GSSC Group C Recruitment 2026- The Goa Staff Selection Commission (GSSC) is recruiting 722 Group ‘C’ posts in government departments. The online application runs from February 20 to March 13, 2026. Posts include Police Constable, Forest Guard, Warden and more. The current notice is brief; full details on eligibility, pay, and selection will be in the detailed advertisement on February 20, 2026. This is a good chance for qualified candidates to join government service in Goa.
GSSC Group C Recruitment 2026: Overview
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Organization | Goa Staff Selection Commission (GSSC) |
| Advertisement No. | 2 of Year 2026 |
| Post Names | Range Forest Officer, Platoon Commander, Round Forester, Police Constable, Police Constable (Armed Police), Police Constable Driver, Constable (Greaser), Constable (Electrician), Forest Guard, Assistant Superintendent, Warden (Male), Matron (Female), Lascar (Male), Escort (Female) |
| Total Vacancies | 722 |
| Job Location | Goa |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Official Website | gssc.goa.gov.in |
GSSC Group C Vacancy Details
The GSSC Group C Recruitment 2026 has 722 posts.
| Post Name | Total Vacancies | Reservations |
|---|---|---|
| Range Forest Officer | 13 | UR-5, ST-2, OBC-4, EWS-2 |
| Platoon Commander (Male) | 4 | UR-3, OBC-1 |
| Round Forester | 23 | UR-11, ST-2, OBC-8, EWS-2 |
| Police Constable (Male) | 302 | UR-152, ST-35, SC-5, OBC-81, EWS-29 (16 for Ex-Servicemen, 14 for Sports, 37 for Ex-Agniveers/Security Guards) |
| Police Constable (Female) | 58 | UR-30, ST-6, SC-2, OBC-15, EWS-5 (4 for Sports, 6 for Ex-Agniveers/Security Guards) |
| Police Constable (Armed Police) | 119 | UR-72, ST-15, SC-1, OBC-21, EWS-10 (1 for Ex-Servicemen, 2 for Sports) |
| Police Constable Driver (Grade-III) | 111 | UR-57, ST-13, SC-2, OBC-29, EWS-10 (2 for Ex-Servicemen, 5 for Sports) |
| Constable (Greaser) | 1 | UR-1 |
| Constable (Electrician) | 1 | UR-1 |
| Forest Guard | 9 | UR-4, ST-1, OBC-3, EWS-1 |
| Assistant Superintendent (Male) | 4 | ST-1, OBC-3 |
| Warden (Male) | 60 | Reservations as per detailed ad |
| Matron (Female) | 10 | Reservations as per detailed ad |
| Lascar (Male) | 5 | Reservations as per detailed ad |
| Escort (Female) | 2 | Reservations as per detailed ad |
Eligibility Criteria of GSSC Group C Recruitment 2026
Age Limit (as on last date of application, i.e., 13.03.2026)
- Minimum Age Limit: 18 Years
- Maximum Age Limit: 28 Years for police/uniformed posts, 45 Years for others (check detailed ad for post-wise)
- Age relaxations: SC/ST – 5 years, OBC – 3 years, PwD – 10 years, PwD (SC/ST) – 15 years, PwD (OBC) – 13 years, Ex-Servicemen as per rules.
Educational Qualification
| Post | Educational Qualification |
|---|---|
| Range Forest Officer | Degree in Natural Sciences, Forestry, Agriculture or Engineering from recognized university. |
| Platoon Commander (Male) | Degree from recognized university. |
| Round Forester | 12th pass from recognized board. |
| Police Constable (Male/Female) | 10th pass from recognized board. Knowledge of Konkani. |
| Police Constable (Armed Police) | 10th pass from recognized board. Knowledge of Konkani. |
| Police Constable Driver (Grade-III) | 10th pass, valid driving license for light vehicles, knowledge of Konkani. |
| Constable (Greaser) | 10th pass, ITI in relevant trade. |
| Constable (Electrician) | 10th pass, ITI in Electrician trade. |
| Forest Guard | 12th pass from recognized board. Knowledge of Konkani. |
| Assistant Superintendent (Male) | Degree from recognized university. |
| Warden (Male) | 10th pass from recognized board. |
| Matron (Female) | 10th pass from recognized board. |
| Lascar (Male) | 10th pass from recognized board. |
| Escort (Female) | 10th pass from recognized board. |
Domicile: 15 years residence in Goa for all posts.
Physical Test for Other Post
For posts like Police Constable, Armed Police, Driver, Forest Guard, Round Forester, which require physical fitness:
Physical Measurement Test (PMT):
- Male: Height 168 cm, Chest 80 cm (unexpanded), 85 cm (expanded).
- Female: Height 160 cm, Weight 45 kg.
Physical Efficiency Test (PET):
- Male: 100m Run (14 sec), Long Jump (4.2 m), High Jump (1.2 m), 800m Run (2 min 50 sec).
- Female: 100m Run (18.5 sec), Long Jump (3.1 m), High Jump (0.9 m), 400m Run (1 min 50 sec).
- For Forest Guard: Male 25 km walk in 4 hours, Female 16 km in 4 hours.
These are qualifying.
Salary and Benefits
Pay Scale: Level 2 (Rs.19,900 – 63,200) for most Group ‘C’ posts.
Additional Benefits:
- Dearness Allowance (DA)
- House Rent Allowance (HRA)
- Transport Allowance
- Medical facilities
- Provident Fund
- Pension
- Leave Travel Concession
- and other perks as per Goa government rules.
Estimated Gross Salary: Rs.25,000 – Rs.35,000 per month (including allowances).
Selection Process of GSSC Group C Recruitment 2026
The selection process consists of the following stages:
Stage 1: Written Exam (objective type, 100 marks, 2 hours, subjects: General Knowledge, English, Maths, Reasoning, Konkani).
Stage 2: Physical Measurement Test (PMT) and Physical Efficiency Test (PET) for police and forest posts.
Stage 3: Skill Test (for Driver: Driving test; Electrician: Trade test).
Stage 4: Document Verification.
Stage 5: Medical Examination.
Final Merit: Based on written exam marks (PET/Skill qualifying).
Negative Marking: 1/4 mark for wrong answers.
Documents Required
Keep these ready in scanned format:
- Recent passport-size photograph (20-50 KB, JPEG)
- Signature (10-40 KB, JPEG)
- 10th certificate (date of birth proof)
- Educational certificate and mark sheets
- Category certificate for SC/ST/OBC/EWS if applicable
- PwBD certificate if applicable
- Ex-Servicemen discharge certificate if applicable
- Sports certificate if applicable
- Domicile certificate (15 years residence in Goa)
- Valid ID proof (Aadhaar/PAN/Passport)
GSSC Group C Recruitment 2026 Application Fees
Application Fees/ Intimation Charges shall be as follows:
| Category | Application Fees |
|---|---|
| General/OBC/EWS candidates | Rs.200 |
| SC/ST/PwBD/Ex-Servicemen | Rs.100 |
Payment Method: Credit Card, Debit Card, Net Banking, UPI.
How to Apply Online for GSSC Group C Vacancy 2026
Follow these simple steps to complete your GSSC Group C Recruitment 2026 application:
Step 1: Visit the official application website: gssc.goa.gov.in
Step 2: Click on “Apply for Advertisement No. 2/2026 – Group C Posts” (available from 20 Feb 2026)
Step 3: For new users, click “New Registration”
Step 4: Fill basic details (Name, Father’s Name, Date of Birth, Email, Mobile)
Step 5: System will generate Registration Number and Password (save these)
Step 6: Login with Registration Number and Password
Step 7: Complete the application form accurately: Personal information, Educational qualifications with marks, Post preference, Upload photograph, signature, and documents
Step 8: Pay application fee online
Step 9: Submit application and save confirmation page
Step 10: Note your application number for future reference
| GSSC Group C Vacancy 2026 Apply Online | Apply Now |
| Official Notification of GSSC Group C Vacancy 2026 | Download Official Notification PDF (Brief, full by 20 Feb 2026) |
| Official Website of GSSC Group C Vacancy 2026 | Click here |
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Detailed Notification Release | By 20 February 2026 |
| Online Application Opens | By 20 February 2026 |
| Application Closes | 13 March 2026 |
| Fee Payment Deadline | 13 March 2026 |
| Application Correction Window | To be notified |
| CBT Exam Date | To be notified |
| Admit Card Release | To be notified |
Final Thoughts
GSSC Group C Recruitment 2026 offers 722 government jobs in Goa for 10th, 12th and degree holders. Posts include Police Constable, Forest Guard, Warden and more with good salary, benefits and job security.
Apply online at gssc.goa.gov.in before March 13, 2026, check eligibility, keep documents ready and submit on time. Selection will test general knowledge, reasoning and physical fitness (for certain posts). With proper preparation, candidates can secure a stable career in Goa’s government sector.
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