📢 The Gujarat Panchayat Service Selection Board (GPSSB) has issued an important notification regarding Advertisement No. 17/2025-26 for Word Assistant (Class-3). Candidates who no longer wish to continue in this recruitment process are given the option to voluntarily withdraw their candidature (OPT-OUT) through the official OJAS portal.

Purpose of the Notification

This opt-out facility is designed for candidates who were included in the provisional merit list cum document verification list but now do not wish to proceed further in the recruitment process. By submitting a self-declaration, such candidates can officially withdraw their candidature, allowing other eligible candidates to be considered.

Key Dates and Portal Access

  • 🗓️ Opt-Out Window: 07 September 2026 (14:00 hrs) to 14 September 2026 (23:45 hrs).
  • 🌐 Portal: ojas.gujarat.gov.in.
  • 📄 Candidates must submit a self-declaration form in PDF format, duly signed and identical to the signature used in the application.
  • 📲 OTP verification will be required on the registered mobile number for final confirmation.

Step-by-Step Opt-Out Process

  1. Login to the OJAS portal and select Withdraw Candidature (OPT-OUT).
  2. Fill in details such as advertisement number, confirmation number, and date of birth.
  3. Download and print the self-declaration form, fill it in your own handwriting, and sign it.
  4. Scan and upload the signed declaration in PDF format.
  5. Verify submission using OTP sent to your registered mobile number.

Important Notes

✔️ Opt-out requests submitted through any medium other than the OJAS portal will not be accepted.
✔️ Once a candidate opts out, they cannot claim rights to participate in this recruitment process again.
✔️ The declaration must be clear, legible, and properly signed to be valid.

Final Words

This opt-out facility ensures transparency and fairness in the recruitment process by allowing candidates to voluntarily withdraw if they no longer wish to pursue the Word Assistant post. Eligible candidates should carefully follow the instructions and complete the process within the given timeline.

🔗 Official Portal: ojas.gujarat.gov.in