GSSSB CCE 2026 result expected soon, final answer key next
In short
- The GSSSB CCE 2026 result and final answer key are expected soon on the official website, gsssb.gujarat.gov.in.
- The objection window for the provisional answer key closed on October 12, 2026, following its release on October 5, 2026.
- The preliminary examination for 7,338 Group A and Group B posts was conducted from September 16 to September 29, 2026.
- Candidates will be shortlisted for the Main Examination in numbers equivalent to seven times the total vacancies.
- The final merit list will be based exclusively on marks obtained in the Stage 2 Main Examination.
The Gujarat Subordinate Services Selection Board (GSSSB) is expected to announce the Combined Competitive Examination (CCE) 2026 result and the final answer key in the near future. Candidates who appeared for the preliminary examination can check their results on the official website, gsssb.gujarat.gov.in, once released.
This announcement follows the closure of the objection window for the provisional answer key on October 12, 2026. The GSSSB CCE is a significant recruitment drive for 7,338 Class-3 government posts across various departments in Gujarat, attracting thousands of applicants annually.
GSSSB CCE 2026 Examination Schedule and Key Dates
The preliminary examination for Group A and Group B posts under Advertisement No. 378/202526 was conducted from September 16, 2026, to September 29, 2026. The provisional answer key was made available for candidates to review from October 5, 2026, with the deadline for raising objections set for October 12, 2026.
The recruitment process began with the notification release on February 4, 2026, and the online application window opened on February 5, 2026. The application period concluded on March 2, 2026, with the fee payment deadline on March 5, 2026. Call letters for the preliminary examination were available for download starting September 8, 2026.
| Event | Date & Time |
|---|---|
| Notification Release | 04 February 2026 |
| Online Application Start | 05 February 2026 (14:00 IST) |
| Extended Last Date to Apply | 02 March 2026 (23:59 IST) |
| Extended Fee Payment Last Date | 05 March 2026 |
| Call Letter Download Start | 08 September 2026, 09:00 PM |
| Preliminary Exam Start | 16 September 2026 |
| Preliminary Exam End | 29 September 2026 |
| Objection Last Date | 12 October 2026 |
Vacancy Details and Selection Process
A total of 7,338 vacancies are to be filled through the GSSSB CCE 2026. This includes 2,942 posts in Group A and 4,396 posts in Group B. Group A positions include roles such as Social Welfare Inspector, Office Superintendent, Revenue Clerk, Head Clerk, and Senior Clerk. Group B primarily consists of Junior Clerk positions.
The selection process involves two stages: a preliminary examination and a main examination. The preliminary examination is an objective-type (MCQ-CBRT) test carrying 150 marks, with a negative marking of 1/4 (0.25) marks for each incorrect answer. Marks obtained in the preliminary examination will not contribute to the final merit list. Candidates will be shortlisted for the main examination category-wise, in numbers equivalent to seven times the total vacancies. The final merit list for both Group A and Group B posts will be prepared solely based on the marks secured in the Stage 2 Main Examination.
| Post Category | Total Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Class-III Group-A & Group-B | 7,338 |
| Group-A Vacancies | 2,942 |
| Group-B Vacancies | 4,396 |
Eligibility Criteria and Application Fees
To be eligible for the GSSSB CCE Recruitment 2026, candidates must have been between 20 and 35 years of age for the general category. Educational qualifications vary by group: Group A posts require a Bachelor’s Degree, while Group B (Junior Clerk) requires a Higher Secondary Certificate (12th Pass). Basic knowledge of computer applications is mandatory for selected candidates at the appointment stage.
The application fee for the General category was ₹500, while for reserved categories and women, it was ₹400. The application fee is refundable only to candidates who appeared for the preliminary examination. The examination centers were typically located within Gujarat only.
| Post Name | Monthly Salary (Approx.) |
|---|---|
| Office Superintendent | ₹49,600/- |
| Head Clerk | ₹40,800/- |
| Social Welfare Inspector | ₹40,800/- |
| Senior Clerk | ₹26,000/- |
| Collector Office Clerk | ₹26,000/- |
| Junior Clerk | ₹26,000/- |
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