Gujarat Gaun Seva Pasandgi Mandal (GSSSB)
— Health and Family Welfare Department, Gujarat
Overview of GSSSB Female Health Worker Recruitment 2026
The Gujarat Gaun Seva Pasandgi Mandal (GSSSB), Gandhinagar has initiated a special recruitment drive to fill 25 backlog vacancies for the post of Female Health Worker (Class-3) under the Health and Family Welfare Department. This drive is exclusively reserved for candidates identified as Divyang (Persons with Disabilities) under the Rights of Persons with Disabilities Act, 2016.
| Parameter | Details |
|---|
| Post Name | Female Health Worker (Class-3) |
| Total Vacancies | 25 |
| Application Mode | Online via OJAS Portal |
| Recruitment Type | Special Drive (Backlog) |
GSSSB Recruitment Schedule
Candidates must adhere to the following timeline for the submission of applications and fee payments:
| Event | Date |
|---|
| Notification Date | 2026-06-01 |
| Application Start Date | 2026-06-06 |
| Application Closing Date | 2026-06-20 |
| Fee Payment Deadline | 2026-06-23 |
Eligibility Criteria for GSSSB Health Worker
Only female candidates meeting the specific disability benchmarks are eligible to apply. Applicants must hold a valid Disability Certificate in Form V, VI, or VII.
- Educational Qualification: Secondary/Higher Secondary School Certificate plus a government-recognized Female Health Worker Basic Training Course or ANM Course with registration under the Gujarat Nursing Council.
- Language: Proficient in Gujarati and/or Hindi.
- Age Limit: 18 to 40 years as of 2026-06-20. Relaxation is applicable: 15 years for General PwD female candidates and up to 20 years for Reserved Category PwD female candidates.
Vacancy Breakdown by Disability Category
| Disability Group | Total Posts |
|---|
| Group A (Low Vision 40–70%) | 7 |
| Group B (Deaf/Hard of Hearing) | 6 |
| Group C (Locomotor/Cerebral Palsy) | 6 |
| Group D & E (Intellectual/Multiple) | 6 |
Selection Methodology
The selection involves a single-stage Computer Based Response Test (CBRT) or OMR exam consisting of two parts:
- Part-A (90 Marks): General topics including Reasoning, Quantitative Aptitude, Constitution of India, Current Affairs, and Languages.
- Part-B (120 Marks): Technical subjects covering Community Health, Child Health, Midwifery, and Health Center Management.
Warning: A negative marking system is in place, with 0.25 marks deducted for each incorrect answer. A minimum qualifying mark of 40% in both parts is mandatory.
How to Apply
- Visit the official OJAS Gujarat portal.
- Navigate to the 'Online Application' section and select GSSSB advertisements.
- Complete the registration using valid personal and educational credentials.
- Upload required documents: Photograph (max 15KB) and Signature (max 15KB) according to the specified dimensions.
- Verify all details before confirmation, as post-confirmation edits are not permitted.
- Complete the fee payment of ₹500 (General) or ₹400 (Reserved) via online payment modes.
Apply online through the OJAS Gujarat portal by submitting personal details, uploading required photo/signature, and completing the application fee payment.