GPSC Child Development Project Officer Recruitment 2025: Child Development Project Officer (Female) under the Women and Child Development Department. Apply online at gpsc-ojas.gujarat.gov.in from 03 October to 17 October 2025.
The Gujarat Public Service Commission (GPSC) has released an official notification for the recruitment of Child Development Project Officer (Female), Class-II under the Women and Child Development Department. This special recruitment drive is exclusively for Persons with Disabilities (Divyang) candidates. Eligible applicants can apply online from 03 October 2025 to 17 October 2025 through the official GPSC OJAS website.
GPSC Child Development Project Officer Recruitment 2025
Job Overview
| Details | Information |
|---|---|
| Organization | Gujarat Public Service Commission (GPSC) |
| Department | Women and Child Development Department |
| Post Name | Child Development Project Officer (Female), Class-II |
| Advertisement No. | 26/2025-26 |
| Total Vacancies | 04 Posts |
| Job Location | Gujarat |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Official Website | https://gpsc-ojas.gujarat.gov.in |
Post Details
| Post Name | Category/Group | Type of Disability | No. of Posts |
|---|---|---|---|
| Child Development Project Officer (Female) | A | Low Vision (40–70%) | 01 |
| B | Hard of Hearing (40–70%) | 02 | |
| D & E | Autism, Intellectual Disability, Mental Illness, Multiple Disabilities | 01 | |
| Total | 04 |
Note: Only Persons with Disabilities (PwD) are eligible for this recruitment.
Eligibility Criteria
Educational Qualification:
- Bachelor’s Degree in Home Science / Sociology / Child Development / Nutrition / Social Work from a recognized university and minimum 3 years of experience in Integrated Child Development programs
OR - Master’s Degree in Home Science / Sociology / Child Development / Nutrition / Social Work from a recognized university.
Other Requirements:
- Basic knowledge of computer applications as per Gujarat Civil Services Rules, 1967.
- Adequate knowledge of Gujarati or Hindi or both.
Age Limit
| Category | Maximum Age |
|---|---|
| General | 38 years |
| PwD Candidates | Up to 45 years (10 years relaxation) |
| Gujarat Government Employees | As per rules |
| Age Calculation Date | 17 October 2025 |
Salary
Selected candidates will receive a salary as per Pay Matrix Level-8, in the range of ₹44,900 – ₹1,42,400 per month plus admissible allowances.
Application Fees
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| PwD Candidates | No Fee |
| Unreserved (General) | ₹500 (Deposit Fee) |
| Reserved (Women, SEBC, SC, ST, EWS, Ex-Servicemen) | ₹400 (Deposit Fee) |
Deposit fee will be refunded to candidates who appear in the preliminary examination.
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Release Date | 03 October 2025 |
| Starting Date for Online Application | 03 October 2025 (1:00 PM) |
| Last Date to Apply Online | 17 October 2025 (11:59 PM) |
| Preliminary Exam (General Studies) | December 2025 (Tentative) |
| Preliminary Exam (Concerned Subject) | January 2026 (Tentative) |
Selection Process
The selection will be based on:
- Preliminary Examination (Objective Type)
- General Studies: 100 Marks (60 Minutes)
- Concerned Subject: 200 Marks (120 Minutes)
- Total: 300 Marks
- Interview
Candidates securing the minimum required marks in the prelims will be shortlisted for the interview round.
How to Apply
- Visit the official website https://gpsc-ojas.gujarat.gov.in.
- Click on “Apply Online” → “Apply” → Select Advt. No. 26/2025-26.
- Fill out all the details carefully and confirm the application after verifying it.
- Upload required documents, photograph, and signature.
- Submit and download the application form for future reference.
Important Links
| Description | Link |
|---|---|
| Official Notification (PDF) | Download Here |
| Apply Online | gpsc-ojas.gujarat.gov.in |
| Official Website | gpsc.gujarat.gov.in |
This recruitment offers a great opportunity for Divyang (PwD) women candidates to serve under the Women and Child Development Department, Gujarat. Interested candidates should thoroughly read the notification and apply before the last date to avoid technical issues.