The Gujarat Panchayat Service Selection Board (GPSSB) has officially released the notification for the recruitment of Tracer (Class-III) posts under Advertisement No. 18/2025-26. ๐ข A total of 245 vacancies are available across various districts of Gujarat. Interested and eligible candidates can apply online through the official OJAS portal.
Letโs dive into all the essential details you need to know about this government job opportunity. ๐
๐ Key Highlights: GPSSB Tracer Notification 2025
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| ๐ข Advertisement No. | 18/2025-26 |
| ๐ Application Start Date | 17 May 2025 (from 3:00 PM) |
| โฐ Last Date to Apply | 10 June 2025 (till 11:59 PM) |
| ๐งพ Total Vacancies | 245 Posts |
| ๐ป Apply Online | ojas.gujarat.gov.in |
๐ข Vacancies: District-Wise Tracer Posts
Below is the district-wise breakdown of all 245 vacancies:
| District | Vacancies | District | Vacancies |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ahmedabad | 10 | Narmada | 2 |
| Amreli | 7 | Navsari | 4 |
| Anand | 4 | Panchmahal | 7 |
| Aravalli | 9 | Patan | 5 |
| Banaskantha | 17 | Porbandar | 2 |
| Bharuch | 10 | Rajkot | 15 |
| Bhavnagar | 13 | Sabarkantha | 3 |
| Botad | 1 | Surat | 8 |
| Chhota Udepur | 6 | Surendranagar | 15 |
| Dahod | 8 | Tapi | 8 |
| Devbhumi Dwarka | 1 | Vadodara | 3 |
| Dang | 7 | Valsad | 9 |
| Gandhinagar | 6 | Kheda | 3 |
| Gir Somnath | 7 | Mahisagar | 1 |
| Jamnagar | 5 | Mehsana | 7 |
| Junagadh | 15 | Morbi | 3 |
| Kutch | 12 | Total | 245 |
๐โโ๏ธ Women Reservation: Category-Wise Female Posts
| Category | Reserved for Women |
|---|---|
| General | 43 |
| EWS | 01 |
| SEBC | 13 |
| SC | 00 |
| ST | 04 |
๐ Reservation only valid for women belonging to the respective categories from Gujarat.
๐ Eligibility Criteria: Tracer Class-3 Recruitment
๐ Educational Qualification
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Minimum 2 years Civil Draftsman Certificate from any Government-recognisedย Industrial Training Institute (ITI).
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Basic computer knowledge as per Gujarat Civil Services Classification and Recruitment (General) Rules, 1967.
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Proficiency in Gujarati or Hindi or both.
โณ Age Limit
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Candidate must not be more than 33 years of age as of 10-06-2025.
๐ธ Application Fees: Tracer Recruitment Fee Structure
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| General | โน100 + SBI service charges |
| SC/ST/SEBC/EWS | Exempted |
| PwD & Ex-Servicemen | Exempted |
๐ก Note: If general category candidates fail to pay the fee within the online deadline, they can pay a Process Fee of โน500 at GPSSB office from 11-06-2025 to 13-06-2025 (working hours).
๐งพ Pay Scale: Tracer Salary 2025
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Fixed monthly pay: โน26,000/- for the first 5 years.
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Post-confirmation: Level-2 Pay Matrix โน19,900 – โน63,200 as per 7th Pay Commission.
๐ Selection Process: Tracer Class 3
Candidates will be selected through a written exam with OMR-based objective questions.
๐ง Exam Pattern: Tracer Written Test 2025
| Section | Marks | Medium |
|---|---|---|
| General Awareness & General Knowledge | 35 | Gujarati |
| Gujarati Grammar | 20 | Gujarati |
| English Language & Grammar | 20 | English |
| Mathematics, Reasoning & Data Interpretation | 25 | Gujarati |
| Technical Knowledge (based on qualification) | 100 | Gujarati |
| Total | 200 | ย |
โฑ๏ธ Duration: 3 Hours
โ ๏ธ Negative Marking: –0.33 for wrong answers, multiple choices, or unanswered questions.
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๐ How to Apply: Tracer Online Form 2025
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Click on โCurrent Advertisementโ โ Select โGPSSBโ
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Click on โApplyโ for Advt. No. 18/2025-26 (Tracer)
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Fill the form using OTR (One Time Registration) or direct method.
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Upload scanned photo and signature (max 15KB each).
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Pay the application fee via SBI E-Pay.
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Save and confirm the application.
๐ Important Links
| Title | Link |
|---|---|
| Notification | Download Now |
| Apply Online | Click Here |
| Official OJAS Website | Click Here |
| GPSSB Official Website | Click Here |
| Join WhatsApp | Click Here |
| Join Telegram | Click Here |
| Download Maru Gujarat App | Android |
๐ Important Dates
| Event | Date & Time |
|---|---|
| Start of Application | 17 May 2025 (3:00 PM) |
| Last Date to Apply | 10 June 2025 (11:59 PM) |
| Fee Payment Window (Online) | 22 May to 10 June 2025 |
| Late Fee Payment at GPSSB Office | 11 June to 13 June 2025 (Office hours) |
โ Key Takeaways
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๐ ๏ธ Total 245 vacancies for Tracer (Class-III) posts.
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๐๏ธ District-wise seats and women reservations clearly defined.
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๐ฐ โน26,000/month salary initially for 5 years.
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๐ Written OMR-based exam with negative marking.
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๐ก Candidates must keep their photo, signature & documents ready before applying.
โ FAQs: Tracer Recruitment 2025
Q1: What is the last date to apply for GPSSB Tracer 2025?
๐๏ธ 10 June 2025 till 11:59 PM.
Q2: What is the required qualification for Tracer?
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Minimum 2 years Civil Draftsman Certificate + Computer Knowledge + Gujarati/Hindi proficiency.
Q3: Is there any fee exemption?
๐ธ Yes, SC, ST, SEBC, EWS, PwD, and Ex-servicemen are exempted from fees.
Q4: What is the exam pattern?
๐ OMR-based MCQ exam of 200 marks (3 hours duration) with –0.33 negative marking.
๐จ๏ธ Final Thoughts
The GPSSB Tracer Recruitment 2025 offers a great opportunity for civil draftsmen to secure a government job in Gujarat. With competitive pay, district-level distribution, and a clear exam structure, this is a must-apply for eligible candidates. Don’t miss the deadline, and make sure your application is complete and correct. ๐โ
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