GPSC Calendar 2026: Exam Dates for Class 1, 2, and 3 Officers

GPSC Calendar 2026: Exam Dates for Class 1, 2, and 3 Officers

The Gujarat Public Service Commission (GPSC) officially released the preliminary exam schedule for several Class 1 and Class 2 posts on January 8, 2026. While a comprehensive annual recruitment calendar for the 2026–27 cycle is expected by the end of January 2026, many specific exam dates for the 2025–26 advertisements have already been confirmed for the first half of the year.

🗓️ GPSC Preliminary Exam Schedule 2026

The GPSC has adopted a "Joint Examination" approach for many posts. For most Class 1 and 2 technical and administrative positions, the General Studies (Part-1) paper is scheduled for April 26, 2026, while subject-specific papers are spread across the following dates:

Month	Post / Advertisement	Exam Date
February	Private Secretary (English/Gujarati), Class-2	February 16, 2026
	Dental Surgeon, Class-2	February 18, 2026
March	Assistant Admin Officer / Accounts Officer, Class-2	March 15, 2026
	Administrative Officer (Fisheries/General State), Class-2	March 15, 2026
	Manager (MIS), Class-1 & Class-2	March 28, 2026
	Deputy Director of Information, Class-1	March 28, 2026
April	Deputy Manager (Secretarial), Class-2	April 4, 2026
	Veterinary Officer, Class-2	April 5, 2026
	Gujarat Education Service, Class-2	April 5, 2026
	Assistant Director (Training) / Principal, Class-1	April 10, 2026
	Director / Assistant Director of Libraries, Class-1 & 2	April 11, 2026
	General Studies (Part-1) for Multiple Posts	April 26, 2026
May	Chief Scientific Officer, Class-1 (GWSSB)	May 20, 2026

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🏛️ Class 3 Officers (DySO, Mamlatdar, STI)

Dates for major Class 3 recruitments like Deputy Section Officer (DySO) and State Tax Inspector (STI) for the 2026 cycle are anticipated in the full annual calendar release.

• Current Status: Recruitment for 2025 cycle Class 3 posts (Special Drive) is ongoing, with prelims typically occurring in the second quarter.

• 2024 Cycle Update: The GPSC Civil Services Mains Exam (for the 2024 cycle) is scheduled to begin on February 19, 2026.

🔍 How to Download the Official 2026 Calendar

To get the most accurate and updated PDF, follow these steps:

1. Visit the official GPSC website: gpsc.gujarat.gov.in.

2. Navigate to the "Latest News & Events" or "Exam Calendar" section on the homepage.

3. Look for the link titled "Important Notice Regarding Dates of Preliminary Examination (2026)".

4. Download the PDF to view the detailed session timings and joint exam groups.

💡 Preparation Tips for 2026 Aspirants

• Joint Exams: Since many posts share a common General Studies paper on April 26, focus heavily on the "Gujarat Pakshik" and state-specific current affairs which carry high weightage.

• Mains Overlap: If you are appearing for the 2024 Mains in February, ensure your schedule accounts for the 2026 Prelims revision immediately after.

Upcoming GPSC 2026 Exams and Notifications Update

This video provides an expert breakdown of the 150-day countdown to the major GPSC Class 1 and 2 exams, offering strategy tips for the 2026 recruitment cycle.

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