GSSSB Pharmacist Recruitment 2026 – 16 Ayurveda Posts (Special Drive for PwBD
The Gujarat Subordinate Service Selection Board (GSSSB), Gandhinagar, has released an
official notification (Advt. No. 401/202526) for a
Special Recruitment Drive for Divyang (PwBD) candidates.
Applications are invited for 16 posts of
Pharmacist / Compounder (Ayurveda), Class-3 under the Directorate of AYUSH,
Government of Gujarat.
This is a great opportunity to secure a government job with an initial salary of
₹40,800/month. Online applications will be accepted from
02 March 2026 to 16 March 2026 via the OJAS portal.
📌 Key Highlights
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Organization | GSSSB |
| Advertisement No. | 401/202526 |
| Post Name | Pharmacist / Compounder (Ayurveda) |
| Total Vacancies | 16 |
| Recruitment Type | Special Drive for PwBD |
| Application Mode | Online (OJAS) |
🎓 Eligibility Criteria
Educational Qualification
- Bachelor’s Degree in Pharmacy (Ayurveda) OR
- Diploma in Pharmacy (Ayurveda) + 2 years experience
- Basic Computer Knowledge required
- Knowledge of Gujarati or Hindi
Age Limit (As on 16/03/2026)
- Minimum: 18 Years
- Maximum: 35 Years
- PwBD Relaxation: 10–15 Years
- Maximum Age Limit: 45 Years
💰 Pay Scale
Selected candidates will receive a fixed salary of ₹40,800/month for 5 years.
After completion, salary will be as per 7th Pay Commission Level-5 (₹29,200 – ₹92,300).
💳 Application Fee
- Fee: ₹400
- Mode: Online
- Last Date: 19 March 2026
- Refundable after exam
📝 Selection Process
- CBRT / OMR Written Exam
- No Interview
📊 Exam Pattern
| Part | Details | Marks |
|---|---|---|
| Part A | Reasoning, Maths, GK, Gujarati & English | 90 |
| Part B | Ayurveda & Pharmacy Subjects | 120 |
| Total | 210 | |
Note: Negative marking of 0.25 marks applies.
📅 Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Start Date | 02 March 2026 |
| Last Date | 16 March 2026 |
| Fee Last Date | 19 March 2026 |
📌 Key Takeaways
- Only for PwBD candidates
- 16 total vacancies
- 210 marks written exam
- Application fee refundable
📝 Final Thoughts
This recruitment is a valuable opportunity for Divyang candidates in the Ayurveda field.
Apply early and prepare well for both general aptitude and subject knowledge sections.
