GPSSB Exam Date 2026: The Gujarat Panchayat Service Selection Board (GPSSB) has officially transitioned to the Computer Based Response Test (CBRT) format for the 2026 recruitment cycle. This change aims to speed up the selection process for the thousands of aspirants eyeing the Talati cum Mantri (Village Panchayat Secretary) and Junior Clerk positions.
If you are a candidate for the GPSSB Exam, here OJAS Gujarat provides everything you need to know about the upcoming exam dates and the new CBRT pattern.
Official GPSSB Exam Schedule 2026
The board has recently released a tentative calendar for the Class-III cadres. Please note that the exams for Talati and Junior Clerk are scheduled in shifts to accommodate the CBRT infrastructure.
| Post Name | Advertisement No. | Exam Date | Exam Time |
| Talati cum Mantri (Secretary) | 14/2025-26 | February 18, 2026 | 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM |
| Junior Clerk (Admin/Accounts) | 13/2025-26 | February 18, 2026 | 02:00 PM – 03:00 PM |
| Work Assistant | 17/2025-26 | March 15, 2026 | 03:00 PM – 06:00 PM |
Note : Always verify with official Notification
Understanding the CBRT Test Pattern
Unlike the traditional OMR-based exams, the 2026 GPSSB CBRT Test requires a different approach to time management.
Exam Structure & Marking Scheme
- Total Questions: 100 MCQs
- Total Marks: 100
- Duration: 60 Minutes
- Negative Marking: 0.33 Marks will be deducted for every wrong answer.
Subject-Wise Weightage
- General Awareness & GK: 50 Marks (History, Geography, Culture of Gujarat, etc.)
- Gujarati Language & Grammar: 20 Marks
- English Language & Grammar: 20 Marks
- General Mathematics: 10 Marks
How to Download GPSSB Admit Card 2026
The call letters for the February 18th exams are expected to be released 7 to 10 days before the exam date.
- Visit the official portal: Click here
- Click on the “Print Call Letter” section.
- Select your job (Talati cum Mantri or Junior Clerk).
- Enter your Confirmation Number and Date of Birth.
- Download and print the PDF.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- Is the Talati exam online or offline in 2026?
The exam is now Online (CBRT). The OMR method has been replaced for the 2025-26 recruitment sessions to ensure transparency and faster results.
- Can I change my exam center for the Junior Clerk test?
No, the center allotted in the Call Letter is final. GPSSB does not entertain requests for center changes due to the fixed seating capacity of CBRT labs.
- What is the passing mark for GPSSB Talati 2026?
While there is no fixed “passing” mark, the board usually sets a minimum qualifying standard of 40%, though the final merit list depends on the overall competition.
Note : Always check Official Website for Full Notification & Details.