๐ Overview of the Notification
The Gujarat Subordinate Services Selection Board (GSSSB), Gandhinagar, has announced a Special Recruitment Drive (SRD) for Staff Nurse, Class-III posts under the Health & Family Welfare Department. This drive is exclusively for Divyang (Persons with Disabilities) candidates. Applications must be submitted online via the OJAS portal between 15 October 2026 (2:00 PM) and 28 October 2026 (11:56 PM).
๐ Vacancy Details
| Post | Total Vacancies | Low Vision (LV) | Orthopedic Disability (OL/CP/LC/DW etc.) | Learning/Mental Disabilities (SLD/MI/MD) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Staff Nurse, Class-III | 11 | 04 | 00 | 07 |
โ ๏ธ Note: Vacancies may increase or decrease depending on departmental requirements.
๐ Eligibility Criteria
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Educational Qualification:
- B.Sc. (Nursing) from a recognized university, registered with Gujarat Nursing Council or Indian Nursing Council.
- OR Diploma in General Nursing & Midwifery from a recognized institution.
- โ Basic knowledge of computer applications as per Gujarat Civil Services Rules.
- โ Adequate knowledge of Gujarati or Hindi.
- ๐ Candidates must register with the Gujarat Nursing Council at the time of appointment if not already registered.
๐งพ Age Limit
- ๐ Minimum Age: 18 years (as on 26 October 2029).
- ๐ Maximum Age: 40 years (general category).
- โฟ Age Relaxation for Divyang Candidates:
- General Male: +10 years
- General Female: +15 years
- Reserved Category Male: +15 years
- Reserved Category Female: +20 years
๐ฐ Pay Scale
Selected candidates will receive a fixed pay of โน40,800/- per month for the first five years. Upon satisfactory completion of service, they will be placed in the regular pay scale of โน29,200 โ โน92,300 (Level-4) as per government rules.
๐ Application Procedure
- Visit the official OJAS portal: https://ojas.gujarat.gov.in.
- Fill in personal details, educational qualifications, and disability category information carefully.
- Upload scanned copies of required documents (educational certificates, caste certificate, disability certificate, etc.).
- Submit the application form online before 28 October 2026 (11:56 PM).
- Download and print the application form for future reference.
โ๏ธ Important Instructions
- ๐ Candidates must ensure all uploaded documents are clear and valid.
- ๐ซ Incomplete or incorrect applications will be rejected.
- ๐ข Reservation benefits will be applicable only upon submission of valid certificates.
- โ Disability certificates must be issued in prescribed formats under the Rights of Persons with Disabilities Act, 2016.
โ Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
- ๐ What is the post advertised?
- The recruitment is for Staff Nurse, Class-III under the Health & Family Welfare Department, Gujarat.
- ๐๏ธ What are the application dates?
- Applications can be submitted online from 15 October 2026 (2:00 PM) to 28 October 2026 (11:56 PM).
- ๐ What qualifications are required?
- Candidates must hold a B.Sc. (Nursing) or a Diploma in General Nursing & Midwifery recognized by Gujarat/Indian Nursing Council.
- โฟ Who can apply under this drive?
- This is a Special Recruitment Drive (SRD) exclusively for Divyang (Persons with Disabilities) candidates.
- ๐ฐ What is the pay scale?
- Selected candidates will receive a fixed pay of โน40,800/- per month for five years, later regularized to โน29,200 โ โน92,300 (Level-4).
- โ ๏ธ What happens if documents are incorrect?
- Applications with incorrect or unclear documents will be rejected, and candidates will lose eligibility.
- ๐ Where can I apply?
- Applications must be submitted online via the OJAS portal.
