Goa Staff Selection Commission (GSSC) has released Advt No. 2/2026 for 722 Group C posts. 10th/12th/Graduate candidates with Goa Domicile can Apply.
Goa Staff Selection Commission (GSSC)GSSC Group C Syllabus Details 2026ADVT No – 2/2026 | Short Details of NotificationWWW.GOVFORMHUB.COM |
GSSC Group C Recruitment Details 2026
SELECTION PROCESS (3 Stages)
- CBT‑I (Screening – Common for most posts)
- PET (Physical Endurance Test) – only for physical posts
- CBT‑II (Main, Post‑specific) → Final Merit + Documents
- No negative marking in any CBT.
- Konkani Language test compulsory; 4/10 marks minimum.
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CBT‑I PATTERN (COMMON – LEVEL 1 TO 6)
| Subject | Marks | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Test of Reasoning | 10 | |
| Test of Numerical Ability | 10 | |
| Test of Konkani Language | 10 | |
| Test of English & Comprehension | 30 | Total 60 marks – 75 minutes |
| Total | 60 | 75 min |
- Minimum passing (overall CBT‑I): UR 45%, OBC 40%, SC/ST 35%.
- Konkani: First 10 questions; ≥4 marks compulsory, varna copy evaluate hi nahi hogi.
CBT‑I Detailed Syllabus (All Group C Posts)
- Reasoning (10 marks): Analogies, series, coding‑decoding, puzzles, direction, blood relation, classification.
- Numerical Ability (10 marks):
Percentages, ratio‑proportion, average, time & work, time‑distance, simple/compound interest, profit‑loss, data interpretation, basic arithmetic. - Konkani (10 marks):
Basic vocabulary, grammar, sentence formation, simple comprehension; everyday usage in Goa context. - English & Comprehension (30 marks):
Grammar, tenses, articles, prepositions, vocabulary, synonyms/antonyms, sentence correction, cloze test, comprehension passages.
CBT‑II PATTERN & SYLLABUS (POST‑WISE MAIN EXAM)
CBT‑II marks depend on post (60 or 80 marks, 75–100 min).
1) Range Forest Officer (Level‑6) – Example Pattern
| Subject | Marks | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Reasoning | 10 | |
| Numerical Ability | 10 | |
| English & Comprehension | 20 | |
| Subject Specific Test | 40 | Total 80 marks – 100 min |
| Total | 80 | 100 min |
Subject‑Specific (40 marks) – Forestry & Environment:
Forest types, silviculture basics, wildlife conservation, biodiversity, soil & water conservation, forest mensuration, Indian forest policies, environmental laws, NP/WLS in Goa etc.
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2) Police Constable, Platoon Commander, Asst. Superintendent, Warden, Matron, Lascar, Escort (Levels 1–4)
| Subject | Marks | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Reasoning | 10 | |
| Numerical Ability | 10 | |
| English & Comprehension | 20 | |
| General History of Goa | 20 | Total 60 marks – 75 min |
| Total | 60 | 75 min |
General History of Goa (20 marks):
Pre‑Portuguese Goa, Portuguese rule, freedom struggle, opinion poll, statehood, important movements & personalities, post‑liberation developments.
3) Round Forester, Forest Guard
| Subject | Marks | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Reasoning | 10 | |
| Numerical Ability | 10 | |
| English & Comprehension | 20 | |
| General Geography of Goa | 20 | Total 60 marks – 75 min |
Geography of Goa (20 marks):
Location, climate, rivers (Mandovi, Zuari, etc.), coasts, forests, wildlife, crops, minerals, transport, tourism geography.
4) Police Constable Driver
| Subject | Marks | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Reasoning | 10 | |
| Numerical Ability | 10 | |
| English & Comprehension | 20 | |
| Traffic Rules & Vehicle Maintenance | 20 | Total 60 marks – 75 min |
Traffic & Vehicle (20 marks):
Motor Vehicles Act basics, traffic signs, penalties, safe driving, maintenance of engine, brakes, lights, tyres, fuel efficiency.
5) Constable (Greaser/Electrician)
| Subject | Marks | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Reasoning | 10 | |
| Numerical Ability | 10 | |
| English & Comprehension | 20 | |
| Subject Specific Test | 20 | Total 60 marks – 75 min |
Subject‑Specific (20 marks):
- Greaser: Lubrication systems, basic mechanics, pumps, fuel & oil types.
- Electrician: Basic electrical theory, AC/DC, wiring, fuses, safety, tools.
PHYSICAL ENDURANCE TEST (PET) – FOR PHYSICAL POSTS ONLY
- Shortlisting for PET: Up to 20× vacancies per category from CBT‑I.
- PET is qualifying only, no marks added, but fail = out.
- Standards (post‑wise): running, long jump, high jump, etc. (Police/Forest posts – details in PET table of official PDF).
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QUALIFYING & MERIT RULES
- Konkani Test: ≥4/10 required; otherwise CBT invalid.
- CBT minimum: UR 45%, OBC 40%, SC/ST 35%.
- Final Merit: Based on CBT‑II marks (after PET + document check).
- Tie‑breaking: Higher age (older candidate) gets priority.
Important Links : GSSC Group C Recruitment 2026
| Apply Online | Click Here |
| Join GovFormhub Channel | Telegram | WhatsApp |
| Official Notification PDF | Download Here |
| Official Website | GSSC |
QUICK 7‑DAY PREP PLAN (COMMON PATTERN)
Day 1–2:
- Reasoning + Numerical (CBT‑I + CBT‑II common topics)
- 100–150 MCQs/day (mixed).
Day 3:
- English + Konkani basics (vocabulary, grammar, small passages).
Day 4–5:
- Post‑specific section (History/Geography of Goa / Traffic / Forestry).
Day 6:
- 2 full CBT‑I style mocks (60 Q, 75 min) + analysis.
Day 7:
- One CBT‑II style mock for your post + revision of Goa‑specific topics.
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