Gujarat Surveyor Recruitment 2026 Notification is an exciting new opportunity for candidates to apply for a technical job with the Government of Gujarat's Surveyor Department. Gujarat Subordinate Service Selection Board has published the notification for 78 Surveyor (Class-3) Jobs in Forest Department, Gujarat. Gujarat Subordinate Service Selection Board has released the Application for 78 Surveyor (Class-3) posts in the Gujarat Forest and Environment Department through Notification No: 467/2026-27.
The recruitment is especially targeted for people having a Diploma in Civil Engineering or a recognised ITI Surveyor qualification. The online registration process started from 30 October 2026 and candidates who are interested in the recruitment can apply online till 20 November 2026 on Gujarat OJAS portal.
GSSSB Surveyor Recruitment 2026: Recruitment Snapshot
| Recruitment Details | Information |
| Recruiting Authority | Gujarat Subordinate Service Selection Board |
| Recruiting Department | Forest and Environment Department |
| Designation | Surveyor, Class-3 |
| Advertisement Number | 467/2026-27 |
| Vacancies | 78 |
| Application Commencement | 30 October 2026 |
| Application Closing Date | 20 November 2026 |
| Fee Payment Deadline | 23 November 2026 |
| Minimum Age | 18 Years |
| Qualification | Civil Engineering Diploma / ITI Surveyor |
| Initial Monthly Remuneration | ₹26,000 |
| Regular Pay Scale | ₹25,500–₹81,100 |
| Examination Mode | CBRT / OMR |
| Application Portal | OJAS Gujarat |
Registration Calendar: Important GSSSB Surveyor Dates
- Notification Announcement: 30 October 2026
- Online Registration Opening: 30 October 2026 at 2:00 PM
- Application Submission Closing: 20 November 2026 at 11:59 PM
- Fee Payment Closing: 23 November 2026 at 11:59 PM
- Written Examination: Schedule awaited
- Admit Card Availability: To be announced
Even though fee payment facility will be available for an extra 3 days, candidates need to complete the application confirmation during the registration period.
Understanding the 78 Vacancies Under GSSSB Surveyor Recruitment
There are 78 job positions in total allotted by the board, depending on the type of reservation. The distribution comprises of General, Economically Weaker Section, Scheduled Caste, Scheduled Tribe and SEBC categories.
| Category | Vacancies |
| General (UR) | 35 |
| EWS | 9 |
| SC | 4 |
| ST | 10 |
| SEBC | 20 |
| Total | 78 |
Of these posts, 24 are reserved for women in each of the categories. These roles are included in the advertised number of jobs.
Who Can Apply for GSSSB Surveyor Posts?
One of the important factors to take into consideration is the educational eligibility requirements. The board has designated specific technical requirements, not everyone with an engineering degree will be considered.
Applicants are required to have one of the following:
- Completed Diploma from a reputable technical examination institute, university or institution in the field of Civil Engineering.
- Government recognised equivalent diploma qualification.
- A certificate from a government recognised Industrial Training Institute (ITI) for one year or two years in Surveyor training.
Further, the applicants should possess basic computer knowledge and should know Gujarati/Hindi or both language to some extent.
An important eligibility requirement is that those who have a Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering are not eligible as per the advertised qualification requirements. For this reason, the applicants are advised to check his or her eligibility status before applying for the registration.
Age Requirements and Applicable Relaxations
The minimum age for Surveyor is 18 years. The maximum age varies for different categories and gender of candidates.
- The General category male candidates have the age of 33 years.
- General category female candidates – 38 years.
- Reserved category male candidates: 38 years.
- Reserved category female candidates: 43 years.
- PwD & Ex-Servicemen Candidates: Relaxation as per the recruitment notification.
Candidates should consult the official advertisement for the applicable age calculation date and detailed relaxation conditions.
Physical Fitness Requirements for Surveyor Candidates
The physical measurements and walking test are also part of the physical requirements for GSSSB Surveyor selection procedure, which is a unique feature of the examination when compared to several other technical exams.
The minimum height required for male applicants is 163 cm for candidates who are not ST candidates from Gujarat and 155 cm for those who are ST candidates from Gujarat. Normally chest measurement is 79cm and after chest expansion it is 84cm with minimum weight 50kg.
Female applicants should have height of at least 150 cm and for those of Gujarat origin, it is 145 cm. The minimum weight for the exam is 45 kg.
Requirements for walking test:
- Male candidates must cover 25 kilometres within four hours.
- Female candidates must cover 14 kilometres within four hours.
These should be taken into consideration when determining general eligibility.
GSSSB Surveyor Exam Pattern and Selection Methodology
Competitive exam is one of the crucial stages in recruitment. It will be administered using Computer Based Response Test (CBRT) or Optical Mark Recognition (OMR) mode.
The exam has a total of 210 questions with a 210 marks. Each wrong answer will be penalized by a negative marking of 0.25. Candidates also have to pass the two parts of the exam (Part A and Part B).
The recruitment process also includes the preparation of provisional results, verification and preparation of selection and waiting lists. Applicants are required to meet the specified physical requirements at the time of appointment.
Remuneration Offered Under GSSSB Surveyor Recruitment 2026
The selected candidates will get a fixed salary of ₹26,000 per month for the initial five years.
Candidates may be eligible for regular appointment at Pay Level 4, depending on the government conditions, after the successful completion of the prescribed period of fixed pay.
The basic pay for Surveyor (Class-3) is Rs.25,500 to 81,100.
FAQ
Q1. What is the educational qualification for GSSSB Surveyor Recruitment 2026?
The applicant should have a Diploma in Civil Engineering or a recognized equivalent Diploma or Certificate of completion for a one year or two years Surveyor Course by a government recognized ITI.
Q2. How many marks are deducted for an incorrect answer in the GSSSB Surveyor examination?
There is a negative marking of 0.25 marks for incorrect answers. Candidates need to meet the requirements for both Part A and Part B.
Q3. What is the salary of new GSSSB Surveyor on monthly basis?
The selected candidates will get the initial five years fixed payment of ₹26,000 per month. Regular appointment is then offered in accordance with the pay scale of Level 4 of the pay matrix at ₹25,500 – 81,100 per month with applicable conditions.
