What is the difference between GPSC Class 1-2 and Class 3?

GPSC Class 1-2 fills senior gazetted administrative posts requiring higher qualification and leadership roles. Class 3 fills non-gazetted officer and upper division clerical posts at the departmental level. The Class 1-2 exam is more competitive with a higher difficulty level and includes an interview stage. Class 3 is comparatively easier and typically does not have a personal interview, with selection based on written exam performance alone.

What topics are covered in GPSC Class 3 GS section?

The GPSC Class 3 GS section covers Gujarat history, geography, economics, and current affairs. Important Gujarat-specific topics include the Narmada Dam project, major cities, coastal geography, and tribal culture of the state. National-level GS topics like Indian polity, science and technology, and environment are also included. Current affairs from the past 6 months, especially related to Gujarat government schemes and initiatives, feature prominently.

Is Gujarati compulsory for GPSC Class 3?

Yes, Gujarati Language is a compulsory section in GPSC Class 3 carrying 25 marks. The section tests basic grammar, comprehension, and vocabulary in Gujarati. Candidates should have at least a basic working knowledge of written and spoken Gujarati. Those educated in Gujarati medium schools will have a natural advantage in this section, but English medium candidates can also prepare with targeted practice materials.

How is GPSC Class 3 exam conducted?

GPSC Class 3 exam is conducted in Computer Based Test (CBT) mode at designated centers across Gujarat. The online format enables faster result declaration and reduced chances of paper leaks. The exam consists of 100 objective-type questions to be attempted in 90 minutes. Candidates are allotted examination centers based on their preference indicated during registration, primarily within Gujarat.

What are the career prospects after GPSC Class 3 selection?

GPSC Class 3 appointees join as junior administrative staff in various Gujarat government departments. With experience and departmental promotions, they can advance to Senior Clerk, Head Clerk, and eventually Class 2 officer positions. There are also opportunities to appear for departmental promotion exams to advance to higher grades. The job offers good job security, regular salary increments, and state government employee benefits.

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GPSC Class 3 Preparation Guide

Gujarat Public Service Commission (GPSC)

Your Complete Preparation Guide for GPSC Class 3 2027 — strategy, study plan, tips & more.

DifficultyModerate

Total Marks100

Duration90 min

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Exam Overview

Mode

online

Frequency

Annual

Next Exam Date

2025-05-25

EEligibility Criteria

Bachelor's degree or equivalent; age 18-35 years; working knowledge of Gujarati language required

ANumber of Attempts

Study Plan by Subject

General Studies & GK

Week 1-4: Foundation

Core concepts & basics

Week 5-8: Deep Practice

Advanced problems & revision

Week 9-12: Mock Tests + Revision

Full-length tests & weak-area focus

Refer to official syllabus for complete topic list

Gujarati Language

Week 1-4: Foundation

Core concepts & basics

Week 5-8: Deep Practice

Advanced problems & revision

Week 9-12: Mock Tests + Revision

Full-length tests & weak-area focus

Refer to official syllabus for complete topic list

Basic Mathematics & Reasoning

Week 1-4: Foundation

Core concepts & basics

Week 5-8: Deep Practice

Advanced problems & revision

Week 9-12: Mock Tests + Revision

Full-length tests & weak-area focus

Refer to official syllabus for complete topic list

Expert Preparation Tips

Focus on Gujarat geography — districts, rivers, dams (especially Narmada/Sardar Sarovar), wildlife sanctuaries, and coastal features of the Saurashtra and Kutch regions.

Practice Gujarati grammar topics like sandhi, samas, antonyms, synonyms, and idioms as these are straightforward scoring topics in the language section.

Strengthen basic maths skills — number system, percentages, simple interest, profit and loss, and average problems typically appear in the maths section.

Follow Sandesh, Gujarat Samachar, or Divya Bhaskar newspapers for Gujarat current affairs as state-specific news forms a large part of GK questions.

Exam Pattern at a Glance

Section	Questions	Marks	Duration (est.)
General Studies & GK	33	33	30 min
Gujarati Language	33	33	30 min
Basic Mathematics & Reasoning	33	33	30 min
Total	100	100	90 min

Important Dates

Registration Opens

2025-02-20

Next Exam Date

2025-05-25

Conducted By

Gujarat Public Service Commission (GPSC)

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