GSSSB Surveyor Recruitment 2026 – 78 Posts, Apply Online

GSSSB Surveyor Recruitment 2026 (સર્વેયર વર્ગ-3 ભરતી): the Gujarat Subordinate Services Selection Board has invited online applications for 78 Surveyor, Class-3 posts under the Additional Principal Chief Conservator of Forests and Head of Forest Force, Gujarat State, Gandhinagar (Forest and Environment Department), Advt No. 467/2026-27. Candidates with a Diploma in Civil Engineering (or the listed equivalent diplomas) or an ITI Surveyor certificate can apply. The fixed pay is ₹26,000 per month for the first five years. The last date of online application is 20-11-2026 (23:59 hrs), and the exam fee must be paid by 23-11-2026, so only a few days are left. Read on for age limit, physical standards, exam pattern and how to apply.

GSSSB Surveyor Recruitment 2026 – Overview

GSSSB Surveyor Vacancy 2026 – Category-wise Details

• Ex-servicemen: 7 posts are reserved within the above total (10% reservation rules apply).
• Divyang (PH) reserved posts: 0. Candidates with Leprosy Cured (LC) or Acid Attack Victim (AAV) disability can apply on non-reserved posts.
• Reserved posts are only for reserved category candidates of Gujarat origin. The number of vacancies can increase or decrease.
• Posts reserved for women are not exclusive to women when the remaining posts are open for both men and women on merit. If no eligible woman is available, the post is filled by a man of the same category.

GSSSB Surveyor Eligibility Criteria 2026

Educational Qualification

• A Diploma in Civil Engineering from a Technical Examination Board or a recognised university or institution, or an equivalent qualification recognised by the Government; or a certificate of a minimum one/two years Surveyor course from an ITI recognised by the Government.
• Candidates holding a bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering are not eligible to apply.
• Basic knowledge of computer application as per the Gujarat Civil Services (General) Rules, 1967.
• Adequate knowledge of Gujarati or Hindi or both.
• Must meet the minimum physical standards given below.

As per the Forest and Environment Department resolution dated 27-05-2026, only the following equivalent diplomas are accepted besides the Diploma in Civil Engineering:

1. Diploma in Civil Engineering
2. Diploma in Civil and Rural Engineering
3. Diploma in Civil Draftsman
4. Diploma in Civil Engineering and Planning
5. Diploma in Civil Engineering (Building Service Engineering)
6. Diploma in Civil Engineering (Construction Technology)
7. Diploma in Civil Engineering (Construction)
8. Diploma in Civil Technology
9. Diploma in Construction Engineering
10. Diploma in Construction Technology
11. Diploma in Construction Technology and Management
12. Diploma in Quantity Surveying and Construction Management
13. Diploma in Survey Engineering
14. Diploma in Transportation Engineering

Age Limit

The age is counted on 20-11-2026. The candidate should be at least 18 years and not more than 33 years old.

Reserved category candidates applying for an unreserved post do not get age relaxation. Age relaxation for candidates already in Gujarat Government service is as per the 1967 Rules.

Physical Standards (Male)

The minimum chest expansion must be 5 cm.

Physical Standards (Female)

Walking Test

Selected candidates appointed through direct recruitment must successfully complete a walking test: men 25 km in 4 hours and women 14 km in 4 hours. One additional chance is given if a candidate fails or is absent in the first attempt. If the candidate fails or is absent again, the appointment is cancelled.

GSSSB Surveyor Salary 2026

Candidates are appointed on a fixed monthly pay of ₹26,000/- for the first five years. After five years, if the service is satisfactory, they become eligible for regular appointment in the 7th Pay Commission pay scale of ₹25,500 to ₹81,100 (Level-4). This is subject to the Supreme Court final decision in SLP No. 14124/2012 and 14125/2012.

GSSSB Surveyor Application Fee 2026

• Pay the fee online only (debit card, internet banking, UPI or wallet) by 23-11-2026 (23:59 hrs). The transaction fee is extra as per rules.
• The fee is refunded to candidates who appear in the exam, through the same payment mode. No refund for absent candidates or cancelled applications.
• An application without the fee is not valid and will be cancelled. Late fee is not accepted.

GSSSB Surveyor Exam Pattern and Selection Process 2026

The exam is a single-stage objective MCQ test (CBRT/OMR) with one question paper in two parts. The level of the paper matches the educational qualification.

Part-A

Part-B

• Total 210 MCQs (Part-A 90 and Part-B 120). Total time: 3 hours (180 minutes) for both parts together.
• Negative marking: 1/4 of the marks of the question is deducted for each wrong answer.
• If a question is cancelled in the final answer key, marks are calculated pro-rata.
• Minimum qualifying standard: 40% in Part-A and 40% in Part-B separately.
• Provisional answer key is published after the exam, and the final answer key after checking objections.
• Candidates around twice the category-wise vacancies, in merit of total marks, are called for certificate verification. Selection list (and waiting list where applicable) is then prepared on merit.
• Widow candidates and candidates who represented in recognised sports (national/international, inter-university or All India School Federation level) get 5% extra marks, subject to certificates.
• Selected candidates must undergo training as per government rules and pass the training exam.
• Divyang candidates who are unable to write can get a scribe or compensatory time of 20 minutes per hour. They must email the filled form to so-kh1-gsssb@gujarat.gov.in at least 2 days before the exam.

GSSSB Surveyor Recruitment 2026 – Important Dates

How to Apply for GSSSB Surveyor Recruitment 2026

1. Complete the OTR (One Time Registration) on https://ojas.gujarat.gov.in if not done. Only OTR registered candidates can apply.
2. Go to “Online Application”, click Apply and select GSSSB.
3. Open Advt No. 467/2026-27 (Surveyor, Class-3), click Apply, read “More Details” and click “Apply now”.
4. Click “Skip” to open the application format. Personal Details are shown as per your registration. Fields marked with a red star are compulsory.
5. Fill the SSC details (roll number, month and year of passing, name as per marksheet, board name).
6. Fill the bank account details for fee refund (name as per passbook, bank name, IFSC code, account number) and upload the first page of the passbook in JPEG, JPG or PNG. These details cannot be changed after online submission.
7. Fill the Educational Details, select “Yes” in the Declaration and click “Save”. Note the Application Number.
8. Click “Upload Photograph”, enter the application number and birth date, and upload the photo and signature (JPG, up to 15 KB each).
9. Check the details and click “Confirm Application”. No change is possible after confirmation. Note the Confirmation Number.
10. Print the application form and pay the exam fee online by 23-11-2026. Keep the printout and fee receipt safely.

Important Instructions

• Photo size: 5 cm height and 3.6 cm width. Signature size: 2.5 cm height and 7.5 cm width. The photo must have a white background and a date, not older than 1 year before the last date. Use the same photo throughout the recruitment.
• If more than one application is confirmed, only the last confirmed application is valid and the fee of earlier applications is not refunded.
• Category (caste) cannot be changed after the application is confirmed. Wrong information leads to cancellation.
• Keep your mobile number and email ID active, because exam related instructions may be sent by SMS.
• Education, age, certificates and other criteria are counted as on 20-11-2026.
• For help on qualification, age, online form and fee, call the board’s office on 079-23258916.

Documents Required

• Diploma/ITI certificates and marksheets, SSC marksheet and school leaving certificate / age proof.
• Caste certificate in the prescribed format (SC / ST / SEBC). SEBC candidates need a Non-Creamy Layer certificate and EWS candidates an EWS certificate, issued within the validity dates given in the notice (up to 20-11-2026).
• Ex-servicemen documents, disability certificate (LC / AAV), widow and sports certificates (if applicable).
• Computer knowledge certificate (if available), physical standard proof as required, recent passport size photo and signature.

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