Last updated: September 12, 2026 at 5:22 PM
The Goa Staff Selection Commission (GSSC) has released the full detailed Advertisement No. 3 of Year 2026 for 222 Group C posts across 35-plus departments of the Government of Goa, covering Lower Division Clerk/Recovery Clerk, Junior Assistant, Data Entry Operator and Desktop Publishing Operator. Candidates who have passed Higher Secondary School Certificate (or hold an AICTE-approved Diploma), possess a computer course certificate and hold a valid 15-year Goa residence certificate can apply online at the Commission’s website. Selection is through a two-tier Computer Based Test followed by a qualifying typing test, and the last date to submit the online application is 02.10.2026.
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Goa SSC Recruitment 2026 Overview
| Post Name | Lower Division Clerk/Recovery Clerk, Junior Assistant, Data Entry Operator, Desktop Publishing Operator |
| Organization | Goa Staff Selection Commission (GSSC), Government of Goa |
| Notification / Advertisement No. | Advertisement No. 3 of Year 2026 (Ref. No.1/164/2026-GSSC/883 dated 11.09.2026) |
| Location | Goa |
| Total Vacancies | 222 posts (UR 123, ST 28, SC 4, OBC 51, EWS 16) |
| Qualification | Higher Secondary School Certificate or AICTE-approved Diploma, plus a minimum six-month computer course certificate and the post-wise typing speed; knowledge of Konkani essential |
| Age Limit | Not exceeding 45 years as on 02.10.2026 Check your age eligibility → |
| Selection Process | CBT-I (screening) → CBT-II (merit) → Typing/Skill Test (qualifying) → Merit list and post counselling |
| Pay Scale | Pay Matrix Level 5 for Desktop Publishing Operator; Pay Matrix Level 2 for the other three posts (CCS Revised Pay Rules, 2016) |
| How to Apply | Online mode only, through the Commission’s website |
| Official Notification | Download Notification PDF |
| Official Website / Apply Online | Goa Online Recruitment System |
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Detailed advertisement issued | 11.09.2026 |
| Detailed advertisement uploaded on GSSC website | 11.09.2026 |
| Last date to submit online application | 02.10.2026 |
| Cut-off date for age, qualification, experience and documents | 02.10.2026 (last date of application) |
| CBT examination date | To be intimated later through the GSSC website and local daily newspapers |
Application Fee
The fee is charged per candidate according to the pay level of the post applied for.
| Pay Level of the Post | UR | SC/ST | OBC | EWS | PwD |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Level 1 to 3 — Lower Division Clerk/Recovery Clerk, Data Entry Operator, Junior Assistant (all Level 2) | Rs. 200 | Rs. 50 | Rs. 100 | Rs. 100 | Nil |
| Level 4 and above — Desktop Publishing Operator (Level 5) | Rs. 400 | Rs. 100 | Rs. 200 | Rs. 200 | Nil |
Mode of payment: Online only, through Internet Banking, Debit Card, Credit Card or UPI. No physical payments will be allowed.
Vacancy Details
Post-wise and category-wise breakup of all 222 vacancies:
| Post Name | Pay Level | Total | UR | ST | SC | OBC | EWS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lower Division Clerk/Recovery Clerk | Level 2 | 204 | 111 | 26 | 4 | 47 | 16 |
| Junior Assistant | Level 2 | 13 | 7 | 2 | 0 | 4 | 0 |
| Desktop Publishing Operator | Level 5 | 3 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Data Entry Operator | Level 2 | 2 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Total | — | 222 | 123 | 28 | 4 | 51 | 16 |
The 204 Lower Division Clerk/Recovery Clerk posts are spread across 35 departments, and the 13 Junior Assistant posts across 2 departments. The largest department-wise allocations for Lower Division Clerk/Recovery Clerk are listed below; the complete department-by-department table is given in the official notification.
| Department (Lower Division Clerk/Recovery Clerk) | Posts |
|---|---|
| Electricity Department | 22 |
| Directorate of Education | 17 |
| Collectorate South Goa | 16 |
| Directorate of Transport | 14 |
| Office of the Director General of Police | 14 |
| Directorate of Accounts | 11 |
| Office of the Commissioner of State Taxes | 10 |
| Department of Animal Husbandry and Veterinary Services, Directorate of Tourism | 9 each |
| Directorate of Agriculture, Directorate of Art and Culture, Directorate of Panchayats, Office of the Commissioner of Labour and Employment, Collectorate North Goa | 8 each |
| Directorate of Mines and Geology | 5 |
| Other 22 departments | 1 to 4 each |
Horizontal reservation: within the above totals, a number of posts are additionally reserved for Ex-Servicemen, Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwD) and Meritorious Sportspersons, department by department. The exact department-wise horizontal reservation is set out in the official notification.
Eligibility Criteria
| Criterion | Detail |
|---|---|
| Educational Qualification — Desktop Publishing Operator | Higher Secondary School Certificate in any stream from a recognized Board; NCVT training in Desktop Publishing Operator or an Apprenticeship completion certificate under the Apprentices Act, 1961 in the DTP Operator trade; 3 years experience in printing and publishing; practical knowledge of Layout Programme, Word Processing Programme and Corel Draw; typing speed 40 words per minute; working knowledge of Devnagri software; knowledge of Konkani. Desirable: experience of control over essential commodities and knowledge of Marathi. |
| Educational Qualification — Lower Division Clerk/Recovery Clerk, Data Entry Operator, Junior Assistant | Higher Secondary School Certificate from a recognized board, or an AICTE-approved Diploma from a recognized State Board of Technical Education or equivalent; minimum six-month Diploma/Course Certificate in Computer from an institute recognized by Info Tech Corporation of Goa Limited, the Government of India, or the Human Resource Development Foundation affiliated to the Directorate of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship; minimum typing speed 30 words per minute in English; at least one year working experience; knowledge of Konkani. Desirable: knowledge of Marathi. |
| Computer Certificate Exemption | Candidates holding a Degree or Diploma in Computers, Computer Science, Computer Applications, Information Technology, Electronics, Electronics and Telecommunication or Electrical and Electronics from a recognized University or State Board of Technical Education, or a Trade/Course Certificate in Computer Operator and Programming Assistant (COPA) from a recognized ITI, are exempted from producing the Diploma Course Certificate for the Lower Division Clerk/Recovery Clerk, Data Entry Operator and Junior Assistant posts. |
| Experience Exemption | Candidates belonging to the Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwD) category are exempted from the essential experience requirement, vide order No. 1/8/2023-PER/2792 dated 08.09.2026. |
| Age Limit | Not exceeding 45 years as on 02.10.2026, the last date of application; relaxable as per the table below, subject to a maximum of 56 years for all categories Check your age eligibility → |
| Domicile / Residence | A valid 15 years residence certificate issued by the competent authority in Goa is required. |
| Employment Exchange | Registration with the Employment Exchange, Goa, or a valid Employment Registration Card is required. |
| Language | Knowledge of Konkani is an essential qualification for every post. In the CBT, a minimum of 4 marks out of 10 in the Konkani language test is mandatory for further evaluation. |
| Application Restriction | A candidate must apply separately for each post, in the respective category (UR, OBC, SC, ST, EWS, Ex-Servicemen, Meritorious Sportsperson, PwD). A candidate applying for more than one post appears in only one batch of CBT-I. |
Age Relaxation
| Category | Relaxation |
|---|---|
| Scheduled Caste / Scheduled Tribe (SC/ST) | 5 years |
| Other Backward Classes (OBC) | 3 years |
| Persons with Disabilities (PwD) | 10 years |
| PwD belonging to SC/ST | 15 years |
| PwD belonging to OBC | 13 years |
| Ex-Servicemen | As per Orders/Rules in force |
| Government servants and others | Up to 5 years, in accordance with instructions or orders issued by the Government from time to time |
| Overall maximum age after relaxation | 56 years, applicable to all categories |
Selection Process
The Commission conducts a two-tier Computer Based Test for all four posts, followed by a qualifying typing or skill test. Selection is made on the basis of CBT-II marks only.
| Stage | Details |
|---|---|
| Stage 1 — CBT-I (common screening test) | Multiple choice, 60 marks, 75 minutes. Sections: English and Comprehension 20 marks, Numerical Ability 10 marks, Reasoning 20 marks, Konkani Language 10 marks. No negative marking. One common CBT-I is held for all four posts, and it is used for shortlisting and screening only — it does not decide merit. Minimum passing marks: UR 45 per cent, OBC 40 per cent, SC/ST/PwD 35 per cent. In addition, a minimum of 4 out of 10 marks in the Konkani language test is mandatory; only candidates who clear this are taken forward. A candidate who applies for more than one post appears in only one CBT-I batch, and if a candidate appears in more than one batch, the score of the first attempt is the valid one. |
| Stage 2 — CBT-II (merit-deciding test) | Multiple choice, 80 marks, 100 minutes. Sections: English and Comprehension 30 marks, Numerical Ability 10 marks, Reasoning 20 marks, Basic Knowledge of Computer Proficiency 20 marks. No negative marking. Shortlisting from CBT-I merit: 10 times the number of posts in each category for Desktop Publishing Operator, and 5 times the number of posts in each category for Lower Division Clerk/Recovery Clerk, Data Entry Operator and Junior Assistant. CBT-II for Desktop Publishing Operator is held separately; CBT-II for the other three posts is common and held in one batch. Final selection is based on CBT-II marks only. |
| Stage 3 — Typing / Skill Test (qualifying only) | Candidates who pass CBT-II, or two times the number of vacancies in each category, whichever is lower, are called. Required speed: 40 words per minute in English for Desktop Publishing Operator and 30 words per minute in English for Lower Division Clerk/Recovery Clerk, Data Entry Operator and Junior Assistant. The test is of a purely qualifying nature and does not count towards merit, but it is mandatory to clear it. If sufficient candidates are not available in the select list and wait list after the skill test, the Commission may allot additional candidates for the test. |
| Stage 4 — Merit list, post option and counselling | A common merit list is prepared in descending order of CBT-II marks, irrespective of category. Candidates for Lower Division Clerk/Recovery Clerk, Data Entry Operator and Junior Assistant may then exercise a choice of post based on their eligibility and merit, through a counselling session. An option once exercised is final and no change is allowed afterwards. A wait list is also prepared for each post. Tie-break: where two or more candidates score equal marks, the candidate born earlier is given precedence. Placement in a particular department is decided by the Commission and no request for change of department is entertained. |
| PwD compensatory time | Candidates in the PwD category get an additional 25 minutes in the 60-mark CBT and an additional 35 minutes in the 80-mark CBT. |
Salary and Benefits
| Component | Detail |
|---|---|
| Pay Level — Desktop Publishing Operator | Pay Matrix Level 5 |
| Pay Level — Lower Division Clerk/Recovery Clerk | Pay Matrix Level 2 |
| Pay Level — Data Entry Operator | Pay Matrix Level 2 |
| Pay Level — Junior Assistant | Pay Matrix Level 2 |
| Pay rules applicable | CCS (Revised Pay) Rules, 2016, as adopted by the Government of Goa |
| Monthly pay figures and allowances | Not specified in notification — the advertisement states the pay level only, and does not give basic pay, gross emoluments, Dearness Allowance, House Rent Allowance or other allowance figures |
| Employment type | Regular Group C posts in Government of Goa departments |
How to Apply
- Visit the Goa Staff Selection Commission website at gssc.goa.gov.in and read the “Instructions” and the general instructions for filling the application form before starting.
- Go to the Goa Online Recruitment System and click Register to create your login, then sign in.
- Fill the online application form for the post you want, selecting the correct category (UR, OBC, SC, ST, EWS, Ex-Servicemen, Meritorious Sportsperson or PwD). Apply separately for each post you are eligible for.
- Upload a recent passport-size photograph and keep all required certificates ready as listed below.
- Pay the application fee online using Internet Banking, Debit Card, Credit Card or UPI, then submit the form and save the confirmation before 02.10.2026.
Note: Applications are accepted through online mode only, and no physical payment of the application fee will be allowed. Candidates who do not possess the qualification required under the Recruitment Rules should not apply, as the Commission states that a serious view will be taken against such candidates.
Documents Required
| Document | Format / Notes |
|---|---|
| Recent passport-size photograph | Must be recent; uploaded while submitting the online application. Exact pixel and KB specifications are not stated in the notification and are enforced by the application portal. Resize your photo and signature → |
| Valid 15 years residence certificate | Issued by the competent authority in Goa — mandatory |
| Employment Exchange registration | Registration with the Employment Exchange, Goa, or a valid Employment Registration Card |
| Birth certificate | Age proof as on the cut-off date of 02.10.2026 |
| Educational certificates | Higher Secondary School Certificate or AICTE-approved Diploma, with mark sheets |
| Diploma / Course Certificate in Computer | Minimum six months, from a recognized institute; not required if you qualify for the computer certificate exemption listed under Eligibility Criteria |
| Caste / Social Status certificate | For SC, ST and OBC candidates. Candidates without a valid OBC certificate, including those in the OBC creamy layer, must apply under the UR category. |
| EWS certificate | For candidates applying under the Economically Weaker Sections category |
| Disability certificate | For candidates applying under the Persons with Benchmark Disabilities category |
| Experience certificate | Proof of the required working experience. For apprenticeship experience the period must be a minimum of 11 months, that is 335 days. For experience in an Advocate’s, Chartered Accountant’s, Architect’s, Cost Accountant’s, Company Secretary’s or Engineer’s office, a bank account statement showing monthly salary credited by the employer is mandatory. For experience in any other private establishment, a certified copy of the establishment’s Registration Certificate issued by the Labour Inspector and a certified copy of the Form I statement submitted to the Labour Inspector are mandatory. |
| Ex-Servicemen certificate | For candidates applying under the Ex-Servicemen category |
Exam Pattern and Syllabus
| Section | CBT-I marks | CBT-II marks |
|---|---|---|
| Test of English and Comprehension | 20 | 30 |
| Test of Numerical Ability | 10 | 10 |
| Test of Reasoning | 20 | 20 |
| Test of Konkani Language | 10 | — |
| Test of Basic Knowledge of Computer Proficiency | — | 20 |
| Total marks | 60 | 80 |
| Time allowed | 75 minutes | 100 minutes |
| Negative marking | Not applicable in either CBT | |
The pattern above is identical for all four posts. The Konkani language questions appear in the first 10 questions of CBT-I, and at least 4 of the 10 marks must be scored for a candidate to be considered further.
Important Links
| Download Official Notification (PDF) | Advertisement No. 3 of Year 2026 |
| Apply Online | Goa Online Recruitment System |
| Official Website | Goa Staff Selection Commission |
| Join Telegram Channel | Join Telegram Channel |
| Join WhatsApp Channel | Join WhatsApp Channel |
Common Mistakes to Avoid
- Applying without a valid 15 years Goa residence certificate or without Employment Exchange, Goa registration — both are mandatory and there is no relaxation.
- Treating the Konkani section as optional; scoring less than 4 out of 10 in it removes you from further evaluation no matter how well you score elsewhere.
- Submitting one application and assuming it covers several posts — you must apply separately for each post, in the correct category.
- Appearing in more than one batch of CBT-I; only the score from your first attempt or batch is treated as valid.
- Applying under OBC without a valid OBC certificate, or while in the OBC creamy layer — such candidates must apply under the UR category instead.
- Waiting to pay the fee offline; payment is online only and no physical payment is accepted, so a form left unpaid on 02.10.2026 is simply incomplete.
- Changing your mind after counselling — the post option, once exercised, is final and no change of post is allowed later for any reason.
Frequently Asked Questions
1. What is the last date to apply for Goa SSC Advertisement No. 3 of 2026?
The last date for submitting the online application is 02.10.2026.
2. How many vacancies are there in total?
There are 222 posts in all — 204 Lower Division Clerk/Recovery Clerk, 13 Junior Assistant, 3 Desktop Publishing Operator and 2 Data Entry Operator.
3. What qualification do I need?
A Higher Secondary School Certificate or an AICTE-approved Diploma, plus a minimum six-month computer course certificate and the typing speed required for the post — 30 words per minute for Lower Division Clerk/Recovery Clerk, Data Entry Operator and Junior Assistant, and 40 words per minute for Desktop Publishing Operator.
4. What is the age limit and how much relaxation is available?
The age must not exceed 45 years as on 02.10.2026, with relaxation of 5 years for SC/ST, 3 years for OBC, 10 years for PwD, 15 years for PwD from SC/ST and 13 years for PwD from OBC, subject to an overall maximum of 56 years.
5. How much is the application fee?
For the Level 2 posts the UR fee is Rs. 200 (SC/ST Rs. 50, OBC Rs. 100, EWS Rs. 100), and for the Level 5 Desktop Publishing Operator post the UR fee is Rs. 400 (SC/ST Rs. 100, OBC Rs. 200, EWS Rs. 200); PwD candidates pay nothing.
6. Can candidates from outside Goa apply?
No — a valid 15 years residence certificate issued by the competent authority in Goa is an essential requirement, and knowledge of Konkani is compulsory for every post.
7. How is the final selection decided?
CBT-I is only a screening test; the final merit is decided entirely by CBT-II marks, and the typing or skill test that follows is qualifying in nature and does not add to your merit score.
8. When will the examination be held?
The exam date has not been announced yet — the Commission will intimate it in due course through its website and a publication in the local daily.
Disclaimer: The information above has been compiled from the official notification for the convenience of job seekers. Candidates are advised to verify all details from the official website before applying.
