GPSSB Laboratory Technician (PwBD) Recruitment 2025: 43 Posts

📅 Posted: 25/03/2025 📝 Updated: 04/05/2026

Total Vacancy43

SalaryFixed Pay ₹40,800/Month (First 5 Years Contract); Regular Pay Scale thereafter

LocationGujarat

Last Date15/05/2025

Short Information: Gujarat Panchayat Service Selection Board (GPSSB), Gandhinagar has announced a Special Recruitment Drive exclusively for Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD) to fill 43 vacancies of Laboratory Technician (Class-3) in Panchayat Service across various District Panchayats of Gujarat. This is a direct recruitment drive meant only for candidates with 40% or more disability in categories A, B, C, D & E as defined under the RPwD Act. What makes this recruitment genuinely worth considering is the pay structure: selected candidates receive a fixed monthly salary of ₹40,800/- for the first five years on a contract basis, after which — if performance is satisfactory — they are eligible for regular appointment in the applicable pay scale. The online application window is open from 15 April 2025 to 15 May 2025 at ojas.gujarat.gov.in. The application and exam fee is completely waived off for all PwBD candidates. Educational requirements include a Bachelor's Degree in Chemistry / Microbiology / Bio-chemistry / Bio-technology plus a recognized Diploma in Laboratory Technician / MLT. The upper age limit is 36 years as on 15/05/2025, with relaxations of up to 10–20 years depending on category and gender. Posts are distributed across 33 District Panchayats in Gujarat — note that some districts (Arvalli, Bharuch, Dang, Gir Somnath, Morbi, Narmada, Navsari, Porbandar) have zero vacancies.

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GPSSB Lab Technician PwBD Recruitment 2025 2026Important Dates

Notification Released	25/03/2025
Application Begin	15/04/2025
Last Date to Apply Online	15/05/2025
Last Date to Apply (Time)	23:59 Hrs on 15/05/2025
Exam Date	To be notified

GPSSB Lab Technician PwBD Recruitment 2025 2026Application Fee

All PwBD Candidates

₹0

Payment: N/A (No Fee for PwBD Candidates)

GPSSB Laboratory Technician (PwBD) Recruitment 2025: 43 PostsVacancy Details & Age Limit

Age Limit: 18 to 36 Years (as on 15/05/2025); Max 45 Years with relaxation

(General PwBD Male: +10 Years (Max 45 Years), General PwBD Female: +15 Years (10+5) (Max 45 Years), Reserved Category PwBD Male: +15 Years (5+10) (Max 45 Years), Reserved Category PwBD Female: +20 Years (5+10+5) (Max 45 Years), PwBD Ex-Serviceman: Actual service rendered + 3 Years extra (Max 45 Years))

Post Name	Total Posts	Disability Category	Eligibility
Laboratory Technician (Class-3)	43	B, C, D & E	Graduate (Chemistry/Microbiology/Bio-chemistry/Bio-technology) + Diploma in Lab Technician/MLT
Total Vacancy	43
Note: Only PwBD candidates are eligible. No caste-based/gender-based reservation applies in this Special Recruitment Drive.

Disability Category	Type of Disability	Vacancies
Category A	Blindness & Low Vision	0
Category B	Deaf & Hard of Hearing (D, HH 40-70%)	20
Category C	Locomotor Disability (OL, DW, AAV, BA, BL, SD, SI)	14
Category D & E	ASD (Mild), SLD, Mental Illness, Multiple Disabilities (40-70%)	9
Total Vacancy		43
Note: Category A (Blindness & Low Vision) has 0 reserved seats for this cadre.

Recruitment Table: District Panchayat-wise & Disability Category-wise Vacancy

District Panchayat	Total	Category A	Category B	Category C	Category D & E
Ahmedabad	2	0	1	1	0
Amreli	2	0	1	1	0
Anand	1	0	0	0	1
Arvalli	0	0	0	0	0
Banaskantha	1	0	0	0	1
Bharuch	0	0	0	0	0
Bhavnagar	2	0	1	0	1
Botad	1	0	0	1	0
Chhota Udaipur	2	0	1	1	0
Dahod	3	0	1	0	2
Devbhumi Dwarka	2	0	1	1	0
Dang	0	0	0	0	0
Gandhinagar	2	0	1	1	0
Gir Somnath	0	0	0	0	0
Jamnagar	1	0	1	0	0
Junagadh	1	0	1	0	0
Kutch	2	0	1	1	0
Kheda	3	0	1	1	1
Mahisagar	2	0	1	1	0
Mehsana	2	0	1	0	1
Morbi	0	0	0	0	0
Narmada	0	0	0	0	0
Navsari	0	0	0	0	0
Panchmahal	1	0	1	0	0
Patan	2	0	1	1	0
Porbandar	0	0	0	0	0
Rajkot	1	0	0	0	1
Sabarkantha	2	0	1	0	1
Surat	2	0	1	1	0
Surendranagar	2	0	1	1	0
Tapi	1	0	1	0	0
Vadodara	1	0	1	0	0
Valsad	2	0	0	2	0
Total	43
Note:Districts with 0 vacancies: Arvalli, Bharuch, Dang, Gir Somnath, Morbi, Narmada, Navsari, Porbandar.

GPSSB Lab Technician PwBD Recruitment 2025Eligibility Criteria

Candidate must hold a Bachelor's Degree in Chemistry, Microbiology, Bio-chemistry, or Bio-technology from a recognized University/Institution under the UGC Act, 1956.
Must have passed a Diploma in Laboratory Technician / Medical Laboratory Technician (MLT) / Medical Laboratory Technology / PG Diploma in Medical Laboratory Technology / 1-Year MLT Training Course from a Government-recognized institution.
Must possess basic knowledge of Computer Application as prescribed under Gujarat Civil Services Classification and Recruitment (General) Rules, 1967.
Must have adequate knowledge of Gujarati or Hindi or both.
Candidate must be a citizen of India (or eligible nationals as per Rule 7 of Gujarat Panchayat Service Classification and Recruitment (General) Rules, 1998).
Candidate must have a minimum benchmark disability of 40% or more in Category B, C, or D & E (Category A has 0 vacancies for this post).
Must possess a valid disability certificate issued by the Superintendent of a Government Hospital / Civil Surgeon / Medical Board in the prescribed format.
Age: Must be more than 18 years and not more than 36 years as on 15/05/2025 (before relaxations).
SEBC candidates must possess a valid Non-Creamy Layer certificate issued between 01/04/2023 and 15/05/2025.
EWS candidates must possess a valid EWS certificate issued between 16/05/2022 and 15/05/2025 (valid for 3 years from issue date).

GPSSB Lab Technician PwBD Recruitment 2025Pay Scale / Salary Structure

Post Name	Salary Level
Laboratory Technician (Class-3) — Contract Period (First 5 Years)	Fixed Pay ₹40,800/- per month
Laboratory Technician (Class-3) — After 5 Years (Regular)	As per applicable pay scale at the time of regularization (subject to satisfactory performance)

GPSSB Lab Technician PwBD Recruitment 2025Selection Process Steps

Online Application Screening (Provisional Admission — no document check at application stage)
Written Competitive Examination (OMR-based, Objective Type MCQs)
Provisional Merit List preparation (disability category-wise)
Original Document / Certificate Verification (for candidates in Provisional Merit List)
Online District Allocation (In-person / On-screen, merit-based, disability category-wise)
Final Selection List and Recommendation for Appointment

GPSSB Lab Technician PwBD Recruitment 2025Detailed Exam Pattern

Recruitment Details: Exam Overview

Mode: Offline — OMR (Optical Mark Reading) based.
Question Type: Objective Type MCQs (Multiple Choice Questions).
Number of Papers: Only 1 (One) written paper.
Total Marks: 150 Marks.
Duration: 1 Hour 30 Minutes (90 Minutes).
Medium: General Awareness & Gujarati sections in Gujarati; English & Technical sections in English.
Negative Marking: Yes — (-0.25) marks deducted for each wrong answer.
Negative Marking for Blank Answers: Yes — (-0.25) marks also deducted for each blank/unattempted answer.
Option E (Not Attempted): Candidates can mark Option 'E' for questions they wish to skip — No negative marks applied when Option E is selected.
Multiple Options Marked / Overwritten: (-0.25) marks deducted per such question.

Recruitment Table: Written Exam — Subject-wise Details

Subject	Marks	Medium
General Awareness & General Knowledge (incl. Mental Ability, History, Geography, Polity, Science, Current Affairs, Panchayati Raj, etc.)	35	Gujarati
Gujarati Language & Grammar	20	Gujarati
English Language & Grammar	20	English
Job-specific & Technical Knowledge (related to educational qualification for Laboratory Technician)	75	English
Total	150

Recruitment Details: General Awareness Sub-topics (as per official notification)

General Mental Ability and General Intelligence.
History of India and History of Gujarat.
Cultural Heritage of India and Gujarat.
Geography of India and Geography of Gujarat.
Sports.
Indian Polity and the Constitution of India.
Panchayati Raj.
Welfare Schemes of Gujarat State and Union Government.
Indian Economy and Planning.
General Science, Environment and ICT.
Current Affairs of Regional, National and International Importance.

Recruitment Table: Job Profile — Laboratory Technician (Class-3)

Aspect	Details
Primary Role	Conduct laboratory tests and analysis of biological, chemical, and pathological samples as directed by medical officers in District Panchayat health facilities.
Key Responsibilities	Prepare reagents and culture media; maintain and calibrate laboratory equipment; record test results accurately; ensure lab hygiene and bio-safety protocols.
Work Setting	District Panchayat health centers / CHCs / Sub-district hospitals under the Panchayat Department of Gujarat.
Posting District	Allocated through on-screen (online) district allotment based on merit rank and disability category — no change permitted post-allotment.
Contract Period	5 years on fixed pay (₹40,800/month); eligible for regularization thereafter on satisfactory performance.

Recruitment Table: Disability Category Codes Reference

Code	Full Form
D	Deaf
HH	Hard of Hearing (40–70%)
OL	One Leg affected
DW	Dwarfism
AAV	Acid Attack Victim
BA	Both Arms affected
BL	Both Legs affected
SD	Spinal Deformity
SI	Spinal Injury
ASD(M)	Autism Spectrum Disorder — Mild
SLD	Specific Learning Disability
MI	Mental Illness
MD (40–70%)	Multiple Disabilities (combination of categories A to D) at 40–70%

GPSSB Lab Technician PwBD Recruitment 2025Subject-wise Syllabus Topics

The standard of the written examination is of Graduate level. The technical section (75 marks) will test knowledge relevant to Chemistry, Microbiology, Bio-chemistry, Bio-technology and Laboratory Technician/MLT coursework. The following is based on the official notification and expected topics from previous GPSSB Lab Technician papers.

📚 General Awareness & GK (35 Marks)

General Mental Ability and Reasoning
History of India and Gujarat
Cultural Heritage of India and Gujarat
Geography of India and Gujarat
Sports (National & International)
Indian Polity & Constitution
Panchayati Raj System
Welfare Schemes — Gujarat & Central Government
Indian Economy and Planning
General Science, Environment & ICT
Current Affairs — Regional, National, International

📚 Gujarati Language & Grammar (20 Marks)

Gujarati Grammar — Nouns, Pronouns, Tenses, Conjunctions
Vocabulary and Synonyms/Antonyms
Reading Comprehension in Gujarati
Fill in the blanks — grammatical usage

📚 English Language & Grammar (20 Marks)

English Grammar — Articles, Prepositions, Tenses
Vocabulary — Synonyms, Antonyms
Reading Comprehension
Sentence correction and error spotting

📚 Technical Knowledge — Laboratory Technician (75 Marks, Expected)

Basic Microbiology — Bacteria, Fungi, Viruses; Staining techniques
Clinical Biochemistry — Blood glucose, Lipid profile, LFT, RFT tests
Haematology — CBC, Blood grouping, ESR, Coagulation tests
Pathology — Urine analysis, Sputum examination, Stool examination
Immunology & Serology — ELISA, Widal, VDRL, Hepatitis markers
Microbiology — Culture & Sensitivity, Antibiotic susceptibility
Lab Equipment — Microscope, Centrifuge, Spectrophotometer, Autoclave operation
Bio-safety & Infection Control — Standard precautions, Waste disposal
Quality Control in Laboratory — Internal QC, External QA
Basic Chemistry — pH, Buffers, Reagent preparation, Titration
Bio-chemistry — Enzymes, Proteins, Nucleic Acids, Metabolic pathways

GPSSB Lab Technician PwBD Recruitment 2025How to Apply

Visit the official OJAS website: https://ojas.gujarat.gov.in
Click on 'Current Advertisement' → 'View All' → Select 'GUJARAT PANCHAYAT SERVICE SELECTION BOARD (GPSSB)'.
Click on 'Laboratory Technician' — Advt. No. 1/2025-26.
Click 'Details' to read the full notification carefully before applying.
Click 'Apply' — you can apply either via OTR (One Time Registration) or by filling in all details manually.
Fill in personal details, disability details (category, percentage, certificate number & date), educational qualification, and other required fields.
Upload Passport Size Photograph (max 15 KB, JPG format) and Signature (max 15 KB, JPG format).
Read the Declaration carefully and click 'Yes' to proceed. Save the application to generate your Application Number.
Click 'Confirm Application' → Preview → If correct, click 'Confirm Application' to submit.
Once confirmed, no changes are possible. Note your Confirmation Number and take a printout of the application.
No fee payment required — PwBD candidates are fully exempted from application/exam fee.
Keep the mobile number active throughout the entire recruitment process — all communications will be via SMS on registered mobile.

Recruitment Note: About Gujarat Panchayat Service Selection Board (GPSSB)

The Gujarat Panchayat Service Selection Board (GPSSB), established under the Gujarat Panchayat Act, functions as the primary recruitment body for Class-3 and Class-4 positions within the Panchayat Services of Gujarat. Headquartered at Block No. 2, 5th Floor, Karmayogi Bhavan, Sector-10/A, Gandhinagar, GPSSB conducts competitive examinations and manages the selection process for a wide range of positions including Junior Clerk, Laboratory Technician, Agriculture Officer, and more across all 33 District Panchayats of Gujarat. The board operates under the Panchayat, Rural Housing and Rural Development Department of the Gujarat Government. GPSSB is known for its transparent, technology-driven recruitment process using the OJAS (Online Job Application System) platform — ojas.gujarat.gov.in — which allows candidates to apply, download hall tickets, and check results digitally. The board has also adopted the Gujarat Public Examination (Prevention of Unfair Means) Act, 2023 to ensure examination integrity. GPSSB specifically runs Special Recruitment Drives (SRD) for Persons with Benchmark Disabilities, as in this 2025 notification.

Recruitment Note: Benefits & Perks Beyond Salary

Selected candidates appointed on a contract basis under GPSSB will receive a fixed consolidated pay of ₹40,800/- per month for the first five years. Beyond the basic fixed pay, they are entitled to benefits as prescribed under the Finance Department resolutions governing contract appointments in Gujarat Government service. After successful completion of the 5-year contract period with satisfactory performance review by the appointing authority, candidates become eligible for regular appointment in the applicable pay scale as per prevailing government norms. Regular employees in Gujarat Panchayat Service are eligible for benefits such as Medical Allowance, Leave Travel Concession (LTC), Provident Fund contributions, Gratuity, Pension under the National Pension System (NPS), earned leave, medical leave, maternity/paternity leave entitlements, and festival advance as per applicable Gujarat Government rules.

Recruitment Note: Important Rules for PwBD Candidates

This recruitment is exclusively for Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD) with 40% or more disability. No caste-based reservation (General/EWS/SEBC/SC/ST), women's reservation, or ex-serviceman reservation applies during the selection process — however, selected candidates will be adjusted against their respective category (General/EWS/SEBC/SC/ST) at the time of appointment. PwBD Widows are entitled to 5% bonus marks in the written exam, subject to certificate verification. Candidates with recognized sports achievements are entitled to an additional 5% bonus marks. Note: BA (Both Arms) and BL (Both Legs) disability types under Category C are permitted as per a June 2023 government order with specific provisions. Spinal Deformity (SD) and Spinal Injury (SI) without neurological/limb dysfunction are included under Category C as per a March 2025 government order.

Recruitment Note: District Allocation Process

After the final merit list is published, shortlisted candidates will be called to GPSSB headquarters in Gandhinagar for an on-screen (online) district allocation process conducted in person. Districts are allocated in merit rank order, disability category-wise, based on available vacancies. Once a district is allocated during this on-screen process, no changes will be permitted under any circumstances and no mutual transfer requests will be entertained. Candidates in the waiting list (reserve list) will be called for district allocation only after vacancies arise from the First Selection List through reshuffling.

GPSSB Lab Technician PwBD Recruitment 2025Important Official Links

Apply Online Application Window: 15/04/2025 to 15/05/2025	Click Here ↗
Download Notification Advt No. 1/2025-26	Click Here ↗
Official Website	Click Here ↗

Disclaimer Information provided here is for quick reference. Verify all details on the official website before taking action.

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Quick Overview

🚀 Recruitment Overview

Quick Summary of the Notification

Organization	GPSSB
Post Name	Laboratory Technician
Total Vacancy	43
Salary	Fixed Pay ₹40,800/Month (First 5 Years Contract); Regular Pay Scale thereafter
Job Location	Gujarat
Apply Mode	Online
Last Date	15/05/2025
Official Website	Visit Website ↗

💡 Expert Tip

This recruitment uses a negative marking system of –0.25 marks for every wrong answer AND every blank answer — making it critical that you use the Option 'E' (Not Attempted) on the OMR sheet for any question you are unsure about, as selecting Option E does NOT attract negative marks. Many PwBD candidates lose marks by leaving bubbles blank instead of marking 'E'. Also, your disability certificate MUST be from a Government Hospital Superintendent / Civil Surgeon / Medical Board in the prescribed format — private certificates will not be accepted. Ensure your disability category (A/B/C/D&E) exactly matches the vacancies available; mismatched categories are a common rejection reason. For Category C, note that Spinal Deformity (SD) and Spinal Injury (SI) have been newly included as of a March 2025 government order.

Common Questions (FAQs)

Q.1 What is the in-hand salary for Laboratory Technician in GPSSB PwBD Recruitment 2025? ▼

Ans: Selected candidates will receive a fixed consolidated pay of ₹40,800/- per month for the first 5 years on a contract basis. Since this is a fixed pay contract appointment, standard government allowances like DA and HRA are not separately applicable during the contract period. After 5 years of satisfactory service, candidates become eligible for regular appointment in the applicable Class-3 pay scale, where in-hand salary including DA and HRA would be approximately ₹45,000 to ₹55,000 per month.

Q.2 What is the last date to apply online for GPSSB Laboratory Technician PwBD Recruitment 2025? ▼

Ans: The last date to apply online is 15 May 2025 (by 23:59 hours). The application window opened on 15 April 2025 (from 15:00 hrs). Applications must be submitted on the OJAS portal at ojas.gujarat.gov.in. Late applications will not be accepted under any circumstances. Candidates are advised to apply well before the deadline to avoid last-minute technical issues.

Q.3 Is there any negative marking in the GPSSB Lab Technician exam? ▼

Ans: Yes, there is negative marking of (-0.25) marks for each wrong answer. Additionally, (-0.25) marks are also deducted for each blank/unanswered question. However, if a candidate selects Option 'E' (Not Attempted) on the OMR sheet for a question they wish to skip, no negative marks are applied. Candidates must strategically use the 'Not Attempted' option instead of leaving bubbles blank.

Q.4 What is the age limit for GPSSB Lab Technician PwBD Recruitment 2025? ▼

Ans: The basic upper age limit is 36 years as on 15/05/2025. However, since this is a PwBD-exclusive recruitment, age relaxations apply: General PwBD Male gets 10 years relaxation (max 45 years); General PwBD Female gets 15 years (max 45 years); Reserved Category PwBD Male gets 15 years (max 45 years); Reserved Category PwBD Female gets 20 years (max 45 years). The lower age limit is 18 years.

Q.5 How to download the GPSSB Laboratory Technician Notification PDF? ▼

Ans: The official notification PDF (Advt. No. 1/2025-26) can be downloaded from the official GPSSB website at gpssb.gujarat.gov.in. You can also access it via the OJAS portal at ojas.gujarat.gov.in by navigating to 'Current Advertisement' → selecting GPSSB → clicking 'Details' against the Laboratory Technician advertisement. Save the PDF for future reference as it contains all rules, vacancy details, and exam instructions.

Q.6 What is the educational qualification required for Laboratory Technician? ▼

Ans: Candidates must have: (1) A Bachelor's Degree in Chemistry, Microbiology, Bio-chemistry, or Bio-technology from a recognized University/Institution; AND (2) A Diploma in Laboratory Technician / Medical Laboratory Technician (MLT) / Medical Laboratory Technology / PG Diploma in MLT / 1-Year MLT Training Course from a Government-recognized institution. Additionally, basic computer knowledge and adequate knowledge of Gujarati or Hindi is required. The cut-off date for educational qualification is 15/05/2025.

Q.7 What is the selection process for GPSSB Laboratory Technician PwBD 2025? ▼

Ans: The selection process consists of: (1) Written Competitive Examination — OMR-based MCQ paper of 150 marks in 90 minutes; (2) Provisional Result and Merit List preparation (disability category-wise); (3) Original Certificate Verification for candidates in the Provisional Merit List; (4) On-screen District Allocation at GPSSB headquarters based on merit and disability category; (5) Final recommendation list and contract appointment by the appointing authority. No physical test is involved for this post.

Q.8 Is the GPSSB Laboratory Technician a permanent government job? ▼

Ans: Initially, it is a contract-based appointment for 5 years with a fixed monthly pay of ₹40,800/-. After successful completion of 5 years with satisfactory service, the candidate becomes eligible for regular (permanent) appointment in the applicable pay scale for the Laboratory Technician cadre as per prevailing Gujarat Government norms. The regularization is subject to passing departmental exams, computer skill tests, and pre-service training exams as prescribed.