GSSSB Vanpal (Forester) Recruitment 2026 Out: Apply Online for 15 PwD Posts
The Gujarat Subordinate Service Selection Board (GSSSB) has announced a Special Recruitment Drive (Advt No. 406/202526) exclusively for Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwD). Applications are invited for 15 vacancies for the post of Vanpal (Forester), Class-3, under the Forest and Environment Department, Government of Gujarat.
This is a highly anticipated opportunity for eligible Divyang (PwD) candidates holding a bachelor’s degree. Eligible candidates can submit their applications online through the official OJAS Gujarat portal starting from June 04, 2026.
Recruitment Overview
| Conducting Body | Gujarat Subordinate Service Selection Board (GSSSB) |
| Department | Principal Chief Conservator of Forests, Forest & Environment Dept. |
| Post Name | Vanpal (Forester), Class-3 |
| Total Vacancies | 15 Posts (Exclusively for PwD – Group C) |
| Salary (First 5 Years) | ā¹ 26,000/- Per Month (Fixed) |
| Application Mode | Online (OJAS) |
Important Dates
- Apply Online Starts: 04 June 2026 (14:00)
- Last Date to Apply: 18 June 2026 (23:59)
- Fee Payment Deadline: 20 June 2026 (23:59)
Application Fee
- Reserved Category (PwD): ā¹ 400/-
- *Refund Policy: The application fee of ā¹400/- paid by the candidates will be completely refunded to those who actually appear for the preliminary examination. Payment must be made online via the OJAS portal.
Eligibility Criteria & Physical Standards
1 Educational Qualification
- Must possess a Bachelor’s Degree from any recognized University incorporated by an Act of the Central or State Legislature in India.
- Must possess basic knowledge of computer application.
- Adequate knowledge of Gujarati or Hindi or both is required.
2 Age Limit (As on 18.06.2026)
The minimum age is 18 Years and the maximum base age limit is 35 Years. Since this is a PwD Special Drive, massive age relaxations apply:
- General Category PwD (Male): 10 Years relaxation.
- General Category PwD (Female): 15 Years relaxation.
- Reserved Category PwD (Male): 15 Years relaxation.
- Reserved Category PwD (Female): 20 Years relaxation.
- Note: Maximum age limit inclusive of all relaxations must not exceed 45 Years.
3 Vacancy & Disability Group (Important)
All 15 vacancies are strictly reserved under Disability Group ‘C’. Eligible candidates must have benchmark disabilities related to Locomotor Disability, Leprosy Cured (LC), Dwarfism, Acid Attack Victims (AAV), or Muscular Dystrophy as defined in the notification. Medical certificates must be issued by the Civil Surgeon/Superintendent.
Selection Process & Exam Pattern
The selection process involves three major stages: a Written Examination, a Physical Efficiency/Walking Test, and Document Verification.
Stage 1: Written Examination (CBRT / OMR)
- Format: Objective Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs).
- Total Questions/Marks: 100 Questions for 200 Marks (Each question carries 2 marks).
- Duration: 3 Hours.
- Negative Marking: 0.25 marks will be deducted for each incorrect answer.
- Qualifying Marks: A minimum of 40% (i.e., 80 marks out of 200) is required to qualify for the next stage.
Syllabus Weightage:
| Subject | Weightage |
|---|---|
| General Knowledge | 25% |
| General Mathematics | 12.5% |
| Gujarati Language | 12.5% |
| Environment & Ecology, Flora/Fauna, Wildlife, Water, Land, Herbs, Wood Industries, Geographical Factors | 50% |
Stage 2: Physical Efficiency / Walking Test
Candidates numbering approx 15 times the vacancies will be called for the Physical Efficiency Test (Qualifying in nature).
- Male Candidates: Must successfully complete a 25 Kilometers walking test within 4 Hours.
- Female Candidates: Must successfully complete a 14 Kilometers walking test within 4 Hours.
- Note: Standard physical measurements (Height, Chest, Weight) apply as per the forest department rules, adapted for PwD capabilities as outlined in the official notification.
Official Action Links
Access the official notification directly or proceed to the OJAS portal to submit your application form.
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
No. This is a Special Recruitment Drive (Advt No. 406/202526) conducted explicitly to fill the backlog vacancies for Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwD) under Group ‘C’ as per government provisions. General non-PwD candidates are not eligible for these 15 specific posts.
Yes. According to the Ministry of Social Justice & Empowerment guidelines, eligible candidates with benchmark disabilities (like Locomotor disability limiting writing capability) can avail the facility of a Scribe and compensatory time (20 minutes per hour) upon prior approval from the Board.
Yes. The prescribed application fee of Rs. 400/- paid online by the candidates will be fully refunded directly to their source account, strictly provided that the candidate actually appears for the preliminary examination. Absent candidates will forfeit the fee.
Disclaimer of Authenticity
Mvisualist.com is an independent educational platform. The recruitment details provided here are carefully synthesized from the official GSSSB (Gujarat Subordinate Service Selection Board) Advt 406/202526 PDF. Candidates must verify all eligibility parameters, physical standards, and application instructions directly from the official GSSSB and OJAS Gujarat portals before submitting their applications.