GPSC GMB Deputy Executive Engineer 2026 Notification: 8 Posts, Eligibility, Pay Level 9 & Apply Guide
The Gujarat Public Service Commission (GPSC) has released two Class-2 engineering notifications — Advt. No. 19/2026-27 (Mechanical) and Advt. No. 20/2026-27 (Civil) — for 8 Deputy Executive Engineer posts under the Gujarat Maritime Board (GMB). The split is 2 Mechanical + 6 Civil posts at Pay Matrix Level-9 (Rs. 53,100 – 1,67,800). This is a high-pay opening for B.E./B.Tech graduates targeting Gujarat Government Jobs.
The online application window is open from 5 May 2026 (1:00 PM) to 19 May 2026 (11:59 PM) on gpsc-ojas.gujarat.gov.in. Selection is through a Preliminary Test (300 marks) followed by a Personal Interview (100 marks), with a 50:50 weightage. Read on for the complete vacancy break-up, eligibility, fees and step-by-step application guide. Bookmark GovtJobsAlert.in for every GPSC notification.
Key Highlights — GPSC GMB DEE Recruitment 2026
The Gujarat Maritime Board (GMB) is the agency that manages all minor and intermediate ports of Gujarat — the longest coastline of any Indian state. Selected DEEs work on port infrastructure, mechanical equipment maintenance, and civil works at GMB establishments across Gujarat. Note: selected officers are GMB employees, NOT Gujarat Government employees — the cadre is governed by GMB rules.
- Posts: Deputy Executive Engineer (Mechanical) — 2; Deputy Executive Engineer (Civil) — 6
- Total Vacancies: 8
- Pay Scale: Rs. 53,100 – 1,67,800 (Pay Matrix Level-9)
- Job Location: Gujarat (GMB establishments at major ports)
- Application Start Date: 5 May 2026 (1:00 PM)
- Last Date to Apply: 19 May 2026 (11:59 PM)
Vacancy Breakdown — GPSC GMB DEE 2026
The 8 posts are distributed across two engineering branches with separate advertisement numbers. The Civil post includes 1 women-reserved horizontal vacancy.
| Post | Branch | Vacancies |
|---|---|---|
| Deputy Executive Engineer | Mechanical | 2 |
| Deputy Executive Engineer | Civil | 6 |
The Mechanical (Advt 19) 2 posts are all UR. The Civil (Advt 20) 6 posts are split as UR-4, SEBC-1, ST-1, with 1 woman horizontal within the General category. There is no PwD reservation in this notification.
Eligibility Criteria — GPSC GMB DEE 2026
Educational Qualification
- Deputy Executive Engineer (Mechanical) — Advt 19: B.E. / B.Tech / B.Tech (Technology) in Mechanical Engineering from a UGC-recognised university or deemed university (Section 3 of UGC Act 1956)
- Deputy Executive Engineer (Civil) — Advt 20: B.E. / B.Tech / B.Tech (Technology) in Civil Engineering from a UGC-recognised university or deemed university
In addition, candidates must have:
- Basic knowledge of computer applications (per Gujarat Civil Services Classification & Recruitment (General) Rules, 1967)
- Adequate knowledge of Gujarati or Hindi or both (mandatory for Gujarat state postings)
Engineering graduates from Gujarat or other states are encouraged to apply if they hold the required degree.
Age Limit (as on 19 May 2026)
- Minimum Age: 20 years
- Maximum Age: 35 years
Age Relaxation
| Category | Relaxation (max age) |
|---|---|
| Gujarat SC/ST/SEBC/EWS | 5 years (max 45) |
| Gujarat Reserved Women | 10 years (max 45) |
| Unreserved Women | 5 years (max 45) |
| PwD | 10 years (max 45) |
| Ex-Servicemen / ECO / SCO | Length of military service + 3 years |
Reserved-category candidates applying for unreserved posts get NO age relaxation.
What is the Salary for GPSC GMB DEE 2026?
Selected candidates start at Pay Matrix Level-9 of the 7th CPC, applicable to GMB Class-2 officers.
- Pay Scale: Rs. 53,100 – 1,67,800
- Starting Basic Pay: Rs. 53,100/month
- Pay Level: Level-9 (7th CPC)
- Service: Gujarat Maritime Board (GMB)
With Dearness Allowance, House Rent Allowance and other GMB-applicable perks, the in-hand monthly salary in the first year is approximately Rs. 70,000 – Rs. 90,000 depending on the posting location.
The job carries port-specific responsibilities — bid management, project execution, equipment maintenance — and offers steady promotions through the GMB cadre.
What is the Selection Process for GPSC GMB DEE 2026?
Selection is a two-stage process — Preliminary Test followed by Personal Interview. The final selection weightage is 50% Prelims + 50% Interview.
Stage 1: Preliminary Test (Part 1 + Part 2)
- Part 1 (General Studies): 100 questions / 100 marks — held on 26 July 2026
- Part 2 (Concerned Subject): 200 questions / 200 marks — held on 30 August 2026
- Total: 300 marks / 180 minutes (combined)
- Medium: Gujarati (default)
- Qualifying marks: minimum 15% overall
- Exam centres: Gandhinagar / Ahmedabad (at own expense)
Stage 2: Personal Interview
- Total marks: 100
- Held at GPSC Bhavan, Gandhinagar
- Candidates called: 01 vacancy — 10; 02 — 16; 03 — 18; 04+ — 3x vacancies or 20, whichever is higher
Final Selection
Final merit = (Prelims × 50/300) + (Interview × 50/100) — out of 100 marks. Result is announced within 10 working days of interview completion. Visit our syllabus page to plan a focused study schedule.
How to Apply Online for GPSC GMB DEE 2026?
Keep ready: passport-size photograph (5 cm × 3.6 cm, white background, JPG ≤10 KB), signature (2.5 cm × 7.5 cm, JPG ≤10 KB), 10th certificate (DOB), B.E./B.Tech degree and mark sheets, caste/EWS/Ex-Servicemen certificates as applicable.
- Visit gpsc-ojas.gujarat.gov.in and complete the One Time Registration (OTR) — mandatory before applying
- Click on Online Application > Apply
- Select Advt. No. 19/2026-27 (Mechanical) or 20/2026-27 (Civil)
- Fill Personal, Communication, Education and Language details
- Upload the passport-size photograph and signature within size limits
- Save and note down the Application Number and Confirmation Number
- Pay the fee online (Net Banking / Card) or print the challan and pay at any Post Office by 20 May 2026
- Take a printout of the confirmed application for your records
A separate application is required for each advertisement number (Mechanical and Civil) if you are eligible for both.
GPSC GMB DEE 2026 — Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Application Start Date | 5 May 2026 (1:00 PM) |
| Application Last Date | 19 May 2026 (11:59 PM) |
| Fee Last Date (Post Office) | 20 May 2026 |
| Prelims Part 1 (General Studies) | 26 July 2026 |
| Prelims Part 2 (Concerned Subject) | 30 August 2026 |
GPSC GMB DEE 2026 — Application Fees
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| General / Unreserved | Rs. 100/- |
| Gujarat SC/ST/SEBC/EWS | No Fee (Exempted) |
| PwD / Ex-Servicemen | No Fee (Exempted) |
| Reserved Category — Other States | Rs. 100/- |
Payment can be made online (Net Banking / Card) or offline via Post Office challan. The fee is non-refundable under any circumstances.
GPSC GMB DEE 2026 — Essential Links
- Download Official Notification PDF
- Apply Online for GPSC GMB DEE 2026
- Visit GPSC Official Website
- Join WhatsApp Channel for Government Jobs
- Join Telegram Channel for Government Jobs
- Join Telegram for Gujarat Govt Jobs
This is a small but high-pay opening — only 8 posts at Pay Level 9 means competition will be tough, but the reward is a stable maritime engineering career with a Class-2 grade. Don’t put it off; complete your OTR today and submit before 19 May 2026, 11:59 PM. Visit GovtJobsAlert.in for more Gujarat Government Jobs and Engineering Govt Jobs updates.