GPSC Calendar 2026
The GPSC Calendar 2026 is the official annual recruitment schedule published by the Gujarat Public Service Commission (GPSC). It provides the tentative timeline for upcoming Class 1, Class 2, and selected Class 3 recruitments, including advertisement dates, preliminary examinations, main examinations, and interview schedules.
For candidates preparing for prestigious Gujarat Government jobs such as Deputy Collector, Deputy Superintendent of Police (DySP), Nayab Mamlatdar, State Tax Inspector (STI), Assistant Engineer (AE), Section Officer (SO), and other GPSC recruitments, this calendar acts as a yearly roadmap for planning preparation.
The GPSC Calendar 2026 outlines the tentative schedule for upcoming recruitments, including advertisement release dates, preliminary exams, and main examinations for various government posts in Gujarat. Candidates preparing for GPSC exams should be aware that the calendar is subject to change based on government department requisitions and other factors. It’s essential to stay updated with the official GPSC website for any changes to the recruitment timeline. As the calendar includes critical dates for preliminary tests, interviews, and final selection criteria, it serves as an invaluable resource for all prospective candidates aiming for government jobs in Gujarat.
| Sr. No. | Recruitment / Post | Vacancies | Advertisement | Preliminary Exam | Subject Exam | Main / Interview |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Gujarat Administrative Service, Gujarat Civil Service & Municipal Chief Officer Service (Class 1 & 2) | 100 | April 2026 | 7 Jun 2026 | — | 5–11 Oct 2026 |
| 2 | Accounts Officer (Class 1) | 6 | April 2026 | 7 Jun 2026 | 14 Jun 2026 | 13–16 Dec 2026 |
| 3 | Assistant Conservator of Forest & Range Forest Officer (Class 2) | 26 | April 2026 | 7 Jun 2026 | 14 Jun 2026 | — |
| 4 | Gujarat Engineering Service (Class 1 & 2) | 70 | April 2026 | 10 May 2026 (GS & Aptitude) | 10 May 2026 (Part-2) | 19–22 Jul 2026 |
| 5 | Principal / Nursing Officer (Class 2) | 8 | May 2026 | 26 Jul 2026 | 11 Aug 2026 | Dec 2026 |
| 6 | Nursing Superintendent (Class 2) | 20 | May 2026 | 26 Jul 2026 | 11 Aug 2026 | Jan 2027 |
| 7 | Principal, Nursing Service (Class 1) | 2 | May 2026 | 26 Jul 2026 | 11 Aug 2026 | Dec 2026 |
| 8 | Deputy Director (Industrial Safety & Health) – Class 1 | 3 | Jun 2026 | 26 Jul 2026 | 13 Aug 2026 | Dec 2026 |
| 9 | Junior Architect (Class 2) | 1 | Jun 2026 | 26 Jul 2026 | 14 Aug 2026 | Nov 2026 |
| 10 | Deputy Director of Animal Husbandry (Class 1) | 5 | Jun 2026 | 26 Jul 2026 | 18 Aug 2026 | Dec 2026 |
| 11 | Joint Director of Agriculture (Class 1) | 1 | Jun 2026 | 26 Jul 2026 | 18 Aug 2026 | Nov 2026 |
| 12 | Gujarati Reporter (Class 2) | 4 | Jun 2026 | 8 Jul 2026 | — | 21–24 Oct 2026 |
| 13 | Taluka Primary Education Officer (Class 2) | 43 | Jun 2026 | 26 Jul 2026 | 16 Aug 2026 | Jan 2027 |
| 14 | Superintendent of Excise (Class 2) | 1 | Jun 2026 | 26 Jul 2026 | 18 Aug 2026 | Nov 2026 |
| 15 | Programme Officer / Assistant Director (Women & Child Development) – Class 1 | 3 | Jun 2026 | 26 Jul 2026 | 3 Sep 2026 | Dec 2026 |
| 16 | Veterinary Officer (Forest & Environment Department) – Class 2 | 18 | Jun 2026 | 26 Jul 2026 | — | — |
| 17 | Industrial Safety & Health Officer -(Class 2) | 11 | Jun 2026 | 26 Jul 2026 | 11 Sep 2026 | Dec 2026 |
| 18 | Assistant Director (Boilers) – Class 2 | 7 | Jun 2026 | 26 Jul 2026 | 19 Sep 2026 | Dec 2026 |
How to Use GPSC Calendar Effectively
Candidates should not use the calendar merely to check examination dates.Instead, use it to:
- identify upcoming recruitments
- prepare subject-wise study plans
- estimate advertisement timelines
- schedule revision
- track expected prelim and mains dates
Who Should Use This Calendar?
- GPSC Class 1 and 2 candidates
- Engineering graduates
- Medical graduates
- Agriculture graduates
- Law graduates
- Students planning government careers
Important Instructions
Tentative Schedule:
The dates for the advertisement and the preliminary/main examination mentioned above are tentative. The commission reserves the unquestionable right to change the advertisement or examination months due to:
- Common candidates appearing in multiple exams conducted by various recruitment boards
- GPSC cannot proceed with recruitment until the concerned department finalizes the recruitment rules.
- Or any other reasons
Number of Vacancies:
The number of vacancies indicated (as per column 3 in the above table) is tentative, based on the requisitions received from various departments.
Increase or decrease in vacancies is possible depending on the final requisitions submitted by the government departments.
Advertisement Publication Depends on Requisitions:
The recruitments and advertisements shown in the above calendar are subject to the requisitions received from departments.
- When departments send requisitions early, GPSC publishes advertisements ahead of the planned schedule, allowing candidates to prepare in advance.
- When departments delay requisitions, GPSC may miss scheduled advertisement dates.
No Requisition Received:
If a department fails to send its requisition, the commission will not be able to publish the advertisement as per the calendar. In such cases, the recruitment may be considered canceled for the current calendar period.
Mode of Preliminary Test:
GPSC decides the preliminary test format based on the number of registered candidates. It may conduct the exam in one of the following formats:
- OMR-based test
- Computer-Based Recruitment Test (CBRT)
Final Selection Criteria:
Details regarding the final selection process and other important matters will be mentioned in the detailed advertisement of the respective recruitment.
Recruitment for Differently-Abled Candidates:
GPSC actively prioritizes recruitment for differently-abled candidates. As a result, it may change the advertisement and exam timelines mentioned in the calendar.
How We Keep This GPSC Calendar Updated
Our team regularly monitors official GPSC notifications and updates this page whenever the commission revises the calendar, changes advertisement months, or announces new recruitments.
Frequently Asked Questions related with GPSC Calendar
GPSC has released the 2026 Calendar as a tentative schedule that outlines upcoming advertisement dates, preliminary exams, and main exam timelines.
No, the dates and number of vacancies mentioned in the GPSC Calendar 2026 are tentative and subject to change based on government requisitions. The Commission holds the right to modify the schedule based on departmental requisitions, common exam candidates, or administrative reasons.
The GPSC Calendar is generally updated once a year, but revised schedules may be issued if requisitions are delayed, increased, or withdrawn by government departments.
The mode of the preliminary exam depends on the number of applicants. It can be either:
– OMR-based test, or
– Computer-Based Recruitment Test (CBRT)
This will be clarified in the detailed recruitment advertisement.
The official GPSC Calendar 2026 PDF can be downloaded from the official website of Gujarat Public Service Commission: First, visit this site https://gpsc.gujarat.gov.in and then try to search GPSC Calendar. Adittionally, you can download / print this page as PDF to keep it available offline.
Yes, the number of vacancies mentioned is tentative and may increase or decrease based on the final requisitions received from the respective government departments.
If a government department fails to send its requisition in time, GPSC may not be able to release the recruitment advertisement, and the post may not be filled in that particular calendar year.
Candidates are advised to start their preparation immediately after the release of the calendar, as some advertisements and exams may be scheduled earlier than expected depending on requisition receipt.
The typical selection process includes:
– Preliminary Examination
– Main Examination
– Interview/Document Verification
Detailed criteria will be mentioned in each specific job advertisement.
Yes, GPSC gives priority to the recruitment process for differently-abled (Divyang) candidates and may fast-track timelines for these posts, however, its not always fixed.
Note: This calendar is officially published by GPSC and available at it’s official website.
Editorial Note:
This page is maintained by the RIJADEJA.com editorial team. We verify every update using official GPSC notifications before revising the calendar. Since recruitment schedules are tentative, candidates should also refer to the official GPSC website before making important decisions.
Last Updated: 28 June, 2026
This table is updated whenever GPSC publishes a revised recruitment calendar or issues changes to advertisement or examination schedules.
