The Gujarat Subordinate Service Selection Board (GSSSB) has released the official notification Advt. No. 458/2026-27 for the recruitment of 131 Staff Nurse (Class-3) posts under the Health and Family Welfare Department, Gujarat. This is one of the biggest Sarkari Naukri opportunities for nursing candidates in Gujarat in 2026 — selected candidates will receive a fixed monthly pay of Rs. 40,800 during the first five years and the regular Level-5 pay scale of Rs. 29,200–Rs. 92,300 thereafter. Candidates holding a B.Sc (Nursing) degree or a GNM diploma recognised by the Gujarat/Indian Nursing Council can apply online through the OJAS portal at ojas.gujarat.gov.in. The online application window opened on 28 September 2026 and closes on 12 October 2026 at 11:59 PM. Selection will be through a competitive written examination of two papers (Nursing and Gujarati). Read the detailed eligibility, age limit, fees and application steps below, and always confirm details from the official notification on gsssb.gujarat.gov.in before applying.

Quick Overview

Eligibility Criteria

• Educational qualification: B.Sc (Nursing) from a recognised University/institution (recognised by the Gujarat Nursing Council or Indian Nursing Council), OR a Diploma in General Nursing & Midwifery (GNM) from an institution recognised by the Gujarat/Indian Nursing Council.
• Computer & language: basic knowledge of computer applications as prescribed under the Gujarat Civil Services Classification and Recruitment (General) Rules, 1967, and adequate knowledge of Gujarati or Hindi.
• Nursing Council registration: candidates must hold — or obtain before appointment — registration with the Gujarat Nursing Council.
• Age: 18–35 years as on 12 October 2026. Relaxation as per government rules: 5 years for general-category women and reserved-category men, 10 years for reserved-category women, and applicable relaxation for disabled and Ex-servicemen candidates.
• Nationality: must be a citizen of India (or meet the nationality condition under Rule-7 of the Gujarat Civil Services Classification and Recruitment (General) Rules, 1967).
• Category certificates must be valid as on the last date of application; reserved-category candidates applying against unreserved posts get no relaxation.

Important Dates

Exam Pattern (Selection Process)

Selection is through a single-stage competitive written examination (MCQ) of two papers, followed by document verification:

How to Apply

1. Complete One Time Registration (OTR) on the OJAS portal at ojas.gujarat.gov.in if you are not already registered — only OTR-registered candidates can apply.
2. Log in, go to "Online Application", click Apply, and select GSSSB.
3. Select Advertisement No. 458/2026-27 (Staff Nurse, Class-3) and read the detailed notification in "More Details" carefully.
4. Enter your OTR registration number and date of birth, then fill in your personal and educational details exactly as in your certificates.
5. Upload your photograph (5 cm × 3.6 cm, white background, taken within one year, JPG under 15 KB) and signature (2.5 cm × 7.5 cm, JPG under 15 KB).
6. Review everything and click "Confirm Application" — no edits are possible after confirmation; note the confirmation number.
7. Pay the exam fee online by 15 October 2026 (11:59 PM) and take a printout of the confirmed application for your records.

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FAQs

Q1. What is the last date to apply for GSSSB Staff Nurse Recruitment 2026?
The last date to submit the online application is 12 October 2026 (11:59 PM); the exam fee can be paid till 15 October 2026.

Q2. What is the educational qualification required for GSSSB Staff Nurse?
Candidates must hold a B.Sc (Nursing) degree or a GNM diploma from a recognised institution, plus basic computer knowledge and knowledge of Gujarati or Hindi.

Q3. What is the salary for GSSSB Staff Nurse?
Selected candidates get a fixed pay of Rs. 40,800/month for the first five years, and thereafter the regular Level-5 pay scale of Rs. 29,200–Rs. 92,300.

Q4. What is the selection process?
A single-stage competitive written examination of two papers (200 marks total, 1/4 negative marking, 40% qualifying in each paper), followed by document verification and a final merit list.

Q5. How do I apply for GSSSB Staff Nurse 2026?
Apply online only through the OJAS portal at ojas.gujarat.gov.in after completing One Time Registration — no offline applications are accepted.

Candidates are advised to read the official notification (Advt. No. 458/2026-27) carefully on gsssb.gujarat.gov.in before applying, and follow Job Ready Portal for the latest Sarkari Naukri updates.