GSSSB Food Safety Officer (Class-3) Recruitment 2026 - Advt 465/202627, 84 Posts
GSSSB has invited online applications on OJAS for 84 posts of Food Safety Officer, Class-3, in the office of the Commissioner, Food and Drugs Control Administration (Health & Family Welfare Department), Gujarat. Pay is a fixed Rs 40,800 per month for the first five years, then regular pay Level-5 (Rs 29,200-92,300) on satisfactory service. PwD-reserved posts are advertised separately under Advt 466/202627.
Important dates
Online application opens
27 Oct 2026 · 06:00 pm IST
Last date to apply
10 Nov 2026 · 11:59 pm IST
Eligibility & age limit
Master's degree in Chemistry, or a degree in Food Technology, Dairy Technology, Biotechnology, Oil Technology, Agriculture Science, Veterinary Science, Bio-Chemistry, Microbiology or Medicine (equivalent disciplines as listed in the advertisement are accepted). Basic computer knowledge and adequate knowledge of Gujarati/Hindi. Age 18-37 years as on 10.11.2026. Upper age relaxation as per Gujarat rules (overall maximum 45 years; ex-servicemen get service period + 3 years).
| Category | Age relaxation | Note |
|---|---|---|
| General women | 5 years | As stated in the notification |
| Reserved category men | 5 years | As stated in the notification |
| Reserved category women | 10 years | As stated in the notification |
| General PwD men | 10 years | As stated in the notification |
| General PwD women | 15 years | As stated in the notification |
| Reserved PwD men | 15 years | As stated in the notification |
| Reserved PwD women | 20 years | As stated in the notification |
Relaxations are not automatically cumulative. Post-specific and special-category rules may apply.
Vacancy breakdown
| Post | Category | Vacancies |
|---|---|---|
| Food Safety Officer (Class-3) | UR | 40 |
| Food Safety Officer (Class-3) | EWS | 8 |
| Food Safety Officer (Class-3) | SEBC | 19 |
| Food Safety Officer (Class-3) | SC | 7 |
| Food Safety Officer (Class-3) | ST | 10 |
Application fee
| Category | Gender | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Unreserved (General) | All | ₹500 |
| Reserved / All Women / PwD / Ex-Servicemen | All | ₹400 |
Fee exemptions and payment charges must be verified from the original notice.
Selection process
Single-stage objective (MCQ) CBRT/OMR exam - Part A (90 marks) + Part B (120 marks), 3 hours
1/4 negative marking
Document verification
How to apply
- Apply online on ojas.gujarat.gov.in
- Confirm the application and pay the fee online
- Fee payment last date: 13.11.2026 (23:59)
Official notification
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