🏛️ State PSCGujarat Government✅ Prelims Result Out: July 30, 2026⚠️ Mains: TBN (High Court case)
GPSC Class 1 & 2 2026–27 –
Complete Preparation Guide
GPSC Class 1 & 2 is Gujarat's premier state civil services exam, recruiting officers for posts like Deputy Collector, DySP, Mamlatdar and TDO. Conducted by the Gujarat Public Service Commission via a 3-stage process: Prelims → Mains (2 qualifying language papers + Essay + 4 GS papers, no optional) → Interview. Applications through gpsc-ojas.gujarat.gov.in.
Vacancies (2026-27)
218
Advt. 05/2026-27 (up from 213)
Mains Exam
TBN ⚠️
After High Court verdict
Min. Qualification
Any Graduate
From recognised univ.
Salary (Class 1)
₹89,760 + HRA
Basic ₹56,100 + 60% DA
💡 Key Update (28 September 2026): The Prelims result for Advt. 05/2026-27 was declared on 30 July 2026 — 6,099 candidates qualified (common-category cut-off 95.98/200), and the Mains form window ran 6–27 August 2026. On 27 August 2026 GPSC announced that petitions against some answers in the Prelims final answer key are pending in the Gujarat High Court, and that the Mains will be held only after the court's verdict — so the Mains date is now TBN. Vacancies have risen to 218. The 2024-25 cycle (Advt. 240/2024-25, 244 vacancies) is completed. Always verify from gpsc.gujarat.gov.in.
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What is GPSC Class 1 & 2 2026?
The GPSC Class 1 & 2 exam is conducted annually by the Gujarat Public Service Commission (GPSC) to recruit officers for Gujarat's state civil services. It is Gujarat's equivalent of the UPSC Civil Services exam — rigorous, prestigious, and a gateway to administrative power at the district and taluka level across the state.
Class 1 positions (Deputy Collector, DSP, Assistant Commissioner) are senior officer roles that come with significant administrative authority. A Class 2 post like Mamlatdar or TDO is the bedrock of Gujarat's revenue administration — directly serving citizens at the taluka level. Both classes are recruited through the same exam, with Class 1 posts going to higher-ranked candidates.
GPSC has a strong Gujarat-focus in its exam pattern: History, Geography, Culture, Current Affairs, and Governance of Gujarat feature prominently in both Prelims and Mains. Unlike UPSC, GPSC requires candidates to write language qualifying papers in Gujarati and English — making language preparation a critical part of the strategy.
Conducting Body
Gujarat Public Service Commission
Application Portal
gpsc-ojas.gujarat.gov.in
Selection Stages
Prelims + Mains + Interview
Exam Frequency
Annual
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Important Dates 2026
| Event | Date | Status |
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| GPSC Class 1 & 2 Advt. 240/2024-25 Notification | March 7, 2025 | ✅ Released |
| GPSC Class 1 & 2 2024-25 Application Last Date | March 23, 2025 | ✅ Released |
| GPSC Class 1 & 2 2024-25 Prelims Exam | April 20, 2025 | ✅ Released |
| GPSC Class 1 & 2 2024-25 Prelims Result | July 2025 | ✅ Released |
| GPSC Class 1 & 2 2024-25 Mains Exam | August 20, 21, 27, 28, 2025 | ✅ Released |
| GPSC Class 1 & 2 2024-25 Mains Result & Interview | Early 2026 | ✅ Released |
| 🆕 GPSC Class 1 & 2 Advt. 05/2026-27 Notification (New Cycle) | April 2, 2026 | ✅ Released |
| GPSC Class 1 & 2 2026-27 Application Window | April 2–16, 2026 | ✅ Released |
| Vacancy addendum: 213 → 217 posts (online application extended to April 18 for the added posts) | April 15, 2026 | ✅ Released |
| GPSC Class 1 & 2 2026-27 Prelims Exam | June 7, 2026 (Conducted) | ✅ Released |
| GPSC Class 1 & 2 2026-27 Provisional Answer Key | June 17, 2026 | ✅ Released |
| Vacancy addendum: 217 → 218 posts (+1 Social Welfare Officer, Class-2) | July 22, 2026 | ✅ Released |
| GPSC Class 1 & 2 2026-27 Prelims Result + Final Answer Key (6,099 qualified) | July 30, 2026 | ✅ Released |
| Mains online form + document upload (DAF) — qualified candidates | August 6–27, 2026 | ✅ Released |
| 🆕 GPSC notice: petitions on the Prelims final answer key are pending in the Gujarat High Court — Mains will be held only after the verdict | August 27, 2026 | ✅ Released |
| GPSC Class 1 & 2 2026-27 Mains Written Exam | ⚠️ TBN — after the High Court verdict (the advertisement had tentatively planned October 5–10, 2026) | ⏳ TBN |
| GPSC Class 1 & 2 2026-27 Mains Result | ⚠️ TBN | ⏳ TBN |
| GPSC Class 1 & 2 2026-27 Interview / Personality Test | ⚠️ TBN | ⏳ TBN |
⚠️ Dates marked TBN have not been announced by GPSC yet — we do not guess them. Always verify from gpsc.gujarat.gov.in.
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Eligibility Criteria
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Educational Qualification
Bachelor's degree (any discipline) from a recognised university. Final-year students may apply for the Prelims, but must hold the degree by the last date of the Mains application.
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Age Limit (Unreserved)
20 to 35 years. For Advt. 05/2026-27, age was counted as on 16 April 2026 (last date of application).
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Age Relaxation
SC / ST / SEBC / EWS of Gujarat: +5 years | Unreserved women: +5 years | Reserved-category women of Gujarat: +10 years | PwD: +10 years — all capped at 45 years. Ex-Servicemen: defence service + 3 years. Reserved candidates applying against unreserved posts get no relaxation.
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Nationality
Indian citizen, or persons of Indian origin who migrated from certain countries (Pakistan, Kenya, Uganda, etc.) intending permanent settlement.
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Language Requirement
Knowledge of Gujarati is mandatory. Candidates must clear separate qualifying papers in Gujarati and English in Mains (min. 25% each).
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Number of Attempts
No restriction on number of attempts — candidates may appear as long as they meet the age and qualification criteria.
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Vacancies & Posts
Posts Under GPSC Class 1 & 2 (Advt. 05/2026-27 — 218 Posts)
| Post Name | Class | Posts (2026-27) | Pay Level | Basic Pay |
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| Deputy Collector (Gujarat Administrative Service, Junior Scale) | Class 1 | 11 | Level 10 | ₹56,100 – ₹1,77,500 |
| Deputy Superintendent of Police (Unarmed) | Class 1 | 8 | Level 10 | ₹56,100 – ₹1,77,500 |
| Deputy Commissioner (Cottage Industries) | Class 1 | 5 | Level 10 | ₹56,100 – ₹1,77,500 |
| District Registrar (Co-operative Societies) | Class 1 | 4 | Level 10 | ₹56,100 – ₹1,77,500 |
| Assistant Commissioner (Tribal Development) | Class 1 | 2 | Level 10 | ₹56,100 – ₹1,77,500 |
| Superintendent, Prohibition & Excise (Class-1) | Class 1 | 1 | Level 10 | ₹56,100 – ₹1,77,500 |
| Taluka Development Officer (TDO) | Class 2 | 30 | Level 8 | ₹44,900 – ₹1,42,400 |
| Mamlatdar | Class 2 | 25 | Level 8 | ₹44,900 – ₹1,42,400 |
| Section Officer (Sachivalaya) | Class 2 | 25 | Level 8 | ₹44,900 – ₹1,42,400 |
| Assistant Commissioner (Cottage Industries Service) | Class 2 | 20 | Level 8 | ₹44,900 – ₹1,42,400 |
| District Inspector of Land Records | Class 2 | 20 | Level 8 | ₹44,900 – ₹1,42,400 |
| Government Labour Officer | Class 2 | 13 | Level 8 | ₹44,900 – ₹1,42,400 |
| Superintendent, Prohibition & Excise | Class 2 | 11 | Level 8 | ₹44,900 – ₹1,42,400 |
| Social Welfare Officer (Developing Castes) | Class 2 | 11 | Level 8 | ₹44,900 – ₹1,42,400 |
| Assistant District Registrar (Co-operative Societies) | Class 2 | 7 | Level 8 | ₹44,900 – ₹1,42,400 |
| Tribal Development Officer | Class 2 | 7 | Level 8 | ₹44,900 – ₹1,42,400 |
| Assistant Director (Food & Civil Supplies) | Class 2 | 6 | Level 8 | ₹44,900 – ₹1,42,400 |
| Chief Officer, Municipality | Class 2 | 6 | Level 8 | ₹44,900 – ₹1,42,400 |
| Assistant Information Director (Administration) | Class 2 | 4 | Level 8 | ₹44,900 – ₹1,42,400 |
| Social Welfare Officer (Scheduled Caste Welfare) | Class 2 | 1 | Level 8 | ₹44,900 – ₹1,42,400 |
| Section Officer (GPSC) | Class 2 | 1 | Level 8 | ₹44,900 – ₹1,42,400 |
Vacancy History
| Cycle | Vacancies | Prelims | Mains |
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| 2021-22 | ~200 | Sep 2021 | Feb–Mar 2022 |
| 2022-23 | 231 | Apr 2022 | Sep–Oct 2022 |
| 2023-24 | 270 | May 2023 | Oct–Nov 2023 |
| 2024-25 (Advt. 240) | 244 | Apr 20, 2025 | Aug 20–28, 2025 |
| 2026-27 (Advt. 05) | 218 | Jun 7, 2026 | TBN (High Court case) |
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Exam Pattern 2026
Stage 1 — Preliminary Exam
| Paper | Questions | Marks | Duration | Note |
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| General Studies | 200 | 200 | 3 hours | Screening test only; marks are used to shortlist for Mains but are NOT counted in the final merit list. GPSC states the marking scheme (including any penalty for wrong answers) in each advertisement — confirm it in Advt. 05/2026-27 before the exam. |
Stage 2 — Mains Exam + Interview
| Paper | Marks | Type | Nature | Topics |
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| Paper 1 — Gujarati Language | 300 | Descriptive | Qualifying (25%) | Essay, Precis, Translation, Comprehension, Grammar. Marks NOT added to final merit. |
| Paper 2 — English Language | 300 | Descriptive | Qualifying (25%) | Essay, Precis, Translation, Comprehension, Grammar. Marks NOT added to final merit. |
| Paper 3 — Essay | 250 | Descriptive | Merit | Essays on social, national and Gujarat-specific themes |
| Paper 4 — General Studies 1 | 250 | Descriptive | Merit | History, Culture & Heritage of India and Gujarat |
| Paper 5 — General Studies 2 | 250 | Descriptive | Merit | Geography, Environment & Ecology (India & Gujarat) |
| Paper 6 — General Studies 3 | 250 | Descriptive | Merit | Polity, Governance, Constitution, Public & Gujarat Administration |
| Paper 7 — General Studies 4 | 250 | Descriptive | Merit | Economy, Science & Technology, Social Issues, Ethics & Integrity |
| Personality Test / Interview | 150 | Viva | Merit | Personality, awareness of Gujarat affairs, administrative aptitude |
📊 Total Merit Marks: 1,400 (Essay + GS 1–4 = 1,250 Mains marks + 150 Interview). The qualifying papers (Gujarati + English, 300 marks each) are NOT counted in merit — you need at least 25% (75/300) in each. Papers 3–7 can be written in Gujarati or English; you choose the language in the Mains form and cannot change it later.
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Detailed Syllabus
📜 General Studies 1 – History, Culture & HeritagePrelimsMains
- Ancient, Medieval & Modern Indian History with emphasis on Gujarat
- Gujarat's Cultural Heritage – Somnath, Modhera, Champaner, Rani ki Vav
- Socio-religious Reform Movements in Gujarat – Swami Dayanand, Vallabhbhai Patel
- Freedom Struggle – Dandi March, Bardoli Satyagraha, Gandhi's role in Gujarat
- Post-Independence India – Integration of States; Gujarat State Formation (1960)
- Art, Architecture, Literature of Gujarat; UNESCO World Heritage Sites in Gujarat
🌏 General Studies 2 – Geography & EnvironmentPrelimsMains
- Physical Geography of India and World
- Gujarat Geography – Rann of Kutch, Gir Forest, Gulf of Khambhat, rivers
- Agriculture in Gujarat – cotton, groundnut, tobacco, Amul model
- Natural Resources, Biodiversity, Wetlands of Gujarat
- Environment & Ecology – Climate Change, Disaster Management, Cyclone preparedness in Gujarat
- Urban-Rural Development; Smart Cities Mission; AMRUT in Gujarat cities
⚖️ General Studies 3 – Polity, Governance & ConstitutionPrelimsMains
- Indian Constitution – Fundamental Rights, DPSPs, Fundamental Duties
- Parliament, State Legislature, Governor & CM – Gujarat-specific powers
- Panchayati Raj in Gujarat – District Panchayat, Taluka Panchayat, Gram Panchayat
- Urban Local Bodies – Municipalities, AMC, VMC, SMC
- Gujarat Administrative Structure – Collector, Mamlatdar, Taluka system
- Government Schemes – PM Awas, PMGSY, Sagar Mala, Gujarat schemes
- Public Policy, Social Sector, RTI, Public Grievances
💡 General Studies 4 – Economy, Technology & EthicsPrelimsMains
- Indian Economy – GDP, fiscal policy, Union Budget, monetary policy
- Gujarat Economy – GSDP, industrial corridors (DMIC), Vibrant Gujarat Summit
- Agriculture & Allied Sectors; MSP, cooperative movement, Amul
- Science & Technology – Space (ISRO-Ahmedabad), Defence, AI, Digital India
- Social Justice – Scheduled Areas in Gujarat, tribal welfare, SEBC
- Ethics, Integrity and Aptitude – case studies for administrators; Gujarat lokayukta
📊 Prelims General Studies – Quick TopicsPrelims
- Current Affairs – National & International (last 12 months)
- Gujarat Current Affairs – Chief Minister, Governor, key govt. decisions
- General Science – Biology, Physics, Chemistry basics
- Mental Ability, Logical Reasoning, Data Interpretation
- Sports, Awards, International Days, Persons in News
- Gujarat-specific: Schemes, Wildlife, Census, DANG, Kutch Geography
Note: Verify the latest detailed syllabus from the official GPSC notification at gpsc.gujarat.gov.in as topics may be revised each cycle.
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Previous Year Prelims Cut-offs
📈 The cut-off went up in 2026-27. For the common category it rose from 89.51 to 95.98 (out of 200), and 6,099 candidates qualified for the Mains. Both cycles used the same single 200-mark General Studies paper, so the two columns can be compared directly.
| Category | Prelims 2026-27 (Advt. 05) — out of 200 | Prelims 2024-25 (Advt. 240) — out of 200 |
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| General / EWS / SEBC / SC — Common | 95.98 | 89.51 |
| General / EWS / SEBC / SC — Female | 93.87 | 81.42 |
| ST — Common | 80.75 | 82.19 |
| ST — Female | 73.03 | 69.73 |
| Ex-Servicemen | 67.85 | 64.48 |
Source: GPSC lists of candidates eligible for the Mains. These cut-offs only decide who sits the Mains — the final merit list is based on Mains (1,250) + Interview (150) marks. PwD cut-offs are published separately in the official list.
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Salary & Career Growth
| Salary Component | Amount |
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| Class 1 Basic Pay — Pay Matrix Level 10 (e.g., Deputy Collector, DySP) | ₹56,100/month |
| Class 2 Basic Pay — Pay Matrix Level 8 (e.g., Mamlatdar, TDO, Section Officer) | ₹44,900/month |
| Dearness Allowance (DA) — Gujarat State, 60% of Basic from 1 Jan 2026 | Class 1: ₹33,660 | Class 2: ₹26,940 |
| House Rent Allowance (HRA) & other allowances | As per Gujarat state rules — depends on city of posting |
| Class 1 Basic + DA (Deputy Collector / DySP) | ₹89,760/month + HRA & allowances |
| Class 2 Basic + DA (Mamlatdar / TDO / Section Officer) | ₹71,840/month + HRA & allowances |
| Annual increment during probation | Not given during probation (as per the advertisement) |
Career Progression Path
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Mamlatdar / TDO / Section Officer and other Class 2 posts
Entry · Class 2
Pay Level 8 → ₹44,900–₹1,42,400
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Deputy Collector / DySP and other Class 1 posts
Entry · Class 1
Pay Level 10 → ₹56,100–₹1,77,500
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Class 2 officers move up to Class 1 posts
On promotion · Class 1
Higher pay level as per Gujarat rules
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Additional Collector / Superintendent of Police
On promotion · Class 1 (senior)
Higher pay level as per Gujarat rules
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Induction into IAS / IPS (state promotion quota)
Senior stage · All India Services
All India Services pay scale
💡 8th Pay Commission: The 8th Central Pay Commission was constituted in November 2025. Its report is expected by mid-2027 — it has NOT been implemented yet. Gujarat will revise its own pay scales only through a separate state government decision, so revised pay for Gujarat officers is TBN. The figures above use the current 7th Pay Commission matrix and the 60% DA rate.
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How to Apply 2026
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Check Official Notification
Visit gpsc.gujarat.gov.in and download the official advertisement. Read all eligibility conditions, vacancy details, application fee, and important dates carefully before applying.
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Complete One Time Registration (OTR)
Go to gpsc-ojas.gujarat.gov.in and complete your One Time Registration. GPSC made OTR compulsory for online applications in January 2026, and documents uploaded through OTR are later auto-fetched for the Mains form. All GPSC applications go through this portal only.
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Fill the Application Form
Log in to GPSC OJAS, select the GPSC Class 1 & 2 advertisement, and fill in your personal details, educational qualifications and category. There is no optional subject in this exam.
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Upload Documents
Upload scanned copies of your photo (passport size, recent), signature, educational certificates, and category/caste certificate if applicable. Follow the specified file size and format requirements.
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Pay Application Fee
Pay the fee online (net banking, debit/credit card, UPI). Unreserved: ₹100 + service/postal charges | SC / ST / SEBC / EWS of Gujarat, PwD and Ex-Servicemen: exempted (as per Advt. 05/2026-27).
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Submit, Then Give Consent for the Prelims
Submit the form and save your confirmation number. Before the Prelims, GPSC opens a separate window to submit your consent and a consent deposit — without it you cannot appear. The deposit is refunded after you appear in the exam. If you qualify, you must fill a fresh Mains form and upload documents.
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6-Month Study Plan
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Month 1 — Gujarat Foundation
Dedicate this entire month to Gujarat-specific content — something that many GPSC aspirants underestimate. Thoroughly cover Gujarat History (Ancient to Modern), Gujarat Geography (districts, rivers, wildlife), Cultural Heritage, and the 1960 State Formation. Use GCERT books (Std. 9-12) as your base — they are the most reliable and frequently cited source in GPSC papers. Start reading Gujarat Samachar or Sandesh daily for 20 minutes.
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Month 2 — Indian History & Polity
Cover Modern Indian History (1757 to Independence) with a Gujarat lens — Dandi March, Bardoli Satyagraha, Sardar Patel. Read Laxmikanth's Indian Polity fully, paying special attention to State Legislature, Governor's powers, and Panchayati Raj (as GPSC tests Gujarat's Panchayati Raj system specifically). Complete at least 2 previous year GPSC Prelims papers for self-assessment.
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Month 3 — Geography + Environment
World and Indian Physical Geography, then Gujarat Geography in detail. Study the Rann of Kutch, Gir National Park, Marine National Park (Gulf of Kutch), Vansda National Park. For Environment, GPSC increasingly tests Gujarat's cyclone preparedness, Coastal Regulation Zone, and wetland conservation. Complete NCERTs (Class 11-12 Geography) and Spectrum's Environment for Mains depth.
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Month 4 — Economy + Science & Technology
Indian Economic concepts (GDP, Fiscal Deficit, Monetary Policy) followed by Gujarat Economy: GSDP, DMIC, Vibrant Gujarat Summit, textile & petrochemical sectors. Science & Technology: ISRO missions (Ahmedabad ISRO center is always relevant), Digital Gujarat, and basic General Science (Class 10 level) for Prelims. Start Mains answer writing practice — 1 answer daily on economy topics.
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Month 5 — Mains Paper Depth + Essay
This is your Mains preparation month. There is no optional subject in GPSC Class 1 & 2, so put the time into the Essay paper (250 marks) and the two qualifying language papers. Practice Essay writing: write 2 essays per week, both on Gujarat topics (e.g., Gujarat role in national development) and national themes. For GS papers, write structured 200-word answers with headings, bullet points, and data. Time yourself — GPSC Mains papers are time-intensive.
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Month 6 — Revision + Full Mocks
Take 3–4 full Prelims mocks weekly and analyse each one. Revise Gujarat-specific content twice — this is where toppers separate from the rest. Focus on Current Affairs (last 12 months) with a strong Gujarat tilt: major Gujarat government decisions, awards, infrastructure projects, appointments. Prepare for the Interview by studying Gujarat administrative structure, current issues facing Gujarat, and your own district if asked.
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Best Books for GPSC Class 1 & 2
| Book | Author | Subject | Find Book |
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| GCERT Textbooks (Std. 9–12) | Gujarat State Education Dept. | Gujarat Specific (All GS) | — |
| Gujarat ane Gujaratiyon ni Asmita (Know Gujarat) | Ankur Prakashan | Gujarat History & Culture | — |
| Indian Polity | M. Laxmikanth | Polity & Governance | Find on Amazon |
| Modern Indian History | Bipan Chandra | History (Mains) | Find on Amazon |
| Certificate Physical & Human Geography | G.C. Leong | Geography | Find on Amazon |
| Indian Economy | Ramesh Singh | Economy (Mains) | Find on Amazon |
| GPSC Class 1 & 2 Previous Year Papers | Kalpas Publication / GPSC Official | Prelims Practice | — |
| Ethics, Integrity and Aptitude | G. Subba Rao / Lexicon | GS 4 / Ethics | Find on Amazon |
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Free Preparation Resources
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GPSC Official Website
Notifications, admit cards, results, syllabi and answer keys — always the primary source for GPSC.
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GPSC OJAS Portal (Online Application)
GPSC's dedicated online application portal — all GPSC Class 1 & 2 applications are submitted only here.
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Vision IAS GPSC Channel (YouTube)
Free GPSC/UPSC lectures on GS topics. GPSC syllabus overlaps significantly with UPSC GS 1–4.
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GPSC Exam Syllabus (Official)
Official Prelims and Mains syllabus PDFs for every advertisement, including Advt. 05/2026-27.
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GPSC Previous Year Question Papers (Official)
GPSC publishes past Prelims and Mains question papers and final answer keys on its own site — the single best free practice resource, and free of any coaching bias.
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Gujarat History & Culture – Doordarshan Gujarat
Free documentary-style videos on Gujarat heritage, culture, and governance — excellent for Mains.
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Drishti IAS (GS Foundation)
Strong free content for GS 1–4 Mains preparation; GPSC Mains GS pattern closely mirrors UPSC.
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GK Today Gujarat Affairs
Monthly Gujarat Current Affairs capsules — essential for both Prelims and Interview.
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Expert Tips from Toppers
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Gujarat-specific content is GPSC's biggest differentiator from other State PSC exams. A large share of Prelims questions directly test Gujarat History, Geography, Culture, and Current Affairs. If you're scoring 70% on GS but only 40% on Gujarat topics, you will fail the Prelims cutoff. Prioritise GCERT books and a Gujarat-focused newspaper from Day 1.
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GPSC has a two-language qualifying barrier in Mains — both Gujarati (300 marks) and English (300 marks) must be cleared at 25% each (75/300). Many aspirants fail here despite strong GS performance. Write 2–3 essays weekly in both languages from Month 2. Practice Gujarati essay especially — it is often under-prepared.
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GPSC Class 1 & 2 has NO optional subject — your entire merit rests on Papers 3 to 7 (Essay and General Studies 1–4), 250 marks each. That makes the Essay paper unusually valuable: at 250 marks it is worth as much as a full GS paper, yet most aspirants under-prepare it. Write one full-length essay every week from Month 2, on both Gujarat and national themes.
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The Interview (150 marks) in GPSC tests your knowledge of Gujarat's administrative machinery, current district issues, and your own background. Know your own taluka, district collector, major schemes running in your district, and key industries. Panels often ask: "What is the biggest challenge in your district, and how would you solve it as a Mamlatdar?"
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GPSC operates on an annual cycle but with delays of 3–6 months. Treat any 'expected' date as a guide only. Use the waiting period productively — write mock Mains answers, sharpen your Essay and GS answer writing, and follow current affairs. Aspirants who maintain study discipline during delays consistently outperform those who 'wait to start'.
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Check the marking scheme in the official advertisement before you plan your attempt strategy — GPSC states it separately in each notification, and published summaries of past cycles disagree with one another. Whatever the rule, time management is the real constraint: 200 questions in 180 minutes leaves about 54 seconds per question. Practise full-length mocks under strict time conditions and settle your guessing policy in advance.
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For GPSC Geography, the map of Gujarat is as important as the map of India. Know all 33 districts (Gujarat had 26 districts until 2013, then expanded to 33), major rivers (Sabarmati, Mahi, Tapi, Narmada), wildlife sanctuaries, and the Rann of Kutch geography. GPSC has repeatedly asked location-based questions that trip unprepared candidates.
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Join a GPSC study group — either local (Ahmedabad/Vadodara have active GPSC circles) or online (Telegram groups). GPSC current affairs is highly localised, and peers often catch important Gujarat government news you might miss. Share and test each other on Gujarat-specific facts weekly.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is GPSC Class 1 & 2 and which posts are covered?
GPSC Class 1 & 2 is conducted by the Gujarat Public Service Commission (GPSC) to recruit officers for Gujarat's state civil services. In the 2026-27 cycle (Advt. 05/2026-27, 218 posts), Class 1 posts include Deputy Collector, Deputy Superintendent of Police (DySP), Deputy Commissioner (Cottage Industries), District Registrar (Co-operative Societies) and Assistant Commissioner (Tribal Development). Class 2 posts include Taluka Development Officer (TDO), Mamlatdar, Section Officer (Sachivalaya), District Inspector of Land Records, Government Labour Officer and Chief Officer (Municipality). Both classes are recruited through the same common examination.
What is the eligibility for GPSC Class 1 & 2 2026?
Educational Qualification: A bachelor's degree (any discipline) from a recognised university. Age Limit: 20 to 35 years (for Advt. 05/2026-27, counted as on 16 April 2026). Relaxations: SC, ST, SEBC and EWS candidates of Gujarat get 5 years; unreserved women get 5 years; reserved-category women of Gujarat get 10 years; PwD candidates get 10 years — with an overall upper limit of 45 years. Ex-servicemen get their defence service plus 3 years. Nationality: Indian citizens, or persons of Indian origin who have migrated from Pakistan, Kenya, Uganda, Tanzania etc. with the intention of permanently settling in India are also eligible. Knowledge of Gujarati is mandatory — both the Gujarati Language qualifying paper in Mains and the Interview test this.
What is the GPSC Class 1 & 2 exam pattern 2026?
The exam has three stages. Stage 1 — Preliminary Exam: 1 objective paper, 200 marks, 3 hours. It is a screening test only — the marks decide who sits the Mains but are NOT added to the final merit list. In 2026-27, 6,099 candidates were shortlisted for 218 posts. Stage 2 — Mains Written Exam: 7 papers. Paper 1 (Gujarati Language, 300 marks) and Paper 2 (English Language, 300 marks) are qualifying only — you must score at least 25% in each, and these marks are not counted for merit. Papers 3 to 7 — Essay, General Studies 1, General Studies 2, General Studies 3 and General Studies 4 — carry 250 marks each, totalling 1,250 merit marks. There is no optional subject paper in GPSC Class 1 & 2. Stage 3 — Personality Test (Interview): 150 marks. Final merit is prepared out of 1,400 marks (1,250 Mains merit papers + 150 Interview).
What is the salary of a GPSC Class 1 and Class 2 officer in Gujarat per month?
As per GPSC Advt. 05/2026-27, Class 1 officers (Deputy Collector, DySP and other Class 1 posts) are placed at Pay Matrix Level 10 (₹56,100–₹1,77,500), and Class 2 officers (Mamlatdar, TDO, Section Officer and others) at Pay Matrix Level 8 (₹44,900–₹1,42,400). With Gujarat DA at 60% of basic (from 1 January 2026), a new Class 1 officer gets ₹56,100 + ₹33,660 DA = ₹89,760 per month, and a new Class 2 officer gets ₹44,900 + ₹26,940 DA = ₹71,840 per month — plus HRA and other allowances as per Gujarat rules, which depend on the city of posting. No annual increment is given during probation. Gujarat follows the 7th Pay Commission pay matrix; the 8th Pay Commission has NOT been implemented.
Is the GPSC Class 1 & 2 2026 Prelims result out, and when is the Mains?
Yes. GPSC declared the Prelims result and final answer key for Advt. No. 05/2026-27 on 30 July 2026. A total of 6,099 candidates were provisionally qualified for the Main Written Examination, with a common-category cut-off of 95.98 out of 200 (93.87 for women). Qualified candidates filled the Mains form and uploaded documents between 6 and 27 August 2026. On 27 August 2026 GPSC announced that petitions challenging some answers in the Prelims final answer key are pending in the Gujarat High Court, that the judgment will be binding on all candidates, and that the Mains will be held only after it. The Mains date is therefore TBN — the advertisement had tentatively planned it for 5–10 October 2026. Check gpsc.gujarat.gov.in for the new schedule.
Where do I apply for GPSC Class 1 & 2 2026?
All GPSC applications are submitted online through the GPSC OJAS portal (gpsc-ojas.gujarat.gov.in) — the dedicated GPSC application platform. Applications are NOT accepted via the main GPSC website or offline mode. You will need to register on GPSC OJAS, fill in academic and personal details, upload documents, and pay the application fee. One Time Registration (OTR) on the portal is compulsory. The application fee is ₹100 (plus service charges) for unreserved candidates; SC, ST, SEBC and EWS candidates of Gujarat, PwD candidates and ex-servicemen are exempted. Always apply well before the last date — the portal experiences high traffic near deadlines.
📅 Last Updated: September 28, 2026
Disclaimer: Information on this page is compiled from the official GPSC notifications and commonly available data. Vacancies, dates, exam pattern, salary figures, and eligibility conditions may change in each official notification. Always verify the latest details from gpsc.gujarat.gov.in and gpsc-ojas.gujarat.gov.in before making any decisions. Salary figures use the pay levels in Advt. 05/2026-27 and Gujarat DA of 60% effective January 2026 — HRA and other allowances depend on the city of posting. Dates not yet announced by GPSC are shown as TBN; the Mains date is pending the Gujarat High Court verdict (GPSC notice of 27 August 2026). TaiyarHo.in is an independent free exam guide and is not affiliated with GPSC or the Gujarat Government.