GSSSB Surveyor 78 Posts Recruitment 2026 – Apply Online

The Gujarat Subordinate Service Selection Board (GSSSB) has announced recruitment for 78 Surveyor positions (Class-3) under the Forest and Environment Department, Government of Gujarat. This is a prime opportunity for diploma-qualified candidates to secure a stable government job with competitive salary and benefits. Applications are being accepted through the online OJAS portal, and the deadline to apply is 20 November 2026.

Overview

The Surveyor position is a Class-3 post that plays a crucial role in land surveying, mapping, and measurement activities for the Forest and Environment Department. The recruitment is conducted by GSSSB (Advertisement No. 467/2026-27) under the Office of the Principal Chief Conservator of Forests and Head of Forest Force, ensuring a transparent and merit-based selection process. This role is ideal for civil engineering diploma holders and ITI surveyor certificate holders seeking stable government employment.

Key Details:

• Organization: Gujarat Subordinate Service Selection Board (GSSSB)
• Post: Surveyor, Class-3
• Total Vacancies: 78
• Department: Forest and Environment Department, Gujarat
• Application Mode: Online via OJAS portal
• Job Location: Gujarat

Important Dates

Mark these dates on your calendar. Note that the fee payment deadline (23 November 2026) is 3 days after the application submission deadline, allowing candidates time to complete their transaction.

Application Fee

Candidates must pay the applicable fee online through the OJAS portal. A reduced fee of ₹400 applies to women candidates (regardless of category), reserved category candidates, persons with disabilities, and ex-servicemen. General/unreserved male candidates pay ₹500. Fee payment must be completed by 23 November 2026, 11:59 PM to confirm your application.

Vacancy Details

A total of 24 posts are specifically reserved for women candidates across all categories. Ex-Servicemen are entitled to age relaxation and fee concession as per prescribed rules. These vacancy numbers reflect the distribution across different reservation categories, providing equal opportunities to candidates from all backgrounds.

Eligibility

Educational Qualification:

Candidates must hold one of the following qualifications:

• Diploma in Civil Engineering from a recognized Technical Examination Board, University, or Institution, OR
• A government-recognized equivalent diploma, including: Diploma in Civil and Rural Engineering, Diploma in Civil Draftsman, Diploma in Civil Engineering and Planning, Diploma in Civil Engineering (Building Service Engineering), Diploma in Civil Engineering (Construction Technology), Diploma in Civil Engineering (Construction), Diploma in Civil Technology, Diploma in Construction Engineering, Diploma in Construction Technology, Diploma in Construction Technology and Management, Diploma in Quantity Surveying and Construction Management, Diploma in Survey Engineering, or Diploma in Transportation Engineering, OR
• Certificate of a minimum one-year or two-year Surveyor course from a Government-recognized ITI

Age Limit (as on 20 November 2026):

• General Male Candidates: 18 to 33 years
• General Female Candidates: 18 to 38 years
• Reserved Category Male Candidates: 18 to 38 years
• Reserved Category Female Candidates: 18 to 43 years
• Eligible PwD Candidates: Relaxation as per notified rules, subject to overall 45-year cap
• Ex-Servicemen: Qualifying service period plus 3 years relaxation as prescribed

Other Requirements:

• Basic computer knowledge under Gujarat Recruitment Rules is mandatory
• Adequate knowledge of Gujarati or Hindi (or both) is compulsory

Physical Standards:

All candidates must meet the following physical requirements:

• Male Candidates (Other): Minimum height 163 cm, chest (unexpanded) 79 cm, chest (expanded) 84 cm, minimum weight 50 kg
• Female Candidates (Other): Minimum height 150 cm, chest (unexpanded) 79 cm, chest (expanded) 84 cm, minimum weight 45 kg
• ST Candidates (Originating from Gujarat) — Male: Minimum height 155 cm, chest (unexpanded) 79 cm, chest (expanded) 84 cm, minimum weight 50 kg
• ST Candidates (Originating from Gujarat) — Female: Minimum height 145 cm, chest (unexpanded) 79 cm, chest (expanded) 84 cm, minimum weight 45 kg
• Walking Test: Male candidates must cover 25 km in 4 hours; female candidates must cover 14 km in 4 hours

Meeting these physical standards is essential as they are part of the mandatory selection criteria.

Salary

The position offers an attractive salary package in the government sector:

• Initial Fixed Salary: ₹26,000 per month for the first 5 years
• Subsequent Pay Scale: ₹25,500 – ₹81,100 (Level 4) after the initial 5-year period, subject to applicable conditions

In addition to salary, successful candidates will receive government benefits including pension, medical facilities, housing allowance, dearness allowance, and other statutory benefits as per government norms.

How to Apply

1. Visit the official OJAS portal at
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