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GSSSB Municipal Sanitary Inspector Recruitment 2026 – 173 Posts,

GSSSB Municipal Sanitary Inspector Recruitment 2026: 173 vacancies for Sanitary Inspector posts. Apply online through OJAS by 26 July 2026 — eligibility,

·Posted 22 July 2026 at 01:34 am

·by MITA CHAHAL

Organization349/20252612th PassDiplomaITI173 postsgsssb.gujarat.gov.in

Quick Summary

GSSSB Municipal Sanitary Inspector Recruitment 2026 – 173 Posts, recruitment banner

Start Date

20 Jul 2026

Last Date

26 Jul 2026

Examination / Post Name

GSSSB Municipal Sanitary Inspector Recruitment 2026 – 173 Posts,

Advertisement / Notification No.

349/202526

Total Vacancies

173

Job Category

Government Jobs

Educational Qualification

12th Pass, Diploma, ITI

Salary / Pay Scale

Post NamePay LevelGross Salary
Municipal Sanitary Inspector, Class-3Level-4 (7th Pay Commission)₹26,000 (fixed for 5 years), then ₹25,000 to ₹81,100
Sanitary Sub Inspector, Class-3 (Gandhinagar MC)Level-4 (7th Pay Commission)₹26,000 (fixed for 5 years), then ₹25,500 to ₹81,100

Age Limit

CategoryAge LimitMaximum Age Limit (with relaxation)
Minimum Age18 years—
Maximum Age (General)33 years—
General Category Women5 years relaxation—
Reserved Category Men5 years relaxation—
Reserved Category Women10 years relaxation (5+5)45 years
General Category Disabled (Male)10 years relaxation45 years
General Category Disabled (Female)15 years relaxation (10+5)45 years
Reserved Category Disabled (Male)15 years relaxation (5+10)45 years
Reserved Category Disabled (Female)20 years relaxation (5+10+5)45 years
Ex-servicemenPeriod of service + 3 years—

Application Fee

CategoryFee
Unreserved₹500
Reserved (Women - all categories, SEBC, SC, ST, EWS, PwD, Ex-servicemen)₹400
Fee must be paid online (Debit Card, Internet Banking, UPI, or Wallets). The fee is refundable to candidates who appear for the examination.

Selection Process

  1. Single-stage Competitive Exam — Candidates will undergo a Computer Based Response Test (CBRT) or Optical Mark Recognition (OMR) exam consisting of objective Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs), divided into Part A and Part B.
  2. Qualifying Standard — Candidates must score a minimum of 40% in Part A and a minimum of 40% in Part B independently to qualify.
  3. Document Verification — Shortlisted candidates, approximately twice the number of category-wise vacancies, will be called for document verification.
  4. Final Selection/Waiting List — The final selection and waiting list will be prepared based on merit within the respective category-wise vacancies.
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Detailed Guide

Age Limit
CategoryAge LimitMaximum Age Limit (with relaxation)
Minimum Age18 years-
Maximum Age (General)33 years-
General Category Women5 years relaxation-
Reserved Category Men5 years relaxation-
Reserved Category Women10 years relaxation (5+5)45 years
General Category Disabled (Male)10 years relaxation45 years
General Category Disabled (Female)15 years relaxation (10+5)45 years
Reserved Category Disabled (Male)15 years relaxation (5+10)45 years
Reserved Category Disabled (Female)20 years relaxation (5+10+5)45 years
Ex-servicemenPeriod of service + 3 years-
Application Fee
CategoryFee
Unreserved₹500
Reserved (Women - all categories, SEBC, SC, ST, EWS, PwD, Ex-servicemen)₹400
Fee must be paid online (Debit Card, Internet Banking, UPI, or Wallets). The fee is refundable to candidates who appear for the examination.
Salary
Post NamePay LevelGross Salary
Municipal Sanitary Inspector, Class-3Level-4 (7th Pay Commission)₹26,000 (fixed for 5 years), then ₹25,000 to ₹81,100
Sanitary Sub Inspector, Class-3 (Gandhinagar MC)Level-4 (7th Pay Commission)₹26,000 (fixed for 5 years), then ₹25,500 to ₹81,100

Important Dates

EventDate
Original Notification Published2025-08-26
Corrigendum Issued2026-07-20
Revised Online Application Start Date2026-07-20
Revised Online Application End Date2026-07-26
Revised Fee Payment Last Date2026-07-29
Age Limit Cut-off Date2025-09-15
Educational Qualification Cut-off Date2026-07-26

Overview

The Gujarat Secondary Service Selection Board (GSSSB) has announced the Municipal Sanitary Inspector Recruitment 2026 for various Class-3 posts. Candidates with a 12th pass and a Sanitary Inspector Diploma or ITI Certificate can apply online for 173 vacancies between July 20 and July 26, 2026.

Eligibility / Education Qualification

Post NameQualificationExperience / Other
Municipal Sanitary Inspector, Class-3HSC (or equivalent) + 1-year Sanitary Inspector's Diploma OR 1-year ITI Health Sanitary Inspector CertificateBasic Computer Knowledge, Knowledge of Gujarati or Hindi
Sanitary Sub Inspector, Class-3HSC (or equivalent) + 1-year Sanitary Inspector's Diploma OR 1-year ITI Health Sanitary Inspector CertificateBasic Computer Knowledge, Knowledge of Gujarati or Hindi

Selection Process

  1. Single-stage Competitive Exam — Candidates will undergo a Computer Based Response Test (CBRT) or Optical Mark Recognition (OMR) exam consisting of objective Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs), divided into Part A and Part B.
  2. Qualifying Standard — Candidates must score a minimum of 40% in Part A and a minimum of 40% in Part B independently to qualify.
  3. Document Verification — Shortlisted candidates, approximately twice the number of category-wise vacancies, will be called for document verification.
  4. Final Selection/Waiting List — The final selection and waiting list will be prepared based on merit within the respective category-wise vacancies.

Full Details

About the Recruitment

The Gujarat Secondary Service Selection Board (GSSSB) has released a recruitment notification for Municipal Sanitary Inspector and Sanitary Sub Inspector, Class-3 posts under Advertisement No. 349/202526. Following a corrigendum, the total number of vacancies has been increased to 173. Eligible candidates can apply online through the OJAS portal.

Post-wise and Category-wise Vacancy Details

A total of 173 vacancies have been announced for Sanitary Inspector posts.
PostDepartmentTotal Vacancies
Municipal Sanitary Inspector, Class-3Urban Development & Urban Housing Dept.145
Sanitary Sub Inspector, Class-3Gandhinagar Municipal Corporation28
Total-173

Eligibility Criteria

Candidates must meet the following eligibility requirements to apply for the GSSSB Sanitary Inspector Recruitment 2026:
  • Nationality: Must be a citizen of India or possess nationality as per Gujarat Civil Services Classification and Recruitment (General) Rules, 1967.
  • Educational Qualification:
    • Passed the Higher Secondary School Certificate Examination (12th standard) or an equivalent qualification recognized by the Government.
    • Possess a minimum one-year Sanitary Inspector's Diploma Course from a Government-recognized institution, OR a minimum one-year Certificate of Health Sanitary Inspectors from an Industrial Training Institute (ITI) or any other Government-recognized institute.
    • Have basic knowledge of Computer Application as prescribed under the Gujarat Civil Services Classification and Recruitment (General) Rules, 1967.
    • Possess adequate knowledge of Gujarati or Hindi, or both.
Candidates without a basic computer knowledge certificate at the time of application must submit proof of passing a basic computer knowledge test before appointment, otherwise their selection will be cancelled.

Age Limit and Relaxation

As of 15 September 2025, candidates must be between 18 and 33 years of age. Upper age limit relaxations are applicable for various categories as follows:
CategoryRelaxationMaximum Age Limit
General category women5 years-
Reserved category men5 years-
Reserved category women10 years (5+5)45 years
General category disabled (male)10 years45 years
General category disabled (female)15 years (10+5)45 years
Reserved category disabled (male)15 years (5+10)45 years
Reserved category disabled (female)20 years (5+10+5)45 years
Ex-servicemenPeriod of service + 3 years-

Application Fee and Payment Method

The application fee for the GSSSB Municipal Sanitary Inspector Recruitment 2026 is as follows:
CategoryFee (Preliminary Exam)
Unreserved₹500
Reserved (Women - all categories, SEBC, SC, ST, EWS, PwD, Ex-servicemen)₹400
The fee must be paid online only using a Debit Card, Internet Banking, UPI, or Wallets. An additional transaction fee may apply. The fee is refundable only to candidates who appear for the examination. The revised last date to pay the fee is 29 July 2026, 11:59 PM.

Selection Process

The selection process for GSSSB Sanitary Inspector posts involves a single-stage competitive examination.
  1. Single-stage Competitive Exam — Candidates will undergo a Computer Based Response Test (CBRT) or Optical Mark Recognition (OMR) MCQ exam. The exam is divided into two parts: Part A and Part B.
  2. Qualifying Standard — Candidates must achieve a minimum of 40% marks in Part A and a minimum of 40% marks in Part B, independently, to qualify for further stages.
  3. Document Verification — Candidates who score the required qualifying marks will be shortlisted for document verification. Approximately twice the number of category-wise vacancies will be called for this stage.
  4. Final Selection/Waiting List — The final selection and waiting list will be prepared based on the merit of candidates within their respective category-wise vacancies.

Exam Pattern

The exam will be a combined 3-hour (180 minutes) test for both parts, with a negative marking of 1/4 mark for each wrong answer.
PartSubjectMarks
Part AReasoning & Data Interpretation30
Mathematics30
Part A Total-60
Part BIndian Constitution, Current Affairs, Gujarati & English Comprehension30
Subject-related questions120
Part B Total-150
Grand Total210 questions210 marks

Pay Scale and Benefits

Selected candidates for the GSSSB Municipal Sanitary Inspector Recruitment 2026 will receive a fixed monthly pay of ₹26,000 for the first five years. After this period, subject to satisfactory service, they will be eligible for regular appointment in the 7th Pay Commission scale of ₹25,000 to ₹81,100 (Level-4). For posts at Gandhinagar Municipal Corporation, the 7th Pay Commission Level-4 scale (₹25,500–₹81,100) applies after three years of satisfactory service.

How to Apply — Step by Step

Candidates interested in the GSSSB Municipal Sanitary Inspector Recruitment 2026 can apply online by following these steps:
  1. Visit the official OJAS portal: https://ojas.gujarat.gov.in.
  2. Click on "Online Application" and then "Apply", selecting GSSSB.
  3. Find Advertisement No. 349/202526 (Municipal Sanitary Inspector, Class-3) and click "Apply".
  4. Click "Apply Now" and then "Skip" to access the application form. Fill in all mandatory Personal Details.
  5. Enter your Educational Details accurately.
  6. Accept the declaration ("Assurance") and click "Save" to generate your unique Application Number.
  7. Upload your recent passport-size photograph (5 cm height × 3.6 cm width) and signature (2.5 cm height × 7.5 cm width) in JPG format, ensuring each file is under 15 KB. The photograph must have a white background and be dated within one year of the last application date.
  8. Click "Confirm Application". Note that no further edits are possible after confirmation.
  9. Record the generated Confirmation Number, as it is essential for all future steps.
  10. Download and print a copy of the application form for your records.
  11. Pay the applicable examination fee online by 29 July 2026 (11:59 PM) using a Debit Card, Internet Banking, UPI, or Wallet, and save the payment receipt.
Candidates should submit only one application. If multiple applications are submitted, only the last confirmed application with the fee paid will be considered valid.

Documents Required

Candidates must be prepared to provide the following documents during the recruitment process:
  • Educational qualification certificates (HSC, Sanitary Inspector Diploma / ITI Health Sanitary Inspector Certificate).
  • Birth certificate or School Leaving Certificate for age verification.
  • Caste/category certificate (SC/ST/SEBC/EWS) issued by a competent authority in the prescribed format, if applicable.
  • Non-creamy layer certificate (for SEBC candidates) or Income and Asset Certificate (for EWS candidates) as per specified timelines.
  • Disability certificate for Persons with Disabilities (PwD) candidates.
  • Ex-servicemen identity card and discharge book, if applicable.
  • Basic computer knowledge certificate (or proof of passing before appointment).
  • Recent passport-size photograph and signature as per prescribed dimensions.

Important Dates

EventDate
Original Notification Published2025-08-26
Corrigendum Issued2026-07-20
Revised Online Application Start Date2026-07-20, 2:00 PM
Revised Online Application End Date2026-07-26, 11:59 PM
Revised Fee Payment Last Date2026-07-29, 11:59 PM
Age Limit Cut-off Date2025-09-15
Educational Qualification Cut-off Date2026-07-26

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

QHow many total vacancies are there in GSSSB Advertisement No. 349/202526?

AThere are a total of 173 vacancies: 145 for Municipal Sanitary Inspector, Class-3, and 28 for Sanitary Sub Inspector, Class-3 at Gandhinagar Municipal Corporation.

QWhat is the educational qualification required for GSSSB Sanitary Inspector posts?

ACandidates must have passed HSC (12th standard) and hold either a one-year Sanitary Inspector's Diploma or a one-year Certificate of Health Sanitary Inspectors from an ITI, along with basic computer knowledge and proficiency in Gujarati or Hindi.

QWhat is the age limit for this recruitment?

ACandidates must be between 18 and 33 years of age as on 15 September 2025, with applicable relaxations for women, reserved categories, persons with disabilities, and ex-servicemen.

QWhat is the salary for GSSSB Sanitary Inspector, Class-3?

ASelected candidates will receive a fixed pay of ₹26,000 per month for the first five years, after which they are eligible for the 7th Pay Commission scale of ₹25,000 to ₹81,100 (Level-4), subject to satisfactory service.

QWhat is the application fee for GSSSB Sanitary Inspector Recruitment 2026?

AThe application fee is ₹500 for unreserved category candidates and ₹400 for women (all categories), SEBC, SC, ST, EWS, PwD, and ex-servicemen. The fee is refunded to those who appear for the exam.

QWhat is the exam pattern for GSSSB Sanitary Inspector?

AThe exam is a single-stage CBRT/OMR MCQ test with two parts: Part A (Reasoning, Data Interpretation, Mathematics – 60 marks) and Part B (Constitution, Current Affairs, Language Comprehension, Subject knowledge – 150 marks), totaling 210 marks over 3 hours, with 1/4 negative marking.

QWhat is the last date to apply online for GSSSB Municipal Sanitary Inspector Recruitment 2026?

AThe revised last date to apply online is 26 July 2026 (11:59 PM), and the application fee can be paid until 29 July 2026 (11:59 PM).

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