Overview
Gujarat Subordinate Service Selection Board (GSSSB) has released a recruitment notification for the post of Pharmacist/Compounder (Ayurveda), Class-3 (16 vacancies). Eligible candidates can apply online before 16 March 2026.
Key Details
- Organization
- Gujarat Subordinate Service Selection Board (GSSSB)
- Qualification
- Bachelor's degree in Pharmacy (Ayurveda) OR Diploma in Pharmacy (Ayurveda) with 2 years experience as pharmacist/compounder in government/local body/undertaking/corporation/limited company. Basic computer knowledge and adequate knowledge of Gujarati or Hindi.
- Vacancies
- 16
- Advertisement No
- 401/202526
- Last date to apply
- 16-03-2026
Important Dates
| Last Date | 16-03-2026 |
| Online application start | 2 March 2026 |
| Online application end | 16 March 2026 |
| Examination fee payment deadline | 19 March 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 16 March 2026 |
Vacancy Breakdown
| Post | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Pharmacist/Compounder (Ayurveda), Class-3 | 16 |
| Total | 16 |
Important Links
Vacancy Details
Post Name: Total Posts Pharmacist/Compounder (Ayurveda), Class-3: 16 Total: 16
Eligibility
• Indian citizen or person with prescribed nationality as per rules • Age 18-35 years as on 16-03-2026 • Bachelor's degree in Pharmacy (Ayurveda) OR Diploma in Pharmacy (Ayurveda) with 2 years experience as pharmacist/compounder • Basic knowledge of computer applications as prescribed • Adequate knowledge of Gujarati or Hindi • Person with benchmark disability (only for this Special Recruitment Drive)
Age Limit
• Minimum Age: 18 years • Maximum Age: 35 years as on 16-03-2026 • Age Relaxation: Up to 10 years for general category persons with disability (maximum 45 years). Additional relaxation for reserved categories as per rules.
Salary
• First 5 years: Rs. 40,800 per month (fixed) • After 5 years (if service satisfactory): Level-5 (Rs. 29,200 to Rs. 92,300)
Application Fee
Category: Fee General/OBC: Rs. 500 Reserved/SC/ST/EWS/Persons with Disability/Ex-Servicemen: Rs. 400
Selection Process
• Competitive written examination in MCQ (Multiple Choice Question) format • CBRT/OMR (Computer Based Response Test/Optical Mark Recognition) method • Single stage examination • Part-A: 90 marks (90 questions) • Part-B: 120 marks (120 questions) • Total: 210 marks, 3 hours duration • Negative marking: 1/4 of marks for wrong answer • Minimum qualifying score: 40% in Part-A and 40% in Part-B • Certificate verification • Appointment by concerned department
How to Apply
Candidates who meet the eligibility criteria can apply online for the GSSSB Pharmacist/Compounder (Ayurveda), Class-3 Recruitment 2026. • Applications must be submitted online on or before 16-03-2026. • To apply directly, use the Apply Online link provided in the Important Links section. • Alternatively, candidates may visit the official website of GSSSB to complete the application. • Fill out the application form carefully with correct personal, educational, and contact details. • Upload required documents such as photograph, signature, and certificates in the prescribed format. • Pay the application fee online, if applicable. • Review all details carefully before submitting the form. • Take a printout or save a copy of the submitted application for future reference.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the important dates for GSSSB Pharmacist/Compounder, Class-3 Recruitment 2026 - Apply Online for 16 Posts?
Last Date: 16-03-2026; Online application start: 2 March 2026; Online application end: 16 March 2026; Examination fee payment deadline: 19 March 2026; Last Date to Apply: 16 March 2026
What is the application fee?
Category: Fee General/OBC: Rs. 500 Reserved/SC/ST/EWS/Persons with Disability/Ex-Servicemen: Rs. 400
What is the age limit?
18-35 years as on 16-03-2026. Age relaxation up to 10 years for general category persons with disability (maximum 45 years). Additional relaxation for reserved categories as per rules.
What is the selection process?
• Competitive written examination in MCQ (Multiple Choice Question) format • CBRT/OMR (Computer Based Response Test/Optical Mark Recognition) method • Single stage examination • Part-A: 90 marks (90 questions) • Part-B: 120 marks (120 questions) • Total: 210 marks, 3 hours duration • Negative marking: 1/4 of marks for wrong answer • Minimum qualifying score: 40% in Part-A and 40% in Part-B • Certificate verification • Appointment by concerned department