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✓Gujarat Subordinate Service Selection Board (GSSSB)
📋 82 Vacancies 🎓 BBA, BCA, B.Com, B.Sc.(Mathematics/Statistics), B.A(Statistics/Economics/Mathematics). Basic computer knowledge and adequate proficiency in Gujarati, Hindi, or both are required. Note: B.Sc. (CA & IT) and M.Sc. (CA & IT) are not eligible. 🗺️ Gujarat 💰 Fixed pay of ₹49,600 for the first 5 years. Regular Pay Scale of ₹38,600 - ₹1,22,800 (Pay Level-7) thereafter. 📅 Age: 20 to 35 Years as on 21 August 2026. 💳 Fee: Unreserved candidates: ₹500 for Prelims and ₹600 for Mains. Reserved candidates: ₹400 for Prelims and ₹500 for Mains.
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⏰ Last Date: 21 August 2026 (23:59 hrs)
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Job Overview
Total Vacancies
82
Organisation
Gujarat Subordinate Service Selection Board (GSSSB)
Post Category
Class-3 (Group C)
Post Group
Class-3 / Pay Level-7
Pay Scale
Fixed pay of ₹49,600 for the first 5 years. Regular Pay Scale of ₹38,600 - ₹1,22,800 (Pay Level-7) thereafter.
Job Location
Gujarat
Application Mode
Online via OJAS Portal
Qualification
BBA, BCA, B.Com, B.Sc.(Mathematics/Statistics), B.A(Statistics/Economics/Mathematics). Basic computer knowledge and adequate proficiency in Gujarati, Hindi, or both are required. Note: B.Sc. (CA & IT) and M.Sc. (CA & IT) are not eligible.
Selection Process
Preliminary Examination (MCQ) - Main Examination (Descriptive) - Document Verification
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Important Dates
Notification Released
01 August 2026
Application Start
01 August 2026 (14:00 hrs)
Last Date to Apply
21 August 2026 (23:59 hrs)
Application Fee Last Date
23 August 2026 (23:59 hrs)
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🌟 Build a Prestigious Financial Career in Gujarat Urban Governance
The GSSSB Municipal Accountant Recruitment 2026 offers a distinguished administrative opportunity for ambitious commerce, business, and analytical graduates aiming to serve in urban local governance across Gujarat. Under the direct administrative supervision of the Commissioner of Municipality Administration, appointed professionals manage municipal treasury functions, public expenditure oversight, statutory financial reporting, and local civic taxation frameworks.
🎯 Key Professional Highlights:
- 🏛️ Urban Civic Modernization: Direct involvement in public budgeting, grant management, and infrastructure development accounting across various Nagarpalikas.
- 📊 Institutional Financial Integrity: Spearhead double-entry accrual accounting, GST compliance, and public audit coordination with statutory authorities.
- 📈 Long-Term Career Growth: Excellent upward mobility within the common municipal cadre and state administrative hierarchy through structured departmental examinations.
Candidates aiming for the GSSSB Municipal Accountant Recruitment 2026 should focus equally on accounting mastery and descriptive drafting to secure a top rank in this state-level competitive drive
Important Links
| Official Notification | Click Here → |
| Apply Online | Click Here → |
| Official Website | Click Here → |
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Vacancy Breakdown by Post
| Post Name | Dept / Ministry | Vacancies | Pay Level |
|---|---|---|---|
| Municipal Accountant, Class-3 | Office of the Commissioner of Municipality Administration | 82 | Level-7 |
* Vacancy numbers are tentative and subject to revision. Check official notification PDF for category-wise breakup.
State-wise Vacancy
| State | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Gujarat State (Common Cadre) | 82 |
* State-wise vacancy figures are as per the official notification and may change.
Category-wise Vacancy
| Category | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Unreserved (General) | 36 |
| Economically Weaker Section (EWS) | 09 |
| Socially and Educationally Backward Classes (SEBC) | 22 |
| Scheduled Caste (SC) | 05 |
| Scheduled Tribe (ST) | 10 |
* Candidates must hold a valid category certificate to claim reservation benefits.
Salary Breakdown by Post
| Post Name | Pay Scale | Approx. Salary |
|---|---|---|
| Municipal Accountant (Class-3) (First 5 Years) | Fixed Pay | ₹49,600 |
| Municipal Accountant (Class-3) (After 5 Years) | ₹38,600 - ₹1,22,800 (Level-7) | Approx. ₹55,000+ |
* Salary includes basic pay as per 7th Pay Commission. HRA, DA and other allowances are additional.
Age Relaxation
General Age Limit: 20 to 35 Years as on 21 August 2026.
| Category | Age Relaxation |
|---|---|
| General Category Women | 5 Years (Maximum limit up to 40 Years) |
| Reserved Category Men (SC/ST/SEBC/EWS) | 5 Years (Max. limit up to 40 Years) |
| Reserved Category Women (SC/ST/SEBC/EWS) | 10 Years (Max. limit up to 45 Years) |
| General Category PwBD (Men) | 10 Years (Max. limit up to 45 Years) |
| General Category PwBD (Women) | 15 Years (Max. limit up to 45 Years) |
| Reserved Category PwBD (Men) | 15 Years (Max. limit up to 45 Years) |
| Reserved Category PwBD (Women) | 20 Years (Max. limit up to 45 Years) |
| Ex-Servicemen | Length of Duty + 3 Years |
* Age relaxation is applicable as per Government of India rules. Candidates must provide valid category certificate at the time of document verification.
Eligibility Criteria
Nationality
Indian Citizen (or as per Rule-7 of Gujarat Civil Services Rules, 1967)
Experience
Fresher
- → A Bachelor's degree from a recognized university in BBA, BCA, Commerce, Science (Maths/Stats), or Arts (Stats/Economics/Maths) is required.
- → Candidates awaiting final degree examination results may apply for the Preliminary Exam but must produce proof of passing by the final date of the Main Examination application.
- → Candidates holding B.Sc. (CA & IT) or M.Sc. (CA & IT) degrees are strictly not eligible for this post.
- → Basic knowledge of computer applications is mandatory as per Gujarat Civil Services Rules, 1967.
- → Candidates must possess adequate knowledge of Gujarati or Hindi or both.
- → The applicant's age must fall strictly between 20 years and 35 years as of 21 August 2026.
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Application Fee
💡 Fee can be paid online via UPI, Net Banking, VISA/Mastercard/RuPay on the official portal.
Selection Process
1
Preliminary Examination (Objective Type MCQs / Elimination Test)
2
Main Examination (Descriptive Type Written Test)
3
Final Document Verification
Exam Pattern
| Subject | Questions | Marks | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| General Studies (Preliminary - MCQ) | 150 Questions | 150 Marks | 2 Hours |
| Gujarati and English Language (Main - Descriptive) | Not Specified | 100 Marks | 3 Hours |
| Accountancy and Auditing (Main - Descriptive) | Not Specified | 100 Marks | 3 Hours |
* Exam pattern is indicative — refer to the official notification for the final pattern.
Syllabus
| Subject | Topics Covered |
|---|---|
| General Studies (Prelims) | History & Geography of Gujarat, Environment, Current Affairs, Constitution, Science & Tech, Schemes, Disaster Mgmt, Sports, ICT. |
| General Mental Ability (Prelims) | Reasoning, Number Series, Clocks/Calendars, Profit & Loss, Percentages, Interest, Speed/Distance, Geometry Basics. |
| Gujarati Grammar (Prelims) | Synonyms, Antonyms, Idioms, Proverbs, Spelling, Sandhi, Chhand, Alankar. |
| English Grammar (Prelims) | Parts of speech, tenses, modals, voices, reported speech, synonyms, antonyms, jumbled words. |
| Statistics and Mathematics (Prelims) | Data collection, central tendency, sampling, probability, correlation, regression, limits, derivatives, permutations. |
| Economics and Financial Admin (Prelims) | Inflation, National Income, Public Debt, Budgetary processes, CAG, NITI Aayog. |
| Management & International Business (Prelims) | Management principles, Motivation, Leadership, Foreign Exchange, WTO, World Bank, IMF. |
| Public Administration (Prelims) | Organizational structure, Administrative behavior, Financial administration, Civil service reform. |
| Financial Accounting (Prelims) | Basic concepts, Trial balance, Partnership accounts, Company accounts, Ind AS. |
| Income Tax and GST (Prelims) | GST concepts, IT Act 1961, Residential status, Deductions, Returns, Penalities. |
| Cost & Management Accounting (Prelims) | Cost types, Unit/Process costing, Break-even analysis, Budgetary controls, Cash budgets. |
| Auditing (Prelims) | Statutory Auditor duties, Vouching, Internal control, Company Audit. |
| ------- | |
| Main Examination Paper 1 | 12th Standard Level Gujarati and English Language Descriptive Topics. |
| ------ | |
| Main Examination Paper 2 | Degree Level Accountancy, Auditing, and Financial Management Descriptive Topics. |
How to Apply Online
1
Visit the official OJAS Gujarat portal at https://ojas.gujarat.gov.in.
2
Select the "Online Application" tab, click "Apply", and choose "GSSSB".
3
Locate the advertisement for "Municipal Accountant, Class-3 (Advt No. 450/202627)" and click "Apply Now".
4
Fill in all mandatory Personal Details and Educational Details carefully.
5
Accept the "Assurance" declaration and click "Save" to generate your unique Application Number.
6
Upload your scanned passport-size photograph and signature (max size 15kb in JPG format).
7
Verify your entered details and click on "Confirm Application" to generate your Confirmation Number.
8
Print the submitted application form and keep it safe for future reference.
9
Navigate to the "Pay Fees" section on the OJAS portal and pay the application fee online using Debit/Credit Card, Net Banking, UPI, or Wallets before 23 August 2026.
10
Keep the generated E-receipt as proof of successful fee payment.
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Job Role
Working Hours
Standard Gujarat Government administrative hours (Generally 10:30 AM to 6:10 PM).
Department
Commissioner of Municipality Administration under the Urban Development and Urban Housing Department.
Posting Location
Municipality Administration Offices located across the state of Gujarat.
Responsibilities:
Managing the economic ledgers, budgets, and civic expenditures of the municipal administration.
Executing internal audits and ensuring total compliance with Gujarat state financial directives.
Drafting, assessing, and reconciling monthly/annual financial and tax collection statements.
Authorizing vendor payments, handling payroll workflows, and processing state development grants.
Daily Work:
Utilizing state-sanctioned accounting software (like Tally) to record daily vouchers, collaborating with civic planning officials, and resolving real-time economic discrepancies.
Working Environment:
A professional, structured, indoor office/desk environment focusing on administrative and ledger responsibilities.
Managing the economic ledgers, budgets, and civic expenditures of the municipal administration.
Executing internal audits and ensuring total compliance with Gujarat state financial directives.
Drafting, assessing, and reconciling monthly/annual financial and tax collection statements.
Authorizing vendor payments, handling payroll workflows, and processing state development grants.
Daily Work:
Utilizing state-sanctioned accounting software (like Tally) to record daily vouchers, collaborating with civic planning officials, and resolving real-time economic discrepancies.
Working Environment:
A professional, structured, indoor office/desk environment focusing on administrative and ledger responsibilities.
Career Growth
Promotion Timeline
Promotions in state cadre typically unfold every 7 to 10 years, contingent strictly on passing departmental examinations and maintaining a clean performance record.
Promotion Hierarchy:
Municipal Accountant (Class-3)
Senior Accountant / Head Clerk (Accounts)
Accounts Officer (Class-2)
Chief Accounts Officer (Class-1)
Joining at the Class-3 level offers a well-defined, secure ladder toward Gazetted Class-2 and Class-1 ranks. Employees consistently benefit from regular pay commission revisions, establishing a highly rewarding long-term financial administration career.
Municipal Accountant (Class-3)
Senior Accountant / Head Clerk (Accounts)
Accounts Officer (Class-2)
Chief Accounts Officer (Class-1)
Joining at the Class-3 level offers a well-defined, secure ladder toward Gazetted Class-2 and Class-1 ranks. Employees consistently benefit from regular pay commission revisions, establishing a highly rewarding long-term financial administration career.
Training
Training Duration
Customary foundational training of 3 to 6 months post-appointment.
Training Location
Designated State Government Training Institutes (such as SPIPA) or directly within the appointed municipality.
Probation
The first five years of service act as a probationary period under a fixed remuneration scheme.
Bond Period
Regulated by standard Gujarat Government employment terms and conditions at the time of joining.
Candidates will be required to successfully clear departmental accounting and computer proficiency tests to transition from the 5-year fixed pay setup to the regular Level-7 pay matrix.
Reservation
PwBD
Note that this specific advertisement (450/202627) does not directly list reserved vacancies for PwBD, as a separate Special Recruitment Drive (SRD) was previously conducted for these shortages. However, PwBD candidates are still permitted to apply against unreserved seats according to permissible disability criteria (like Blindness, Deafness, Locomotor disability, etc.).
Women
Explicitly reserved only for female candidates originally domiciled in Gujarat. In the absence of eligible female candidates, the seat defaults to male candidates of the respective category.
Sports Quota
Bonus marks are exclusively awarded to candidates who have represented at National, International, or Inter-University levels in recognized sports (like Athletics, Cricket, Swimming, Chess, etc.).
Ex-servicemen
Age relaxation includes the total duty period served in the armed forces plus an additional 3 years.
Horizontal Reservation:
Women Candidates - Reserved sub-allocations within each specific category.
Ex-Servicemen - 10% horizontal reservation.
Widow Candidates - Eligible for an additional 5% weightage on the obtained normalized scores.
Recognized Sports Persons - Eligible for a 5% bonus marks addition to the final merit score.
All reserved category benefits strictly apply to native residents of Gujarat only. SEBC applicants must present a valid Non-Creamy Layer Certificate, while EWS applicants need the designated Income and Asset Certificate obtained within the stipulated dates.
Women Candidates - Reserved sub-allocations within each specific category.
Ex-Servicemen - 10% horizontal reservation.
Widow Candidates - Eligible for an additional 5% weightage on the obtained normalized scores.
Recognized Sports Persons - Eligible for a 5% bonus marks addition to the final merit score.
All reserved category benefits strictly apply to native residents of Gujarat only. SEBC applicants must present a valid Non-Creamy Layer Certificate, while EWS applicants need the designated Income and Asset Certificate obtained within the stipulated dates.
Documents Required
Graduation Mark Sheets and Degree Certificates
School Leaving Certificate (for Age Proof)
Caste / Category Certificate (SC/ST/SEBC) from competent authorities
Non-Creamy Layer Certificate for SEBC candidates (issued between 01/04/2024 to 21/08/2026)
Income and Asset Certificate for EWS candidates
Disability Certificate (Form V, VI, or VII) if claiming PwBD status
Ex-Servicemen Discharge Book and ID Card (if applicable)
Basic Computer Knowledge Certificate/Mark sheet
Passport Size Photograph (White Background, taken within the last year)
Scanned Signature
Sports Certificate for bonus marks (if applicable)
Aadhaar Card or Valid Government ID
Recruitment Overview
The Gujarat Subordinate Service Selection Board is executing a highly anticipated recruitment drive targeting qualified commerce, quantitative science, and administration graduates to fortify the economic backbone of local municipal bodies. This proactive initiative is tailored to elevate civic financial management by inducting sharp, capable talent across Gujarat. For young professionals seeking to root their careers in a secure and respected state government setting, this 82-vacancy cycle presents an unmatched gateway.
About the Organization
Known for its rigorous, transparent, and strictly merit-based examination systems, GSSSB operates as Gujarat's premier testing authority for non-gazetted group posts. The board serves as the ultimate bridge linking ambitious, educated youth with essential administrative gears of the state machinery, continuously maintaining the standard of public sector staffing.
About the Job Profile
Functioning at the nucleus of local governance, the Municipal Accountant oversees complex fiscal policies, ensures meticulous civic expenditure tracking, and upholds rigorous auditing standards. It is a highly analytical desk role demanding uncompromising integrity, a solid command over financial documentation software, and a deep understanding of taxation laws.
Career Opportunities
Immersing oneself in the Urban Development sector provides invaluable exposure to macro-level public finance. It sets the stage for a steady, predictable upward trajectory into elite administrative and gazetted accounting roles. For those who are passionate about contributing directly to community development through sound economic strategy, this pathway is exceptionally fulfilling.
Preparation Tips
With the elimination-style Prelims heavily featuring general studies, quantitative aptitude, and basic taxation, candidates must build a versatile and consistent study routine early on. Transitioning to the Mains will demand high-level descriptive writing skills; hence, practicing detailed essay-type answers in Gujarati and English, alongside brushing up on degree-level auditing frameworks, is the definitive formula for securing a top merit rank.
JobDex Expert Advice
Never wait for the eleventh hour to submit your application on the OJAS portal—server delays are common near the cutoff date. Ensure your caste, non-creamy layer, or EWS certificates fall precisely within the specific timeframes required by the commission to avoid tragic disqualifications during document verification. Lastly, leverage the fact that the application fee is refundable if you attempt the paper; there is absolutely no reason to hold back your application!
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