GSSSB MPHW Recruitment 2026: Gujarat Gaun Seva Pasandgi Mandal (GSSSB), Gandhinagar has released the official notification for the direct recruitment of Multi-Purpose Health Worker (Male), Class-3 under the Health and Family Welfare Department. Eligible male candidates can submit their applications online through the official OJAS portal.
Below is the detailed information regarding the recruitment process, including eligibility criteria, age limits, pay scale, exam pattern, and syllabus organized in a clean format.
GSSSB MPHW Recruitment 2026 Overview
| Recruitment Board | Gujarat Gaun Seva Pasandgi Mandal (GSSSB) |
| Department Name | Health and Family Welfare Department |
| Post Name | Multi-Purpose Health Worker (Male), Class-3 |
| Advertisement No. | 441/202627 |
| Total Vacancies | 100 Posts |
| Application Mode | Online (via OJAS Website) |
| Online Application Dates | 17/07/2026 (14:00 hours) to 31/07/2026 (23:59 hours) |
| Tentative Exam Month | November-2026 |
| Official Website | gsssb.gujarat.gov.in & ojas.gujarat.gov.in |
Category-wise Vacancies
As this recruitment is strictly for Male candidates, no seats are reserved for female applicants.
| Category | Total Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Unreserved (General) | 54 |
| Economically Weaker Sections (EWS) | 10 |
| Socially & Educationally Backward Classes (SEBC) | 22 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 04 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 10 |
| Total | 100 Posts |
* Note: Out of the total vacancies, a 10% reservation is applicable for Ex-Servicemen as per government rules.
Pay Scale / Salary Details
Appointed candidates will initially be placed on a fixed stipend basis according to government rules.
- First 5 Years (Fixed Salary): Rs. 26,000/- per month.
- Regular Appointment after 5 Years: Upon satisfactory completion of 5 years of service, candidates will be regularized into the 7th Pay Commission Pay Matrix Level-2 (Rs. 19,900/- to Rs. 63,200/-).
Eligibility Criteria
1. Educational Qualification
Candidates must possess at least one of the following qualifications:
- Successfully completed a minimum 1-year Multi-Purpose Health Worker (MPHW) basic certificate course or Diploma course from an educational institution recognized by the Government.
- OR Passed a minimum 1-year Sanitary Inspector (SI) Diploma Course from a government-recognized institution.
- OR Passed a minimum 1-year certificate course of Health Sanitary Inspector from an Industrial Training Institute (ITI) or any other government-recognized institute.
2. Computer Knowledge & Language Proficiency
- Possess basic knowledge of computer applications as prescribed in the Gujarat Civil Services Rules. (If a candidate does not have a certificate during application, it must be presented before regular appointment).
- Possess adequate knowledge of Gujarati or Hindi or both.
3. Age Limit (As of 31/07/2026)
- Minimum Age: 18 years.
- Maximum Age: 33 years.
- Age Relaxation Benefits:
- Reserved Category Male Candidates: 5 years relaxation (Maximum up to 38 years).
- General Category Male Candidates with Disability: 10 years relaxation (Maximum up to 43 years).
- Reserved Category Male Candidates with Disability: 15 years relaxation (Maximum up to 45 years).
- Ex-Servicemen: Service period rendered + 3 years relaxation.
Application Fee
The examination fee must be paid strictly through online modes (Debit Card, Internet Banking, UPI, Wallets) on or before 03/08/2026.
- General / Unreserved Category: Rs. 500/- + Transaction Charges.
- Reserved Categories (EWS, SEBC, SC, ST, PwD, and Ex-Servicemen): Rs. 400/- + Transaction Charges.
- Important Note on Fee Refund: The examination fee will be fully refunded to all candidates who actually appear for the competitive exam. Fees will not be refunded for absent candidates.
Exam Pattern & Syllabus
The selection will be based on a single-stage objective type MCQ examination (CBRT or OMR method). The question paper will consist of Part-A and Part-B, conducted jointly for a duration of 3 hours (180 minutes).
- Negative Marking: Every incorrect answer will attract a penalty of 1/4 (0.25) marks.
- Qualifying Marks: Candidates must score a minimum of 40% marks separately in both Part-A and Part-B to qualify.
Part – A (Total 90 Marks)
| Sr. No. | Subject / Topic | Marks / Questions |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Reasoning & Data Interpretation | 30 Marks |
| 2 | Quantitative Aptitude (Mathematics) | 30 Marks |
| 3 | Constitution of India, Current Affairs, Gujarati & English Comprehension | 30 Marks |
| Total Part – A | 90 Marks |
Part – B (Total 120 Marks)
This section contains questions testing the technical qualifications and their practical application.
- Mental Health (Definition, Characteristics, Minor & Major Ailments): 20 Marks
- Communication, Counselling, and Health Education (IEC, BCC, SBCC): 20 Marks
- Oral Health, Dental Care, and Personal Hygiene (Definition, Purposes, Care of Sick): 20 Marks
- Health Committees & Government Schemes: (Bhore, Mudaliar, Chaddah, Mukherji, Jungalwalla, Kartarsinh, and Shrivastav Committees, National Health Policy, and Schemes) – 30 Marks
- Common Diseases & Treatment, Birth and Death Registration Act (Powers & Duties): 20 Marks
- Health Promotion, Holistic Approach, and Yoga: 10 Marks
Important Links
| Link Description | Direct Link |
|---|---|
| Apply Online | Click Here to Apply via OJAS Portal |
| Official Notification | Click Here |