The Government of Gujarat has officially announced the Gujarat Subordinate Services, Class III (Combined Competitive Examination) Rules, 2026 for recruitment to Class-3 posts (Group-A and Group-B).
This new rulebook introduces major changes in the exam pattern, syllabus, selection process, and merit rules.
CCE Exam New Rules Announced 2026
1) Preliminary Exam
- Total Marks: 150
- Type: MCQ (Objective)
- Duration: 2 Hours
2) Main Exam (Group-A)
- Type: Descriptive / Written Exam
- Total Marks: 350
3) Main Exam (Group-B)
- Type: MCQ (Objective)
- Total Marks: 200
CCE Preliminary Exam Syllabus 2026
| Subject | Marks |
|---|---|
| Gujarati | 15 |
| English | 15 |
| General Awareness & Current Affairs | 30 |
| Quantitative Aptitude (Maths) | 30 |
| Reasoning | 60 |
| Total | 150 |
Important Key Points (New Rules)
- Negative Marking: 0.25 marks will be deducted for each wrong answer.
- There will be an option called “Not Attempted” in the exam.
- For the Main Exam, candidates equal to 7 times the total vacancies will be qualified.
- From now onwards, no Waiting List will be maintained.
Note: For complete and accurate information, candidates are advised to read the official Gazette Notification.
GSSSB CCE Main Exam New Pattern 2026
As per the new rules, the Main Exam pattern is different for Group-A and Group-B.
Group-A: Descriptive Main Exam (350 Marks)
| Paper | Subject | Marks | Time |
|---|---|---|---|
| Paper I | Gujarati Language Skill | 100 | 3 Hours |
| Paper II | English Language Skill | 100 | 3 Hours |
| Paper III | General Studies (GS) | 150 | 3 Hours |
| Total | 350 |
Group-B: MCQ Main Exam (200 Marks)
Group-B will have only one MCQ-based paper of 200 marks, covering the following topics:
- Indian Polity & Constitution (20 marks)
- Public Administration & Governance (20 marks)
- Government Schemes (30 marks)
- History, Geography & Heritage of Gujarat (30 marks)
- Economy, Science & Current Affairs (Remaining marks)
Important Selection Rules
- Candidates must score at least 40% marks in each paper to pass.
- The final merit list will be prepared only on the basis of Main Exam marks.
- Negative Marking applicable in:
- Preliminary Exam
- Group-B Main Exam
- (0.25 marks deduction per wrong answer)
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