The Gujarat Gaun Seva Pasandgi Mandal (GSSSB) has released a detailed advertisement for Junior Scientific Assistant (Class-3) recruitment under Advertisement No. 317/2025-26. A total of 54 posts will be filled through a competitive examination based on OMR/Computer-Based Response Test ๐ฅ๏ธ.
This recruitment is being conducted for the Gujarat Engineering Research Institute, Vadodara under the Narmada, Water Resources, Water Supply, and Kalpsar Department.
Letโs explore the complete syllabus, eligibility, age limits, and important dates for the GSSSB Junior Scientific Assistant Recruitment 2025. ๐
๐ Overview โ GSSSB Junior Scientific Assistant 2025
| Details | Information |
|---|---|
| ๐ข Board | Gujarat Secondary Service Selection Board (GSSSB) |
| ๐ Post Name | Junior Scientific Assistant (Class-3) |
| ๐ Advertisement No. | 317/2025-26 |
| ๐งช Department | Gujarat Engineering Research Institute |
| ๐ Location | Vadodara, Gujarat |
| ๐ Apply Start Date | 01 July 2025 (2:00 PM) |
| ๐ Apply End Date | 15 July 2025 (11:59 PM) |
| ๐ Website | OJAS / GSSSB |
| ๐ Total Vacancies | 54 Posts |
๐ฅ Educational Qualification โ Junior Scientific Assistant
Candidates must possess either:
-
Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering or Technology (Civil) from a recognized university OR
-
Diploma in Civil Engineering with at least 2 years of experience in:
-
Lab testing / Quality Control / Field QA / Field Investigation / Construction or Design
-
OR worked as Laboratory Assistant, Class-3 in Gujarat Engineering Research Institute
-
Additional Requirements:
-
Basic knowledge of computer applications ๐ป
-
Adequate knowledge of Gujarati or Hindi (or both) ๐ฃ๏ธ
๐ฏ Age Limit & Relaxation (As of 15/07/2025)
| Category | Maximum Age Limit |
|---|---|
| General | 35 years |
| General Female | 40 years |
| Reserved Male | 40 years |
| Reserved Female | 45 years |
| PwD (Gen – Male) | 45 years |
| PwD (Gen – Female) | 50 years |
| PwD (Reserved Male) | 50 years |
| PwD (Reserved Female) | 55 years |
| Ex-Servicemen | 3 years + service years relaxation |
๐ฐ Salary Structure
-
Initial Salary (First 5 Years): โน40,800/- per month (Fixed Pay)
-
Regular Pay after 5 Years: โน29,200/- to โน92,300/- under Pay Matrix Level 5 (as per 7th Pay Commission)
๐ต Application Fees
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| General | โน500/- |
| Reserved Categories / Women / PwD / Ex-Servicemen | โน400/- |
๐ข Fee will be refunded to candidates who appear in the exam.
๐งพ Payment Mode: Only online via OJAS using Debit Card, Net Banking, UPI or Wallet.
๐งพ Exam Pattern โ Junior Scientific Assistant 2025
The exam will be conducted in OMR / Computer-Based Format. The level of the questions will be based on the candidate’s qualification.
๐ Part-A: Aptitude Section
| Topic | Marks |
|---|---|
| Logical Reasoning & Data Interpretation | 30 |
| Quantitative Aptitude | 30 |
| Total | 60 |
๐ Part-B: Subject-Specific + General Knowledge
| Topic | Marks |
|---|---|
| Constitution of India, Current Affairs, Gujarati & English Comprehension | 30 |
| Subject-related MCQs | 120 |
| Total | 150 |
๐ Exam Duration & Format
-
Total Questions: 210
-
Total Marks: 210
-
Exam Duration: 3 Hours (180 Minutes)
-
Negative Marking: 0.25 mark for each wrong answer (ยผ mark deducted)
๐งช Final Answer Key & Pro-Rata Marking
-
Provisional Answer Key will be released first.
-
Final Answer Key will be published after objections are reviewed.
-
If any question is cancelled, its marks will be distributed pro-rata across remaining questions.
-
Marks will be calculated based on correct & incorrect attempts using pro-rata formula.
๐ Important Links
| Description | Link |
|---|---|
| ๐ Apply Online | OJAS Application Link |
| Notification | Click Here |
| ๐ข Official GSSSB Site | GSSSB Website |
| ๐งพ Fee Payment Instructions | Fee Guide on OJAS |
๐ Key Takeaways
-
๐ Apply from: 01 July to 15 July 2025
-
๐งโ๐ฌ Post: Junior Scientific Assistant, Class-3
-
๐ Location: Vadodara
-
๐ต Salary: โน40,800/- initially, later regular Level-5 Pay Scale
-
๐งพ Exam in OMR / CBT Mode, 210 Questions
-
โ Negative Marking applies
-
๐๏ธ Answer Key objections allowed, pro-rata marking system in place
โ FAQs โ Junior Scientific Assistant GSSSB
Q1. How many vacancies are released under Advt No. 317/2025-26?
๐น Total 54 vacancies.
Q2. What is the mode of the exam?
๐น OMR or Computer-Based Test (CBT).
Q3. What is the salary for Junior Scientific Assistant?
๐ฐ โน40,800/- fixed for 5 years, then โน29,200 โ โน92,300/- regular scale.
Q4. Is there any negative marking?
โ Yes, ยผ mark will be deducted for each wrong answer.
Q5. Where can I apply?
๐ Only through OJAS Gujarat
๐ข Updates on Telegram Channel: Click Here
๐น The post first appeared on Maru Gujarat Official Website.
๐ฒ Get Instant Updates:
๐ Android App | Telegram Channel | Telegram Group | WhatsApp Channel
๐ Stay connected with www.marugujarat.in for the latest government job updates.
โ ๏ธ Important: Always verify details with the official notification before appearing.
Call Letters
Latest Results
Question Papers/Answer key
