GSSSB Female Health Worker Recruitment 2026 has been officially announced for 155 posts of Female Health Worker (Stree Arogya Karmi), Class-3 under the Gujarat Health and Family Welfare Department. The online application window is open from 15 June 2026 at 2:00 PM until 29 June 2026 at 11:59 PM on the OJAS portal at https://ojas.gujarat.gov.in. This is an all-women recruitment exclusively for female candidates holding recognised nursing or health worker qualifications.
Note: The application window closes on 29 June 2026 – only 16 days remain to apply.
The selection process consists of a single-stage written examination in MCQ format with 210 questions across two parts: general aptitude (90 marks) and nursing domain knowledge (120 marks). The exam will be conducted using the Computer-Based Response Test (CBRT) or the OMR method. Candidates are advised to start their application immediately, as the fee payment deadline is 01 July 2026.
GSSSB Female Health Worker Recruitment 2026 – Quick Overview
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Organization | Gujarat Gaun Seva Pasandgi Mandal (GSSSB), Gandhinagar |
| Post Name | Female Health Worker (Stree Arogya Karmi), Class-3 |
| Total Vacancies | 155 |
| Advertisement Number | 416/202627 |
| Application Mode | Online only |
| Job Location | Municipal areas across Gujarat |
| Official Website | https://ojas.gujarat.gov.in |
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Release Date | 11/06/2026 |
| Online Application Start | 15/06/2026 (2:00 PM) |
| Last Date to Apply Online | 29/06/2026 (11:59 PM) |
| Last Date to Pay Exam Fee | 01/07/2026 (23:59 hrs) |
| Exam Date | To be announced on gsssb.gujarat.gov.in |
Eligibility Criteria
GSSSB Female Health Worker Recruitment 2026 requires candidates to hold a Secondary (SSC) or Higher Secondary (HSC) qualification along with a recognised Female Health Worker Basic Training Certificate or Auxiliary Nurse Midwife (ANM) Certificate registered with the Gujarat Nursing Council. Basic computer knowledge is mandatory, though candidates without a current computer certificate may apply and obtain one before appointment.
Educational Qualification
Candidates must meet ALL of the following requirements:
- Passed Secondary (SSC) or Higher Secondary (HSC) examination from a recognised board
- Completed the Female Health Worker Basic Training Course recognised by the Government, OR completed the Auxiliary Nurse Midwife (ANM) Course recognised by the Government and registered with the Gujarat Nursing Council
- Possess basic knowledge of computer applications as per the Gujarat Civil Services Classification and Recruitment Rules, 1967
- Possess adequate knowledge of Gujarati, Hindi, or both
Computer knowledge requirement: Candidates without a current computer certificate may still apply. However, a valid Basic Computer Knowledge certificate must be submitted before receiving an appointment order. Failure to do so will result in the cancellation of the selection.
Age Limit
Age is calculated as of 29 June 2026. Since all 155 posts are designated exclusively for female candidates, the minimum age is 18 years.
| Category | Maximum Age |
|---|---|
| General (Unreserved) Female | 45 years |
| SEBC Female | 45 years |
| SC Female | 45 years |
| ST Female | 45 years |
| EWS Female | 45 years |
| General Category Female with Disability | 45 years |
| Reserved Category Female with Disability | 45 years |
| Ex-Servicemen | 40 years + period of service rendered + 3 years |
All reserved category benefits are available only to candidates originally domiciled in Gujarat. SEBC candidates must hold a valid Non-Creamy Layer certificate issued between 01 April 2024 and 29 June 2026. EWS candidates must hold an income/asset certificate issued between 30 June 2023 and 29 June 2026.
Disability (Divyang) Eligibility
The following disability types are eligible for this post: Low Vision (40-70%), Deaf, Hard of Hearing, One Leg, Cerebral Palsy, Leprosy Cured, Dwarfism, Acid Attack Victim, Spinal Deformity, Spinal Injury, Intellectual Disability, Specific Learning Disability, Mental Illness, and Multiple Disabilities. Both Arms (BA) and Both Legs (BL) categories are subject to Medical Board opinion.
Is This Recruitment Right for You?
- Female candidates with Secondary or Higher Secondary qualification and a recognised Female Health Worker Basic Training Certificate or ANM Certificate can apply.
- Candidates aged 18 to 45 years as on 29 June 2026 meet the age eligibility requirement.
- Reserved category candidates (SEBC, SC, ST, EWS) benefit from age relaxation; all reservations are limited to Gujarat domicile only.
- Both employed and unemployed female candidates may apply – prior work experience is not a requirement.
- Candidates without a current computer certificate can still apply, provided they obtain one before appointment.
GSSSB Female Health Worker Recruitment 2026 – Vacancy Breakdown
| Category | Posts |
|---|---|
| Unreserved (General) | 17 |
| EWS (Economically Weaker Section) | 15 |
| SEBC (Socially & Educationally Backward Class) | 80 |
| SC (Scheduled Caste) | 0 |
| ST (Scheduled Tribe) | 43 |
| Total | 155 |
Disability (Divyang) quota posts for this cadre will be advertised separately under a special recruitment drive. Ex-serviceman quota is 10% adjusted against respective categories. Vacancy numbers are subject to revision.
About the Female Health Worker Role
Female Health Worker posts in Gujarat’s municipal health system involve delivering primary health care services, health promotion, and community nursing at the grassroots level. The role requires fieldwork in urban municipal areas, including vaccination campaigns, health education, antenatal care coordination, and management of common health conditions in the community. This is a Class-3 Group C position under the 7th Pay Commission, with potential for regularisation into a permanent scale after five years of satisfactory service. The role demands strong interpersonal skills, clinical knowledge of nursing procedures, and commitment to public health service in urban communities.
Pay Scale and Benefits
Selected candidates will initially be appointed on a fixed pay basis for the first five years. After completion of five years of service, candidates become eligible for regularisation in the 7th Pay Commission pay scale, subject to satisfactory performance.
| Period | Pay |
|---|---|
| First 5 years (Fixed Pay) | ₹26,000/- per month |
| After 5 years (Regular Pay Scale, 7th CPC) | ₹19,900/- to ₹63,200/- (Pay Level-2) |
The regularisation after five years is contingent on satisfactory performance and the outcome of SLP No. 14124/2012 and SLP No. 14125/2012 pending before the Hon’ble Supreme Court. Other admissible allowances will be provided as per relevant Government resolutions. At Pay Level-2, selected candidates can expect an in-hand salary of approximately ₹32,000-₹48,000 per month after regularisation, inclusive of basic pay and statutory allowances, before location-based HRA adjustments.
Application Fee
| Category | Exam Fee |
|---|---|
| Unreserved (General) | ₹500 |
| Reserved (SEBC, SC, ST, EWS, Divyang, Ex-Servicemen) | ₹400 |
Fee payment deadline: 01 July 2026 (23:59 hrs). Payment is accepted via Debit Card, Internet Banking, UPI, or Wallets; transaction charges apply additionally. Applications without a fee confirmation will be rejected without notice. Candidates who appear for the exam will receive a refund of the fee through the same payment mode used. Candidates who do not appear will not receive any refund.
Selection Process
Selection is conducted through a single-stage competitive written examination. There is no interview stage.
| Stage | Details |
|---|---|
| Written Examination | MCQ/CBRT or OMR format, 210 questions, 210 marks, 3 hours duration |
| Exam Pattern | Part A: 90 marks (General Aptitude). Part-B: 120 marks (Nursing Domain Knowledge) |
| Passing Criteria | Minimum 40% in Part-A AND 40% in Part-B is required for all categories |
| Negative Marking | 1/4 mark deducted for each wrong answer |
| Provisional Result | Published on gsssb.gujarat.gov.in after the exam |
| Answer Key | Provisional answer key published with objection window; final key issued after review |
| Certificate Verification | Approximately 2× the number of available posts shortlisted on merit |
| Final Selection List | Merit-based selection list published on the official website |
| Appointment | By the concerned department of the State Government |
Bonus Marks
- Widow candidates: 5% bonus marks added to final MCQ/CBRT score (subject to not having remarried)
- Sports persons: 5% bonus marks for candidates who have represented at National/International, Inter-University, or All India School Federation level competitions in recognised sports
Exam Pattern and Syllabus
The written examination is divided into two parts in a single question paper, with a total duration of 3 hours (180 minutes).
| Part | Subject | Questions | Marks |
|---|---|---|---|
| Part-A | Reasoning & Data Interpretation | 30 | 30 |
| Quantitative Aptitude | 30 | 30 | |
| Constitution of India, Current Affairs, Gujarati & English Comprehension | 30 | 30 | |
| Part-A Total | 90 | 90 | |
| Part-B | Technical Subject (Nursing & Health) | 120 | 120 |
| Grand Total | 210 | 210 |
Part-A questions will be in both Gujarati and English. Part-B questions will also be bilingual (Gujarati and English).
Part-A Syllabus (90 Marks)
Reasoning & Data Interpretation (30 marks): Problems on Ages, Venn Diagrams, Visual Reasoning, Blood Relations, Arithmetic Reasoning, Data Interpretation (Charts, Graphs, Tables), Data Sufficiency.
Quantitative Aptitude (30 marks): Number Systems, Simplification & Algebra, AP & GP, Average, Percentage, Profit-Loss, Ratio & Proportion, Partnership, Time & Work, Time-Speed-Distance, Work-Wages & Chain Rule.
Constitution of India (10 marks): Preamble, Fundamental Rights, Directive Principles of State Policy, Fundamental Duties, Powers of President/Vice President/Governor, Parliamentary System, Constitutional Amendments, Emergency Provisions, Centre-State Relations, Judicial System, Constitutional Bodies.
Current Affairs (10 marks): State, national, and international events of importance.
Comprehension (10 marks): Gujarati comprehension (5 marks) and English comprehension (5 marks) – paragraph-based or statement/assertion type questions.
Part-B Syllabus (120 Marks)
| Topic | Questions | Marks |
|---|---|---|
| Community Health Nursing | 20 | 20 |
| Health Promotion (Nutrition, Human Body & Hygiene, Environmental Sanitation, Mental Health) | 20 | 20 |
| Primary Health Care Nursing (Infection & Immunisation, Communicable Diseases, Community Health Problems, First Aid & Referral) | 20 | 20 |
| Child Health Nursing | 20 | 20 |
| Midwifery | 20 | 20 |
| Health Centre Management | 20 | 20 |
| Total | 120 | 120 |
How to Apply for GSSSB Female Health Worker Recruitment 2026
Online applications are accepted at https://ojas.gujarat.gov.in. No offline or postal applications will be accepted.
- Visit https://ojas.gujarat.gov.in
- Click on Online Application → Apply → Select GSSSB
- Click on Advertisement No. 416/202627 – Female Health Worker Class-3
- Click Apply Now, then Skip to open the application form
- Fill in Personal Details – all fields marked with an asterisk (*) are mandatory
- Fill in Educational Details – certificate numbers, dates, and issuing bodies must match original documents exactly
- Accept the Assurance/Declaration checkbox and click Save – your Application Number will be generated
- Upload Photograph (5 cm × 3.6 cm, JPG format, maximum 15 KB, white background with date stamp, taken within one year of the last date) and Signature (2.5 cm × 7.5 cm, JPG format, maximum 15 KB)
- Click Confirm Application and verify all details carefully – a Confirmation Number will be generated; save this number securely as all future communications will require it
- Click Print Application and download a copy for your records
- Pay the exam fee online by 01 July 2026 via Debit Card, Internet Banking, UPI, or Wallet
- Save the fee payment receipt – without it, the application is invalid, and you will not be admitted to the exam
Once the application is confirmed, no changes can be made by either the candidate or the Board. If a correction is required after confirmation, submit a fresh application before the last date and pay the fee again. If multiple applications are submitted, only the last confirmed application with a paid fee will be treated as valid; fees from earlier applications are not refunded or carried forward.
Common Mistakes to Avoid While Applying
- Selecting the wrong category: Your category selection (General/EWS/SEBC/SC/ST) cannot be changed after application confirmation – double-check eligibility and documentary proof before submitting
- Paying the fee after the deadline: The fee payment portal closes automatically at 23:59 on 01 July 2026 – no late fee payment is accepted under any circumstances
- Losing the Confirmation Number: All admit card downloads, result checks, and further communications require the Confirmation Number, not the Application Number – save it securely
- Uploading a photo outside specifications: The photograph must be exactly 5 cm × 3.6 cm, with a white background, dated, and taken within one year of 29 June 2026 – incorrect size will cause form rejection at the verification stage.
- Submitting wrong certificates for SEBC status: SEBC married female candidates must provide the Non-Creamy Layer certificate based on parents’ income, not the spouse’s income – providing the spouse’s income certificate will result in disqualification.
- Applying without computer knowledge: Candidates can apply without a current computer certificate, but MUST arrange one before receiving the appointment order – not doing so leads to automatic cancellation of selection.
- Submitting multiple applications with incomplete fees: Only the last confirmed application with a paid fee is valid – earlier applications’ fees are neither refunded nor adjusted
What Happens After You Apply
- Application window closes on 29 June 2026 (11:59 PM)
- Fee payment window closes on 01 July 2026 (23:59 hrs) – applications without paid fees are rejected automatically
- Provisional Answer Key published on gsssb.gujarat.gov.in – candidates can file objections online within the specified window
- Final Answer Key released after considering valid objections
- Written examination is conducted in CBRT or OMR format on the date announced on the official website
- Provisional result published – merit list including qualifying candidates displayed on gsssb.gujarat.gov.in
- Certificate Verification conducted for approximately 2× the number of available posts (around 310 candidates)
- Final Selection List published on gsssb.gujarat.gov.in after all verifications
- Appointment order issued by the Department of Health and Family Welfare, Government of Gujarat – joining instructions will be communicated to selected candidates
Important Links
| Particulars | Link |
|---|---|
| Apply Online at OJAS | Click Here |
| Download Official Notification (Advertisement 416/202627) | Click Here |
| GSSSB Official Website | Click Here |
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q1. Can male candidates apply for the GSSSB Female Health Worker Recruitment 2026?
Ans. No. This recruitment is exclusively for female candidates. Male candidates are not eligible to apply under any circumstances, as specified in Advertisement No. 416/202627.
Q2. What is the minimum educational qualification required?
Ans. Candidates must have passed Secondary (SSC) or Higher Secondary (HSC) examination from a recognised board AND completed either the Female Health Worker Basic Training Course recognised by the Government, or the Auxiliary Nurse Midwife (ANM) Course recognised by the Government and registered with the Gujarat Nursing Council. Basic computer knowledge is also mandatory.
Q3. I don’t have a computer certificate yet. Can I still apply?
Ans. Yes, you can apply without a current computer certificate. However, you must obtain a valid Basic Computer Knowledge certificate before receiving your appointment order. Failure to do so will result in the cancellation of your selection.
Q4. What is the exam format for the GSSSB Female Health Worker Recruitment 2026?
Ans. The exam is a single-stage written examination with 210 multiple-choice questions (MCQ format) worth 210 marks, conducted using Computer-Based Response Test (CBRT) or OMR method. The total duration is 3 hours. Part A covers general aptitude (90 marks), and Part B covers nursing domain knowledge (120 marks). Negative marking of 1/4 mark applies for each wrong answer.
Q5. What is the minimum qualifying score?
Ans. Candidates must obtain a minimum of 40% marks in Part A and 40% marks in Part B separately to qualify. This rule applies to all categories.
Q6. What are the bonus marks offered, and who is eligible?
Ans. Widow candidates who have not remarried receive 5% bonus marks added to their final MCQ/CBRT score. Sports persons who have represented at National/International, Inter-University, or All India School Federation level competitions in recognised sports also receive 5% bonus marks.
Q7. When will the admit card be released?
Ans. The admit card will be released on the official website https://gsssb.gujarat.gov.in before the exam date. The exact date will be announced on the official notification. Candidates must use their Confirmation Number (generated at the time of application) to download the admit card.
Q8. What documents are required for certificate verification?
Ans. Candidates shortlisted for certificate verification (approximately 2× the number of available posts) must bring original certificates including SSC/HSC qualification, Female Health Worker Basic Training Certificate or ANM Certificate registered with the Gujarat Nursing Council, domicile certificate, caste certificate (if applicable), Non-Creamy Layer certificate (for SEBC candidates, issued between 01 April 2024 and 29 June 2026), income/asset certificate (for EWS candidates, issued between 30 June 2023 and 29 June 2026), and any other documents specified in the verification notice.
What to Do Next
Eligible female candidates should submit the online application at https://ojas.gujarat.gov.in before 29 June 2026 at 11:59 PM and ensure fee payment is completed by 01 July 2026 to avoid automatic rejection. After the application window closes, the GSSSB will announce the exam date and release admit cards on the official website using your Confirmation Number. Bookmark MyNaukriAlert.com to stay updated on the GSSSB Female Health Worker admit card, result, and final selection list announcements as they are published.
