The Gujarat Panchayat Service Selection Board (GPSSB) has announced a Special Recruitment Drive for Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD) for various Class-3 posts in Panchayat services. This initiative aims to provide equal employment opportunities for differently-abled candidates under the Gujarat government.
Overview of GPSSB Special Recruitment 2025
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Recruiting Body: Gujarat Panchayat Service Selection Board (GPSSB), Gandhinagar
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Notification Type: Special Recruitment Drive for PwBD
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Total Vacancies: 1,251
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Application Mode: Online
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Online Application Start Date: 15/04/2025
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Last Date to Apply: 15/05/2025
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Official Website: https://gpssb.gujarat.gov.in
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Apply via OJAS Portal: https://ojas.gujarat.gov.in
Post-wise Vacancy Details (Selected Positions)
| Sr. No. | Post Name | Total Vacancies | Reserved for PwBD |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Laboratory Technician | 43 | 43 |
| 2 | Staff Nurse | 36 | 36 |
| 3 | Extension Officer (Agriculture) | 12 | 12 |
| 4 | Deputy Accountant | 23 | 23 |
| 5 | Statistical Assistant | 18 | 18 |
| 6 | Junior Pharmacist | 43 | 43 |
| 10 | Village Servant (Gram Sevak) | 112 | 112 |
| 11 | Female Health Worker | 324 | 324 |
| 12 | Multipurpose Health Worker (Male) | 202 | 202 |
| 13 | Junior Clerk (Admin/Accounts) | 102 | 102 |
| 14 | Village Panchayat Secretary | 238 | 238 |
(More posts and category-wise reservation details are available in the full notification on the GPSSB website.)
Who Can Apply?
This recruitment is exclusively open to candidates with disabilities (PwBD) under categories A, B, C, D & E as per Government norms. Applicants must refer to the full notification to check disability-wise eligibility and educational qualifications required for each post.
Important Instructions
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Candidates must apply online only through the OJAS portal: https://ojas.gujarat.gov.in
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Before applying, ensure all eligibility criteria are met, including educational qualifications and disability certificate requirements.
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Candidates are advised not to wait till the last day and complete the online application process well in advance.
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All details regarding age limits, pay scale, exam structure, and category-wise reservations are mentioned in the detailed notification on the GPSSB website.
Final Words
This is a great opportunity for PwBD candidates to secure a government job in Gujarat Panchayat Services. The GPSSB Special Recruitment Drive 2025 reflects the government’s commitment to inclusive employment. Interested candidates should carefully read the official notification and submit their applications within the prescribed timeframe.