GPSC GWSSB Assistant Engineer Recruitment 2026 Complete Guide to Apply for 212 AE Civil & Mechanical Posts

Introduction

If you're a civil or mechanical engineering graduate dreaming of a stable government job in Gujarat, your moment has arrived. The Gujarat Public Service Commission (GPSC) has officially released a recruitment notification under its R-8 Branch for Assistant Engineer (Civil) and Assistant Engineer (Mechanical), Class-2 posts under the Gujarat Water Supply and Sewerage Board (GWSSB).

With a total of 212 vacancies - 175 for Civil and 37 for Mechanical — this is one of the most significant engineering recruitment drives announced by GPSC for the year 2026–27. The online application window is open from 5 May 2026 to 19 May 2026, giving eligible candidates a limited but sufficient time to submit their applications at https://gpsc-ojas.gujarat.gov.in.

In this comprehensive guide, we break down every detail of the GPSC GWSSB AE Recruitment 2026 - from eligibility criteria and vacancy breakdown to exam pattern, salary, and step-by-step application process.

GPSC GWSSB AE Recruitment 2026 - At a Glance

*Note: 7 posts under Mechanical are reserved exclusively under the Special Recruitment Drive for Persons with Disability (PwD).

Vacancy Breakdown: Category-Wise Details

Advertisement No. 18/2026-27 - Assistant Engineer (Civil), Class-2

Total Vacancies: 175

Reservations for Special Categories (Civil):

Advertisement No. 21/2026-27 - Assistant Engineer (Mechanical), Class-2

Total Vacancies: 30 + 7* = 37

Reservations for Special Categories (Mechanical):

PwD (Person with Disability) Reservation — Mechanical Post

Eligibility Criteria

Educational Qualification

Both posts share a similar educational framework:

For AE (Civil) - Advt. No. 18/2026-27:

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering (Civil) or Technology (Civil) from a University established under Central or State Act in India, or an institution recognized under UGC Act 1956, Section 3.
• Basic knowledge of computer applications as per Gujarat Civil Services Classification and Recruitment (General) Rules 1967.
• Adequate knowledge of Gujarati or Hindi or both.

For AE (Mechanical) - Advt. No. 21/2026-27:

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering (Mechanical) or Technology (Mechanical) from a recognized Indian University or equivalent qualification recognized by the Government.
• Basic knowledge of computer applications.
• Adequate knowledge of Gujarati or Hindi or both.

Age Limit

Pay Scale and Job Profile

Selected candidates will serve as employees/officers of GWSSB - not of the Government of Gujarat. This is an important distinction regarding service rules, benefits, and transfers.

Exam Pattern and Selection Process

The selection for both AE (Civil) and AE (Mechanical) posts will follow a two-stage process:

Stage 1: Preliminary Test (Objective Type)

Key Points:

• Medium of exam: Gujarati (unless otherwise decided by GPSC)
• Minimum qualifying marks: 15% of total marks (i.e., 45 out of 300)
• Candidates scoring below 15% will not be considered for interview
• Exam venue: Gandhinagar / Ahmedabad (candidates must appear at their own expense)
• The syllabus is available on gpsc.gujarat.gov.in

Number of Candidates Called for Interview

Stage 2: Interview (Viva Voce)

Final Merit Calculation

Application Fee

Fee once paid is non-refundable under any circumstances. You can pay via Post Office or Online via the GPSC-OJAS portal.

Important Dates

How to Apply Online - Step-by-Step

Follow these steps to successfully submit your GPSC GWSSB AE 2026 application:

• Visit the official portal: https://gpsc-ojas.gujarat.gov.in
• Click on "Online Application" → "Apply" in the menu bar.
• Select the relevant advertisement (18/2026-27 or 21/2026-27) and click "Apply".
• Read the advertisement summary and click "Apply Now".
• Enter your One Time Registration (OTR) number and Date of Birth → click "Apply".
• Fill in Personal Details, Communication Details, Other Details, and Language Details.
• Upload Photograph: Passport-size, white background, with date printed on photo, size 5 cm × 3.6 cm, JPG format, max 10 KB. Photo must not be older than 1 year.
• Upload Signature: On white paper in black/blue ink, size 2.5 cm × 7.5 cm, JPG format, max 10 KB.
• Fill in Education Details and Experience Details (if applicable).
• Read and confirm the Self-Declaration.
• Click "Save" - your Application Number and Confirmation Number will be generated. Save both carefully.

Documents Required at the Time of Interview

• SSC/10th Certificate (for Date of Birth proof)
• Engineering Degree/Mark sheets (all semesters)
• Caste Certificate (SC/ST/SEBC/EWS) & Non-Creamy Layer Certificate (NCLC) for SEBC
• Disability Certificate (for PwD candidates)
• Discharge Book copy (for Ex-Servicemen)
• No Objection Certificate from employer (if applicable)
• Computer knowledge certificate (CCC or equivalent)
• Experience certificate in GPSC-prescribed format (if applicable)

Key Rules You Must Know

Regarding Reserved Category Candidates

• Only candidates of Gujarat origin belonging to SC, ST, SEBC, and EWS categories will receive reservation benefits.
• Reserved category candidates can apply against unreserved posts but will be evaluated as per unreserved standards — including age limits.

Regarding Women Candidates

• Reserved seats for women that go unfilled can be allotted to male candidates of the same category.
• Widow candidates who have not remarried get an additional 5% bonus marks.

Disqualification Criteria

• Incomplete or inconsistent information in the application or missing signature upload.
• Photo not in passport size or older than 1 year.
• Missing PwD certificate, discharge book, or marksheets.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)