GSSC Recruitment 2026 – 215 Vacancies, Apply Online
Goa Staff Selection Commission has released Advertisement No. 3 of Year 2026 for various Group ‘C’ posts in Government Departments of Goa. Check vacancies, important dates and online application details.
Latest GSSC Recruitment 2026 Update
The Goa Staff Selection Commission (GSSC) has issued Advertisement No. 3 of Year 2026, dated 04 September 2026, inviting online applications for various Group ‘C’ posts in different Government Departments of Goa.
According to the brief advertisement, applications will be accepted online only. The online application portal will be available from 11 September 2026, while the last date for submission of the online application is 02 October 2026.
Desktop Publishing Operator – 03
Lower Division Clerk / Recovery Clerk – 197
Data Entry Operator – 02
Junior Assistant – 13
GSSC Recruitment 2026 – Overview
| Particular | Details |
|---|---|
| Organization | Goa Staff Selection Commission |
| Advertisement No. | Advertisement No. 3 of Year 2026 |
| Advertisement Date | 04 September 2026 |
| Post Category | Group ‘C’ Posts |
| Total Tentative Vacancies | 215 |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Application Portal Available | 11 September 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 02 October 2026 |
| Detailed Advertisement | To be uploaded by 11 September 2026 |
| Examination Date | To be intimated later |
| Official Website | gssc.goa.gov.in |
Note: The vacancies mentioned in the brief advertisement are tentative. Exact vacancies will be mentioned in the detailed advertisement.
GSSC Recruitment 2026 – Vacancy Details
| Sl. No. | Post Name | Total Vacancies | Reservation / Special Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Desktop Publishing Operator | 03 | UR – 03 |
| 2 | Lower Division Clerk / Recovery Clerk | 197 |
UR – 109 ST – 25 SC – 04 OBC – 44 EWS – 15 PwD – 23 posts Ex-Servicemen – 17 posts Meritorious Sportsmen/Sportspersons – 01 post |
| 3 | Data Entry Operator | 02 | UR – 02 |
| 4 | Junior Assistant | 13 |
UR – 07 ST – 02 OBC – 04 PwD – 03 posts Ex-Servicemen – 01 post |
| Total Tentative Vacancies | 215 | Across the advertised Group ‘C’ posts | |
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Advertisement Date | 04 September 2026 |
| Online Application Portal Available | 11 September 2026 |
| Last Date to Submit Application | 02 October 2026 |
| Detailed Advertisement | By 11 September 2026 |
| Examination Date | To be announced later |
GSSC Recruitment 2026 – Posts & Vacancies
1. Desktop Publishing Operator
The commission has notified 03 tentative vacancies for the post of Desktop Publishing Operator. All three vacancies are shown under the UR category in the brief advertisement.
2. Lower Division Clerk / Recovery Clerk
A total of 197 tentative vacancies are available for Lower Division Clerk / Recovery Clerk. The vacancy distribution shown in the brief advertisement is UR 109, ST 25, SC 04, OBC 44 and EWS 15.
Out of these vacancies, 23 posts are reserved for Persons with Benchmark Disability (PwD), 17 posts for Ex-Servicemen and 1 post for Meritorious Sportsmen/Sportspersons, as mentioned in the notice.
3. Data Entry Operator
The brief advertisement contains 02 tentative vacancies for the post of Data Entry Operator, both shown under the UR category.
4. Junior Assistant
There are 13 tentative vacancies for Junior Assistant, including UR 07, ST 02 and OBC 04. The notice also mentions 03 posts reserved for PwD and 01 post reserved for Ex-Servicemen.
How to Apply for GSSC Recruitment?
Candidates should submit their applications only through the online application portal provided by the Goa Staff Selection Commission. Applications submitted through any other mode will not be accepted.
- Visit the official GSSC website.
- Open the online application portal when it becomes available from 11 September 2026.
- Read the detailed advertisement and instructions carefully before filling in the application.
- Select the post for which you are eligible.
- Enter all required personal and educational information correctly.
- Upload the required documents as prescribed in the detailed advertisement.
- Submit the application before the closing date of 02 October 2026.
- Keep the submitted application details safely for future reference.
Important Instructions for Candidates
- Only online applications will be accepted.
- Applications submitted through any other mode will not be entertained.
- The online application portal will be available from 11 September 2026.
- The last date for filling up the online application is 02 October 2026.
- Candidates should carefully read the “Instructions” available on the Commission’s website before applying.
- Ineligible candidates should not apply. The Commission may take appropriate action where a candidate knowingly applies despite being ineligible.
- Candidates should check the official website regularly for examination-related updates.
- The examination date will be intimated in due course through the Commission’s website and publication in the local daily.
- The exact number of vacancies will be provided in the detailed advertisement.
Detailed Advertisement & Examination Update
The brief advertisement states that the detailed advertisement will be uploaded on the official GSSC website by 11 September 2026. Candidates should read the detailed notification before submitting the application because important information such as detailed eligibility conditions, post-wise requirements and other applicable instructions will be provided there.
Important Notice for Applicants GSSC Recruitment 2026
Candidates should not wait until the last date to submit their application. The Commission has specifically advised applicants to carefully read the instructions before filling up the online form.
Before applying, make sure that you meet the eligibility requirements mentioned in the detailed advertisement for the selected post. Candidates who are not eligible should not submit an application.
GSSC Recruitment 2026 – Important Links
Use the official links below to access the notification and the Goa Staff Selection Commission website.
| Particular | Official Link |
|---|---|
| Official Notification PDF | Download PDF → |
| Online Application | Apply Online → |
| GSSC Official Website | Visit Website → |
| Detailed Advertisement | To be uploaded by 11 September 2026 |
| Examination Date | To be announced later |
Frequently Asked Questions GSSC Recruitment 2026
What is GSSC Recruitment 2026?
It is a recruitment drive by the Goa Staff Selection Commission for various Group ‘C’ posts in different Government Departments of Goa.
How many vacancies have been announced?
The brief advertisement mentions a total of 215 tentative vacancies across four posts.
Which posts are included?
The posts are Desktop Publishing Operator, Lower Division Clerk / Recovery Clerk, Data Entry Operator and Junior Assistant.
When will the online application start?
The online application portal will be available from 11 September 2026.
What is the last date to apply?
The last date for filling up the online application is 02 October 2026.
Has the examination date been announced?
No. The examination date will be intimated later through the official GSSC website and publication in the local daily.
Are the vacancies final?
No. The vacancies mentioned in the brief advertisement are tentative. Exact vacancies will be mentioned in the detailed advertisement.
Where can I download the official notification?
The official brief advertisement PDF can be downloaded from the link provided in the Important Links section above.
GSSC Recruitment 2026 – Final Note
Candidates interested in these Goa Government Group ‘C’ vacancies should keep an eye on the official GSSC website for the detailed advertisement. The detailed notification is expected to be uploaded by 11 September 2026.
Advertisement No. 3 of Year 2026 | Dated 04 September 2026
Candidates are advised to verify all recruitment details from the official GSSC website and detailed advertisement before applying.
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