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GPSC Deputy Section Officer Result 2026 – Check Result & Merit

GPSC Deputy Section Officer Result 2026: The final result for 38 recommended candidates has been declared on 20 July 2026. Check merit list, cut-off

·Posted 21 July 2026 at 10:58 pm

·by VINAY

Gujarat Public Service CommissionAPE-67/2024-25-Main-CNF38 postsgpsc-ojas.gujarat.gov.in

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GPSC Deputy Section Officer Result 2026 – Check Result & Merit recruitment banner

Result Date

22 Feb 2026

Organization

Gujarat Public Service Commission

Examination / Post Name

GPSC Deputy Section Officer Result 2026 – Check Result & Merit

Advertisement / Notification No.

APE-67/2024-25-Main-CNF

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Results

Result / Notification PDF

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Important Dates

EventDate
Main Examination Dates22-24 February 2026
Result Declaration Date20 July 2026
Deputy Section Officer Rules Date15 June 2020
GAD Resolution for PwD20 November 2024
GPSC Office Order for PwD04 July 2025
Commission's Office Orders for Women Reservation20 September 2025
Legal Department Letter Date30 June 2026
GAD Circular for Widow Candidates31 August 2004
GAD Resolution for Sports Bonus Marks25 February 1980
Important Notice for Common Papers10 February 2026

Overview

The Gujarat Public Service Commission (GPSC) has officially declared the final result for the Deputy Section Officer, (Legal Side) Class-III posts, following the main examination held in February 2026. A total of 38 candidates have been recommended for appointment, with the result published on 20 July 2026, including cut-off marks and a waiting list for various categories.

Selection Process

  1. Main Examination (Written) — Candidates appeared for a 400-mark written examination.
  2. Merit List Preparation — Merit was determined based on the aggregate marks obtained in the Main Examination.
  3. Bonus Marks Addition — Additional marks were granted to eligible widow candidates (5% of obtained marks) and candidates with sports qualifications (5% of obtained marks).
  4. Tie-Breaking Rule — In cases of equal aggregate marks, preference was given to the elder candidate based on their date of birth.
  5. Waiting List Preparation — A waiting list of candidates was prepared in accordance with government rules.

Full Details

About the Recruitment

The Gujarat Public Service Commission (GPSC) has officially announced the final result for the Deputy Section Officer, (Legal Side) Class-III posts, advertised under Notification No. APE-67/2024-25. The main examination for these positions was conducted from 22nd to 24th February 2026, and the final merit list, along with a waiting list, was declared on 20th July 2026. This notification provides comprehensive details regarding the successful candidates, cut-off marks for various categories, and the rules governing the selection process.

Merit List and Recommended Candidates

A total of 38 candidates have been successfully recommended for appointment to the posts of Deputy Section Officer, (Legal Side) Class-III. These recommendations are based on the merit achieved in the main competitive examination. The list includes candidates from various categories, with specific provisions for meritorious reserved category (MRC) candidates who have been selected against unreserved posts. Additionally, 11 women candidates have been selected, fulfilling the women reservation criteria. Two posts for Persons with Disability (Group-B and Group-D) remain vacant due to the unavailability of suitable candidates in the main examination.

Cut-Off Marks

The cut-off marks represent the minimum scores obtained by the last recommended candidate in each respective category. These marks are crucial for understanding the competitive nature of the examination.
CategoryCut-Off Marks
General189.55
General Female167.55
EWS176.40
EWS Female157.10
SEBC & SEBC Female164.65
SC163.20
SC Female152.00
ST & ST Female125.45
Ex-Servicemen162.45
Persons with Disabilities (Group-A)165.95
Persons with Disabilities (Group-C)148.90

Waiting List

In addition to the list of recommended candidates, the Commission has also prepared a waiting list. This list includes candidates who may be considered for appointment if vacancies arise from the non-joining or disqualification of initially recommended candidates. The waiting list is prepared in accordance with the relevant government rules.

Selection Process

The selection process for the Deputy Section Officer, (Legal Side) Class-III posts was primarily based on the candidates' performance in the Main Competitive Examination. The key aspects of the selection process are detailed below:
  • Main Examination Marks: Merit was determined solely on the aggregate marks (total 400 marks) awarded to candidates in the written Main Examination.
  • Bonus Marks for Special Categories:
    • Widow Candidates: As per G.A.D. Circular No. CRR-1096-2213-G.2, dated 31.08.2004, eligible widow candidates received bonus marks equivalent to 5% of their obtained marks.
    • Sports Qualification Candidates: In accordance with Government Resolution No. CRR-1077-2660-G.2, dated 25.02.1980, candidates with sports qualifications were awarded bonus marks equivalent to 5% of their obtained marks.
  • Ineligibility Criteria: Candidates who failed to attend the main examination or any of its papers were deemed ineligible for selection, as per Rule 16 of the Competitive Examination Rules, 2020.
  • Application Scrutiny: One candidate (Roll No. 101000438) initially declared eligible based on sports bonus marks in the preliminary test was later found ineligible during application scrutiny, thus not qualifying for further recruitment stages.
  • Evaluation Method: For Paper-1 (Gujarati Language) and Paper-2 (English Language), evaluation was conducted using a marking scheme of 1.000 mark for each correct answer and a deduction of (-) 0.300 mark for each wrong, multiple-encoded, or blank answer.
  • Tie-Breaking Rule: In instances where two or more candidates secured equal aggregate marks, the merit was assigned by giving preference to the elder candidate based on their date of birth.
  • Meritorious Reserved Category (MRC) Selection: Reserved category candidates (EWS/SC/ST/SEBC) who scored equal to or more than the minimum qualifying marks for general candidates and did not avail any relaxation (age, qualifying standard, etc.) were selected against unreserved posts based on their merit, as per various G.A.D. Circulars.
  • Women Reservation: The selection process incorporated provisions for women reservation as outlined in several G.A.D. Notifications and Commission's Office Orders, ensuring the selection of the required number of women candidates.
  • Persons with Disability (PwD) Reservation: Provisions from GAD Resolution NO-CRR-102017-122639-G-2 and GPSC Office Orders were considered for PwD candidates. However, 01 General Category post and 01 SEBC category post for PwD (Group-B and Group-D) remain vacant due to the unavailability of eligible candidates.

Important Dates

EventDate
Main Examination Dates22-24 February 2026
Result Declaration Date20 July 2026

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

QWhen was the GPSC Deputy Section Officer Result 2026 declared?

AThe GPSC Deputy Section Officer Result 2026 was declared on 20 July 2026, following the main examination held in February 2026.

QHow many candidates were recommended for appointment in the GPSC Deputy Section Officer Result 2026?

AA total of 38 candidates have been recommended for appointment to the posts of Deputy Section Officer, (Legal Side) Class-III.

QWhere can I check the cut-off marks for the GPSC Deputy Section Officer exam?

AThe cut-off marks for various categories, including General, EWS, SEBC, SC, ST, Ex-Servicemen, and Persons with Disabilities, are available in the official result notification PDF.

QIs there a waiting list for the GPSC Deputy Section Officer recruitment?

AYes, the Gujarat Public Service Commission has prepared a waiting list of candidates in accordance with the relevant government rules.

QWhat was the basis for merit determination in the GPSC Deputy Section Officer selection process?

AMerit was determined based on the aggregate marks (total 400 marks) obtained by candidates in the Main Examination. Bonus marks were also added for eligible widow and sports-qualified candidates.

QHow can I access the official result notification?

ACandidates can access the official result notification and other related information on the GPSC websites: https://gpsc-ojas.gujarat.gov.in and https://gpsc.gujarat.gov.in.

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