Candidates must possess a Higher Secondary School Certificate (12th Pass) or an AICTE-approved Diploma from a recognized State Board. For LDC/Recovery Clerk, DEO, and Junior Assistant, candidates require a minimum 6-month Computer Diploma/Certificate (exempted for Computer Science/IT Degree/Diploma or ITI COPA holders), a typing speed of 30 wpm in English, and 1 year of working experience (PwD candidates exempted). For Desktop Publishing Operator, candidates need 12th + NCVT / Apprenticeship training in DTP, 3 years printing/publishing experience, Corel Draw/layout skills, and 40 wpm English typing. Knowledge of Konkani and 15 years Goa residence certificate are mandatory.
PermanentSep. 11, 2026
Goa Staff Selection Commission Recruitment 2026 – Apply Online for 222 LDC, Junior Assistant & Group C Posts
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Sep. 11, 2026Lower Division Clerk / Recovery ClerkJunior AssistantDesktop Publishing OperatorData Entry Operator
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Crucial Recruitment Dates
Official schedule & key deadlines
Published
Sep 11, 2026
2
Starts
Sep 11, 2026
3
Deadline
Oct 2, 2026
4
Exam Date
TBA
Application Window11 Sep – 2 Oct 2026
Exam / Test DateTo Be Announced
Eligibility Criteria & Educational Qualifications
Who is eligible to apply for this recruitment? Check essential educational qualifications, branch/stream criteria, and age limits.
Educational Qualification
Age Limit & Relaxations
Upper age limit is 45 years as on the closing date (02/10/2026). Relaxable by 5 years for SC/ST, 3 years for OBC, 10 years for PwD (15 years for PwD SC/ST, 13 years for PwD OBC), and for Government servants/Ex-Servicemen as per Goa Government rules up to a maximum of 56 years.
Selection Procedure & Screening Stages
Verified Official SourceHow will candidates be selected? Multi-stage screening roadmap from application to final merit list.
CBT-I (Screening Test: 60 Marks, 75 Minutes - Konkani Language Qualifying Barrier of 4/10 Marks)
Online CBTQualifying Only
CBT-II (Main Merit Examination: 80 Marks, 100 Minutes)
Online CBTMerit Scored
Skill / Typing Test (30 wpm in English for LDC/DEO/Jr. Assistant; 40 wpm for DTP Operator)
Offline Skill TestQualifying Only
Document Verification & Departmental Allocation Counselling
OfflineQualifying Only
Selection is formulated through a Two-Tier Computer Based Test (CBT) followed by a qualifying Skill/Typing Test and Document Verification. CBT-I (60 marks, 75 mins) acts as a screening test; candidates must secure at least 4 out of 10 marks in the Konkani language section (first 10 questions) to qualify for evaluation of remaining sections. Candidates are shortlisted for CBT-II (80 marks, 100 mins) in a 1:5 ratio (1:10 for DTP Operator). Selection merit is determined strictly by CBT-II scores among candidates who clear the typing test (30 wpm for LDC/DEO/Jr. Asst; 40 wpm for DTP Operator). Minimum passing marks in CBT are 45% for UR, 40% for OBC, and 35% for SC/ST/PwD with no negative marking.
Syllabus & Exam Pattern Overview
Verified Official SourceWhat is the examination structure? Mode of test, total marks, duration, and negative marking rules.
Exam Tier / Mode
Tier-I (CBT-I Screening Test)
Total Duration
75 Minutes
Negative Marking
No negative marking
| Subject / Section | Questions | Max Marks |
|---|---|---|
| Test of Konkani Language (Mandatory passing: min 4 marks out of 10) | 10 | 10 |
| Test of English & Comprehension | 20 | 20 |
| Test of Numerical Ability | 10 | 10 |
| Test of Reasoning | 20 | 20 |
| Total | 60 | 60 |
Exam Tier / Mode
Tier-II (CBT-II Main Merit Examination)
Total Duration
100 Minutes
Negative Marking
No negative marking
| Subject / Section | Questions | Max Marks |
|---|---|---|
| Test of English & Comprehension | 30 | 30 |
| Test of Numerical Ability | 10 | 10 |
| Test of Reasoning | 20 | 20 |
| Test of Basic Knowledge of Computer Proficiency | 20 | 20 |
| Total | 80 | 80 |
Aspirant Ground Reality & Career Trajectory
Verified Official SourcePractical service rules, posting locations, transfer policy, and promotion ladder curated from official gazettes.
Work Culture & Environment
Office/fieldwork balance, duties, organizational environment.
Lower Division Clerks and Junior Assistants in the Goa State Administration are deployed across 35 government departments and directorates (e.g. Collectorates of North and South Goa, Directorate of Accounts, Transport, Education, and Police Headquarters). Duties include handling official correspondence, processing files, counter services, public interface, maintaining registers, and operating state e-Governance portals. Work culture follows regular government office timings (09:30 AM to 05:45 PM, 5-day week) in Panaji and district collectorates.
Posting & Transfer Policy
Initial posting criteria, zone preferences, transfer liability.
Posts are regular and permanent state government positions under the Government of Goa. Initial appointment is subject to a 2-year probation period. Postings and transfers occur within the state of Goa across Secretariat departments, directorates, and taluka/district field offices.
Career & Promotion Ladder
Promotion timeline, seniority ladder, pay grade scaling.
Career progression for Lower Division Clerks follows the established state administrative hierarchy: Lower Division Clerk (Level-2) -> Upper Division Clerk / UDC (Level-4) -> Head Clerk (Level-6) -> Office Superintendent (Level-7) -> Assistant Administrative Officer / Under Secretary. Promotion depends on seniority, qualifying departmental examinations, and APAR grading.
Crucial Application Warnings & Eligibility Traps
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- Mandatory Konkani Barrier in CBT-I: The first 10 questions in CBT-I test Konkani language proficiency. Candidates must score a minimum of 4 marks out of 10 in Konkani to have their remaining CBT-I sections evaluated; failure to clear this barrier results in immediate disqualification.
- 15-Year Goa Domicile Mandatory: Candidates must possess a valid 15-year residence certificate issued by the competent authority in Goa and a valid Employment Exchange registration card.
- One Year Experience Verification: For LDC/DEO/Junior Assistant, 1 year experience must be substantiated with documentary proof (bank statement showing salary credit for professional offices or Form I Labour Inspector registration for private establishments). PwD candidates are exempted.
- No Negative Marking: Both CBT-I and CBT-II have zero negative marking, allowing candidates to attempt all questions safely.
Category-Wise Vacancy Breakdown & Pay Scale
Detailed post distribution across UR, OBC, EWS, SC, ST quotas and 7th CPC Pay Matrix / Monthly Stipend.
Category-Wise Vacancy Distribution
- UR123
- OBC51
- ST28
- EWS16
- SC4
Total Vacancies222
Pay Scale & Monthly Remuneration
Selected candidates are placed in the CCS Revised Pay Rules, 2016 structure: Level 2 (₹19,900/- to ₹63,200/-) for LDC/Recovery Clerk, Data Entry Operator, and Junior Assistant; Level 5 (₹29,200/- to ₹92,300/-) for Desktop Publishing Operator, plus applicable DA, HRA, and state allowances.
Pay Level-2 (₹19,900 - ₹63,200) for LDC/Recovery Clerk, DEO, and Junior Assistant; Pay Level-5 (₹29,200 - ₹92,300) for Desktop Publishing Operator as per 7th CPC / CCS Revised Pay Rules 2016.
How to Apply Online Step-by-Step?
Follow this verified step-by-step application procedure on the official recruitment portal.
Application Procedure
- Visit the official portal of Goa Staff Selection Commission at gssc.goa.gov.in and review Advertisement No. 3 of Year 2026 instructions.
- Register or log in using valid credentials and navigate to the application form for the desired post(s). Candidates applying for multiple posts must submit separate applications for each post under their respective category.
- Upload required documents including a recent passport-size photograph, 15-year Goa residence certificate, valid Employment Exchange registration card, educational certificates, computer diploma, experience certificate (or salary bank statement/Form I if applicable), and category certificate.
- Pay the prescribed non-refundable application fee online via Net Banking, Debit/Credit Card, or UPI before the deadline.
- Verify all entered details and submit the application form on or before 02/10/2026. Download and save the confirmation printout for future reference.
Application Fee & Category Concessions
For Pay Level 1 to 3 posts (LDC, DEO, Junior Assistant): ₹200/- for General/UR, ₹100/- for OBC & EWS, ₹50/- for SC/ST, and Nil for PwD. For Pay Level 4 and above (Desktop Publishing Operator): ₹400/- for General/UR, ₹200/- for OBC & EWS, ₹100/- for SC/ST, and Nil for PwD. Payment must be made online via Internet Banking, Debit/Credit Card, or UPI.
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Selection Procedure & Screening Stages
Verified Official SourceHow will candidates be selected? Multi-stage screening roadmap from application to final merit list.
CBT-I (Screening Test: 60 Marks, 75 Minutes - Konkani Language Qualifying Barrier of 4/10 Marks)
Online CBTQualifying Only
CBT-II (Main Merit Examination: 80 Marks, 100 Minutes)
Online CBTMerit Scored
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Offline Skill TestQualifying Only
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OfflineQualifying Only
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Candidates must have passed 12th (Higher Secondary) or an AICTE-approved Diploma, possess a 6-month Computer Diploma/Course certificate, English typing speed of 30 wpm, at least 1 year relevant working experience (exempted for PwD), knowledge of Konkani, and 15 years Goa residence certificate.
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