Overview
| Field | Details |
|---|---|
| Organisation | Goa Staff Selection Commission (GSSC) |
| Total Vacancies | 722 |
| Post Type | Group C (Direct Recruitment) |
| Job Type | State Government — Permanent |
| Application Mode | Online only |
| Official Website | gssc.goa.gov.in |
| Advertisement No. | Advertisement No. 2 of Year 2026 |
📅 Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Start of Online Application | 20 February 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply Online | 13 March 2026 |
⚠️ Don’t wait for the last day — the portal may slow down near the deadline.
📍 Vacancy Details
| Post Name | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Police Constable (Male + Female) | 360 |
| Police Constable (Armed Police) | 119 |
| Police Constable Driver (Grade-III) | 111 |
| Round Forester | 23 |
| Range Forest Officer | 13 |
| Warden (Male) | 60 |
| Matron (Female) | 10 |
| Forest Guard | 9 |
| Lascar (Male) | 5 |
| Platoon Commander (Male) | 4 |
| Assistant Superintendent (Male) | 4 |
| Escort (Female) | 2 |
| Constable (Greaser) | 1 |
| Constable (Electrician) | 1 |
| Total | 722 |
🎓 Educational Qualifications
Qualifications vary by post — here’s a quick breakdown:
| Qualification Required | Posts |
|---|---|
| 10th Pass (SSC) | Police Constable (Male/Female), Police Constable (Armed Police), Police Constable Driver, Constable (Greaser), Constable (Electrician), Forest Guard, Assistant Superintendent, Warden, Matron, Lascar, Escort |
| 12th Pass (HSC) | Round Forester, Platoon Commander |
| Bachelor’s Degree in Science (with Physics/Chemistry/Maths/Botany/Zoology/Forestry/Agriculture) | Range Forest Officer |
For Police Constable Driver (Grade-III), a valid driving licence is also required.
💰 Salary Details (per month)
Salaries follow the CCS Revised Pay Rules, 2016. Higher posts = higher pay levels:
| Pay Level | Posts |
|---|---|
| Level 6 (approx. ₹35,400+) | Range Forest Officer |
| Level 4 (approx. ₹25,500+) | Platoon Commander |
| Level 3 (approx. ₹21,700+) | Round Forester |
| Level 2 (approx. ₹19,900+) | Police Constable (all types), Forest Guard, Constable (Greaser/Electrician), Assistant Superintendent |
| Level 1 (approx. ₹18,000+) | Warden, Matron, Lascar, Escort |
Plus applicable DA, HRA, and other allowances as per Goa Government rules.
🎯 Selection Process
The selection is multi-stage — you’ll need to clear each round to move forward:
- CBT – I (Computer Based Test — Screening Round)
- Physical Endurance Test (PET) / Physical Efficiency Test (for applicable posts)
- CBT – II (Post-specific written test)
- Document Verification
- Medical Examination
⏳ Age Limit
Age limits differ by post. Here’s the full breakdown:
| Post | Max Age | Relaxation |
|---|---|---|
| Range Forest Officer | 45 years | +5 yrs for Govt. servants |
| Platoon Commander | 45 years | +5 yrs for Govt. servants |
| Assistant Superintendent | 45 years | +5 yrs for Govt. servants |
| Lascar, Escort | 45 years | +5 yrs for Govt. servants |
| Round Forester, Forest Guard | 35 years | +5 yrs for Govt. servants |
| Warden, Matron | 30 years | +5 yrs for Govt. servants |
| Constable (Greaser/Electrician) | 30 years | +5 yrs for Govt. servants |
| Police Constable (Male/Female) | 28 years | +5 yrs (Govt. servants, Ex-Agniveers, Security Guards with 3 yrs service) |
| Police Constable (Armed Police) | 28 years | +5 yrs (Govt. servants), +3 yrs (Home Guards with 3 yrs service) |
| Police Constable Driver | 25 years | +5 yrs (Govt. servants), +5 yrs (Home Guards with 5 yrs driving service) |
Reserved Category Relaxations:
- SC/ST: 5 years | OBC: 3 years | PwD: 10 years | PwD (SC/ST): 15 years | PwD (OBC): 13 years
📑 How to Apply
Applying is simple — just follow these steps:
- Visit the official application portal: cbes.goa.gov.in
- Register with your mobile number and email ID
- Fill in the application form with your personal, educational, and contact details
- Upload your photograph and signature in the prescribed format
- Pay the application fee online (see fee details below)
- Review everything carefully, then hit Submit
- Save/download the confirmation page for future reference
💳 Application Fee:
| Category | Level 1–3 Posts | Level 4+ Posts |
|---|---|---|
| General (UR) | ₹200 | ₹400 |
| OBC / EWS | ₹100 | ₹200 |
| SC / ST / PwD | ₹50 | ₹100 |
Payment is accepted online only — Internet Banking, Debit/Credit Card, or UPI. Fee is charged per candidate per post.
⚙️ Key Documents Required
Keep these ready before you start filling the form:
- Recent passport-size photograph
- Signature (scanned)
- 10th / 12th Marksheet and Certificate (as applicable)
- Degree Certificate (for Range Forest Officer)
- Caste Certificate (SC/ST/OBC, if applicable)
- EWS Certificate (if applicable)
- PwD Certificate (if applicable)
- Driving Licence (for Constable Driver post)
- Domicile/Residence proof (Goa)
- Valid ID proof (Aadhaar/Voter ID/PAN)
📘 Important Links
| Resource | Link |
|---|---|
| Apply Online | cbes.goa.gov.in |
| Official Notification PDF | Download Here |
| Official GSSC Website | gssc.goa.gov.in |
💡 Tip: With 722 vacancies spread across Police, Forest, and Prison departments, there are options for candidates from 10th pass right up to graduates. Read the official notification PDF carefully to confirm your eligibility for the specific post you want to apply for.



