The Gujarat Public Service Commission (GPSC) is conducting the Mains Written Examination (Descriptive) for the highly sought-after post of State Tax Inspector (STI), Class-3. Under Advertisement Number 27/2025-26, this major recruitment drive aims to fill a total of 323 vacancies across the state. The Mains examination is scheduled to be held consecutively from 22nd March 2026 to 24th March 2026. Candidates who successfully qualified in the Preliminary Screening Test (held on 4th January 2026) are currently appearing for these descriptive papers to secure their spot in the final merit list.
For the benefit of future aspirants and candidates who wish to analyze the exam’s difficulty level and paper pattern, we are providing the official GPSC STI Mains Question Papers. The Gujarati Language paper conducted today is already available for download. The subsequent papers (English and General Studies) will be uploaded here immediately after the respective examination shifts conclude. Candidates are advised to bookmark this page for prompt updates.
💡 Key Highlights
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Organization Name | Gujarat Public Service Commission (GPSC) |
| Advertisement No. | 27/2025-26 |
| Post Name | State Tax Inspector (STI), Class-3 |
| Total Vacancies | 323 Posts |
| Exam Type | Mains Examination Written (Descriptive) |
| Mains Exam Dates | 22 March 2026 to 24 March 2026 |
📢 Vacancy & Salary Details
- Total Posts: 323
- Pay Scale: Selected candidates will be appointed on a fixed pay of Rs. 49,600/- per month for the initial 5 years. Upon satisfactory completion of the probation period, they will be absorbed into the regular Pay Matrix Level No. 7 (Rs. 39,900 – 1,26,600/-).
- Age Limit: 20 to 35 Years (calculated as of the last date of application receipt, i.e., 17-Oct-2025).
📥 Download GPSC STI Mains Question Papers 2026 (PDF)
You can download the original question papers for the GPSC State Tax Inspector Mains Examination from the links provided below. The table will be updated continuously as the exams conclude over the three-day schedule.
| Date of Exam | Paper Name | Download Link |
|---|---|---|
| 22 March 2026 | Gujarati Language | Download PDF |
| 22 March 2026 | English Language | Download Now |
| 23 March 2026 | General Studies – I | Download Now |
| 24 March 2026 | General Studies – II | Download Now |
🔗 Important Links
| Link Description | Direct Link |
|---|---|
| All Papers | Click Here |
| Official GPSC Website | Click Here |
| MaruGujarat Official Website | Click Here |
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🎯 Key Takeaways
- The Mains Examination for 323 STI posts consists of descriptive papers testing language proficiency (Gujarati and English) and General Studies.
- The Gujarati language paper is now available for review and download.
- Candidates should keep checking back over the next two days for the remaining papers to build their reference materials for future GPSC exams.
❓ FAQs
Q1. When is the GPSC STI Mains Exam 2026 being conducted?
Ans. The GPSC State Tax Inspector Mains examination is scheduled from 22 March 2026 to 24 March 2026.
Q2. Where can I download the GPSC STI Mains Question Papers?
Ans. You can download the official question papers in PDF format directly from the links provided in the table above on Maru Gujarat.
Q3. What is the selection process for the GPSC STI post?
Ans. The selection comprises a Preliminary Screening Test (Objective) followed by a Mains Written Examination (Descriptive). There is no interview for this Class-3 post.
💡 Final Thoughts
Analyzing actual Mains question papers is one of the most effective strategies for any serious GPSC aspirant. It provides clear insights into the examiner’s expectations, the depth of descriptive answers required, and the evolving trend of topics. Download the Gujarati paper today, and check back soon for the English and GS papers. We wish all the candidates appearing for the subsequent shifts the very best of luck!
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