The Gujarat Public Service Commission (GPSC) has officially released the tentative exam calendar detailing the programme of advertisements to be published during the year 2026. The commission plans to conduct direct recruitment and competitive examinations to fill an estimated 329 vacancies across various Class-1 and Class-2 posts.
Candidates aspiring for prestigious state government roles such as Gujarat Administrative Service (GAS), Accounts Officer, Assistant Conservator of Forest (ACF), and Engineering Services can now align their preparation with the upcoming advertisement schedule. The official notifications for these posts will be published between the 1st and 5th of their respective scheduled months.
💡 GPSC Calendar 2026 Highlights
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Organization | Gujarat Public Service Commission (GPSC) |
| Recruitment Year | 2026 |
| Total Estimated Vacancies | 329 Posts |
| Major Cadres | GAS, Accounts Officer, ACF/RFO, Engineering Services |
| Official Portal | gpsc.gujarat.gov.in & gpsc-ojas.gujarat.gov.in |
📢 Upcoming Vacancies & Tentative Advertisement Months
Below is the detailed list of posts, estimated vacancies, and the proposed month when the official advertisement will be published by GPSC:
| Sr. No. | Name of Post & Class | Estimated Vacancies | Tentative Advt. Month |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Gujarat Administrative Service, Class-1, Gujarat Civil Service, Class-1/2, and Municipality Chief Officer Service, Class-2 | 100 | April 2026 |
| 2 | Accounts Officer, Class-1 | 06 | April 2026 |
| 3 | Assistant Conservator of Forest, Class-2 & Range Forest Officer, Class-2 | 26 (1+25) | April 2026 |
| 4 | Gujarat Engineering Service, Class-1 & 2 | 70 (10+60) | April 2026 |
| 5 | Principal/Nursing Officer, Nursing Service, Class-2 | 08 | May 2026 |
| 6 | Nursing Superintendent, Class-2 | 20 | May 2026 |
| 7 | Principal, Nursing Service, Class-1 | 02 | May 2026 |
| 8 | Deputy Director, Class-1 (Industrial Safety & Health) | 03 | June 2026 |
| 9 | Junior Architect, Class-2 | 01 | June 2026 |
| 10 | Deputy Director of Animal Husbandry, Class-1 | 05 | June 2026 |
| 11 | Joint Director of Agriculture, Class-1 | 01 | June 2026 |
| 12 | Gujarati Reporter, Class-2 | 04 | June 2026 |
| 13 | Taluka Primary Education Officer, Class-2 | 43 | June 2026 |
| 14 | Senior Superintendent, Class-2 | 01 | June 2026 |
| 15 | Program Officer/Assistant Director (Women & Child Dev), Class-1 | 03 | June 2026 |
| 16 | Veterinary Officer, Class-2 | 18 | June 2026 |
| 17 | Industrial Safety and Health Officer, Class-2 | 11 | June 2026 |
| 18 | Assistant Director (Boilers), Class-2 | 07 | June 2026 |
📝 Important Instructions by GPSC
- Advertisement Release Dates: The detailed advertisements for the respective posts will be published between the 1st and 5th of the month indicated in the calendar.
- Tentative Vacancies: The number of vacancies mentioned is an estimate and may be subject to change upon receiving the formal requisition from the concerned departments.
- Common Examination Strategy: For certain direct recruitment posts, the preliminary examination containing the 100-mark General Studies paper might be conducted on a common date for multiple posts. Candidates applying for more than one advertisement with a common exam will have their marks considered across the applied posts.
🔗 Important Links
| Link Description | Link |
|---|---|
| Download GPSC Calendar 2026 PDF | Click Here |
| Apply Online (GPSC OJAS) | Click Here |
| GPSC Notice Board | Click Here |
| GPSC Official Website | Click Here |
| Join WhatsApp Channel | Click Here |
| Join Telegram Channel | Click Here |
❓ FAQs
Q1. When will the GPSC Class 1 & 2 (GAS/Civil Services) notification be released?
Ans. The advertisement for the Gujarat Administrative Service (Class-1) and Civil Services (Class 1/2) is tentatively scheduled to be published in April 2026.
Q2. How many vacancies are announced in the 2026 calendar?
Ans. An estimated total of 329 vacancies across various cadres are listed in this calendar.
Q3. Can candidates apply via the GPSC mobile app?
Ans. Yes, candidates are encouraged to use the Android-based mobile application “GPSC(Official)” to stay updated and manage their applications alongside the OJAS portal.
💡 Final Thoughts
The release of the tentative calendar gives a clear roadmap for aspirants targeting state-level administrative, engineering, and specialized technical roles in Gujarat. Given the competitive nature of exams like GAS Class-1 and ACF, candidates should commence their preparation immediately. Regularly check the GPSC official handle on X (@GPSC_OFFICIAL) and the OJAS website for the release of full notifications in the coming months.
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