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Gujarat Subordinate Service Selection Board (GSSSB) has released the GSSSB Municipal Engineer Recruitment 2026 notification for engineering candidates. The recruitment is for 50 posts of Municipal Engineer, Class-3, under the Urban Development and Urban Housing Department. The board will accept online applications through the OJAS website starting 27 July 2026. This is a good chance for civil engineering graduates who want a stable government job in Gujarat. Read this article to know full details about the vacancy, eligibility, fees, and the selection process.
GSSSB Municipal Engineer Recruitment 2026
GSSSB has published Advertisement No. 440/202627 for the post of Municipal Engineer, Class-3. This post falls under the Commissioner Municipality Administration office, Gandhinagar. The recruitment aims to fill 50 posts through a direct recruitment competitive exam. Candidates must apply online on the OJAS website within the given dates and cannot apply through any offline mode.
GSSSB Municipal Engineer Recruitment 2026: Overview
Candidates should go through the overview table below to understand the key details of GSSSB Municipal Engineer Recruitment 2026.
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Organisation | Gujarat Subordinate Service Selection Board/Gujarat Gauna Seva Pasandgi Mandal (GSSSB) |
| Post Name | Municipal Engineer, Class-3 |
| Advertisement No. | 440/202627 |
| Total Vacancies | 50 |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Apply Start Date | 27 July 2026 (2:00 PM) |
| Apply Last Date | 10 August 2026 (11:59 PM) |
| Fee Payment Last Date | 13 August 2026 |
| Exam Mode | CBRT/OMR (MCQ based) |
| Category | Government Job |
| Official Website | ojas.gujarat.gov.in, gsssb.gujarat.gov.in |
| Notification PDF | Download Here |
GSSSB Municipal Engineer Vacancy 2026
GSSSB has announced 50 vacancies for the Municipal Engineer post. These posts are divided category-wise, and some seats are also reserved for women candidates within each category.
| Category | Total Posts | Reserved for Women |
|---|---|---|
| Unreserved (UR) | 30 | 09 |
| EWS | 05 | 01 |
| SC | 03 | 01 |
| ST | 03 | 01 |
| SEBC | 09 | 03 |
| Ex-Servicemen | 05 | – |
| Total | 50 | – |
GSSSB Municipal Engineer Eligibility Criteria 2026
Candidates who want to apply for this post must meet the educational qualification and age criteria set by GSSSB. Only those holding a recognised civil engineering degree can apply for this post. The table below shows the complete eligibility details.
| Criteria | Details |
|---|---|
| Educational Qualification | Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering or Technology, or an equivalent qualification from a recognised university |
| Additional Requirement | Basic knowledge of computer application |
| Language Requirement | Adequate knowledge of Gujarati or Hindi, or both |
| Nationality | Must be a citizen of India or fulfil nationality rules under Gujarat Civil Services Rules, 1967 |
| Age Limit | 18 to 35 years as on 10 August 2026 |
Apply Link of GSSSB Municipal Engineer Recruitment 2026
Candidates can apply for the GSSSB Municipal Engineer Recruitment 2026 through the direct link available on the OJAS website. The application link will remain active from 27 July 2026 (2:00 PM) to 10 August 2026 (11:59 PM).
How to Apply for GSSSB Municipal Engineer Recruitment 2026
Candidates need to follow a step-by-step process to complete their online application successfully. Below are the steps to apply for GSSSB Municipal Engineer recruitment.
- Visit the official website ojas.gujarat.gov.in
- Click on “Online Application” and select GSSSB
- Click on the advertisement for Municipal Engineer, Class-3, and then click Apply Now
- Fill in Personal Details and Educational Details carefully
- Accept the declaration and save the application to generate the application number
- Upload photograph and signature in the required format and size
- Confirm the application before the last date, as no edits are allowed after confirmation
- Pay the application fee online and take a printout of the receipt and application form
GSSSB Municipal Engineer Application Fees
Candidates need to pay the GSSSB Municipal Engineer application fee online through debit card, internet banking, UPI, or wallet. The fee amount differs for unreserved and reserved category candidates, as shown below.
| Category | Application Fee |
|---|---|
| Unreserved (UR) | Rs. 500/- |
| Reserved Category (Women, SEBC, SC, ST, EWS, PH, Ex-servicemen) | Rs. 400/- |
Candidates who appear for the exam will get their fee refunded. Those who do not appear will not get any refund.
GSSSB Municipal Engineer Age Limit and Relaxation
The minimum age to apply for the GSSSB Municipal Engineer post is 18 years, and the maximum age is 35 years as on 10 August 2026. However, age relaxation is available for reserved category, women, ex-servicemen, and PH candidates as per government rules.
| Category | Relaxation | Maximum Age Limit |
|---|---|---|
| General Category Women | 5 years | 40 years |
| Reserved Category Men | 5 years | 40 years |
| Reserved Category Women | 10 years | 45 years |
| General Category PH Men | 10 years | 45 years |
| General Category PH Women | 15 years | 45 years |
| Reserved Category PH Men | 15 years | 45 years |
| Reserved Category PH Women | 20 years | 45 years |
| Ex-Servicemen | Service period + 3 years | As applicable |
GSSSB Municipal Engineer Selection Process 2026
Candidates will be selected through a written competitive exam. Below are the key points of the GSSSB Municipal Engineer selection process.
- Selection will be based on a single-stage CBRT/OMR based MCQ exam
- The exam will have two parts: Part-A (90 marks) and Part-B (120 marks)
- Part-A covers reasoning, data interpretation, maths, Indian Constitution, current affairs, and Gujarati-English comprehension
- Part-B covers subject-related questions based on civil engineering
- A total of 210 questions carrying 210 marks will be asked
- Total time given for both parts combined is 3 hours (180 minutes)
- Negative marking of 1/4 mark will apply for each wrong answer
- Candidates must score a minimum of 40% in both Part-A and Part-B to qualify
- A final merit list and waiting list will be prepared based on marks scored
- Document verification will be done for around double the number of vacancies
GSSSB Municipal Engineer Salary
Selected candidates will get a fixed pay during the initial years of their job before moving to the regular pay scale.
| Period | Pay |
|---|---|
| First 5 years | Fixed pay of Rs. 49,600/- per month |
| After 5 years (on satisfactory service) | Regular pay scale of Rs. 39,900 to Rs. 1,26,600 (Level-7) |
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