GSSSB Recruitment 2025:-The Gujarat Subordinate Service Selection Board (GSSSB) has officially released the notification for the direct recruitment of Senior Sub-Editor and Information Assistant (Class-3) posts under Advertisement No. 326/202526. A total of 48 vacancies are to be filled in the Information and Broadcasting Department, Government of Gujarat, through a competitive examination.
📌 GSSSB Senior Sub-Editor & Information Assistant Recruitment 2025 – Key Highlights
| Particular | Details |
|---|---|
| Organization | Gujarat Subordinate Service Selection Board (GSSSB) |
| Advt. No. | 326/202526 |
| Posts | Senior Sub-Editor & Information Assistant (Class-3) |
| Total Vacancies | 48 |
| Job Location | Gujarat |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Official Websites | ojas.gujarat.gov.in gsssb.gujarat.gov.in |
| Application Dates | 28-07-2025 (14:00 hrs) to 11-08-2025 (23:59 hrs) |
🧾 Vacancy Details – GSSSB Class-3 Posts 2025
| Post Name | Vacancy | Pay Scale (Initial 5 Years) | Regular Pay Scale |
|---|---|---|---|
| Senior Sub-Editor (Class-3) | 07 | ₹49,600/- per month (fixed) | ₹49,600–₹1,20,600 (Level 7) |
| Information Assistant (Class-3) | 41 | ₹40,800/- per month (fixed) | ₹29,200–₹92,300 (Level 5) |
| Total | 48 | — | — |
🎓 Eligibility Criteria – GSSSB Recruitment 2025
Educational Qualification
Candidates must possess any one of the following:
- A postgraduate degree or master’s degree in Journalism/Mass Communication/Development Communication/Communication Studies, or equivalent.
- A bachelor’s degree in Journalism and Mass Communication/Public Relations.
- A postgraduate diploma in Journalism and Mass Communication.
Other Requirements:
- Basic computer knowledge as per Gujarat Civil Services Classification Rules, 1967.
- Adequate knowledge of Gujarati or Hindi or both.
- Candidates appearing for final year exams may apply but must produce results during document verification.
GSSSB Recruitment 2025
🎂 Age Limit – GSSSB Senior Sub-Editor & Info Assistant 2025
- Minimum Age: 18 years
- Maximum Age: 37 years (as on 11-08-2025)
Age Relaxation (as per category):
| Category | Relaxation | Max Age Limit |
|---|---|---|
| General Female | 5 Years | 42 Years |
| Reserved Male | 5 Years | 42 Years |
| Reserved Female | 10 Years | 45 Years |
| PwD (UR Male) | 10 Years | 45 Years |
| PwD (UR Female) | 15 Years | 45 Years |
| PwD (Reserved Male) | 15 Years | 45 Years |
| PwD (Reserved Female) | 20 Years | 45 Years |
| Ex-Servicemen | Service Period + 3 Years | 45 Years |
💸 Application Fee – GSSSB Class-3 Recruitment 2025
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| General (Unreserved) | ₹500/- |
| All Reserved, Female, PwD, Ex-Servicemen | ₹400/- |
- Fee must be paid online only through Debit Card, Internet Banking, UPI, or Wallet.
- Last date for fee payment: 14-08-2025 (23:59 hrs)
- No fee refund in any case, even if the application is rejected.
🧪 Selection Process – GSSSB Senior Sub-Editor & Info Assistant 2025
The selection will be conducted in two stages:
📍 Stage 1: Preliminary Exam (MCQ – CBRT Mode)
- Mode: Computer-Based Test (CBRT)
- Total Questions: 100
- Total Marks: 100
- Duration: 100 minutes
- Negative Marking: 1/4th mark for each wrong answer
| Part | Subject | No. of Questions | Marks |
| Part-A | General Studies History, Constitution of India, Current Affairs, Geography and Culture of Gujarat | 30 | 30 |
| Part-B | Quantitative Skill Test (Only Arithmetic) Test of Reasoning | 15 | 15 |
| Part-C | Science and Technology | 15 | 15 |
| Part-D | Public Administration, Government, Business and Professional Ethics | 15 | 15 |
| Part-E | Journalism | 25 | 25 |
| Total | 100 | 100 |
🔹 Minimum Qualifying Marks: 40%
🔹 Prelims is qualifying and only used for shortlisting. Scores will not be counted in final merit.
📍 Stage 2: Mains Exam (Descriptive)
| Paper | Subject | Marks | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| Paper 1 | Gujarati Language | 100 | 180 minutes |
| Paper 2 | English Language | 100 | 180 minutes |
| Paper 3 | Journalism | 200 | 180 minutes |
| Total | — | 400 | — |
📝 How to Apply – GSSSB Recruitment 2025
Interested candidates can apply online by following these steps:
- Visit ojas.gujarat.gov.in
- Click on “Online Application”
- Select Advt. No. 326/202526
- Fill in the application form with all accurate personal and academic details.
- Upload scanned documents and signature.
- Submit the application and note your Confirmation Number.
- Pay the application fee online before 14-08-2025.
- Download and save your application and fee receipt for future reference.
🔗 Important Links
| Title | Link |
|---|---|
| Official OJAS Portal | ojas.gujarat.gov.in |
| GSSSB Official Website | gsssb.gujarat.gov.in |
| Apply Online | Click Here |
| Download Notification PDF | Available on GSSSB Site |
📅 Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Online Application Start | 28 July 2025 (14:00 hrs) |
| Last Date to Apply | 11 August 2025 (23:59 hrs) |
| Last Date for Fee Payment | 14 August 2025 (23:59 hrs) |
| Preliminary Exam | To Be Announced |
| Mains Exam | To Be Announced |
📝 Final Thoughts
The GSSSB Senior Sub-Editor and Information Assistant Recruitment 2025 is a golden opportunity for journalism and mass communication professionals to work with the Gujarat government. Ensure you meet all eligibility criteria, apply carefully, and start preparing for both prelims and mains exams.
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