GSSSB Combined Competitive Examination (GSSSB CCE Class 3) 2026: Official Notification, Pattern, Syllabus & Mock Tests
GSSSB CCE is the primary unified recruitment examination for non-gazetted Group C administrative and clerical staff across Gujarat government departments.
Examination Overview
GSSSB CCE is the primary unified recruitment examination for non-gazetted Group C administrative and clerical staff across Gujarat government departments.
| Exam Name | GSSSB Combined Competitive Examination (GSSSB CCE Class 3) |
|---|---|
| Conducting Authority | Gujarat Subordinate Service Selection Board (GSSSB) |
| Exam Level | State |
| Frequency | Annual |
| Mode of Examination | Computer Based Test (CBT) / Written Examination |
| Language of Exam | English, Hindi & State Regional Languages |
| Official Website | https://gsssb.gujarat.gov.in ↗ |
Important Dates & Events
Timeline confirmed from official notices issued by Gujarat Subordinate Service Selection Board (GSSSB).
| Event / Milestone | Important Date / Status |
|---|---|
| Official GSSSB CCE Notification | Published on gsssb.gujarat.gov.in |
| Online Application on OJAS | Available on ojas.gujarat.gov.in |
| Prelims CBRT (Computer Based Test) | Conducted in multiple shifts across Gujarat |
| Mains Examination (Group A / Group B) | Descriptive Mains for Group A & Objective for Group B |
| Document Verification & Department Allocation | GSSSB Office, Gandhinagar |
Exam Pattern & Marking Scheme
{"stage1":"Prelims (CBT): 100 Questions, 100 Marks, 60 Minutes (Reasoning 40 Qs, Quantitative Aptitude 30 Qs, English 15 Qs, Gujarati 15 Qs)","stage2":"Mains: Group A (Descriptive Papers: Gujarati 100M, English 100M, General Studies 150M); Group B (Objective MCQ Test: 200 Qs, 200 Marks)"}
| Examination Parameter | Scheme Details | Remarks / Evaluation |
|---|---|---|
| Question Format | Multiple Choice Questions (Objective MCQs) | 4 or 5 options per question |
| Evaluation Mode | Computer Based Test (CBT) / Offline OMR Sheet | Centralized Evaluation System |
| Negative Marking Scheme | Standard 1/3rd or 1/4th negative deduction | Penalized for incorrect responses |
| Language Medium | Bilingual (English & Hindi) + Regional State Languages | Language toggle available in CBT |
| Normalization | Equipercentile or Percentile method across shifts | Multi-shift normalization applied |
Selection Process & Stages
Candidate progression through sequential recruitment tiers:
Preliminary / Tier 1 Examination
Comprehensive objective screening test covering core aptitude, reasoning, general knowledge and language skills.
Mains / Tier 2 / Skill Test
Advanced written assessment or post-specific technical/descriptive examination determining the final merit order.
Document Verification & Medical
Scrutiny of original certificates, category credentials, age proofs and required medical fitness examination.
Eligibility Criteria (Age & Educational Qualification)
{"min_education":"Graduate Degree in any discipline + Basic Computer Knowledge (CCC certificate)","min_age":20,"max_age":35}
| Parameter | Eligibility Condition | Relaxation Norms |
|---|---|---|
| Educational Criteria | {"min_education":"Graduate Degree in any discipline + Basic Computer Knowledge (CCC certificate)","min_age":20,"max_age":35} | Recognized Board / University required |
| Age Requirement | As specified in official notification (General Category) | SC/ST: +5 Years | OBC: +3 Years | PwD: +10 Years |
| Citizenship | Citizen of India | Subject of Nepal/Bhutan as per Central/State rules |
| Language Proficiency | Regional / English & Hindi working knowledge | Applicable as per State / National jurisdiction |
Detailed Syllabus by Subject
{"prelims":"Arithmetic, Data Interpretation, Logical Reasoning, Syllogisms, Gujarati Grammar & Vocabulary, English Grammar & Comprehension"}
📖 General Studies & Current Affairs
- Current National & International Events
- Indian History & Freedom Struggle
- Indian & World Geography
- General Science (Physics, Chemistry, Biology)
- Indian Polity, Constitution & Governance
- Basic Economic Concepts & Budget Highlights
🔢 Quantitative & Numerical Aptitude
- Simplification, Number System, HCF & LCM
- Percentage, Ratio & Proportion, Profit & Loss
- Simple & Compound Interest
- Time, Speed & Distance, Time & Work
- Data Interpretation (Tables, Bar & Pie Charts)
🧩 Reasoning & Mental Ability
- Analogies, Classification & Series Completion
- Coding-Decoding & Blood Relations
- Direction Sense Test & Ranking Order
- Syllogisms, Statements & Assumptions
- Non-Verbal Reasoning & Figure Counting
📝 Language Comprehension
- Reading Comprehension Passages
- Vocabulary, Synonyms & Antonyms
- Grammar, Error Spotting & Sentence Correction
- Cloze Test, Idioms & Phrases
- One Word Substitutions & Spelling Check
Preparation Strategy & Cut-Off Trends
Historical scoring benchmarks and safe score targets for GSSSB Combined Competitive Examination (GSSSB CCE Class 3) based on competitive trends:
| Category | Safe Target Percentage | Preparation Focus | Benchmark Accuracy |
|---|---|---|---|
| General (UR) | 75% - 82% | Speed + Negative Control in Reasoning & Quant | 90%+ Accuracy |
| OBC / EWS | 70% - 76% | High Scoring in Current Affairs & Language | 88%+ Accuracy |
| SC / ST | 62% - 70% | Syllabus Coverage & Previous Year Papers | 85%+ Accuracy |
| PwD / Ex-SM | 55% - 65% | Sectional Cut-Off clearance + Accuracy | 82%+ Accuracy |
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