Introduction

The Gujarat Public Service Commission (GPSC) has declared the Final Result of the Combined Competitive Examination (Main) for the posts of Deputy Section Officer, Class‑III and Deputy Mamlatdar, Class‑III under the Special Recruitment Drive for Persons with Disabilities (Advertisement No. 127/2024‑25).

The main examination was conducted from 20th to 22nd February 2026. The results have been published on 16 July 2026 at Gandhinagar, taking into account the provisions of the Deputy Section Officer & Deputy Mamlatdar Combined Competitive Examination Rules, 2018 and subsequent amendments.

Purpose of the Notification

This notification provides the final merit list of successful candidates recommended for appointment, along with cut‑off marks for each disability group, and clarifies the rules applied in determining merit, bonus marks, and eligibility conditions.

Key Highlights

  • Exam Conducted: 20–22 February 2026
  • Result Declared: 16 July 2026
  • Posts: Deputy Section Officer (Class‑III) & Deputy Mamlatdar (Class‑III)
  • Recruitment Type: Special Drive for Persons with Disabilities
  • Advertisement No.: 127/2024‑25
  • Rules Applied: GPSC Examination Rules, 2018 (with amendments)

Merit Determination & Cut‑Off Marks

A. Merit Determination Rules

  • Merit was determined on the basis of aggregate marks (400 marks) obtained in the Main Examination (Gujarati & English papers).
  • No waiting list has been prepared as per Rule 14(4) of the GPSC Examination Rules, 2018.
  • Candidates who failed to attend the main examination or any paper were declared ineligible for selection.
  • Bonus marks were awarded as per government resolutions:
    • Widow candidates: 5% of obtained marks added.
    • Sports qualified candidates: 5% of obtained marks added.
  • Evaluation was carried out using the final answer key: +1.000 mark for each correct answer, –0.300 mark for wrong/multiple/blank answers.

B. Cut‑Off Marks

The cut‑off marks represent the score of the last candidate in the merit list of each benchmark disability group:

Group Cut‑Off Marks
Group A 156.10
Group B 119.80
Group C 169.90
Group D (d & e) 58.40

C. Special Notes

  • In Group‑D, only 16 candidates were available against 21 vacancies; hence 5 vacancies remain vacant.
  • Candidates declared eligible in preliminary test with bonus marks (sports/disability) but later found ineligible during scrutiny were excluded from the final result.
  • PwD candidates with disability between 40% and 75% were considered eligible for Deputy Mamlatdar posts as per Revenue Department resolution dated 17 June 2023.

List of Successful Candidates & Appointment Recommendations

A. Overview

The Gujarat Public Service Commission (GPSC) has published the Annexure‑I containing the list of successful candidates recommended to the Government for appointment to the posts of Deputy Section Officer, Class‑III and Deputy Mamlatdar, Class‑III under Advertisement No. 127/2024‑25.

B. Cut‑Off Marks by Group

Group Cut‑Off Marks
Group A 156.10
Group B 119.80
Group C 169.90
Group D (d & e) 58.40

C. Sample of Successful Candidates

Below are some of the top candidates from the merit list:

Merit No. Roll No. Name Category P.w.D. Group Total Marks Recommended Post(s)
1 101000362 Ms. Simranben Yasinkhan Parmar SEBC A 216.65 Deputy Mamlatdar, DSO Secretariat, DSO Vidhansabha
2 108002523 Mr. Harshit Vasantbhai Renuka SEBC A 204.25 Deputy Mamlatdar, DSO Secretariat, DSO Vidhansabha
3 117004981 Ms. Monali Kantibhai Ranpariya General C 203.85 Deputy Mamlatdar, DSO Secretariat, DSO Vidhansabha
5 117004752 Ms. Shitalben Ganeshbhai Lunagariya EWS B 201.30 Deputy Mamlatdar, DSO Secretariat, DSO Vidhansabha
9 104001089 Mr. Chiragkumar Ramchandrabhai Vasava ST A 196.20 Deputy Mamlatdar, DSO Secretariat, DSO Vidhansabha

D. Appointment Recommendations

  • Successful candidates are recommended for appointment to the posts of Deputy Mamlatdar, Deputy Section Officer (Secretariat), and Deputy Section Officer (Vidhansabha) depending on merit and category.
  • Appointments will be finalized only after Government verification of eligibility, documents, and suitability of candidates.
  • Remaining vacancies in Group‑D have been kept vacant due to insufficient eligible candidates.

Important Notes & Candidate Instructions

A. Important Notes

  • Success in the examination does not guarantee appointment. Final appointment will be made only after the Government is satisfied with the candidate’s suitability.
  • The result is subject to revision after rechecking of marks, if requested by candidates.
  • No waiting list has been prepared for this recruitment.
  • Some vacancies remain unfilled (e.g., Group‑D) due to insufficient eligible candidates.
  • Candidates found ineligible during scrutiny (e.g., incorrect disability group, invalid sports bonus marks) have been excluded from the final result.

B. Candidate Instructions

  • Selected candidates must keep all original documents ready for verification, including:
    • Educational qualification certificates
    • Age proof
    • Disability certificate (PwD)
    • Reservation certificates (SC/ST/SEBC/EWS, if applicable)
    • Sports/Widow/Ex‑Servicemen certificates (if applicable)
  • Verification will be conducted by the Government before issuing appointment orders.
  • Candidates are advised to regularly check the GPSC official website:
  • Updates are also available on the GPSC mobile application (GPSC Official) and Twitter handle @GPSC_OFFICIAL.

C. Next Steps

  • Government departments will issue appointment letters after verifying eligibility and authenticity of documents.
  • Candidates must ensure they meet all eligibility criteria as per the advertisement and rules.
  • Any discrepancies or false claims may lead to cancellation of candidature.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

1. What is this notification about?

This is the Final Result NotificationDeputy Section Officer, Class‑IIIDeputy Mamlatdar, Class‑III16 July 2026.

2. When was the examination held?

The Main Examination was conducted from 20th to 22nd February 2026.

3. How was merit determined?

Merit was based on aggregate marks (400 marks) of the written exam. Bonus marks were added for widow candidates and sports qualified candidates (5% of obtained marks). Negative marking applied: –0.300 for wrong/multiple/blank answers.

4. What are the cut‑off marks?

  • Group A: 156.10
  • Group B: 119.80
  • Group C: 169.90
  • Group D (d & e): 58.40

5. How many candidates were selected?

All eligible candidates meeting the cut‑off marks were selected. In Group‑D, only 16 candidates were available against 21 vacancies, so 5 vacancies remain vacant.

6. Are PwD candidates eligible for both posts?

PwD candidates with disability between 40% and 75% are eligible for Deputy Mamlatdar Class‑III

7. Does success in the exam guarantee appointment?

No. Success in the exam does not confer any right to appointment. Final appointment will be made only after Government verification of eligibility, documents, and suitability.

8. Where can candidates check further updates?

Candidates should visit the GPSC official portals and apps: