GPSC Various Posts Recruitment 2026 Exam Schedule
Updated: By NaukriZila Editorial
- Total Posts
- 35
Latest Update
- 15 Oct 2026: Gujarat Public Service Commission has announced the updated consolidated examination schedule for various posts under Advt No. 36/2026-27 to 56/2026-27. notice ↗
- 15 Oct 2026: GPSC has announced the updated exam schedule and dates for various Class-1 and Class-2 posts advertised for the year 2026-27. notice ↗
- 15 Oct 2026: GPSC has released an updated combined examination schedule for various Class 1 and Class 2 recruitment advertisements for the year 2026-27. notice ↗
- 15 Oct 2026: GPSC has released the updated integrated examination schedule for various posts advertised under Advertisement Nos. 36/2026-27 to 56/2026-27. notice ↗
- 15 Oct 2026: GPSC has announced the updated exam schedule and dates for recruitment advertisements from 36/2026-27 to 56/2026-27. notice ↗
Gujarat Public Service Commission (GPSC) has released the preliminary examination timetable for 34 Class-1 and Class-2 positions across various departments. The screening tests commence on 31 October 2026 for ICT Officer and continue until 6 February 2027 for technical cadre posts. Candidates can check the post-wise exam dates directly from the official notification.
The Gujarat Public Service Commission has published the detailed preliminary examination schedule under Advertisement Numbers 36/2026-27 to 56/2026-27. Spanning 34 vacancies across maritime, municipal, technical, and agricultural departments, the examinations will be conducted in multiple phases between October 2026 and February 2027.
Important Dates
| Notice Date | 14 Oct 2026 |
|---|---|
| Exam Date (ICT Officer, Class-2 - Concerned Subject) | 31 Oct 2026 |
| Exam Date (Advt 42 to 56 - General Studies) | 13 Dec 2026 |
| Exam Date (Advt 53 to 56 - Concerned Subject) | 07 Jan 2027 |
| Exam Date (Advt 45, 46, 52 - Concerned Subject) | 23 Jan 2027 |
| Exam Date (Advt 42, 43, 48 - Concerned Subject) | 28 Jan 2027 |
| Exam Date (Advt 47, 51 - Concerned Subject) | 03 Feb 2027 |
| Exam Date (Advt 44, 49, 50 - Concerned Subject) | 06 Feb 2027 |
| Exam Schedule Release Date | 14 Oct 2026 |
| Exam Date (Advt 36/2026-27) | 31 Oct 2026 |
| Preliminary Exam Date (Advt 42 to 56/2026-27) | 13 Dec 2026 |
| Main Exam Date (Advt 53 to 56/2026-27) | 07 Jan 2027 |
| Main Exam Date (Advt 45, 46, 52/2026-27) | 23 Jan 2027 |
| Main Exam Date (Advt 42, 43, 48/2026-27) | 28 Jan 2027 |
| Main Exam Date (Advt 47, 51/2026-27) | 03 Feb 2027 |
| Main Exam Date (Advt 44, 49, 50/2026-27) | 06 Feb 2027 |
| Exam Dates | 09-08-2026 to 06-02-2027 |
| Preliminary / Main Exam (Advt 36/2026-27) | 31 Oct 2026 |
| Preliminary Exam (Advt 42 to 56/2026-27) | 13 Dec 2026 |
| Exam Date (Advt 42, 43, 44, 45, 46, 47, 48, 49, 50, 51, 52, 53, 54, 55, 56/2026-27 Prelim) | 13 Dec 2026 |
| Exam Date (Advt 53, 54, 55, 56/2026-27 Main/Conc. Sub.) | 07 Jan 2027 |
| Exam Date (Advt 45, 46, 52/2026-27 Main/Conc. Sub.) | 23 Jan 2027 |
| Exam Date (Advt 42, 43, 48/2026-27 Main/Conc. Sub.) | 28 Jan 2027 |
| Exam Date (Advt 47, 51/2026-27 Main/Conc. Sub.) | 03 Feb 2027 |
| Exam Date (Advt 44, 49, 50/2026-27 Main/Conc. Sub.) | 06 Feb 2027 |
| Preliminary Exam Date (Advt 42 to 56) | 13 Dec 2026 |
| Mains / Stage-2 Exam Dates | 07-01-2027 to 06-02-2027 |
Vacancy Details
| Post | Total | Qualification |
|---|---|---|
| ICT Officer, Class-2 | 9 | — |
| Marine Engineer, Class-1 | 1 | — |
| Engineer Surveyor, Class-1 | 1 | — |
| Port Officer (FGM) / Nautical Officer / Additional Port Officer (FGM), Class-1 (Advt 44) | 1 | — |
| Assistant Port Officer, Class-2 (Advt 45) | 1 | — |
| Traffic Officer, Class-2 | 1 | — |
| Safety Officer, Class-2 | 1 | — |
| Dredging cum Marine Engineer, Class-1 | 1 | — |
| Port Officer (FGM) / Nautical Officer / Additional Port Officer (FGM), Class-1 (Advt 49) | 3 | — |
| Pilot Officer (FGM), Class-1 | 4 | — |
| Naval Architect, Class-1 | 1 | — |
| Assistant Port Officer, Class-2 (Advt 52) | 7 | — |
| Manager Grade-1, Class-2 | 1 | — |
| Assistant Director (FS), Class-2 | 1 | — |
| Junior Architect, Class-2 | 1 | — |
| Joint Director of Horticulture, Class-1 | 1 | — |
Selection Process
- 1Preliminary Examination
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Should You Apply?
Candidates appearing for Advertisement Numbers 42 to 56 should note that their General Studies paper is scheduled together on 13 December 2026, while the concerned technical or specialised papers are distributed from January to February 2027. This provides aspirants a clear advantage: general preparation should be prioritised up to mid-December, after which dedicated focus can shift to discipline-specific subjects such as marine engineering, nautical administration, or architecture depending on the applied post. ICT Officer candidates face the earliest exam date on 31 October 2026, demanding immediate focus on domain-specific revision.
Frequently Asked Questions
When will the GPSC ICT Officer Class-2 exam be held?+
The examination for ICT Officer, Class-2 (Advt. No. 36/2026-27) is scheduled for 31 October 2026.
When is the General Studies paper for GPSC Advt. 42 to 56 scheduled?+
The General Studies screening paper for Advertisement Numbers 42 to 56 will take place on 13 December 2026.
How many total vacancies are announced under this GPSC notification?+
A total of 34 vacancies across various Class-1 and Class-2 cadres are covered under this notification.
What is the selection process for these posts?+
The selection process outlined in the schedule begins with a Preliminary Examination.
Questions & Answers
Information is taken from the official notification. Always verify on the official website before applying.