Gujarat Public Service Commission

How can a person apply for the selection to a post?

One can apply for the selection to a particular post when the advertisement is published by the Commission in the Gujarat Rojgar Samachar and News papers. The applicant’s candidature in the said selection is valid only if he/she satisfies all the eligibility criteria specified in the advertisement as well as the modalities for applying for the said advertisement. The application forms designed and printed by the Commission are available at the office of the Commission and on website.
When does the Commission publish advertisement?

The Commission publishes the advertisement to a post after receipt of the requisition from the respective Department of Secretariat.
What are the conditions to be satisfied by a person for applying to a selection to a post?

A person applying for a selection shall satisfy all the eligibility criteria given in the advertisement.
What is the age limit prescribed for the selection to posts conducted by the Commission?

The age limits (upper & lower) for a particular post are given in detail in the advertisement for that post. Normally, five years relaxation is given to Candidates belonging to SC/ST/SEBC, subject to provision of the concerned advertisement.
Which is the date based on which the age of an applicant is calculated?

The age of an applicant is calculated in respect of the last date of the receipt of application form mentioned in the concerned advertisement.
If an applicant acquired the Qualifications i.e. Educational Qualification, Experience etc. prescribed subsequent to the last date of receipt of application for the selection concerned, will his application be admitted for the said selection?

No, the applicant shall acquire all the prescribed educational qualification, experience etc. for the post before the last date of the receipt of the application form of the concerned advertisement.
How are the vacancies filled up between SC & ST Candidates in respect of Special Recruitment for SC & ST?

No interchangeability is permissible.

Give the details of percentage of Reservation given to the Socially & Educationally Backward Class (SEBC), Scheduled Caste (SC) and Scheduled Tribe (ST) candidates?

Reservation Group	Percentage of Reservation
Socially & Educationally Backward Class (SEBC)	27
Scheduled Caste (SC)	07
Scheduled Tribe (ST)	15

How are the Ranks of candidates in a selection assigned while preparing the Merit List concerned?

The Ranks are assigned based on the descending order of total marks secured in the Written Test and interview by each candidate. If more than one candidate secures equal mark, then respective Rank position of such candidates are assigned in the descending order of their age.
The Reserved Category Candidates will be advised for appointment against Reservation post alone. Is it true?

No. Candidates of reserved categories are also recommended for General category post, if he/she satisfies all the criteria applicable to the candidate of General category.
Will the Commission accept a Non Creamy Layer Certificate issued prior to a period of 3 months?

The Commission accept the Non-Creamy Layer Certificate (NCLC) issued in the preceding financial year of concerned advertisement.
Will the Commission accept a Non-Creamy Layer Certificate issued in relation to jobs under Central Government?

No. The candidate should submit Non-Creamy Layer Certificate (NCLC) to the Commission in the form prescribed by the Social Justice and Empowerment Department.
When does the Commission accept equivalent qualifications in selections?

If there is no provision in advertisement to accept the equivalent qualification other than those prescribed in the Rule, the same cannot be accepted. Qualification can be accepted as equivalent only after it is declared by executive orders.