GSSSB Multi Purpose Health Worker Recruitment 2026

Gujarat Subordinate Service Selection Board (GSSSB) has confirmed 100 permanent posts under Advertisement No. 441/202627 for Multi Purpose Health Worker (Male), Class-3, under the Health and Family Welfare Department. The post is open only to male candidates aged 18-33 years holding a recognised one-year certificate or diploma in Multi Purpose Health Worker or Sanitary Inspector courses. One detail many applicants miss is that this post carries no reservation for women at all, since the cadre itself is designated male-only under a 2014 government notification.

Based on official notification by Gujarat Subordinate Service Selection Board. Verified: July 2026.

Quick Eligibility Check

Candidates without a computer knowledge certificate may still apply but must produce proof of a basic computer test before final appointment.

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Important Dates

Since fee payment closes three days after the application window on the OJAS portal, applying early prevents payment-gateway congestion in the final hours.

Vacancy and Category Analysis

Out of 100 total vacancies, Unreserved (UR) candidates get the largest share with 58 seats, followed by SEBC with 22 seats, while EWS gets 10, ST gets 6, and SC gets 4 seats. No vacancies are reserved for women in this post since the cadre is designated male-only, and PwBD vacancies for this cadre are being filled separately under a distinct advertisement (No. 275/2024-25), so none appear in this vacancy table. Expected competition level is HIGH based on similar GSSSB Class-3 health cadre recruitments in 2024-25, since a single-stage 210-question MCQ test for 100 posts typically draws applicants from across the state. SC and ST candidates face comparatively lower competition per seat given the smaller reserved pool, while UR candidates compete across the largest share of 58 seats.

Salary and Fixed Pay Structure

Compared to a directly regularised Class-3 post starting on the regular pay scale from day one, this fixed-pay structure offers a lower initial take-home for the first five years, since the ₹26,000 fixed amount does not include the full allowance basket available under the regular scale. All candidates are posted within Gujarat, so no city-wise HRA variation applies to this particular recruitment. Beyond pay, selected candidates are covered under applicable government service rules and become eligible for regular pay-scale benefits after the five-year fixed-pay period.

Application Fee

Fee is refunded only to candidates who actually appear for the exam – a detail many applicants overlook when they skip the test after paying. Applications with unpaid fees are rejected automatically without separate notice, so keep the payment receipt safe after paying.

Age Limit

The cut-off date for age calculation is 31.07.2026, so a General category candidate must be born between 01.08.1993 and 31.07.2008 to fall within the 18-33 year band. Reserved category men get 5 years relaxation (max age 38), while disabled candidates from reserved categories get up to 15 years combined relaxation (max age 45).

Eligibility Criteria

Candidates need a one-year Multi Purpose Health Worker certificate/diploma, or equivalent Sanitary Inspector diploma/certificate from a recognised institution, along with basic computer knowledge and working knowledge of Gujarati or Hindi. Whether final year students are eligible is not mentioned in the official notification; candidates advised to check official notice. The notification does not specify if foreign equivalent qualifications are accepted beyond standard UGC equivalence certification.

Selection Process

Computer Based Response Test (CBRT/OMR)

Selection is entirely through a single-stage objective MCQ test conducted in CBRT/OMR mode, split into Part-A (90 marks) and Part-B (120 marks), for a combined 210 questions in 180 minutes. Both parts carry independent minimum qualifying standards of 40% each. Since Part-B alone carries 120 of 210 marks on technical health-worker subjects, focus most of your preparation time there.

Your first 7 days after applying:

1. Save your application and confirmation numbers before the portal closes on 31.07.2026.
2. Pay the exam fee online by 03.08.2026 and keep the payment receipt safe.
3. Organise your qualification certificate, category certificate and computer knowledge proof for later verification.
4. Begin revising Part-B technical subjects first, since they carry 120 of the 210 total marks.
5. Check both Gujarati and English question formats for Part-A, since comprehension sections are language-specific.

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Exam Syllabus

Exam Pattern

Duration: 180 minutes combined for both parts. Negative marking: 0.25 marks deducted per wrong answer.

Syllabus

Reasoning and Data Interpretation

• Coding-decoding, blood relations, direction sense
• Clock and calendar, ranking, series
• Data interpretation from charts, graphs and tables

Quantitative Aptitude

• Number system, LCM-HCF, percentage, profit-loss
• Time-work, time-speed-distance, average
• Mensuration, coordinate geometry, trigonometry

Constitution of India and Current Affairs

• Preamble, fundamental rights, duties, directive principles
• Union and state legislature, executive, judiciary
• National and international current events

Comprehension (Gujarati and English)

• Passage-based comprehension and inference questions

Technical Subject (Part B)

• Mental health – definition, characteristics, causes, ailments
• Communication, counselling and health education (IEC, BCC, SBCC)
• Oral health and personal hygiene
• Health committees (Bhore, Mudaliar, Chaddah, Kartar Singh, Shrivastav) and government health schemes
• Common diseases, treatment, birth-death registration act
• Health promotion, holistic approach and yoga

How to Apply

1. Visit the OJAS portal (ojas.gujarat.gov.in) from 17.07.2026, 14:00 onward.
2. Select Online Application, click Apply, and choose GSSSB.
3. Select Advertisement No. 441/202627 for Multi Purpose Health Worker (Male).
4. Fill in Personal Details, then Educational Details.
5. Accept the declaration/assurance and save to generate your Application Number.
6. Upload photograph (5cm x 3.6cm) and signature (2.5cm x 7.5cm) in JPG format under 15 KB.
7. Click Confirm Application and note your Confirmation Number.
8. Pay the applicable exam fee online by 03.08.2026 and save the receipt.

FAQ

What is the approximate in-hand salary after deductions?

Not mentioned in official notification beyond a confirmed fixed pay of ₹26,000 per month for the first five years. Under 7th Pay Commission norms, candidates move to the regular Level-2 scale of ₹19,900-₹63,200 after five years of satisfactory service. Candidates advised to check official notice for exact in-hand computation.

What is the last date to apply and how can I apply?

As per the notification, online applications close on 31.07.2026 at 23:59 after opening on 17.07.2026 at 14:00. Applications are accepted only through the OJAS portal; the exam fee must be paid separately by 03.08.2026. Complete both steps well before their respective deadlines to avoid rejection.

How many total vacancies are available for this post?

According to the notification, 100 vacancies are available for Multi Purpose Health Worker (Male), Class-3, split as UR-58, SEBC-22, EWS-10, ST-6 and SC-4. PwBD vacancies for this cadre are being filled under a separate advertisement. Check the official category breakup before applying.

What is the minimum educational qualification required?

Candidates need a one-year Multi Purpose Health Worker certificate/diploma or an equivalent Sanitary Inspector diploma/certificate from a recognised institution. Based on the notification, basic computer knowledge and Gujarati/Hindi language knowledge are also required. Confirm your qualification matches one of the listed equivalents before applying.

What is the age limit and relaxation for reserved categories?

Under the notification, the age limit is 18-33 years as on 31.07.2026 for general category candidates. Reserved category men (SEBC/SC/ST/EWS) get 5 years relaxation, while disabled candidates get 10-15 years depending on category. Ex-servicemen get 3 years relaxation after deducting their military service period.

Can women apply for this post?

Based on the notification, women cannot apply since Multi Purpose Health Worker (Male), Class-3 is designated exclusively for male candidates under a 2014 government notification. No vacancies are reserved for women in this recruitment. Female candidates should look for equivalent health-cadre posts open to women.

Is there negative marking, and what is the exam pattern?

As per the notification, 210 MCQs across Part-A (90 marks) and Part-B (120 marks) are asked in 180 minutes combined, with 0.25 marks deducted for each wrong answer. Both parts carry an independent 40% qualifying standard. Attempt only questions you are reasonably confident about to avoid negative marking losses.

Are sports quota bonus marks available for this recruitment?

According to the notification, candidates who represented at national/international, inter-university, or All India School level in specified sports get a 5% bonus added to their exam marks or normalized marks. Only participation certificates in the prescribed government format are accepted. This benefit applies only to candidates who declare it in the application form.