The Gujarat Subordinate Service Selection Board (GSSSB), Gandhinagar, has released an excellent employment notification for the direct recruitment of Multi Purpose Health Worker (MPHW) – Male, Class-3. Under the official Advertisement Number 404/202526, the board aims to fill a total of 254 highly sought-after vacancies under the control of the Additional Director (Public Health), Health and Family Welfare Department of the Gujarat Government.
This is a tremendous opportunity for dedicated male candidates holding relevant sanitary inspector or health worker diplomas to secure a stable and reputed government position. As these vacancies are strictly reserved for male candidates, female applicants are not eligible to apply for this specific advertisement.
Eligible and interested candidates can submit their applications exclusively online through the official OJAS Gujarat portal. The online registration window is scheduled to open on the 7th of March 2026 (18:00 Hours) and will officially close on the 21st of March 2026 (23:59 Hours). The rigorous selection process will involve a comprehensive Computer Based Response Test (CBRT) or OMR-based examination spanning 210 marks.
It is crucial for applicants to keep their educational certificates, caste documents, and ID proofs ready while securely filling out the online form. Additionally, candidates must make sure to complete the payment of the required examination fee before the 24th of March 2026 deadline to ensure their application is successfully registered.
💡 Key Highlights
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Organization Name | Gujarat Subordinate Service Selection Board (GSSSB) |
| Advertisement No. | 404/202526 |
| Post Name | Multi Purpose Health Worker (Male) – Class 3 |
| Total Vacancies | 254 Posts |
| Application Mode | Online (OJAS Portal) |
| Job Location | Gujarat |
📢 Vacancy Details
The total 254 vacancies for the MPHW (Male) post are distributed among various categories as follows:
| Category | Total Posts |
|---|---|
| General (Unreserved) | 106 |
| EWS | 25 |
| SEBC | 68 |
| SC | 17 |
| ST | 38 |
| Total Vacancies | 254 |
Note: Out of the total posts, 25 positions are horizontally reserved for Ex-Servicemen. There is no reservation for female candidates in this specific recruitment.
🎓 Eligibility Criteria & Qualification (As on 21/03/2026)
Candidates must possess any ONE of the following core educational qualifications:
- Minimum one-year Multi-Purpose Health Worker basic certificate/diploma course from a government-recognized institution. OR
- Minimum one-year Sanitary Inspectors Diploma Course from a government-recognized institution. OR
- Minimum one-year certificate course of Health Sanitary Inspectors from an Industrial Training Institute (ITI) or a government-recognized institute. OR
- Diploma of Sanitary Inspector or Health Sanitary Inspector obtained from a recognized University in India.
Additional Requirements:
- Must possess basic knowledge of Computer Applications as prescribed by the state government.
- Must possess adequate knowledge of Gujarati or Hindi or both.
⏳ Age Limit (As on 21/03/2026)
- Minimum Age: 18 Years
- Maximum Age: 33 Years
- Age Relaxation: Reserved category male candidates get a relaxation of 5 years (Maximum up to 38 years). Appropriate relaxations are also applicable for PwD and Ex-Servicemen as per Gujarat Government rules.
💰 Pay Scale
- Candidates selected for the post will be appointed on a fixed monthly salary of ₹ 26,000/- for an initial probationary period of five years.
- Upon satisfactory completion of the five-year period, the services will be regularized in the 7th Pay Commission Matrix Level-2 (₹ 19,900 – ₹ 63,200).
💳 Application Fee
- Unreserved (General) Category Candidates: ₹ 500/-
- Reserved Categories (SC/ST/SEBC/EWS/PwD/Ex-Servicemen): ₹ 400/-
- Payment Mode: Exclusively online via Debit Card, Internet Banking, UPI, or Wallets before 24/03/2026.
- Refund Policy: The examination fee will be completely refunded to only those candidates who actively appear for the CBT/OMR examination.
📝 Selection Process & Exam Pattern
The recruitment involves a single-stage Objective Type Multiple Choice Question (MCQ) exam, which may be conducted via CBRT (Computer Based Response Test) or OMR method. The paper is divided into two parts and has a composite time of 3 hours.
| Part | Subject / Syllabus Area | Marks |
|---|---|---|
| Part – A | Reasoning & Data Interpretation (30), Quantitative Aptitude (30), Constitution of India, Current Affairs, Gujarati & English Comprehension (30). | 90 Marks |
| Part – B | Questions related to the Technical Qualification and its practical application (Health & Sanitary Inspector syllabus). | 120 Marks |
| Total | Composite Time: 3 Hours (180 Minutes) | 210 Marks |
- Negative Marking: 0.25 marks will be deducted for every incorrect or unattempted answer (unless the ‘Not Attempted’ option is selected).
- Minimum Qualifying Marks: A candidate must secure a minimum of 40% marks in Part-A and Part-B independently to be considered for the merit list.
📅 Important Dates
| Event | Date & Time |
|---|---|
| Starting Date for Online Application | 07 March 2026 (18:00 Hrs) |
| Last Date to Apply Online | 21 March 2026 (23:59 Hrs) |
| Last Date for Online Fee Payment | 24 March 2026 (23:59 Hrs) |
🔗 Important Links [MUST]
| Link Description | Direct Link |
|---|---|
| Download Official Notification PDF | Click Here |
| Apply Online (OJAS Portal) | Click Here |
| GSSSB Official Website | Click Here |
| MaruGujarat Official Website | Click Here |
| Join WhatsApp Channel | Click Here |
| Join Telegram Channel | Click Here |
🎯 Key Takeaways
- This is an exclusive recruitment drive for Male candidates only for 254 MPHW Class-3 posts.
- The written examination holds a weightage of 210 marks divided strictly between General Aptitude (90) and Technical Knowledge (120).
- Candidates must score at least 40% in each part separately to qualify for the document verification stage.
- The application fee (₹500 for Gen, ₹400 for Reserved) is fully refundable to candidates who appear for the exam.
- Ensure your Non-Creamy Layer (SEBC) and EWS certificates are valid for the stipulated financial years before applying.
❓ FAQs
Q1. Can female candidates apply for GSSSB MPHW Recruitment 2026?
Ans. No, according to the official notification rules, the Multi Purpose Health Worker (MPHW) vacancies under Advt 404/202526 are exclusively for Male candidates only.
Q2. What is the selection process for GSSSB MPHW (Male)?
Ans. The selection is entirely based on an objective-type single-stage written examination of 210 marks (Part A and Part B). There is no interview stage.
Q3. What is the last date to apply online for GSSSB MPHW 2026?
Ans. The last date to submit the online application on the OJAS portal is 21st March 2026 till 23:59 hours.
Q4. Is negative marking applicable in the exam?
Ans. Yes, a penalty of 0.25 marks will be deducted for every incorrect, multiple-selected, or blank answer if the ‘E – Not Attempted’ option is not chosen.
💡 Final Thoughts
The GSSSB Multi Purpose Health Worker (Male) recruitment is a golden ticket for candidates possessing a Sanitary Inspector Diploma or a relevant ITI certificate. Since the vacancies are robust (254 posts) and the competition is limited strictly to male candidates with specialized technical qualifications, the chances of selection are highly favorable. Aspirants should immediately gather their educational, caste, and computer certificates, and apply online without waiting for the last minute. Begin an integrated study plan focusing heavily on the Technical section (Part-B) while routinely practicing Mathematics and Reasoning for Part-A. Best of luck!
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