GSSSB Additional Assistant Engineer Recruitment 2026 for 7 Posts
Gujarat Subordinate Service Selection Board
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Job summary
Gujarat Subordinate Service Selection Board (GSSSB) has advertised 7 posts for Additional Assistant Engineer (Mechanical), Class-3, under two advertisements. The role requires a Diploma in Mechanical Engineering or an accepted equivalent qualification, with 18–33 years age limit and an online application window from 26 October to 9 November 2026.
Selected candidates will receive a fixed monthly salary of ₹49,600 during the first five years, with potential progression to higher scales subject to
Qualifications
- Diploma in Mechanical Engineering from a recognized board/university or equivalent qualification
- Basic computer knowledge as prescribed under Gujarat Civil Services rules; knowledge of Gujarati/Hindi or both
Education
Job description
The Gujarat Subordinate Service Selection Board (GSSSB) has released the GSSSB Additional Assistant Engineer Recruitment 2026 notification for 7 Additional Assistant Engineer (Mechanical), Class-3 vacancies under the Gujarat Maritime Board. The recruitment includes 6 posts under Advertisement No. 463/2026-27 and 1 post reserved for eligible candidates with disabilities under Advertisement No. 464/2026-27. Candidates with a Diploma in Mechanical Engineering or an accepted equivalent qualification can apply online through ojas.gujarat.gov.in from 26 October to 9 November 2026. The initial salary is Rs. 49,600 per month for the first five years.
The Gujarat Subordinate Service Selection Board is conducting this recruitment through a competitive examination. Candidates should check the advertisement applicable to their category before submitting the online application.
Department Ports and Transport Department
Organisation Gujarat Maritime Board
Post Name Additional Assistant Engineer (Mechanical), Class-3
Advertisement Numbers 463/2026-27 and 464/2026-27
Total Vacancies 7 (6 Regular + 1 Special Recruitment Drive)
Qualification Diploma in Mechanical Engineering or accepted equivalent qualification
Age Limit 18 to 33 Years (relaxations applicable)
Application Start Date 26 October 2026
Application Last Date 9 November 2026
Fee Payment Last Date 12 November 2026
Application Mode Online
Selection Process Competitive Examination and subsequent selection formalities
The online application process started on 26 October 2026. Candidates must complete their applications by 9 November 2026. The Board has allowed additional time for payment of the examination fee.
Online Application Starting Date 26 October 2026
Application Starting Time - Advt. 463/2026-27 6:00 PM
Application Starting Time - Advt. 464/2026-27 2:00 PM
Last Date to Apply Online 9 November 2026 (11:59 PM)
Last Date for Fee Payment 12 November 2026 (11:59 PM)
Examination Date To be announced
Admit Card To be announced
GSSSB has announced 7 Additional Assistant Engineer (Mechanical) posts through two separate advertisements. Advertisement 463/2026-27 covers 6 regular vacancies, while Advertisement 464/2026-27 covers 1 vacancy under a special recruitment drive for candidates with disabilities.
463/2026-27 Regular Recruitment 6
464/2026-27 Special Recruitment Drive for PwD Candidates 1
7
The single vacancy under Advertisement 464/2026-27 is allocated to the hearing impairment category covering Deaf (D) and Hard of Hearing (HH) candidates. Applicants must satisfy the applicable disability certification requirements. The Board may revise the number of vacancies according to recruitment requirements.
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The Gujarat Subordinate Service Selection Board has issued two detailed notifications for Additional Assistant Engineer (Mechanical), Class-3 recruitment. Advertisement 463/2026-27 is for regular recruitment, while Advertisement 464/2026-27 is specifically for the disability-category special recruitment drive.
Candidates can check the official recruitment notices through gsssb.gujarat.gov.in. Both notification PDFs should be made available separately on the article page so applicants can review their respective eligibility conditions.
Candidates applying for GSSSB Additional Assistant Engineer (Mechanical) posts must satisfy the educational qualification, computer knowledge, language and age requirements prescribed in the respective notifications.
Applicants must possess a Diploma in Mechanical Engineering from the Technical Examination Board, Gujarat, a recognized university or institution, or an equivalent qualification recognized by the government.
The Ports and Transport Department has also accepted a Diploma in Automobile Engineering as an equivalent qualification through its communication dated 8 September 2026.
In addition, candidates must possess basic knowledge of computer applications as prescribed under the applicable Gujarat Civil Services rules and adequate knowledge of Gujarati, Hindi or both.
The minimum age for GSSSB AAE Recruitment 2026 is 18 years, and the maximum age is 33 years as on 9 November 2026. Age relaxation is available for eligible categories according to Gujarat Government rules.
Category
General Category Candidates 33 Years
General Category Women 38 Years
Reserved Category Men 38 Years
Reserved Category Women 43 Years
Eligible PwD Candidates Up to 45 Years, subject to applicable conditions
Ex-Servicemen Relaxation based on qualifying military service and applicable rules
Age relaxation for candidates with disabilities depends on the category and applicable rules. Candidates seeking reservation benefits should check the certificate and domicile-related conditions in the official notification.
Selected candidates will receive a fixed monthly salary of Rs. 49,600 during the first five years of appointment. Subject to satisfactory service and applicable government rules, they may become eligible for regular appointment under Pay Level 7 after completing this period.
Initial Fixed Monthly Salary Rs. 49,600
Fixed Pay Duration First 5 Years
Regular Pay Level Level 7
Regular Pay Scale - Advt. 463/2026-27 Rs. 39,900 - 1,16,600
Regular Pay Scale - Advt. 464/2026-27 Rs. 39,900 - 1,26,600
Note: The uploaded notifications show different upper limits for the regular Level 7 pay scale. Candidates should follow the applicable official advertisement and any subsequent clarification issued by GSSSB.
Candidates must pay the examination fee online by 12 November 2026. The amount varies by category and advertisement.
Unreserved Category (Advt. 463/2026-27) Rs. 500
Women, Reserved Categories, PwD and Ex-Servicemen (Advt. 463/2026-27) Rs. 400
PwD Special Recruitment (Advt. 464/2026-27) Rs. 400
Applicable online transaction charges are additional. The examination fee is refundable to candidates who appear for the examination, according to the conditions in the notification. Candidates who do not attend the examination are not eligible for this refund.
The selection process includes a competitive examination conducted through Computer Based Recruitment Test (CBRT) or OMR mode. The examination consists of objective-type multiple-choice questions divided into Part A and Part B. Further selection procedures will be conducted according to the Board's recruitment rules.
Part A Reasoning and Data Interpretation 30
Part A Quantitative Aptitude 30
Part A Indian Constitution, Current Affairs, Gujarati and English Comprehension 30
Part B Mechanical Engineering-related Subjects and Applications 120
Total
210
The examination contains 210 questions carrying 210 marks, with a total duration of 180 minutes. One-fourth of the marks assigned to a question will be deducted for an incorrect answer. The minimum qualifying standard is 40% separately in Part A and Part B, as prescribed in the notifications.
The recruitment is conducted by the Gujarat Subordinate Service Selection Board (GSSSB) under the Ports and Transport Department for filling technical positions in Gujarat.
The vacancies are announced for the position of Additional Assistant Engineer (Mechanical) under advertisement number 463/202627.
There are a total of 7 vacancies advertised for the Additional Assistant Engineer (Mechanical) post across various eligible categories.
Candidates must possess a Diploma in Mechanical Engineering from the Technical Examination Board, Gujarat or a recognized university, or a Diploma in Automobile engineering.
The age limit for applicants is between 18
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