GSSSB Junior Geologist Recruitment 2026: Registration Underway For 43 Posts At ojas.gujarat.gov.in; Salary Up To Rs 1.26 Lakh
The Gujarat Subordinate Service Selection Board (GSSSB) has opened online applications for the post of Laghu Bhustarshashtri (Junior Geologist). A total of 43 vacancies are available, and the application window runs from March 6, 2026 to March 20, 2026 on the OJAS portal (ojas.gujarat.gov.in). Interested and eligible candidates should apply within the deadline and retain all acknowledgements for future reference.
GSSSB Junior Geologist Recruitment 2026: Important dates
- Application start date: March 6, 2026
- Last date to submit online application: March 20, 2026
- Last date/time to pay exam fee online: March 23, 2026, 23:59
- Admit card and exam schedule: To be announced on the portal
GSSSB Junior Geologist Recruitment 2026: Vacancy details
Total posts: 43 (Laghu Bhustarshashtri/Junior Geologist). Candidates should check the official advertisement for any category-wise distribution and reservation rules.
GSSSB Junior Geologist Recruitment 2026: Eligibility criteria
- Educational qualification: Master’s degree in Geology or Applied Geology, or a Bachelor’s degree in Geotechnical Engineering.
- Computer knowledge: Basic computer proficiency is required.
- Language proficiency: Adequate knowledge of Gujarati, Hindi, or both.
- Age limit: 18 to 37 years. Age relaxations, if any, will be as per government norms—refer to the official notification.
GSSSB Junior Geologist Recruitment 2026: Salary
As per the recruitment notice, the pay for the Junior Geologist post is up to Rs 1.26 lakh. Candidates should refer to the official advertisement for the exact pay matrix level, grade pay, and applicable allowances.
GSSSB Junior Geologist Recruitment 2026: Application fees
Category-wise examination fees apply. Candidates must download the fee receipt and complete the online payment by March 23, 2026, 23:59. Check the official advertisement for fee amounts, exemptions, and payment modes.
GSSSB Junior Geologist Recruitment 2026: Steps to apply
- Visit the OJAS Gujarat portal: ojas.gujarat.gov.in.
- Open the Junior Geologist (Laghu Bhustarshashtri) advertisement, read the notification, and proceed to apply.
- Register on the portal (if new) or log in with your credentials.
- Select “Apply Now” and fill in your personal details (fields marked with an asterisk (*) are mandatory).
- Enter your educational qualifications exactly as per your official documents.
- After accepting the Assurance/Declaration, click Save to generate your Application Number.
- Upload your signature (2.5 cm x 7.5 cm, JPG, max 15KB) and a recent passport-size photo (5 cm x 3.6 cm, JPG, max 15KB). The photograph must not be older than one year from the application deadline.
- Click “Confirm Application” to finalize. Note: No edits are allowed after confirmation.
- Note down or save your Confirmation Number for future use.
- Download the fee receipt and pay the examination fee online by March 23, 2026, 23:59.
- Go to the “Print Application” section to download and keep a copy of the submitted form.
Direct link to apply
Apply for GSSSB Junior Geologist on the OJAS Gujarat portal
Important notes
- Ensure all entries match your official documents; discrepancies may lead to disqualification.
- Keep scanned copies of your photo and signature in the specified size, format (JPG), and file size limits before starting.
- Retain the Application Number, Confirmation Number, and payment proof until the recruitment process concludes.
- For detailed reservation rules, syllabus, selection process, and document verification requirements, refer to the official advertisement on the portal.
