📢 The Gujarat Subordinate Service Selection Board (GSSSB) has opened applications for 84 Food Safety Officer (Class-3) posts in the state’s Health and Family Welfare Department. The online application window runs from 27 October to 10 November 2026, and candidates can apply only through the OJAS portal.
These posts are attached to the office of the Commissioner, Food and Drugs Control Administration. Selected candidates will receive a fixed pay of ₹40,800 per month for the first five years, followed by a Level-5 pay scale. Here is everything you need to know before applying.
Table of Contents
- Overview
- Vacancy Details
- Eligibility Criteria
- Important Dates
- Application Fee
- How to Apply
- Important Links
Overview
The GSSSB Food Safety Officer Recruitment 2026 (Advertisement No. 465/202627) aims to fill 84 Class-3 posts. The advertisement was released on 26 October 2026, and online applications opened on 27 October 2026.
Applicants must complete a One Time Registration (OTR) on the OJAS portal before filling the form. The selection will be made through a one-stage MCQ competitive examination, followed by a provisional result, document verification and a category-wise merit list.
Vacancy Details
| Post Name | Department | Pay Level | Vacancies |
|---|---|---|---|
| Food Safety Officer, Class-3 | Health and Family Welfare Department | Level-5 after the fixed-pay period, subject to rules | 84 |
| Total | — | — | 84 |
According to the notification, 8 of these posts are reserved for ex-servicemen. No posts are reserved for candidates with disabilities under this advertisement; a separate Advertisement No. 466/202627 has been issued for them.
During the first five years, selected candidates will get a fixed salary of ₹40,800 per month. After five years, the pay scale will be ₹29,200–₹92,300 per month (Level-5), subject to applicable rules and satisfactory service, along with additional benefits as per Gujarat Government Finance Department resolutions.
Eligibility Criteria
Educational qualification: Candidates must hold one of the following from a recognised university or institution (or an accepted equivalent qualification):
- Master’s degree in Chemistry
- Degree in Food Technology or an eligible related discipline
- Degree in Dairy Technology, Biotechnology, Oil Technology, Agriculture Science, Veterinary Science, Bio-Chemistry or Microbiology
- Degree in Medicine
- Eligible Bachelor’s, Master’s or Doctorate degrees in specified Food Technology and Agricultural Science disciplines, as permitted under the applicable notification
Other requirements: Basic computer knowledge as prescribed under Gujarat Government rules, and adequate knowledge of Gujarati or Hindi, or both. A person having a financial interest in the manufacture, import or sale of food articles is not eligible for appointment under the cited recruitment rules. The qualification cut-off date is 10 November 2026.
Age limit:
| Age Limit | Details |
|---|---|
| Minimum age | 18 years |
| Maximum age | 37 years |
| Age relaxation | As per applicable rules for eligible categories |
Selection process: One-stage MCQ competitive examination (CBRT or OMR mode), followed by a provisional result, document verification, and a category-wise merit list and selection list. A waiting list will apply where the rules provide for it.
Exam pattern: The paper carries 210 questions for 210 marks over 3 hours (180 minutes). Part-A (90 marks) covers Logical Reasoning and Data Interpretation (30), Quantitative Aptitude (30), and Constitution of India, Current Affairs, and Gujarati and English Comprehension (30). Part-B (120 marks) covers questions on the concerned subject and its application. There is negative marking of 1/4 mark per wrong answer, and candidates must score at least 40% in each part to qualify. The exam date is to be notified.
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Advertisement released | 26 October 2026 |
| Online application starts | 27 October 2026 (6:00 PM) |
| Last date to apply online | 10 November 2026 (11:59 PM) |
| Last date for online fee payment | 13 November 2026 (11:59 PM) |
| Exam date | To be announced |
Application Fee
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| Unreserved category | ₹500 |
| Reserved categories, Women, EWS, SC, ST, SEBC, PwBD and Ex-Servicemen | ₹400 |
How to Apply
- Visit the OJAS website and select GSSSB under Online Application.
- Find Advertisement No. 465/202627 for Food Safety Officer, Class-3, read the notification, and click Apply.
- Enter your OTR Registration Number and date of birth, then complete all mandatory fields.
- Fill in your SSC details, educational qualifications, and bank account details for the fee refund, and upload the required passbook page.
- Select “Yes” under Declaration and save the form to generate your Application Number.
- Upload your photograph and signature in the prescribed format and size.
- Review the form, click Confirm Application, and note your Confirmation Number. Print the application for future reference.
- Pay the application fee online by 13 November 2026 (11:59 PM).
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