The Gujarat Gaun Seva Pasandgi Mandal (GSSSB) has released the official recruitment notification for Archives Assistant, Class-3 (Advt. No. 309/202526) under the control of the Directorate of Sports, Youth, and Cultural Activities Department, Gandhinagar. This recruitment drive aims to fill 14 vacancies through a competitive examination.
Let’s explore all the details for this opportunity and guide you on how to apply online via OJAS. ๐

๐ Archives Assistant Recruitment 2025 โ Key Highlights
| Details | Information |
|---|---|
| ๐ข Recruitment Body | Gujarat Gaun Seva Pasandgi Mandal (GSSSB) |
| ๐ Advertisement No. | 309/202526 |
| ๐ Post Name | Archives Assistant, Class-3 |
| ๐งฎ Number of Vacancies | 14 |
| ๐ Application Portal | OJAS Gujarat |
| ๐ Application Start Date | 10/06/2025 (14:00 hrs) |
| โณ Application End Date | 24/06/2025 (till 23:59 hrs) |
๐ Vacancy Details โ Archives Assistant Posts
| Post Name | Number of Posts | Department |
|---|---|---|
| Archives Assistant | 14 | Directorate of Sports, Youth, and Cultural Activities, Gujarat |
๐ฏ Eligibility Criteria โ GSSSB Archives Assistant 2025
โ Educational Qualification
Candidates must:
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Possess a second-class post-graduate degree in History / Political Science / Public Administration OR
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A first-class bachelor’s degree in any of the above subjects from a recognized university as per UGC Act, 1956.
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Have basic knowledge of computer applications as per the Gujarat Civil Services Rules, 1967.
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Have adequate knowledge of Gujarati or Hindi or both.
๐ Age Limit โ Archives Assistant Recruitment
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Minimum Age: 18 years
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Maximum Age: 37 years (as on last date of application)
๐๏ธ Age Relaxation
| Category | Relaxation | Max Age Limit |
|---|---|---|
| General Female Candidates | 5 years | 42 years |
| Reserved Category Male Candidates | 5 years | 42 years |
| Reserved Category Female Candidates | 10 years | 47 years |
| General PwD Male | 10 years | 47 years |
| General PwD Female | 15 years | 52 years |
| Reserved PwD Male | 15 years | 52 years |
| Reserved PwD Female | 20 years | 57 years |
| Ex-Servicemen | Service + 3 yrs | As per the rules |
๐ธ Salary โ Archives Assistant Pay Scale
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Fixed Pay for First 5 Years: โน40,800/- per month
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After 5 Years Regular Pay Scale: โน35,400/- to โน1,12,400/- (Level-6), based on satisfactory service.
๐ฐ Application Fees
| Category | Exam Fee |
|---|---|
| General (Unreserved) | โน500/- |
| Reserved (SC/ST/SEBC/PwD/Female) | โน400/- |
โ Note: Exam fee will be refunded to candidates who appear for the exam.
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Fees must be paid online only via Debit Card / Internet Banking / UPI / Wallets.
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Last date to pay the fee: 27/06/2025 (23:59 hrs).
๐งพ Selection Process โ Archives Assistant Recruitment
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The exam will be a competitive MCQ-based test (CBRT/OMR) in two parts:
Part-A (Total: 60 Marks)
| Section | Marks |
|---|---|
| Logical Reasoning & Data Interpretation | 30 |
| Quantitative Aptitude | 30 |
Part-B (Total: 150 Marks)
| Section | Marks |
|---|---|
| Constitution, Current Affairs, Comprehension (Guj/Eng) | 30 |
| Subject-related MCQs & Applications | 120 |
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Total Questions: 210
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Total Time: 3 hours (180 minutes)
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Negative Marking: ยผ mark will be deducted for each wrong answer
๐งพ Important Dates โ GSSSB Archives Assistant Recruitment 2025
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Start Date to Apply Online | 10/06/2025 (2:00 PM) |
| Last Date to Apply | 24/06/2025 (11:59 PM) |
| Last Date to Pay Fees Online | 27/06/2025 (11:59 PM) |
๐ How to Apply for Archives Assistant Recruitment?
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๐ฑ๏ธ Visit the OJAS Website
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Click on “Apply” under GSSSB Recruitment.
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Select the advertisement number 309/202526 Archives Assistant Class-3.
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Fill in the online form with your personal, academic, and contact details.
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Upload the required documents.
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Pay the exam fee online.
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Take a printout of the application and fee receipt.
๐ Important Links
| Purpose | Link |
|---|---|
| ๐ Apply Online | Click Here |
| ๐ Official Notification | Click Here |
| ๐ฒ Join WhatsApp Group | Click Here |
| ๐ฒ Join Telegram Channel | Click Here |
| ๐ Visit Maru Gujarat | www.marugujarat.in |
โจ Key Takeaways
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GSSSB has announced 14 posts for Archives Assistant (Class-3).
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Online applications are open from 10th to 24th June 2025.
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The exam includes MCQs with negative marking and is conducted in CBRT/OMR mode.
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Age relaxations are applicable as per the government norms.
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First five years will be under fixed pay, followed by Level-6 pay scale.
โ Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q. What is the last date to apply for GSSSB Archives Assistant Recruitment?
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ฐ๏ธ 24th June 2025 till 11:59 PM.
Q. What is the salary for Archives Assistant in GSSSB?
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ฐ๏ธ โน40,800/- fixed for 5 years, then โน35,400/- to โน1,12,400/- as per 7th Pay Commission (Level-6).
Q. Is there negative marking in the exam?
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ฐ๏ธ Yes, ยผ mark will be deducted for every wrong answer.
Q. What is the age limit to apply?
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ฐ๏ธ 18 to 37 years. Age relaxation is applicable for reserved categories.
๐ Final Thoughts
This GSSSB Archives Assistant recruitment is a great opportunity for those with qualifications in History, Political Science, or Public Administration. If youโre looking to start or build your career in the government sector, donโt miss out on applying online before the deadline.
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