The Gujarat Subordinate Service Selection Board (GSSSB), Gandhinagar, has invited online applications for the recruitment of Research Assistant (Class-3) and Statistical Assistant (Class-3) under the Directorate of Economics and Statistics, Gandhinagar.

The recruitment is being conducted through Advertisement No. 457/202627 and offers a total of 41 vacancies.

Among these vacancies, 18 posts are available for Research Assistant and 23 posts are available for Statistical Assistant.

This recruitment is particularly suitable for candidates with an academic background in Statistics, Applied Statistics, Mathematical Statistics, Business Statistics, Economics, Applied Economics, Business Economics, Econometrics, Mathematics, Applied Mathematics or Advanced Statistics.

The selected candidates will initially receive a fixed monthly remuneration for the first five years. Research Assistants will receive ₹49,600 per month, while Statistical Assistants will receive ₹40,800 per month, subject to the terms and conditions prescribed in the recruitment rules.

Eligible candidates can submit their applications online through the OJAS Gujarat recruitment portal within the prescribed application period.

Recruitment Highlights

Vacancy Details

A total of 41 Class-3 vacancies are available:

Educational Qualification

Candidates must possess the educational qualification prescribed for the respective post under the recruitment rules.

Eligible academic backgrounds include relevant Post Graduate or Bachelor's degree qualifications with one of the prescribed subjects as a principal/main subject.

The subjects mentioned include:

• Statistics
• Applied Statistics
• Mathematical Statistics
• Business Statistics
• Economics
• Applied Economics
• Business Economics
• Econometrics
• Mathematics
• Applied Mathematics
• Advanced Statistics

Candidates should carefully check the detailed notification to confirm whether their exact degree, subject combination and level of study satisfy the requirements for the particular post.

Computer Knowledge

Candidates must possess basic knowledge of computer applications as prescribed under the applicable Gujarat Government recruitment rules.

Computer knowledge may be required to be demonstrated through the prescribed qualification/certificate or as otherwise specified in the detailed recruitment notification.

Language Proficiency

Candidates should have adequate knowledge of:

• Gujarati, or
• Hindi, or
• Both Gujarati and Hindi

as prescribed under the applicable recruitment rules.

Age Limit

The age of the candidate will be considered as on:

23 September 2026

Age Requirement

Minimum Age: 18 Years
Maximum Age: 37 Years

Age relaxation is applicable to eligible candidates belonging to reserved and special categories according to the rules of the Government of Gujarat.

Relaxation may apply to categories such as:

• Reserved category candidates
• Women candidates
• Persons with Disabilities (PwD)
• Ex-Servicemen
• Other categories as prescribed by the Government

Candidates should refer to the official advertisement for the exact category-wise age relaxation.

Salary / Fixed Pay

The recruitment provides a fixed monthly remuneration during the initial service period.

Research Assistant

₹49,600 per month

Statistical Assistant

₹40,800 per month

The fixed-pay arrangement is applicable for the first five years, subject to the conditions prescribed by the Government of Gujarat and the applicable recruitment rules.

After completion of the fixed-pay period, service/pay conditions will be governed by the applicable government rules.

Application Fee

Candidates are required to pay the prescribed examination fee.

The examination fee is refundable for candidates who actually appear in the examination, subject to the applicable conditions.

Candidates should verify the payment and refund conditions while completing the online application.

Important Dates

Candidates are advised to submit their application well before the closing date.

Examination Pattern

The recruitment examination will consist of a single-stage Computer Based Response Test (CBRT) / OMR-based examination.

Examination Structure

The examination consists of objective-type Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs).

Part-A – General Aptitude

Total Marks: 90

Part-A covers general aptitude and analytical areas.

Candidates should prepare both quantitative and reasoning-based questions along with general awareness, Constitution-related topics and language comprehension.

Part-B – Subject Specific

Total Marks: 120

Part-B focuses on the core subjects relevant to the recruitment.

Candidates preparing for these posts should therefore give significant importance to Statistics, Official Statistics, Mathematics and Economics.

Negative Marking

The examination includes negative marking.

1/4 mark will be deducted for each incorrect answer, as prescribed in the examination rules.

Candidates should therefore attempt questions carefully and avoid unnecessary guessing.

Qualifying Criteria

Candidates must obtain the prescribed minimum qualifying marks separately in both Part-A and Part-B.

Minimum Qualifying Marks

40% in Part-A

AND

40% in Part-B

Candidates must satisfy the qualifying requirement in both sections.

Detailed Syllabus – Part-A

1. Reasoning & Data Interpretation

Preparation should include areas such as:

• Logical reasoning
• Analytical reasoning
• Number and letter series
• Classification
• Coding-decoding
• Blood relations
• Direction tests
• Ranking and ordering
• Statements and conclusions
• Data interpretation
• Tables
• Charts
• Graphs
• Basic analytical data questions

2. Quantitative Aptitude

Important areas include:

• Number system
• Percentage
• Ratio and proportion
• Average
• Profit and loss
• Simple and compound interest
• Time and work
• Time, speed and distance
• Data-based calculations
• Basic algebra
• Arithmetic calculations

3. Constitution of India

Candidates should prepare:

• Constitutional framework
• Fundamental Rights
• Fundamental Duties
• Directive Principles of State Policy
• Parliament
• President and Vice-President
• Prime Minister and Council of Ministers
• Judiciary
• Constitutional bodies
• State Government
• Centre-State relations
• Local self-government
• Constitutional amendments

4. Current Affairs

Preparation should cover:

• Gujarat current affairs
• National current affairs
• International developments
• Economy and finance
• Government schemes
• Science and technology
• Important appointments
• Awards
• Sports
• Important reports and indices

5. Comprehension

Candidates should prepare comprehension passages in:

• Gujarati
• English

Focus should be given to:

• Reading comprehension
• Main idea
• Inference
• Vocabulary
• Interpretation
• Passage-based questions

Detailed Syllabus – Part-B

1. Statistics

Important areas for preparation include:

• Statistical concepts
• Collection and classification of data
• Measures of central tendency
• Measures of dispersion
• Moments
• Skewness and kurtosis
• Correlation
• Regression
• Probability
• Random variables
• Probability distributions
• Sampling
• Sampling distributions
• Estimation
• Hypothesis testing
• Statistical inference
• Index numbers
• Time series
• Statistical methods
• Applied statistics

2. Official Statistics

Candidates should focus on:

• Meaning and importance of official statistics
• Sources of official statistics
• Statistical systems in India
• Government statistical agencies
• Census
• Population statistics
• National income statistics
• Employment statistics
• Agricultural statistics
• Industrial statistics
• Economic statistics
• Social statistics
• Collection and publication of government data
• Statistical reporting
• Role of official statistics in policy-making

3. Mathematics

Important areas include:

• Algebra
• Arithmetic
• Differential calculus
• Integral calculus
• Matrices and determinants
• Coordinate geometry
• Functions
• Sequences and series
• Permutation and combination
• Probability-related mathematical concepts
• Basic mathematical statistics
• Applied mathematics

4. Economics

Candidates should prepare:

• Microeconomics
• Macroeconomics
• Demand and supply
• Elasticity
• Production and cost
• Market structures
• National income
• Money and banking
• Inflation
• Fiscal policy
• Monetary policy
• Public finance
• International trade
• Balance of payments
• Economic growth and development
• Indian economy
• Gujarat economy
• Economic planning and government policies

How to Apply

Eligible candidates can submit their applications online through the OJAS Gujarat portal.

Step 1 – Visit OJAS

Visit the official OJAS Gujarat recruitment portal.

Step 2 – Find Advertisement No. 457/202627

Locate the recruitment advertisement for:

Research Assistant / Statistical Assistant – Directorate of Economics and Statistics

Step 3 – Read the Advertisement

Before applying, carefully verify:

• Post eligibility
• Educational qualification
• Age limit
• Category
• Reservation
• Examination pattern
• Syllabus
• Fee
• Other applicable conditions

Step 4 – Complete the Application

Enter all personal, educational and other required information correctly.

Step 5 – Pay the Fee

Pay the applicable examination fee through the prescribed payment facility.

Step 6 – Submit the Form

Submit the application before:

23 September 2026, 11:59 PM

Step 7 – Save Application Details

Download/print the submitted application and payment receipt for future use.

Selection Process

The recruitment selection process is based on the prescribed competitive examination and subsequent recruitment formalities.

The major examination stage is:

Single-stage CBRT / OMR Examination – 210 Marks

Candidates must:

1. Appear for the examination.
2. Qualify Part-A with the prescribed minimum marks.
3. Qualify Part-B with the prescribed minimum marks.
4. Satisfy the overall recruitment conditions.
5. Complete document verification and other formalities, wherever applicable.

The final selection will be carried out according to the applicable GSSSB recruitment rules and the detailed advertisement.

Who Can Apply?

This recruitment is particularly suitable for candidates with qualifications/background in:

• Statistics
• Applied Statistics
• Mathematical Statistics
• Business Statistics
• Economics
• Applied Economics
• Business Economics
• Econometrics
• Mathematics
• Applied Mathematics
• Advanced Statistics

Candidates should also satisfy the prescribed age, computer knowledge, language and other eligibility conditions.

Why Apply for GSSSB Research/Statistical Assistant?

This recruitment provides an opportunity to work in the Directorate of Economics and Statistics, Government of Gujarat.

The positions are particularly relevant for candidates interested in:

• Government statistical services
• Data analysis
• Economic research
• Official statistics
• Statistical administration
• Government data systems
• Economics and public policy
• Quantitative research

The posts also offer attractive fixed remuneration during the initial five-year period.

Important Instructions

• Read the complete official notification before applying.
• Check whether your exact degree and principal subject satisfy the eligibility criteria.
• Ensure that you meet the age requirement as on 23 September 2026.
• Keep valid category certificates ready, wherever applicable.
• Enter all educational details exactly as mentioned in your certificates.
• Pay the prescribed examination fee before the deadline.
• Remember that 1/4 mark is deducted for an incorrect answer.
• Prepare separately for both Part-A and Part-B because 40% qualifying marks are required individually in both parts.
• Preserve the application form and payment receipt.
• Regularly check the official GSSSB/OJAS portal for examination date, admit card and further recruitment updates.

About Directorate of Economics and Statistics

The Directorate of Economics and Statistics, Government of Gujarat, is concerned with the collection, compilation, analysis and dissemination of statistical and economic information used for government planning, policy formulation and administrative decision-making.

The Research Assistant and Statistical Assistant positions provide candidates with an opportunity to contribute to government statistical and economic activities.

Official Application Portal

OJAS Gujarat:
https://ojas.gujarat.gov.in

GSSSB Official Website:
https://gsssb.gujarat.gov.in

Candidates should apply only through the official recruitment portal and carefully read Advertisement No. 457/202627 before submitting the application.