Gujarat Gaun Seva Pasandgi Mandal (GSSSB)
Pharmacist / Compounder (Ayurveda), Class-III Recruitment 2025-26
Short Information
The Gujarat Gaun Seva Pasandgi Mandal (GSSSB), Gandhinagar has released an official notification (Advt No: 407/202526) for the recruitment of 184 Pharmacists / Compounders (Ayurveda), Class-III under the Directorate of AYUSH, Health and Family Welfare Department. Candidates with a degree or diploma in Pharmacy (Ayurveda) are eligible to apply online between May 15 and May 29, 2025.
Important Dates
| Event Description | Date & Time |
|---|---|
| Official Notification Release | May 2025 |
| Starting Date to Apply Online | 15/05/2025 (02:00 PM) |
| Closing Date to Apply Online | 29/05/2025 (11:59 PM) |
| Last Date for Online Fee Payment | 01/06/2025 |
| Examination Date | To be announced (CBRT/OMR Mode) |
Vacancy Details & Categorization
| Post Name | Category | General (Male) | EWS | SEBC | SC | ST | Total Posts |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pharmacist / Compounder (Ayurveda) | General Open | 88 | 18 | 41 | 05 | 32 | 184 |
| Female Reservation | 29 | 05 | 14 | 02 | 11 | ||
| Ex-Servicemen Reservation | 18 Posts | ||||||
Pay Scale & Remuneration
| Service Period | Monthly Fixed Pay / Salary |
|---|---|
| First 5 Years (Fixed Pay) | Rs. 40,800/- Per Month |
| After Regularization | Pay Level-5 (Rs. 29,200 – 92,300) |
Eligibility Criteria
Educational Qualification:
- Option 1: Candidate must possess a Bachelor’s degree in Pharmacy (Ayurveda) obtained from any recognized University.
- Option 2: Candidate must possess a Diploma in Pharmacy (Ayurveda) AND have approximately 2 years of experience as a pharmacist or compounder in Government, Local Body, or Govt Undertaking.
- Basic knowledge of Computer Applications is mandatory.
- Proficiency in Gujarati or Hindi (or both) is required.
Age Limit (As on 29/05/2025):
- Minimum Age: 18 Years
- Maximum Age: 35 Years
- Relaxations: Female (General): 5 years | Reserved Categories: 5 years | Divyang (Male): 10 years | Divyang (Female): 15 years. (Max age not to exceed 45 years).
Application Fees
| Category | Fee Amount | Remarks |
|---|---|---|
| General (Unreserved) Category | Rs. 500/- | Fees are REFUNDABLE to candidates who actually appear for the examination. |
| Reserved (SC/ST/SEBC/EWS/Female/PH/Ex-SM) | Rs. 400/- |
Examination Pattern (Objective Type)
| Part | Subject Description | Questions | Marks |
|---|---|---|---|
| Part-A | Reasoning & Data Interpretation | 30 | 30 |
| Quantitative Aptitude (Maths) | 30 | 30 | |
| Constitution, Current Affairs, Gujarati & English Comprehension | 30 | 30 | |
| Part-B | Technical Qualification (Ayurveda Pharmacy) | 120 | 120 |
| Total | 210 | 210 | |
* Negative Marking: 0.25 (1/4) marks for every wrong answer. Total Duration: 3 Hours (180 Minutes).
How to Apply
- Visit the official OJAS Gujarat portal: https://ojas.gujarat.gov.in.
- Select “Online Application” -> “Apply” and choose GSSSB department.
- Find Advt No. 407/202526 and click on “Apply Now”.
- Fill in personal, educational, and experience details accurately.
- Upload scanned photograph (5cm x 3.6cm) and signature (2.5cm x 7.5cm) in JPG format (max 15kb).
- Submit the application and note down the Application Number.
- Confirm the application to generate the Confirmation Number. No changes are allowed after confirmation.
- Pay the application fee online via Debit/Credit Card or Net Banking.
Important Links
| Resource Name | Link Action |
|---|---|
| Apply Online (OJAS Portal) | Click Here to Apply |
| Download Official Notification (PDF) | Download PDF |
| GSSSB Official Website | Visit Site |
