Official Notification: GSSSB Announces 128 Junior Pharmacist Vacancies for 2025
The Gujarat Subordinate Service Selection Board (GSSSB) has officially released Advertisement No. 321/2025-26 for 128 Junior Pharmacist (Class-3) vacancies under the Health & Family Welfare Department.
Eligible candidates with a Diploma or Degree in Pharmacy can apply online via the OJAS Gujarat portal from 14 July to 28 July 2025.
GSSSB Junior Pharmacist 2025 – Key Highlights
- Post Name: Junior Pharmacist (Class III)
- Salary: ₹40,800/month (Fixed)
- Department: Health & Family Welfare, Gujarat Government
- Application Start Date: 14 July 2025 (2:00 PM)
- Last Date to Apply: 28 July 2025 (11:59 PM)
- Last Date to Pay Fees: 31 July 2025
- Total Vacancies: 128
- Selection Mode: Written Exam (OMR/CBRT)
- Exam Date: To Be Announced
- Apply Online: ojas.gujarat.gov.in
Eligibility Criteria for GSSSB Junior Pharmacist
Educational Qualification:
- Degree in Pharmacy (B.Pharm) or Pharm.D from a recognized university.
- OR Diploma in Pharmacy with 2 years of work experience in:
- Government hospital as a Junior Pharmacist
- Dispensary/Hospital as Dispenser
- Pharmaceutical company as Pharmacist/Medical Representative.
Other Criteria:
- Knowledge of Gujarati or Hindi (or both) is mandatory.
- Must have basic computer knowledge as per Gujarat Civil Services Rules.
Category-Wise Vacancy Distribution
GSSSB’s commitment to inclusion is reflected in the comprehensive reservation policies laid out in this recruitment drive:
| Category | No. of Seats |
| General | 78 |
| SC/ST/SEBC/EWS | Multiple reserved slots across categories |
| Divyang (PwD) | Reserved as per benchmark disability groups (A to D) |
| Women | Horizontal reservation, including additional age relaxations |
Age Limit & Relaxation (As on 28 July 2025)
- General Age Range: 18 to 34 years
- Relaxations:
- Women (UR): +5 years
- Reserved Category (Male): +5 years
- Reserved Category (Female): +10 years
- PwD: +10 to +20 years depending on category
GSSSB Junior Pharmacist Salary Structure
- Fixed Pay for First 5 Years: ₹40,800/month
- After 5 Years: ₹29,200 – ₹92,300 (Pay Matrix Level-5)
- Salary as per Gujarat government rules and subject to SLP No. 14124/2012 outcomes.
Selection Process & Exam Pattern
Selection Stages:
- Written Exam (OMR/CBRT)
- Document Verification
- Final Merit List
Exam Pattern:
| Section | Topics | Questions | Total Marks |
| Part A | Logical Reasoning, Data Interpretation | 30 | 60 |
| Numerical Ability | 30 | ||
| Part B | Constitution of India, Current Affairs, Gujarati & English Comprehension | 30 | 150 |
| Pharmacy-Related Questions | 120 | ||
| Total Duration | 3 Hours (180 mins) | 210 | |
- Total Questions: 210 MCQs
- Negative Marking: 0.25 (¼) marks for each wrong answer.
- Minimum Qualifying Marks: 40% in both Part A and B separately.
Step-by-Step Guide to Apply Online on OJAS
- Visit ojas.gujarat.gov.in
- Click “Apply Online” > GSSSB > Junior Pharmacist (321/2025-26)
- Fill in personal, academic, and category details
- Upload recent photo and signature
- Confirm and note your application number
- Pay fee via UPI/Net Banking/Debit Card
- Print final submission & fee receipt
Application Fees
| Category | Exam Fee |
| General (UR) | ₹500 |
| Reserved Categories (SC/ST/SEBC/EWS/PwD/Ex-Servicemen/Women) | ₹400 |
Note: Fee will be refunded to candidates who appear in the written exam.
Documents Required
- Degree/Diploma certificate
- Category certificate (if applicable)
- PwD/Ex-Servicemen certificate
- Non-Creamy Layer or EWS certificate
- Computer knowledge proof
- Recent passport-size photo with white background (not older than 1 year)
Key Instructions Before You Apply
- Submit only one application. Last submission will be considered final.
- Double-check all entered details to match your documents.
- Save a copy of the application form and payment receipt.
- No edits allowed after submission.
Important Links
Frequently Asked Questions
1. What is the total number of vacancies for the GSSSB Junior Pharmacist 2025?
There are 128 vacancies for the Junior Pharmacist (Class-3) post announced by GSSSB.
2. What is the last date to apply online for the GSSSB Junior Pharmacist post?
The last date to apply is 28th July 2025 (11:59 PM).
3. Is computer knowledge mandatory for this post?
Yes, basic computer knowledge is mandatory as per the Gujarat Civil Services Rules.
4. What is the salary for the GSSSB Junior Pharmacist post?
Fixed Pay for 5 years: ₹40,800/month
After 5 years: ₹29,200 to ₹92,300 (Pay Matrix Level-5)
5. What is the exam pattern for this recruitment?
There will be a written competitive exam with:
Part A: Reasoning, DI, Math (60 marks)
Part B: Constitution, Current Affairs, Pharmacy Subjects (150 marks)
Total Duration: 3 hours (Negative marking applicable)
6. Is there negative marking in the exam?
Yes, 0.25 marks will be deducted for each incorrect answer.
7. Can candidates from other states apply?
Only Gujarat state candidates with valid local category certificates will get reservation benefits. Others will be treated as general candidates.
8. How will the final selection be made?
Based on written exam marks and document verification. The merit list will be published on the official GSSSB website.
Conclusion
The GSSSB Junior Pharmacist Recruitment 2025 is a golden opportunity for pharmacy graduates and diploma holders to secure a government job in Gujarat. With a decent pay scale, long-term career growth, and a transparent recruitment process, this is a career move worth considering.
Apply before the deadline and start your exam preparation today!
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