GPSSB Health Recruitment 2026: The Gujarat Panchayat Service Selection Board (GPSSB) has officially released a massive recruitment notification for various Class-III (Group-3) health-related posts, including Laboratory Technician, MPHW (Male), Junior Pharmacist, and Female Health Worker. Under Advertisement Nos. 04/2026-27 to 08/2026-27, a total of 2640 permanent vacancies are being filled across various District Panchayats in Gujarat.
The online application process began on April 29, 2026, and eligible candidates can submit their forms through the OJAS portal until May 20, 2026.
GPSSB Health Recruitment 2026 Overview
| Particulars | Details |
| Organization | Gujarat Panchayat Service Selection Board (GPSSB) |
| Post Names | Lab Tech, MPHW, Jr Pharmacist, Health Worker |
| Advt. No. | 04/2026-27 To 08/2026-27 |
| Total Vacancies | 2640 Posts |
| Job Nature | Permanent (Panchayat Service) |
| Job Location | Gujarat (Various Districts) |
| Application Mode | ojas.gujarat.gov.in |
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
| Notification Release Date | 29 April 2026 |
| Online Application Starts | 29 April 2026 (01:00 PM) |
| Last Date to Apply Online | 20 May 2026 (11:59 PM) |
| Last Date for Fee Payment | 20 May 2026 |
| Correction Window | 21 May – 25 May 2026 |
| Exam Date | To be notified (OMR / CBRT Mode) |
Also Read:- Gujarat Income Tax MTS, TA Online Form 2026
Application Fee Details
| Category | Application Fee |
| General Category | ₹100/- + Service Charges |
| SC / ST / SEBC / EWS (Gujarat) | ₹0/- (Exempted) |
| All Category Female | ₹0/- (Exempted) |
| Ex-Servicemen / PwD | ₹0/- (Exempted) |
| Payment Mode | Online (SBI e-Pay) |
Age Limit (as on 20.05.2026)
- Minimum Age: 18 Years.
- Maximum Age: 36 Years (May vary slightly by post; 35 years for Jr Pharmacist).
- Age Relaxation: As per the Gujarat Government rules for reserved categories, women, and Ex-SM.
Vacancy & Post-wise Qualification
| Post Name (Advt. No.) | Vacancy | 12th Science + Multi-Purpose Health Worker (Male) Training Certificate. |
| Laboratory Technician (04/2026-27) | 108 | Bachelor’s Degree in Chemistry/Microbiology/MLT + Lab Training/Diploma. |
| MPHW (Male) (05/2026-27) | 420 | Bachelor’s Degree (B.Pharm/Pharm.D) or D.Pharm + Reg. with the Pharmacy Council. |
| Junior Pharmacist (07/2026-27) | 164 | Bachelor’s Degree (B.Pharm/Pharm.D) or D.Pharm + Reg. with Pharmacy Council. |
| Female Health Worker (08/2026-27) | 1948 | 12th Science + Female Health Worker (FHW) Training Certificate. |
| Total | 2640 | Knowledge of Gujarati and/or Hindi is mandatory. |
Selection Process
The Board will select candidates based on their merit in the competitive evaluation process:
- Written Examination: Objective MCQ-type test conducted either via OMR or Computer-Based Recruitment Test (CBRT).
- Document Verification: Shortlisted candidates must present original academic and training certificates.
- Medical Examination: Final clearance for duty in the respective health departments.
How to Apply for GPSSB Health Posts 2026?
- Visit the official OJAS Gujarat portal: ojas.gujarat.gov.in.
- One-Time Registration (OTPR): If you are a new user, complete the OTPR to get a registration number.
- Find Advertisement: Go to “Online Application” -> “Apply” and select the GPSSB department.
- Fill Application: Select the specific post (MPHW, FHW, etc.) and fill in personal and qualification details.
- Upload Photo/Sign: Upload scanned photo and signature (max 15 KB each in JPG format).
- Fee Payment: Pay the ₹100 fee online (General category only).
- Final Submit: Confirm and print your application form and confirmation number for the exam.
Important Related Links
| Title | Dates | Link |
|---|---|---|
| Online Application Link | 29/04/2026 | Apply Now |
| Download Notifications | 29/04/2026 | Download |
| GPSSB Official Website | 29/04/2026 | Visit Now |
FAQs:- Gujarat Junior Pharmacist Recruitment 2026
Ans: The last date to submit the online application is May 20, 2026 (11:59 PM).
Ans: No. All female candidates (regardless of category) are exempt from paying the application fee.
Ans: No. The Lab Technician post requires a Bachelor’s Degree in Chemistry, Microbiology, or MLT, along with professional training/diploma.
Ans: There are 1948 vacancies for the post of Female Health Worker, which is the highest in this recruitment drive.
Ans: Yes, as per the Gujarat government rules, basic computer proficiency is essential for all Class-III posts.
Also Read:- Gujarat Govt Jobs 2026