๐ข The Gujarat Panchayat Service Selection Board (GPSSB) has issued guidelines regarding the requirement of Economically Weaker Sections (EWS) Certificates for candidates applying under the EWS category in Class-3 Panchayat Service recruitment. This notification ensures compliance with the Constitution (103rd Amendment) Act, 2019 and the Government of Gujarat Resolutions issued thereafter.
Key Highlights of the Notification
- ๐๏ธ Issuing Authority: Gujarat Panchayat Service Selection Board (GPSSB)
- ๐ Date of Notification: 17 August 2026
- ๐ Location: Gandhinagar, Gujarat
- ๐ Subject: Verification of EWS Certificates for recruitment under Panchayat Service Class-3
- ๐ Official Website: gpssb.gujarat.gov.in
Certificate Verification Process
- โ Candidates belonging to the EWS category must obtain a Valid Eligibility Certificate from the competent authority before appointment.
- ๐ Certificates must be issued in the prescribed format (Annexure-KH in English or Annexure-G in Gujarati).
- ๐ Certificates are valid for three years from the date of issue. Candidates must renew certificates before expiry.
- ๐ Certificates must be submitted through the Sugam Digital Gujarat Portal: digitalgujarat.gov.in.
- ๐ง Candidates are advised to upload their certificates to their Digilocker account for future reference and easy access.
Eligibility Criteria for EWS Reservation
- ๐ฐ Annual family income must be less than โน8,00,000.
- ๐จโ๐ฉโ๐ง Family includes applicant, parents, siblings below 18 years, spouse, and children below 18 years.
- ๐ Income includes salary, agriculture, business, profession, and all other sources.
- ๐ Income considered will be for the financial year prior to the year of application.
Competent Authorities for Issuing Certificates
- District Magistrate / Collector / Additional Collector / Deputy Collector
- Revenue Officers not below the rank of Mamlatdar / Tehsildar
- Taluka Development Officer (TDO)
- District Deputy Director (Developing Caste Welfare) / Social Welfare Officer
Appeal Process
- ๐ If a certificate is denied or wrongly issued, candidates may appeal to higher authorities.
- ๐งพ Appeals must be disposed of within 30 days of receipt.
- ๐ Records of certificates and appeals must be maintained permanently.
Important Instructions
- โ ๏ธ Without a valid EWS certificate, candidates will not be considered for appointment.
- ๐ Certificates issued under schemes other than the prescribed EWS format will not be accepted.
- ๐ซ Expired certificates must be renewed before submission.
- ๐ Candidates must check official GPSSB and Gujarat Government websites for updates.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- Q1: Why is an EWS certificate required?
๐ To ensure authenticity of EWS category claims under the 103rd Constitutional Amendment. - Q2: How can I apply for verification?
๐ Through the Sugam Digital Gujarat Portal. - Q3: Can I upload my certificate to Digilocker?
๐ Yes, candidates are advised to upload certificates to Digilocker for easy access. - Q4: Who issues EWS certificates?
๐ District Magistrates, Collectors, Mamlatdars, Tehsildars, and other designated officers. - Q5: What happens if I fail to obtain a valid certificate?
๐ Your candidature will not be considered for appointment. - Q6: What is the income limit for EWS eligibility?
๐ Annual family income must be less than โน8,00,000. - Q7: Where can I find official updates?
๐ On the GPSSB website: gpssb.gujarat.gov.in.
Final Note
This guideline by the Gujarat Panchayat Service Selection Board (GPSSB) ensures transparency and authenticity in recruitment under the EWS category. Candidates must obtain and submit their eligibility certificates in time to avoid delays or cancellation of their candidature.
๐ Official GPSSB Website: gpssb.gujarat.gov.in
