๐ฑ GPSC Recruitment 2026 โ Joint Director (Horticulture) Class-I Notification
The Gujarat Public Service Commission (GPSC) has released Advertisement No. 56/2026-27 inviting online applications for the post of Joint Director (Horticulture), Class-I under the Agriculture, Farmers Welfare and Co-operation Department. This recruitment is part of a Special Recruitment Drive for candidates with specified disabilities. Applications are open from 24 September 2026 to 08 October 2026.
๐ Key Highlights
- ๐ Post: Joint Director (Horticulture), Class-I
- ๐ Department: Agriculture, Farmers Welfare & Co-operation Department
- ๐ Advertisement No.: 56/2026-27
- ๐ Application Dates: 24 September 2026 โ 08 October 2026
- ๐ Preliminary Test: 13 December 2026 (General Studies) & 07 January 2027 (Subject)
- ๐ Total Vacancies: 01 (Reserved for PwBD candidates)
- ๐ Pay Scale: โน78,800 โ โน2,09,200 (Pay Matrix Level-12)
๐ Eligibility Criteria
- โ Ph.D. Degree: In any branch of Horticulture with 5 yearsโ experience in research/extension/education.
- โ OR Postgraduate Degree: Second class in Horticulture with 8 yearsโ experience in research/extension/education.
- โ Computer Knowledge: As per Gujarat Civil Services Rules, 1967.
- โ Language Proficiency: Adequate knowledge of Gujarati or Hindi or both.
- โ Age Limit: Not more than 45 years (with relaxations for women, reserved categories, PwBD, and ex-servicemen).
๐ผ Selection Process
- ๐ Preliminary Test (300 marks: 100 General Studies + 200 Subject)
- ๐ Interview (100 marks)
- ๐ Weighted Marks: PT (50%) + Interview (50%)
- ๐ Candidates scoring less than 10% in PT will not qualify for interview.
๐ฐ Application Fees
- ๐ General Category: โน100 + postal/service charges
- ๐ Reserved Categories, EWS, PwBD, Ex-servicemen (Gujarat origin): No fee
- ๐ Consent Form Deposit: โน500 (General), โน400 (Reserved categories, women, PwBD, ex-servicemen)
- ๐ Fees will be refunded after appearing in the exam.
๐ How to Apply
- โ Apply online via GPSC portals: https://gpsc.gujarat.gov.in and https://gpsc-ojas.gujarat.gov.in
- โ One Time Registration (OTR) is mandatory before applying.
- โ Applications can be edited until the last date; multiple applications will be rejected (only latest valid one considered).
- โ Candidates must upload required certificates/documents online within stipulated time after provisional results.
โ๏ธ Important Instructions
- ๐ Recruitment is provisional and subject to eligibility verification.
- ๐ PwBD candidates must apply only if their disability type matches the prescribed category (LV โ Low Vision).
- ๐ Candidates must keep all certificates ready for scrutiny and interview.
- ๐ Physical copies of applications/documents will not be accepted.
โ Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
- ๐ What is the last date to apply?
- The last date to apply online is 08 October 2026.
- ๐ What qualifications are required?
- Ph.D. in Horticulture with 5 yearsโ experience OR Postgraduate degree with 8 yearsโ experience.
- ๐ผ What is the selection process?
- Preliminary Test (300 marks) followed by Interview (100 marks). Weighted marks will be calculated from both stages.
- ๐ฐ What is the pay scale?
- โน78,800 โ โน2,09,200 (Pay Matrix Level-12).
- ๐ Where is the job location?
- Under the Agriculture, Farmers Welfare & Co-operation Department, Gujarat.
- โ๏ธ Is this post reserved?
- Yes, this post is reserved for PwBD candidates (Low Vision) under the Special Recruitment Drive.
- ๐ How can I apply?
- Through GPSC portals: gpsc.gujarat.gov.in and gpsc-ojas.gujarat.gov.in.
