📋 Complete Advertisement & Guidelines
The Gujarat Subordinate Service Selection Board (GSSSB) has released an official notification for the recruitment of Occupational Therapist (Class-3) posts. This is a significant opportunity for candidates holding a Bachelor's degree in Occupational Therapy to secure a government job in Gujarat. Interested candidates must apply online through the OJAS portal before the deadline.
Overview
| Company Name | Posts | Total Vacancies | Last Date | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gujarat Subordinate Service Selection Board (GSSSB) | Occupational Therapist | 07 | 13/02/2026 | ojas.gujarat.gov.in |
Vacancy Details
| Post Name | No. of Posts | Salary |
|---|---|---|
| Occupational Therapist, Class-3 | 07 | Rs. 49,600/- per month (Fixed for 5 years) |
Reservation Breakdown:
- Reserved for Women: 01 post (Unreserved Category).
- Physically Disabled (Divyang) Reservation: Category A (Blindness/Low Vision): 01 post; Category B (Deaf/Hard of Hearing): 01 post.
Eligibility Criteria for Occupational Therapist
Essential Qualification
- Bachelor degree in Occupational Therapy from a University established or incorporated by or under the Central or State Act in India.
- Or any other educational institution recognized as such or declared as deemed to be University under section 3 of the University Grants Commission Act 1956.
- Basic knowledge of computer application as prescribed in the Gujarat Civil Services Classification and Recruitment (General) Rules, 1967.
- Adequate knowledge of Gujarati or Hindi or both.
Citizenship
- Candidate must be a citizen of India or possess nationality as per Rule-7 of Gujarat Civil Services Classification and Recruitment (General) Rules, 1967.
Age Limit (as on 13/02/2026)
- Minimum: 18 years.
- Maximum: 35 years.
- Age Relaxation: General Women (5 years), Reserved Category Men (5 years), Reserved Category Women (10 years), General Disabled Men (10 years), General Disabled Women (15 years), Reserved Disabled Men (15 years), Reserved Disabled Women (20 years), Ex-Servicemen (Service period + 3 years).
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Date | 22/01/2026 |
| Online Application Start Date | 30/01/2026 (14:00 Hours) |
| Online Application Last Date | 13/02/2026 (23:59 Hours) |
| Fee Payment Last Date | 16/02/2026 (23:59 Hours) |
Selection Process
Selection will be based on a One Stage Competitive Written Examination conducted through MCQ (CBRT/OMR mode).
- Exam Pattern: One question paper divided into Part-A and Part-B.
- Part-A (90 Marks): Logical Reasoning, Mathematical Aptitude, Indian Constitution, Current Affairs, Gujarati & English Comprehension.
- Part-B (120 Marks): Questions related to the subject (Occupational Therapy) and its applications.
- Total Questions: 210 (Part-A: 90, Part-B: 120).
- Duration: 3 hours (180 minutes).
- Negative Marking: 1/4 mark deducted for each wrong answer.
- Qualifying Marks: 40% in Part-A and 40% in Part-B separately.
Application Fee
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| Unreserved Category | Rs. 500/- |
| Reserved Categories (All Women, SEBC, SC, ST, EWS, Disabled, Ex-Servicemen) | Rs. 400/- |
Note: Fee is refundable if the candidate appears for the examination.
How to Apply
- Visit the official website https://ojas.gujarat.gov.in.
- Click on "Online Application" and select GSSSB.
- Select Advertisement No. 372/202526 (Occupational Therapist, Class-3) and click "Apply".
- Fill in Personal Details, Educational Details, and accept terms.
- Note down the generated Application Number.
- Upload Photograph (5cm x 3.6cm) and Signature (2.5cm x 7.5cm) in JPG format (Max 15 KB).
- Verify and Confirm Application to generate the Confirmation Number.
- Pay the examination fee online (Debit Card/Internet Banking/UPI/Wallets) by 16/02/2026.
- Download and print the application form and fee receipt.
Important Links
FAQs
Q1: What is the last date to apply for GSSSB Occupational Therapist Recruitment 2026?
A: The last date to submit the online application is 13/02/2026 (23:59 Hours).
Q2: What is the salary for Occupational Therapist post?
A: Rs. 49,600/- per month (Fixed) for the first 5 years, after which it will be regularized in Level-7 (Rs. 39,900 - Rs. 1,26,600).
Q3: Is there any age relaxation for reserved categories?
A: Yes, relaxation varies from 5 to 20 years depending on the category (Women, Disabled, Reserved, etc.).
Q4: Is there a negative marking in the written exam?
A: Yes, 1/4 mark will be deducted for every wrong answer.
Q5: What is the application fee?
A: Rs. 500/- for General category and Rs. 400/- for reserved categories including women.