GSSSB Sanitary Inspector 2026: 173 Vacancies for Municipal Sanitary Inspector & Sub Inspector Posts
Gujarat Gauna Seva Pasandagi Mandal (GSSSB) has released a revised notification for Municipal Sanitary Inspector and Sanitary Sub Inspector, Class-3 posts under Advertisement No. 349/202526. Following a corrigendum, the total vacancies have been increased from 75 to 173, and the online application window has been reopened for a short period.
Short Information
Gujarat Gauna Seva Pasandagi Mandal (GSSSB) is conducting recruitment for 173 Class-3 posts including Municipal Sanitary Inspector and Sanitary Sub Inspector. The revised online application window is open from 20 July 2026 to 26 July 2026. Candidates must apply through the OJAS portal before the deadline.
Application Fee
| Category | Fee (₹) | Payment Modes |
|---|---|---|
| General / OBC / EWS | 500 | Debit Card, Internet Banking, UPI, Wallet |
| SC / ST / PwBD / Women / Ex-Servicemen / SEBC | 400 | Debit Card, Internet Banking, UPI, Wallet |
Note: Fee is refundable to candidates who appear for the examination. Transaction charges apply additionally. Last date for fee payment is 29 July 2026 (11:59 PM).
Eligibility Criteria & Vacancies
| Post Name | Department | Vacancies | Age Limit (as on 15/09/2025) | Educational Qualification | Pay Scale |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Municipal Sanitary Inspector, Class-3 | Urban Development & Urban Housing Dept. | 145 | 18–33 years | HSC + Sanitary Inspector Diploma / ITI Health Sanitary Inspector Certificate + Basic Computer Knowledge + Gujarati/Hindi knowledge | ₹26,000/month (fixed for first 5 years) |
| Sanitary Sub Inspector, Class-3 | Gandhinagar Municipal Corporation | 28 | 18–33 years | HSC + Sanitary Inspector Diploma / ITI Health Sanitary Inspector Certificate + Basic Computer Knowledge + Gujarati/Hindi knowledge | ₹26,000/month (fixed for first 5 years) |
Total Vacancies: 173
Age Relaxation Details
| Category | Relaxation | Maximum Age Limit |
|---|---|---|
| General Category Women | 5 years | — |
| Reserved Category Men | 5 years | — |
| Reserved Category Women | 10 years (5+5) | 45 years |
| General Disabled (Male) | 10 years | 45 years |
| General Disabled (Female) | 15 years (10+5) | 45 years |
| Reserved Disabled (Male) | 15 years (5+10) | 45 years |
| Reserved Disabled (Female) | 20 years (5+10+5) | 45 years |
| Ex-Servicemen | Service period + 3 years | — |
Reserved category benefits applicable only to original residents of Gujarat. Candidates without computer certificate may apply but must submit proof before appointment.
Selection Process & Exam Pattern
Selection Process
- Single-stage CBRT/OMR MCQ Examination (Part A + Part B)
- Document Verification (approx. 2x category-wise vacancies)
- Final Merit List based on exam scores within category-wise vacancies
Exam Pattern
| Part | Subject | Questions | Marks |
|---|---|---|---|
| Part A | Reasoning & Data Interpretation | 30 | 30 |
| Mathematics | 30 | 30 | |
| Part A Total | 60 | 60 | |
| Part B | Indian Constitution, Current Affairs, Gujarati & English Comprehension | 30 | 30 |
| Subject-related Questions | 120 | 120 | |
| Part B Total | 150 | 150 | |
| Grand Total | 210 | 210 |
Key Exam Parameters:
- Mode: CBRT/OMR (Computer Based Response Test / Optical Mark Recognition)
- Duration: 3 hours (180 minutes) combined for Part A & Part B
- Negative Marking: ¼ mark deducted per wrong answer
- Qualifying Standard: Minimum 40% in Part A and 40% in Part B independently (all categories)
- Additional Merit Benefits: Widows (5% extra marks), Sportspersons (5% extra marks for specified achievements)
How to Apply Online
- Visit the OJAS portal and click "Online Application" → "Apply", then select GSSSB.
- Choose Advertisement No. 349/202526 (Municipal Sanitary Inspector, Class-3) and click Apply.
- Click "Apply Now", then "Skip" to open the application form; fill mandatory Personal Details (red asterisk fields).
- Enter Educational Details accurately.
- Accept the declaration ("Assurance") and click Save to generate Application Number.
- Upload photograph (5 cm × 3.6 cm) and signature (2.5 cm × 7.5 cm) in JPG format, each under 15 KB.
- Click "Confirm Application" — no edits possible after confirmation.
- Note the Confirmation Number generated; required for all future steps.
- Download and print the application form for records.
- Pay examination fee online by 29 July 2026 (11:59 PM) via Debit Card, Net Banking, UPI, or Wallet; save receipt.
Important: Submit only one application. Multiple submissions will result in only the last confirmed application (with fee paid) being considered; fees on cancelled applications are non-refundable.
Required Documents Checklist
- HSC Certificate & Sanitary Inspector Diploma / ITI Health Sanitary Inspector Certificate
- Birth Certificate / School Leaving Certificate (age proof)
- Caste/Category Certificate (SC/ST/SEBC/EWS) in prescribed format
- Non-Creamy Layer Certificate (SEBC) or Income & Asset Certificate (EWS) — check timelines
- Disability Certificate (PwD, if applicable)
- Ex-Servicemen Identity Card & Discharge Book (if applicable)
- Basic Computer Knowledge Certificate (or proof of passing before appointment)
- Recent passport-size photograph (white background, within 1 year) & signature in prescribed dimensions
Frequently Asked Questions
Q1. How many total vacancies are available in GSSSB Advertisement No. 349/202526?
There are 173 total vacancies — 145 for Municipal Sanitary Inspector, Class-3 (Urban Development Dept.) and 28 for Sanitary Sub Inspector, Class-3 (Gandhinagar Municipal Corporation).
Q2. What is the required educational qualification for these posts?
Candidates must have passed HSC (or equivalent) and hold either a one-year Sanitary Inspector's Diploma from a Government-recognized institution or a one-year Certificate of Health Sanitary Inspectors from an ITI/Government-recognized institute, along with basic computer knowledge and adequate knowledge of Gujarati or Hindi.
Q3. What is the age limit and relaxation criteria?
Age limit is 18–33 years as on 15 September 2025. Relaxations: General women (5 years), Reserved men (5 years), Reserved women (10 years, max 45), PwD categories (10–20 years, max 45), Ex-servicemen (service + 3 years). Benefits only for Gujarat domiciled candidates.
Q4. What is the salary structure for selected candidates?
Fixed pay of ₹26,000/month for first five years. After satisfactory service, eligible for 7th Pay Commission Level-4 (₹25,000–₹81,100). For Gandhinagar Municipal Corporation appointees (not Gujarat Govt employees), Level-4 eligibility after three years (₹25,500–₹81,100 per corrigendum).
Q5. What is the exam pattern and marking scheme?
Single-stage CBRT/OMR MCQ exam: Part A (Reasoning, Data Interpretation, Mathematics — 60 marks) + Part B (Constitution, Current Affairs, Language, Subject — 150 marks). Total 210 questions, 210 marks, 3 hours. Negative marking: ¼ mark per wrong answer. Must score 40% in each part independently to qualify.
Important Links
| Link Name | Link |
|---|---|
| Apply Online | Click Here |
| Official Notification / Advertisement | Coming Soon |
| Official Website | Click Here |