Are you aiming for a stable government job in Gujarat? Here’s your golden opportunity! The Gujarat Subordinate Service Selection Board (GSSSB) has officially released the recruitment notification for the post of Searcher (Fingerprint Department), Class-3 (Advt. No. 360/202526).
Through this recruitment drive, 04 vacancies will be filled under the Forensic Science Department, Gandhinagar. The selection will be done through a competitive written exam based on MCQs (Multiple Choice Questions).
Let’s dive into all the details like eligibility, syllabus, exam pattern, salary, how to apply, and important dates for this latest GSSSB recruitment. 🚀
📌 Key Highlights: GSSSB Searcher Recruitment 2025
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Organization | Gujarat Subordinate Service Selection Board (GSSSB) |
| Post Name | Searcher (Fingerprint Department), Class-3 |
| Advertisement No. | 360/202526 |
| Total Vacancies | 04 Posts |
| Department | Forensic Science Department, Gandhinagar |
| Application Mode | Online (OJAS Gujarat) |
| Online Application Dates | 22-09-2025 (2:00 PM) to 06-10-2025 (11:59 PM) |
| Exam Type | MCQ-Based Competitive Exam (CBRT/OMR) |
| Official Website | https://ojas.gujarat.gov.in, https://gsssb.gujarat.gov.in |
📋 Vacancy Details: GSSSB Searcher Recruitment 2025
| Post Name | No. of Vacancies | Department |
|---|---|---|
| Searcher (Fingerprint Department), Class-3 | 04 | Forensic Science Department, Gandhinagar |
✅ Eligibility Criteria: GSSSB Searcher 2025
To apply for this post, candidates must meet the educational qualification, age limit, and nationality criteria as per GSSSB rules.
🎓 Educational Qualification:
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Bachelor’s Degree in Science from any recognized University (Central/State Act/UGC recognized).
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Basic knowledge of Computer Applications.
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Adequate knowledge of Gujarati and/or Hindi.
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Must meet physical fitness standards as prescribed.
📌 Vision Standards (Appendix-I):
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Candidate must not be color blind or squint.
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Visual Standard:
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Right Eye: Distant Vision 6/5, Near Vision 0/5
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Left Eye: Distant Vision 6/5, Near Vision 0/5
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🎂 Age Limit (as on 06-10-2025):
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Minimum Age: 18 Years
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Maximum Age: 35 Years
Age Relaxation (as per rules):
| Category | Age Relaxation | Maximum Age Limit |
|---|---|---|
| General Female | 5 years | 40 years |
| Reserved Category Male | 5 years | 40 years |
| Reserved Category Female | 10 years | 45 years |
| General PwD Male | 10 years | 45 years |
| General PwD Female | 15 years | 45 years |
| Reserved PwD Male | 15 years | 45 years |
| Reserved PwD Female | 20 years | 45 years |
| Ex-Servicemen | Service period + 3 years | As per rules |
💰 Salary / Pay Scale: GSSSB Searcher 2025
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First 5 Years (Fixed Pay): ₹26,000/- per month
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After 5 Years (Regular Pay): Pay Matrix Level-4 (₹25,500 – ₹81,100/-) as per 7th Pay Commission
🏆 Selection Process: GSSSB Searcher Recruitment 2025
The selection will be done through a Written Competitive Examination in MCQ format with negative marking.
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Exam Mode: CBRT/OMR
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Question Type: Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
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Negative Marking: 0.25 marks for each wrong answer
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Final Merit: Based on written exam marks
📘 GSSSB Searcher Exam Pattern 2025
The exam will be divided into Part-A & Part-B.
Part – A (50 Marks)
| Subject | Marks |
|---|---|
| Logical Reasoning & Data Interpretation | 30 |
| Mathematical & Numerical Ability | 20 |
| Total | 50 |
Part – B (150 Marks)
| Subject | Marks |
|---|---|
| Indian Constitution, Current Affairs, Gujarat GK | 30 |
| Subject-Specific Questions (Forensic/Fingerprint Science) | 120 |
| Total | 150 |
📌 Overall Exam Details:
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Total Questions: 200
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Total Marks: 200
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Duration: 3 Hours (180 Minutes)
📝 Exam Fees: GSSSB Searcher Recruitment 2025
| Category | Exam Fees | Refund Eligibility |
|---|---|---|
| General (Unreserved) | ₹500 | Refundable if candidate appears for exam |
| Reserved Categories, Women, PwD, Ex-Servicemen | ₹400 | Refundable if candidate appears for exam |
📌 Exam Fees must be paid online (Debit Card/Net Banking/UPI/Wallets) by 09-10-2025 (11:59 PM).
📑 How to Apply: GSSSB Searcher Recruitment 2025
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Visit the official OJAS Gujarat Portal – https://ojas.gujarat.gov.in.
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Click on “Online Application → Apply” section.
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Select Advertisement No. 360/202526.
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Fill in details carefully as per educational certificates.
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Upload required documents (Photo, Signature, Certificates).
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Submit the application and note down the Confirmation Number.
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Pay the application fee online before the last date.
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Download and print the final application form for reference.
🔗 Important Links: GSSSB Searcher Recruitment 2025
| Purpose | Link |
|---|---|
| Official Notification | Click Here |
| Apply Online (OJAS) | https://ojas.gujarat.gov.in |
| GSSSB Website | https://gsssb.gujarat.gov.in |
| Maru Gujarat Website | https://www.marugujarat.in |
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📅 Important Dates: GSSSB Searcher Recruitment 2025
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Online Application Start | 22-09-2025 (2:00 PM) |
| Online Application End | 06-10-2025 (11:59 PM) |
| Last Date for Fee Payment | 09-10-2025 |
| Exam Date | To be announced on GSSSB website |
🌟 Key Takeaways: GSSSB Searcher Recruitment 2025
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Recruitment for 04 Searcher (Fingerprint Department) Posts.
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Apply online at OJAS Gujarat from 22nd September to 6th October 2025.
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Fixed pay of ₹26,000 for 5 years, later regular pay as per 7th Pay Commission.
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Selection through MCQ Exam with 200 marks and negative marking.
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Refundable Exam Fee for candidates who appear in the exam.
❓ FAQs: GSSSB Searcher Recruitment 2025
Q1. What is the last date to apply for GSSSB Searcher Recruitment 2025?
Ans: The last date for online application is 06 October 2025 (11:59 PM).
Q2. What is the exam pattern for GSSSB Searcher (Fingerprint Department)?
Ans: The exam will have Part-A (50 Marks) and Part-B (150 Marks), totaling 200 marks.
Q3. What is the salary of GSSSB Searcher?
Ans: Initially ₹26,000 per month (fixed for 5 years). Later regular pay ₹25,500 – ₹81,100 (Level-4).
Q4. Is there any exam fee refund?
Ans: Yes, exam fee will be refunded to candidates who appear for the exam.
Q5. Where can I apply for GSSSB Searcher Recruitment 2025?
Ans: Applications must be submitted online through OJAS Gujarat Portal.
💡 Final Thoughts
The GSSSB Searcher (Fingerprint Department) Recruitment 2025 is a rare opportunity for science graduates to secure a government job in Gujarat’s Forensic Science Department. With only 04 vacancies, competition will be tough.
If you are eligible, don’t wait until the last date – complete your application on time, prepare according to the detailed syllabus, and aim for a place in the merit list.
Stay tuned to Maru Gujarat for instant updates, merit lists, call letters, and results. Best of luck to all aspirants! 🌟
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