📋 Complete Advertisement & Guidelines
GSSSB Staff Nurse Recruitment 2026 Quick Facts
- Recruiting Body: Gujarat Subordinate Service Selection Board (GSSSB)
- Advertisement No.: 458/2026-27
- Total Posts: 131
- Post Name: Staff Nurse, Class-3
- Employment Nature: Permanent (Direct Recruitment)
- Application/Exam Mode: Online via OJAS portal, Competitive Written Examination (MCQ)
- Application Start Date: 28 September 2026
- Last Date to Apply: 12 October 2026
- Exam Date: To be announced on GSSSB website
- Application Fee: ₹500 (General), ₹400 (Reserved Categories)
Post-Wise Vacancy & Pay Scale
| Post Designation | Total Vacancies | Age Limit | Monthly Remuneration (INR) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Staff Nurse, Class-3 | 131 | 18–35 years (with relaxations) | ₹40,800 (Fixed for first 5 years) After 5 years: ₹29,200 – ₹92,300 (7th Pay Commission Level-5) |
Eligibility Criteria & Educational Qualification
- Post Name: Staff Nurse, Class-3
- Qualification (Option 1): B.Sc. (Nursing) from a UGC-recognized university, approved by Gujarat Nursing Council or Indian Nursing Council.
- Qualification (Option 2): Diploma in General Nursing & Midwifery (GNM) from an institution recognized by Gujarat Nursing Council or Indian Nursing Council.
- Computer Knowledge: Basic computer application knowledge as per Gujarat Civil Services Rules. Candidates lacking certificate must submit proof before appointment.
- Language: Adequate knowledge of Gujarati or Hindi, or both.
- Registration: Must be registered with Gujarat Nursing Council at the time of appointment (if not already registered).
- Citizenship: Indian citizen as per Gujarat Civil Services Rules.
Selection Process & Screening Clause
Selection is through a single-stage competitive written examination (MCQ) consisting of two papers:
- Paper I (Nursing): 2 hours, 100 marks covering Fundamentals of Nursing, Medical Surgical Nursing, Midwifery & Paediatric Nursing, Mental Health & Psychiatric Nursing, Community Health Nursing.
- Paper II (Gujarati Language): 2 hours, 100 marks covering Language, Grammar, Literature.
- Total Marks: 200
- Negative Marking: ¼ mark deducted for each wrong answer.
- Qualifying Standard: Minimum 40% separately in Paper I and Paper II.
- Merit List: Based on combined marks of both papers for candidates clearing qualifying standards.
- Document Verification: Called for approximately twice the number of vacancies per category.
- Additional Marks: Widow and eligible sports candidates receive 5% of marks scored, subject to certificate verification.
- Note: No TA/DA will be paid for appearing in the examination or document verification.
Required Documents & Instructions for Candidates
- Original B.Sc. Nursing Degree or GNM Diploma Certificates and Mark Sheets.
- Gujarat Nursing Council or Indian Nursing Council Registration Certificate (if available).
- Computer Knowledge Certificate (if available; otherwise, proof required before appointment).
- School Leaving Certificate or Birth Certificate for Date of Birth proof.
- Caste Certificate (SC/ST) in prescribed Gujarat Government format (if applicable).
- SEBC Non-Creamy Layer Certificate obtained between 01.04.2024 and 12.10.2026 (if applicable).
- EWS Certificate obtained between 13.10.2023 and 12.10.2026 (if applicable).
- Disability Certificate under RPwD Rules, 2017 (if applicable).
- Ex-Servicemen ID Card and Discharge Book (if applicable).
- Widow Status Supporting Documents (if applicable).
- Recognised Sports Certificate (if applicable).
- Recent Passport-Size Photograph and Signature matching uploaded images.
- Instructions: Only the last confirmed application with fee paid is valid. No changes after confirmation. Reserved-category relaxations not applicable for unreserved posts. Board reserves right to modify recruitment process.
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is the last date to apply for GSSSB Staff Nurse Recruitment? The online application closes on 12 October 2026 at 11:59 PM.
- How to apply and what is the application fee? Apply online via OJAS portal after OTR registration. Fee: ₹500 for General, ₹400 for Reserved Categories, payable online.
- What is the salary structure for Staff Nurse posts? Fixed pay of ₹40,800 per month for the first 5 years, subject to regularization in 7th Pay Commission scale ₹29,200 – ₹92,300 (Level-5) thereafter.
- Is this a permanent government job? Yes, this is direct recruitment for a permanent Class-3 government post under Health & Family Welfare Department, Gujarat.
- What is the selection process? Selection based on written examination (MCQ) in Nursing and Gujarati Language papers, followed by document verification.
- When will the examination be conducted? The exam date is yet to be announced and will be published on the GSSSB official website.