The Goa Staff Selection Commission (GSSC) has released Advertisement No. 2 of Year 2026 inviting online applications for 722 Group ‘C’ posts in various Government Departments of Goa. GSSC jobs 2026
📅 Notification Date: 13 February 2026
📅 Last Date to Apply: 13 March 2026
🌐 Official Website: https://gssc.goa.gov.in
📌 Mode of Application: Online Only
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📌 GSSC jobs 2026 – Vacancy Details
| S.No | Post Name | Total | UR | ST | SC | OBC | EWS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Range Forest Officer | 13 | 5 | 2 | 0 | 4 | 2 |
| 2 | Platoon Commander (Male) | 4 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| 3 | Round Forester | 23 | 11 | 2 | 0 | 8 | 2 |
| 4 | Police Constable (Male) | 302 | 152 | 35 | 5 | 81 | 29 |
| 5 | Police Constable (Female) | 58 | 30 | 6 | 2 | 15 | 5 |
| 6 | Police Constable (Armed Police) | 119 | 72 | 15 | 1 | 21 | 10 |
| 7 | Police Constable Driver (Grade-III) | 111 | 57 | 13 | 2 | 29 | 10 |
| 8 | Constable (Greaser) | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 9 | Constable (Electrician) | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 10 | Forest Guard | 9 | 4 | 1 | 0 | 3 | 1 |
| 11 | Assistant Superintendent (Male) | 4 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 3 | 0 |
| 12 | Warden (Male) | 60 | 28 | 6 | 2 | 21 | 3 |
| 13 | Matron (Female) | 10 | 5 | 1 | 0 | 3 | 1 |
| 14 | Lascar (Male) | 5 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 2 | 1 |
| 15 | Escort (Female) | 2 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
📌 Educational Qualification (Post-Wise)
| Post Name | Qualification Required |
|---|---|
| Range Forest Officer | Bachelor’s Degree in Science / Agriculture / Forestry or equivalent from recognized university |
| Platoon Commander | Degree from recognized University |
| Round Forester | Higher Secondary (12th Pass) or equivalent |
| Police Constable (Male/Female) | Higher Secondary (12th Pass) |
| Police Constable (Armed Police) | Higher Secondary (12th Pass) |
| Police Constable Driver (Grade III) | 12th Pass + Valid Heavy Vehicle Driving Licence |
| Forest Guard | 12th Pass |
| Assistant Superintendent (Male) | Degree from recognized University |
| Warden (Male) | 12th Pass |
| Matron (Female) | 12th Pass |
| Lascar (Male) | Secondary School Certificate (10th Pass) |
| Escort (Female) | Secondary School Certificate (10th Pass) |
| Constable (Greaser / Electrician) | 10th Pass + Technical/Trade qualification |
✔ Knowledge of Konkani is mandatory for most posts.
✔ Physical standards apply for Police & Forest posts.
📌 Age Limit
- Minimum Age: 18 Years
- Maximum Age: 45 Years
Age Relaxation:
- SC/ST: 5 Years
- OBC: 3 Years
- Government Servants: As per Goa Govt Rules
- Ex-Servicemen: As per rules
(Age relaxation as per Government of Goa norms.)
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📌 Salary / Pay Scale
| Post | Pay Level | Approx Salary (Basic) |
|---|---|---|
| Range Forest Officer | Level 7 | ₹44,900 – ₹1,42,400 |
| Platoon Commander | Level 6 | ₹35,400 – ₹1,12,400 |
| Round Forester | Level 5 | ₹29,200 – ₹92,300 |
| Police Constable | Level 3 | ₹21,700 – ₹69,100 |
| Police Constable Driver | Level 3 | ₹21,700 – ₹69,100 |
| Forest Guard | Level 2 | ₹19,900 – ₹63,200 |
| Warden / Matron | Level 2 | ₹19,900 – ₹63,200 |
| Lascar / Escort | Level 1 | ₹18,000 – ₹56,900 |
✔ Additional Allowances: DA, HRA, Medical & Other Govt Benefits applicable.
✔ Exact salary may vary as per department norms.
📌 Selection Process (General Overview)
For Police & Forest Posts:
- Written Examination
- Physical Efficiency Test (PET)
- Physical Standard Test (PST)
- Document Verification
For Other Posts:
- Written Examination
- Skill Test (if applicable)
- Document Verification
📌Important Instructions
✔ Only Online Applications will be accepted
✔ Applications through any other mode will not be entertained
✔ Candidates must carefully read instructions before applying
✔ Ineligible candidates should not apply
- The closing date for submission of the online application is 13 March 2026. Applications will not be accepted after this date.
- Applicants are advised to thoroughly read the “Instructions” available on the Commission’s official website before completing the online application form.
- The schedule for the examination will be announced later on the Commission’s website and will also be published in local newspapers.
- Candidates who do not meet the eligibility criteria should refrain from applying. If an ineligible candidate applies, the Commission may initiate strict action against such applicant.
- A detailed advertisement containing complete information will be uploaded on the official website by 20 February 2026. Applicants are advised to review it carefully before applying.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
The Goa Staff Selection Commission (GSSC) has announced a total of 722 vacancies under Advertisement No. 2 of 2026.
The recruitment includes Police Constable, Forest Guard, Range Forest Officer, Warden, Matron, and other Group C posts.
The last date to submit the online application is 13 March 2026.
Candidates must apply online through the official GSSC website. Applications through other modes will not be accepted.
The exam date will be announced later on the official website and in local newspapers.
