Goa SSC Recruitment 2026: The Goa Staff Selection Commission (GSSC) has released Advertisement No. 02 of 2026 for the recruitment of various Group ''C'' posts. Online applications are invited from eligible candidates for a total of 722 vacancies across multiple departments including Police Headquarters, Forest Department, Inspector General of Prisons, and others.

Vacancy Details & Pay Scale

A total of 722 vacancies have been announced. The post-wise details and pay levels are as follows:

Important Dates

• Notification Date: 20th February 2026

• Last Date for Submitting Online Application: 13th March 2026

• Examination Date (CBT): To be notified later

Eligibility Criteria

1. Mandatory Requirement:

• Knowledge of the Konkani language is essential for all posts. (Knowledge of Marathi is desirable).

• Candidate must possess a valid 15 years residence certificate issued by the Competent Authority in Goa.

2. Educational Qualification (General Overview):

• Police Constable / Forest Guard / Warden / Lascar: Passed Secondary School Certificate (10th) Examination or equivalent.

• Round Forester / Platoon Commander: Higher Secondary School Certificate (12th) or equivalent.

• Range Forest Officer: Bachelor''s Degree in Science (Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry, Botany, Zoology, Forestry, or Agriculture).

• Note: Candidates must meet specific Physical Standards (Height, Weight, Chest) varying by post.

Application Fee

Payment Mode: Online payment using Internet Banking / Debit Card / Credit Card / UPI.

Selection Process

• CBT-I (Computer Based Test): A common screening test (excluding negative marking) will be conducted. Passing the Konkani Language Test (4 out of 10 marks) in this exam is mandatory.

• Physical Endurance Test (PET) / Physical Standards Test: Candidates shortlisted from CBT-I (up to 20 times the vacancies) will undergo PET (Run, Long Jump, High Jump, etc.) which is of qualifying nature.

• CBT-II (Main Exam): Candidates who qualify in PET will take CBT-II to determine final merit.

How to Apply

• Visit the official Goa Staff Selection Commission website: gssc.goa.gov.in.

• Carefully read the "Instructions" before filling the application online.Then apply here: cbes.goa.gov.in/landing

• Register and fill out the online application form with personal, educational, and physical details.

• Ensure you have the valid 15 years Residence Certificate and Employment Exchange registration card.

• Pay the application fee online through the payment gateway.

• Submit the application before 13.03.2026 and print it for future reference.