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GSSSB Municipal Accountant Recruitment 2026 – 82 Posts, Apply

Gujarat Gaun Seva Pasandgi Mandal (GSSSB) has announced the Municipal Accountant Recruitment 2026 for 82 Class-3 posts. The online application window is

·Posted 03 August 2026 at 09:16 pm

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Quick Summary

GSSSB Municipal Accountant Recruitment 2026 – 82 Posts, Apply recruitment banner

Start Date

1 Aug 2026

Last Date

21 Aug 2026

Exam Date

23 Aug 2026

Organization

Gujarat Gaun Seva Pasandgi Mandal

Examination / Post Name

GSSSB Municipal Accountant Recruitment 2026 – 82 Posts, Apply

Advertisement / Notification No.

450/2026-27

Total Vacancies

Job Category

Government Jobs

Educational Qualification

Graduate

Salary / Pay Scale

Particulars	Details
Fixed Pay (First 5 Years)	Rs. 49,600 per month
Regular Pay Scale (After 5 Years, ROP-2016)	Rs. 39,900 – 1,26,600 (Level-7)

Age Limit

Category	Age Limit
Minimum Age	20 years
Maximum Age	35 years
Women candidates (General category)	Up to 40 years (5 years relaxation)
Male candidates (Reserved category)	Up to 40 years (5 years relaxation)
Women candidates (Reserved category)	Up to 45 years (10 years relaxation)
Persons with disabilities, male (General category)	Up to 45 years (10 years relaxation)
Persons with disabilities, female (General category)	Up to 45 years (15 years relaxation)
Persons with disabilities, male (Reserved category)	Up to 45 years (15 years relaxation)
Persons with disabilities, female (Reserved category)	Up to 45 years (20 years relaxation)
Ex-servicemen	Period of service rendered plus 3 years

Application Fee

Examination	Unreserved Category	Reserved Category
Preliminary Examination	Rs. 500	Rs. 400
Main Examination	Rs. 600	Rs. 500

Selection Process

Preliminary Examination (Objective/MCQ) — A screening test of 150 marks to shortlist candidates. Marks from this stage are not included in the final merit list.
Main Examination (Descriptive) — Consists of two papers, each 100 marks. The final merit list is based solely on marks obtained in this examination.

Official Notification Apply Online

Detailed Guide

Age Limit

Category	Age Limit
Minimum Age	20 years
Maximum Age	35 years
Women candidates (General category)	Up to 40 years (5 years relaxation)
Male candidates (Reserved category)	Up to 40 years (5 years relaxation)
Women candidates (Reserved category)	Up to 45 years (10 years relaxation)
Persons with disabilities, male (General category)	Up to 45 years (10 years relaxation)
Persons with disabilities, female (General category)	Up to 45 years (15 years relaxation)
Persons with disabilities, male (Reserved category)	Up to 45 years (15 years relaxation)
Persons with disabilities, female (Reserved category)	Up to 45 years (20 years relaxation)
Ex-servicemen	Period of service rendered plus 3 years

Application Fee

Examination	Unreserved Category	Reserved Category
Preliminary Examination	Rs. 500	Rs. 400
Main Examination	Rs. 600	Rs. 500

Salary

Particulars	Details
Fixed Pay (First 5 Years)	Rs. 49,600 per month
Regular Pay Scale (After 5 Years, ROP-2016)	Rs. 39,900 – 1,26,600 (Level-7)

Important Dates

Event	Date
Notification Release Date	01 Aug 2026
Online Application Start Date	01 Aug 2026
Online Application Last Date	21 Aug 2026
Last Date to Pay Examination Fee	23 Aug 2026
Eligibility Cut-off Date (Age, Category Certificates, etc.)	21 Aug 2026
Preliminary Examination Date	To be announced
Admit Card Release	To be announced

Overview

The Gujarat Gaun Seva Pasandgi Mandal (GSSSB) has released the GSSSB Municipal Accountant Recruitment 2026 notification for 82 Class-3 posts. Candidates holding a bachelor's degree in relevant fields and aged between 20 and 35 years can apply online from August 1 to August 21, 2026. The selection process involves a Preliminary Examination followed by a Main Descriptive Examination.

Eligibility / Education Qualification

Post Name	Qualification	Experience / Other
Municipal Accountant, Class-3	Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Computer Application, Commerce, Science (Mathematics/Statistics), or Arts (Statistics/Economics/Mathematics) from a recognised university.	Basic computer knowledge and adequate knowledge of Gujarati or Hindi. B.Sc. (CA & IT) and M.Sc. (CA & IT) degree holders are not eligible.

Selection Process

Preliminary Examination (Objective/MCQ) — A screening test of 150 marks to shortlist candidates. Marks from this stage are not included in the final merit list.
Main Examination (Descriptive) — Consists of two papers, each 100 marks. The final merit list is based solely on marks obtained in this examination.

Full Details

About GSSSB Municipal Accountant Recruitment 2026

The Gujarat Gaun Seva Pasandgi Mandal (GSSSB) has issued Advertisement No. 450/2026-27 for the GSSSB Municipal Accountant Recruitment 2026, inviting applications for 82 Municipal Accountant, Class-3 posts. This recruitment falls under the Urban Development and Urban Housing Department / Office of the Commissioner of Municipality Administration. Interested candidates who meet the eligibility criteria can apply online through the official OJAS portal.

Vacancy Details for Municipal Accountant Posts

A total of 82 vacancies have been announced for the Municipal Accountant, Class-3 position. The category-wise distribution of these posts is detailed below:

Category	Number of Posts
Unreserved (General)	36
Economically Weaker Section (EWS)	9
Socially and Educationally Backward Class (SEBC)	22
Scheduled Caste (SC)	5
Scheduled Tribe (ST)	10
Total	82

In addition to these, seats are reserved for women candidates within each category as per government regulations, and 8 posts are specifically for ex-servicemen. No posts are reserved for Persons with Disabilities (PwD) in this recruitment drive, as backlog PwD vacancies are being addressed separately.

Important Dates to Remember

The application window for the GSSSB Municipal Accountant Recruitment 2026 is open for a limited period. Candidates should note the following key dates:

Event	Date
Notification Release Date	01 Aug 2026
Online Application Start Date	01 Aug 2026 (2:00 PM)
Online Application Last Date	21 Aug 2026 (11:59 PM)
Last Date to Pay Examination Fee	23 Aug 2026 (11:59 PM)
Eligibility Cut-off Date (Age, Category Certificates, etc.)	21 Aug 2026
Preliminary Examination Date	To be announced
Admit Card Release	To be announced

Eligibility Criteria for Municipal Accountant

Candidates must fulfill specific conditions regarding nationality, education, and computer knowledge to be considered for these posts.

Nationality

Applicants must be citizens of India or meet the nationality requirements specified under Rule 7 of the Gujarat Civil Services Classification and Recruitment (General) Rules, 1967.

Educational Qualification

A Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Computer Application, Commerce, Science (Mathematics/Statistics), or Arts (Statistics/Economics/Mathematics) from a university or institution recognised by a Central or State Act, or a deemed university under the UGC Act, 1956, is required.
Candidates with a B.Sc. (CA & IT) or M.Sc. (CA & IT) degree are not eligible for this position.
Those awaiting their final degree results or planning to appear for the qualifying examination can apply for the Preliminary Examination, but proof of passing must be submitted with the Main Examination application.

Computer Knowledge Requirement

Applicants must possess basic computer application knowledge, evidenced by a certificate, mark sheet, or having studied computer science as a subject in Standard 10 or 12, or in a diploma/degree course. This proof must be presented before final appointment.

Age Limit and Relaxation Rules

As of August 21, 2026, candidates must be between 20 and 35 years old. Age relaxation is provided for various categories as per government norms:

Category	Relaxation	Maximum Age Limit
Women candidates (General category)	5 years	40 years
Male candidates (Reserved category)	5 years	40 years
Women candidates (Reserved category)	10 years	45 years
Persons with disabilities, male (General category)	10 years	45 years
Persons with disabilities, female (General category)	15 years	45 years
Persons with disabilities, male (Reserved category)	15 years	45 years
Persons with disabilities, female (Reserved category)	20 years	45 years
Ex-servicemen	Period of service rendered plus 3 years	As applicable

Salary Structure for Municipal Accountant

Selected candidates will receive a fixed pay for the initial five years, followed by a regular pay scale upon satisfactory service:

Particulars	Details
Fixed Pay (First 5 Years)	Rs. 49,600 per month
Regular Pay Scale (After 5 Years, ROP-2016)	Rs. 39,900 – 1,26,600 (Level-7)

Application Fee Details

Candidates are required to pay the Preliminary Examination fee at the time of application. The Main Examination fee will be collected later.

Examination	Unreserved Category	Reserved Category (Women of all categories, SEBC, SC, ST, EWS, PwD, Ex-servicemen)
Preliminary Examination	Rs. 500	Rs. 400
Main Examination	Rs. 600	Rs. 500

Fees must be paid online by August 23, 2026, 11:59 PM. Only candidates who appear for the examination will receive a refund of the fee.

GSSSB Municipal Accountant Selection Process

The selection process for the Municipal Accountant post comprises two main stages:

Preliminary Examination (Objective/MCQ) — This is a screening test of 150 marks, conducted in CBRT/OMR mode. Its purpose is to shortlist candidates for the Main Examination. Marks obtained in this stage will not be considered for the final merit list.
Main Examination (Descriptive) — This stage consists of two descriptive papers, each carrying 100 marks. The final merit list will be prepared exclusively based on the marks secured in the Main Examination.

Approximately seven times the number of advertised vacancies will be shortlisted for the Main Examination. Candidates must appear in both papers of the Main Examination to be eligible for selection.

Examination Pattern

Understanding the exam structure is crucial for preparation.

Preliminary Examination Pattern

The Preliminary Examination is an objective-type test designed for screening purposes.

Paper	Type	Subject	Marks	Duration
Paper 1	Objective (MCQ)	General Studies (as per syllabus)	150	2 Hours

Each question carries 1 mark, and there is a negative marking of 0.25 marks for every incorrect answer.

Main Examination Pattern

The Main Examination is descriptive and forms the basis of the final merit list.

Paper	Type	Subject	Marks	Duration
Paper 1	Descriptive	Gujarati Language and English Language	100	3 Hours
Paper 2	Descriptive	Accountancy and Auditing, etc.	100	3 Hours

Paper 1 (Languages) is set at the Standard 12 (Higher Level), while Paper 2 (Accountancy and Auditing) is at a degree level. A deduction of 1/4th of the marks allotted to a question will apply for incorrect answers in the Main Examination under the pro-rata evaluation method.

Minimum Qualifying Marks

Preliminary Examination: Candidates must score a minimum of 40% marks across all categories.
Main Examination: Candidates must score a minimum of 40% marks in each paper across all categories.

How to Apply Online for GSSSB Municipal Accountant Recruitment 2026

Follow these steps to successfully submit your online application:

Visit the official OJAS portal: ojas.gujarat.gov.in.
Navigate to the "Online Application" section, click on "Apply," and then select GSSSB.
Locate Advertisement No. 450/2026-27 for Municipal Accountant, Class-3, and click "Apply."
Carefully read the "More Details" and then proceed by clicking "Apply Now."
Fill in your Personal Details accurately, followed by your Educational Details.
Accept the declaration and click "Save" to complete the initial application. An Application Number will be generated.
Upload a recent passport-size photograph (5 cm height x 3.6 cm width) and your signature (2.5 cm height x 7.5 cm width) in JPG format. Each file must be under 15 KB.
Click "Confirm Application," thoroughly verify all entered details, and then confirm. Please note that no changes are permitted after confirmation.
Download and print a copy of your confirmed application for future reference.
Pay the Preliminary Examination fee online using a Debit Card, Internet Banking, UPI, or Wallets before the last date.

Ensure the photograph used is recent (taken within one year) with a white background and that the same photograph is used throughout the recruitment process.

Required Documents for Application

Candidates should keep the following documents ready for the application process and subsequent stages:

Educational qualification certificates and mark sheets.
Proof of birth date.
Category certificate (SC/ST/SEBC/EWS) in the prescribed format, if applicable.
Non-creamy layer certificate for SEBC candidates, if applicable.
Disability certificate in the prescribed Form V/VI/VII, for PwD candidates, if applicable.
Ex-servicemen discharge book and identity card, if applicable.
Basic computer knowledge certificate.
Recent passport-size photograph (white background) and signature.
Widow certificate/proof, if applicable.

Important Instructions for Applicants

Submit only one application. If multiple applications are submitted, only the last confirmed application with the fee paid will be considered valid.
No changes to category (caste) or other application details are allowed after confirmation. For corrections, a fresh application with fee payment is required before the deadline.
Ensure all submitted online details match original certificates; discrepancies will lead to rejection during document verification.
Eligible PwD candidates will receive 20 minutes compensatory time per hour per paper in both examinations.
The recruitment process adheres to the Gujarat Public Examination (Prevention of Unfair Means) Act, 2023.
Revaluation or re-checking of Main Examination answer sheets is not permitted.
The Mandal reserves the right to modify or cancel the recruitment process at any stage without prior notice.

Official Links

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

QQ1. How many vacancies are there in GSSSB Municipal Accountant Recruitment 2026?

AThere are a total of 82 vacancies for the post of Municipal Accountant, Class-3, under the Commissioner of Municipality Administration office.

QQ2. What is the last date to apply for GSSSB Municipal Accountant Recruitment 2026?

AThe online application process starts on August 1, 2026, and the last date to apply is August 21, 2026 (11:59 PM).

QQ3. What is the educational qualification for GSSSB Municipal Accountant Recruitment 2026?

ACandidates need a bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Computer Application, Commerce, Science (Mathematics/Statistics), or Arts (Statistics/Economics/Mathematics), along with basic computer knowledge and knowledge of Gujarati or Hindi. B.Sc. (CA & IT) and M.Sc. (CA & IT) degree holders are not eligible.

QQ4. What is the age limit for GSSSB Municipal Accountant Recruitment 2026?

ACandidates must be between 20 and 35 years of age as on August 21, 2026, with age relaxation applicable for reserved categories, women, and persons with disabilities as per government rules.

QQ5. What is the salary for GSSSB Municipal Accountant?

ASelected candidates will receive a fixed monthly pay of Rs. 49,600 for the first five years, moving to the regular pay scale of Rs. 39,900–1,26,600 (Level-7) thereafter, subject to satisfactory service.

QQ6. What is the application fee for GSSSB Municipal Accountant Recruitment 2026?

AThe Preliminary Examination fee is Rs. 500 for unreserved candidates and Rs. 400 for reserved category candidates. At present, only the Preliminary Examination fee needs to be paid, by August 23, 2026.

QQ7. What is the selection process for GSSSB Municipal Accountant Recruitment 2026?

ASelection involves a Preliminary Examination (screening only) followed by a Main Descriptive Examination of two papers. The final merit list is based solely on Main Examination marks.

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