Goa Staff Selection Commission (Goa SSC) is inviting applications for 722 various Group 'C' posts in different Government of Goa departments. The recruitment includes posts such as Range Forest Officer, Platoon Commander, Round Forester, Police Constable (Male/Female), Police Constable (Armed Police), Police Constable Driver, Forest Guard, Warden, Matron, Assistant Superintendent, Lascar, Escort and others. Selected candidates will receive salary as per the 7th Pay Commission pay levels along with allowances as per Government rules. Interested candidates must apply online through the Goa SSC official website (gssc.goa.gov.in) before 13 March 2026.
Goa SSC Recruitment Notification 2026
- Organization Name: Goa Staff Selection Commission
- Advertisement No.: 2 of year 2026
- Post Name: Various Group 'C'
- Total Vacancy: 722
- Qualification: 10th, 12th Pass, Bachelor,s Degree
- Age Limit: 25-45 years (Post Wise)
- Apply Mode: Online
- Apply Last Date: 13.03.2026
- Selection Process: CBT I, PET, CBT II
- Official Website: gssc.goa.gov.in
Goa SSC Group C Vacancy 2026
Goa Staff Selection Commission (Goa SSC) is inviting applications for 722 various Group 'C' posts in different Government of Goa departments.
- Range Forest Officer - 13
- Platoon Commander - 4
- Round Forester - 23
- Police Constable (Male/Female) - 360
- Police Constable (Armed Police) - 119
- Police Constable Driver (Grade-III) - 111
- Constable (Greaser) - 1
- Constable (Electrician) - 1
- Forest Guard - 9
- Assistant Superintendent (Male) - 4
- Warden (Male) - 60
- Matron (Female) - 10
- Lascar (Male) - 5
- Escort (Female) - 2
Total Vacancies: 722
Goa SSC Recruitment Eligibility Criteria
Educational Qualification:
- Range Forest Officer - Bachelor's Degree in Science with subjects like Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry, Botany, Zoology, Forestry or Agriculture.
- Platoon Commander - Higher Secondary (12th pass).
- Round Forester / Forest Guard - 12th pass / SSC (as per post).
- Police Constable / Armed Police - Secondary School Certificate (10th pass).
- Police Constable Driver - 10th pass + Valid Heavy/Light Vehicle Driving License + 2 years experience.
- Constable (Greaser/Electrician) - 10th pass + ITI in related trade + experience.
- Warden / Matron / Assistant Superintendent / Lascar / Escort - 10th pass (with required physical standards).
Age Limit:
Maximum Age:
- 45 years (Range Forest Officer, Platoon Commander, Assistant Superintendent, etc.)
- 35 years (Round Forester, Forest Guard)
- 30 years (Warden, Matron, Constable posts)
- 28 years (Police Constable)
- 25 years (Police Constable Driver)
Age Relaxation:
- SC/ST - 5 years
- OBC - 3 years
- PwD - 10 years
Additional relaxation for Ex-Servicemen, Home Guards, Ex-Agniveers as per rules.
Goa SSC Group C 2026 Pay Scale
Salary is as per 7th Pay Commission (CCS Revised Pay Rules, 2016):
- Range Forest Officer: Level 6
- Platoon Commander: Level 4
- Round Forester: Level 3
- Police Constable, Driver, Forest Guard, etc.: Level 2
- Warden, Matron, Lascar, Escort: Level 1
GSSC Recruitment Application Fee
For Level 1 to 3 Posts:
- UR Category - Rs.200/-
- OBC Category - Rs.100/-
- SC/ST Category - Rs.50/-
- PwD Category - Rs.50/-
- EWS Category - Rs.100/-
For Level 4 & Above Posts:
- UR Category - Rs.400/-
- OBC Category - Rs.200/-
- SC/ST Category - Rs.100/-
- PwD Category - Rs.100/-
- EWS Category - Rs.200/-
Payment Mode: Online only (Debit Card / Credit Card / UPI / Net Banking).
Goa SSC Recruitment 2026 How to Apply
Candidates can follow the steps below to apply online:
- Visit the Goa SSC official website: gssc.goa.gov.in.
- Click on Advertisement No. 2 of 2026.
- Register using valid email ID and mobile number.
- Fill in personal, educational and category details carefully.
- Upload required documents (photo, signature, certificates).
- Pay the application fee online.
- Submit the form and take a printout for future reference.
Goa Staff Selection Commission Recruitment Selection Process
The selection process will include the following steps -
- Step 1: CBT-I (Computer Based Test)
- Step 2: PET (Physical Endurance Test)
- Step 3: CBT-II
Goa SSC Group C Recruitment Important Dates
- Date of Notification: 20.02.2026
- Last Date of Online Application: 13.03.2026
Important Links:
- Click Here: Notification PDF
- Click Here: Apply Online
- Click Here: Official Website
Goa SSC Recruitment 2026 - Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ):
Q1. How many vacancies are released?
- Answer: A total of 722 vacancies have been announced for various Group 'C' posts in different Goa Government departments.
Q2. What is the mode of application?
- Answer: Candidates can apply online only through the official website gssc.goa.gov.in.
Q3. What is the last date to apply?
- Answer: The last date to submit the online application is 13 March 2026.
