Application Fee

Category Fee
General ₹500.00
SC ₹400.00
ST ₹400.00
EWS ₹400.00
PwD ₹400.00

* Fee payment may be subject to additional bank charges

Salary & Compensation

Pay Scale

Fixed Rs. 40,800/month for the first 5 years, then Pay Matrix Level-5 (Rs. 29,200 - Rs. 92,300)

Allowances

DA, HRA and other allowances as per Gujarat government rules after regularisation

Selection Process

  1. 1 Written Exam
  2. 2 Document Verification

Exam Pattern

The selection is through an MCQ-based competitive written exam with negative marking for wrong answers.

The paper has two parts, and you must score a minimum of 40% in both Part-A and Part-B to qualify.

Exam Type: Objective (MCQ)

Exam Language: Gujarati

Additional Requirements

Computer Knowledge Required

Local Language Required (Gujarati, Hindi)

How to Apply

Application Mode: online

Click the "Apply Now" button to visit the official application portal.

Required Documents:

  • Diploma in Horticulture certificate and mark sheets
  • Disability certificate (PwD)
  • Age proof (SSC / Class 10 certificate)
  • Category / caste certificate (SC / ST / SEBC / EWS, if applicable)
  • Passport-size photo and signature

Frequently Asked Questions

The last date to apply online is 18 July 2026. The last date for online fee payment is 21 July 2026.

You will get a fixed pay of Rs. 40,800 per month for the first 5 years, and then the regular Pay Matrix Level-5 scale with allowances.

You must hold a Diploma in Horticulture from a recognised university, with basic computer knowledge and knowledge of Gujarati or Hindi. This drive is only for Persons with Disabilities (PwD).

Apply online at the OJAS Gujarat portal (ojas.gujarat.gov.in) under Advertisement No. 434/202627. Fill the form, upload documents, and pay the fee before the deadline.

You should be between 18 and 33 years old as on 18 July 2026. Age relaxation applies for reserved categories as per Gujarat government rules.

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