GSPCB Goa Recruitment 2026 (Advt 01/2026) - Scientific Assistant, Laboratory Attendant & MTS, 8 Posts
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About the Recruitment
The Goa State Pollution Control Board (GSPCB), Saligao, has issued Advertisement No. 01/2026 dated 06.11.2026 to fill 8 posts on a regular basis: Scientific Assistant (Microbiology) 1 (UR), Scientific Assistant 1 (UR) - both Group B Non-Gazetted, Pay Level 6; Laboratory Attendant 4 (UR 3, ST 1; one post reserved for a locomotor-disabled PwD candidate) and Multi-Tasking Staff 2 (UR 1, OBC 1; one post reserved for Ex-Servicemen) - both Group C, Pay Level 1. Scientific Assistant (Microbiology) needs a Master's in Microbiology/Marine Microbiology and Scientific Assistant a Master's in Chemistry or any branch of Environmental Sciences. Laboratory Attendant needs a Class 10 pass; MTS needs a Class 10 pass or an ITI/equivalent trade course. For all posts, knowledge of Konkani and a 15-year Goa residence certificate are essential (Marathi desirable). As per a Department of Personnel notification of 20.11.2025, Laboratory Attendant and MTS applicants also need at least one year of work experience (PwBD candidates on PwBD-reserved posts are exempt as per the order of 08.09.2026). Upper age limit is 45 years. Selection is by a 75-mark, 90-minute OMR written test with a compulsory Konkani section (minimum 4/10). Apply online on cbes.goa.gov.in by 30.11.2026; the Laboratory Attendant link opens on 14.11.2026 after a technical issue (notice dated 12.11.2026). The exam date will be announced on goaspcb.gov.in and in local newspapers. This is an independent summary and not an official government website; please read the official notice before applying.
Important dates
Advertisement date
6 Nov 2026
Online application starts (SA, SA-Microbiology, MTS)
11 Nov 2026
Online application starts (Laboratory Attendant)
14 Nov 2026
Last date for online application
30 Nov 2026
Eligibility & age limit
Scientific Assistant (Microbiology): Master's degree in Microbiology/Marine Microbiology. Scientific Assistant: Master's degree in Chemistry/any branch of Environmental Sciences. Laboratory Attendant: SSC (Class 10) pass. MTS: SSC pass or ITI/equivalent trade course. All posts: knowledge of Konkani and a 15-year residence certificate of Goa (Marathi desirable). Laboratory Attendant and MTS: at least one year of work experience (exempt for PwBD candidates on PwBD-reserved posts). Age not more than 45 years (cut-off date not printed in the advertisement); relaxation as per rules.
| Category | Age relaxation | Note |
|---|---|---|
| SC / ST | 5 years | As stated in the notification |
| OBC | 3 years | As stated in the notification |
| PwD | 10 years | PwD of SC/ST 15 years, PwD of OBC 13 years; overall maximum 56 years |
| Government servants | 5 years | As stated in the notification |
| Ex-Servicemen | As per notification | As per rules in force, subject to maximum 56 years |
Relaxations are not automatically cumulative. Post-specific and special-category rules may apply.
Vacancy breakdown
| Post | Category | Vacancies |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Assistant (Microbiology) - Group B | UR | 1 |
| Scientific Assistant - Group B | UR | 1 |
| Laboratory Attendant - Group C | UR | 3 |
| Laboratory Attendant - Group C | ST | 1 |
| Multi-Tasking Staff - Group C | UR | 1 |
| Multi-Tasking Staff - Group C | OBC | 1 |
Application fee
| Category | Gender | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| All | All | See official notice |
Fee exemptions and payment charges must be verified from the original notice.
Selection process
Written examination (OMR, objective MCQ): 75 marks in 90 minutes - 30 marks post-specific subject, 35 marks General Knowledge/Reasoning/Maths with basic computer awareness, 10 marks Konkani
Konkani test is compulsory: at least 4 out of 10 marks needed; only those who clear it are evaluated further
Minimum passing marks: UR and Ex-Servicemen 45%, OBC 40%, ST/PwD 35%
Merit purely on written-exam marks (no marks for qualifications); tie broken by date of birth, then higher qualification
Document verification; waiting list valid for one year
How to apply
- Go to https://cbes.goa.gov.in and register with a valid email ID and mobile number
- Fill a separate online application with the declaration for each post you want (Laboratory Attendant link opens on 14.11.2026)
- Keep documents ready: qualification, 15-year Goa residence certificate, Employment Exchange registration, caste/disability certificate, NOC if in government service
- Submit before 30.11.2026; no other mode of application is accepted
Official notification
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Questions, answered.
What is the last date for GSPCB Recruitment 2026?
Online applications on cbes.goa.gov.in close on 30.11.2026. For Laboratory Attendant the portal opens on 14.11.2026; for the other three posts it opened on 11.11.2026.
Who can apply for GSPCB Laboratory Attendant and MTS?
Class 10 (SSC) pass candidates (MTS also accepts an ITI course) with knowledge of Konkani, a 15-year Goa residence certificate and at least one year of work experience (PwBD candidates on PwBD-reserved posts are exempt from experience). Upper age limit is 45 years.
Is there an application fee?
The advertisement does not mention any application fee. Check the cbes.goa.gov.in portal while applying.