GSSSB Horticulture Assistant Class-3 Recruitment 2026 Notification Out for 100 Posts
Gujarat Gaun Seva Pasandgi Mandal (GSSSB) has invited online applications for Horticulture Assistant Class-3 Recruitment 2026 under Advertisement No.454/202627. A total of 100 vacancies have been announced under the Directorate of Horticulture, Agriculture, Farmers Welfare and Cooperation Department. Eligible candidates possessing the prescribed Diploma in Horticulture can submit their online applications through the OJAS portal from 03 August 2026 to 17 August 2026. The selection process consists of a single-stage Competitive MCQ Examination followed by document verification.
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| Advertisement No. | 454/202627 |
| Post Name | Horticulture Assistant Class-3 |
| Department | Agriculture, Farmers Welfare & Cooperation Department |
| Office | Directorate of Horticulture |
| Total Vacancy | 100 |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Starting Date | 03 August 2026 (02:00 PM) |
| Last Date to Apply | 17 August 2026 (11:59 PM) |
| Fee Payment Last Date | 20 August 2026 (11:59 PM) |
| Age Limit | 18 to 33 Years |
| Salary | Rs.26,000 Fixed Pay (5 Years) |
| Selection Process | CBRT/OMR MCQ Examination + Document Verification |
| Job Location | Gujarat |
| Official Website | https://gsssb.gujarat.gov.in |
| Nationality | Candidate must be a citizen of India. |
| Age Limit | 18 to 33 years as on 17 August 2026. |
| Age Relaxation | Applicable for reserved categories, women, PwBD, Ex-Servicemen and Government employees as per Gujarat Government rules. |
| Educational Qualification | Diploma in Horticulture obtained from any of the Agricultural Universities established or incorporated by or under the Central or State Agricultural University Acts in India, or from any other recognized University or Institution, or Government recognized Polytechnic. |
| Computer Knowledge | Candidates should possess the basic knowledge of computer applications as prescribed under the Gujarat Civil Services Classification and Recruitment (General) Rules. |
| Language Knowledge | Candidates should possess adequate knowledge of Gujarati or Hindi or both. |
| Eligibility Date | The prescribed educational qualification, age and other eligibility conditions must be fulfilled on the last date of online application. |
Candidates possessing a Diploma in Horticulture from a recognized Agriculture/Horticulture University or Polytechnic along with basic computer knowledge and adequate knowledge of Gujarati or Hindi are eligible to apply. The age limit is 18 to 33 years with relaxation for reserved categories as per Gujarat Government rules.
| Particular | Details |
| Mode of Examination | CBRT (Computer Based Recruitment Test) / OMR Based MCQ Examination |
| Question Type | Objective Type Multiple Choice Questions |
| Medium of Examination | Gujarati |
| Total Questions | 210 |
| Total Marks | 210 |
| Duration | 180 Minutes (3 Hours) |
| Part-A | 90 Questions – 90 Marks (Reasoning, Quantitative Aptitude, General Knowledge, Current Affairs, Gujarati & English Comprehension) |
| Part-B | 120 Questions – 120 Marks (Diploma in Horticulture Subject) |
| Negative Marking | 0.25 mark will be deducted for each incorrect answer |
| Minimum Qualifying Marks | As prescribed by GSSSB/Government from time to time |
| Final Merit | Prepared on the basis of marks obtained in the Competitive Examination after document verification |
The recruitment examination will consist of a single objective-type MCQ examination conducted through CBRT/OMR. The paper will contain Part-A (General Subjects) carrying 90 marks and Part-B (Horticulture Subject) carrying 120 marks for a total of 210 marks.
| Category | Vacancy |
| General (UR) | 51 |
| Economically Weaker Section (EWS) | 10 |
| Scheduled Caste (SC) | 5 |
| Scheduled Tribe (ST) | 14 |
| Socially & Educationally Backward Class (SEBC) | 20 |
| Total | 100 |
Gujarat Gaun Seva Pasandgi Mandal (GSSSB) has released Advertisement No.454/202627 for recruitment to 100 Horticulture Assistant Class-3 posts under the Directorate of Horticulture, Agriculture, Farmers Welfare and Cooperation Department through direct recruitment.
| Stage 1 | Competitive Examination (CBRT/OMR Based MCQ Test) |
| Stage 2 | Preparation of Merit List based on examination marks. |
| Stage 3 | Document Verification of shortlisted candidates. |
| Final Selection | Appointment will be made according to the final merit list, successful document verification and fulfillment of all eligibility conditions. |
Selection will be based on a single-stage Competitive MCQ Examination conducted through CBRT/OMR followed by document verification and preparation of the final merit list as per GSSSB recruitment rules.
| Particular | Details |
| First Five Years | Fixed Pay of Rs.26,000/- per month |
| After Five Years | Regular appointment in Pay Matrix Level-4 |
| Pay Matrix | Rs.25,500 - 81,100 |
| Allowances | Dearness Allowance (DA), House Rent Allowance (HRA), Medical Allowance and other admissible Gujarat Government allowances after regular appointment |
Selected candidates will receive a fixed monthly salary of Rs.26,000 for the first five years. After successful completion of the fixed-pay period, candidates will be eligible for regular appointment in Pay Matrix Level-4 (Rs.25,500-81,100) with admissible allowances under Gujarat Government rules.
| Category | Application Fee |
| General Category | Rs.500/- |
| Reserved Category (SC/ST/SEBC/EWS) | Rs.400/- |
| Women Candidates | Rs.400/- |
| PwD Candidates | Rs.400/- |
| Ex-Servicemen | Rs.400/- |
| Mode of Payment | Online |
| Fee Refund | Candidates appearing in the examination will be refunded the examination fee as per GSSSB rules. |
General category candidates are required to pay Rs.500, while Reserved Category, Women, SC, ST, SEBC, EWS, PwD and Ex-Servicemen candidates must pay Rs.400. The examination fee will be refunded to candidates who appear in the examination.
| Application Mode | Applications will be accepted through ONLINE mode only on the OJAS portal. |
| Application Period | Online applications can be submitted from 03 August 2026 (02:00 PM) to 17 August 2026 (11:59 PM). |
| Fee Payment | Application fee must be paid online on or before 20 August 2026 (11:59 PM). |
| Eligibility | Candidates must ensure that they fulfill all eligibility conditions before submitting the online application. |
| Single Application | Candidates should submit only one application for the notified post. |
| Document Verification | Original certificates and supporting documents must be produced during document verification. |
| Negative Marking | 0.25 mark will be deducted for every incorrect answer in the competitive examination. |
| Admit Card | The call letter for the examination will be made available only through the OJAS/GSSSB website. |
| False Information | Submission of false information or forged documents will result in cancellation of candidature and legal action. |
| Refund of Fee | Candidates appearing in the examination will receive refund of the examination fee as per the prescribed Government rules. |
| Recruitment Updates | All corrigenda, examination notices, answer keys, results and further updates will be published only on the official GSSSB/OJAS website. |
| Print Application | Candidates should keep a printed copy of the submitted online application form and fee receipt for future reference. |
Online applications will be accepted from 03 August 2026 (2:00 PM) to 17 August 2026 (11:59 PM) through the OJAS portal. Examination fee must be paid online on or before 20 August 2026.
| Document | Requirement |
| Recent Passport Size Photograph | Scanned colour photograph |
| Signature | Scanned signature |
| Class 10 Certificate | Proof of Date of Birth |
| Diploma in Horticulture Certificate | Essential educational qualification |
| Mark Sheets | All semester/year mark sheets of Diploma |
| Computer Knowledge Certificate | Proof of basic computer knowledge, wherever applicable |
| Caste Certificate | SC/ST/SEBC certificate, if applicable |
| EWS Certificate | Valid EWS certificate, if applicable |
| PwD Certificate | Disability certificate, if applicable |
| Ex-Serviceman Certificate | Applicable for Ex-Servicemen |
| Valid Photo Identity Proof | Aadhaar Card/PAN Card/Voter ID/Driving Licence/Passport |
| Online Application Printout | Copy of submitted application form and fee payment receipt |
Applicants should keep ready Diploma certificate, educational qualification certificates, computer knowledge certificate, age proof, caste/EWS certificate, disability certificate, ex-serviceman certificate, passport-size photograph, signature and other supporting documents before submitting the online application.
| Official Website | Click Here |
| Apply Online | Click Here |
| Official Notification PDF | Click Here |
| How many vacancies are available under GSSSB Horticulture Assistant Recruitment 2026? | A total of 100 Horticulture Assistant Class-3 vacancies have been announced. |
| What is the last date to apply online? | The last date to submit the online application is 17 August 2026, while the application fee can be paid up to 20 August 2026. |
| What is the educational qualification required? | Candidates must possess a Diploma in Horticulture from a recognized Agricultural University, Institution or Government recognized Polytechnic. |
| What is the age limit for GSSSB Horticulture Assistant Recruitment 2026? | Candidates should be between 18 and 33 years of age as on 17 August 2026. Age relaxation is applicable for eligible categories. |
| What is the salary of a Horticulture Assistant? | Selected candidates will receive a fixed pay of Rs.26,000 per month for the first five years and thereafter Pay Matrix Level-4 (Rs.25,500-81,100) with admissible allowances. |
| What is the selection process? | Selection will be based on a CBRT/OMR objective examination followed by document verification and preparation of the final merit list. |
| Is there negative marking in the examination? | Yes. A deduction of 0.25 mark will be made for every incorrect answer. |
