🌊 GSSC Recruitment 2026: Detailed Syllabus & Exam Scheme 🌊
📢 Official Exam Pattern, PET Standards & Selection Process Out!
Goa Staff Selection Commission | Advt No. 2 of 2026 | Group ‘C’ Posts
The Goa Staff Selection Commission (GSSC) has officially released the detailed Syllabus, Scheme of Examination, and Physical Endurance Test (PET) Standards for the mega recruitment drive under Advertisement No. 2 of Year 2026. This recruitment targets various Group ‘C’ positions, including Police Constable, Range Forest Officer, Round Forester, Forest Guard, Warden, and more.
The selection process is highly structured, involving a Two-Tier Computer Based Test (CBT-I and CBT-II) separated by a rigorous Physical Endurance Test (PET). Notably, CBT-I is a common screening test for almost all posts (from Sl. No. 2 to 14), and passing the Konkani Language section is strictly mandatory. Candidates preparing for these exams must thoroughly understand the marking scheme, negative marking rules, and physical requirements detailed in this exhaustive article below. 👇
🚀 Overview: GSSC Exam Scheme 2026
| 🏢 Organization Name | Goa Staff Selection Commission (GSSC) |
| 📝 Advertisement No. | Advt No. 2 of Year 2026 |
| 📚 Selection Stages | CBT-I (Screening) ➔ PET ➔ CBT-II (Mains) |
| 🛑 Negative Marking | NO Negative Marking in CBT! |
| 🗣️ Mandatory Language Test | Konkani Language (Minimum 4/10 marks required) |
| 📄 Question Type | Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs) |
⚠️ Critical Rules & Minimum Qualifying Marks
1. Scheme Common to all Posts:
- No Negative Marking: Candidates are encouraged to attempt all questions as there is no penalty for wrong answers.
- Konkani Language is Mandatory: Out of 10 marks assigned for the Konkani Language test (which will be the first 10 questions), securing a minimum of 04 marks is strictly mandatory. Only those securing 4 marks will be evaluated further.
- Tie-Breaking Rule: If candidates secure equal marks, the older candidate (by date of birth) will be given precedence.
- CBT-I Nature: Computer Based Test-I is strictly for shortlisting/screening for the PET.
Minimum Passing Marks for CBT:
| Category | Minimum Passing % |
| Unreserved (UR) | 45% |
| OBC | 40% |
| SC / ST | 35% |
🏃♂️ Shortlisting Ratios (CBT-I to PET to CBT-II)
The Commission has laid down strict multipliers for shortlisting candidates at various stages:
For Physical Endurance Test (PET):
Candidates equal to 20 times the number of vacancies in each category will be called for PET based on CBT-I merit. PET is only qualifying in nature and carries no marks.
For Computer Based Test – II (Mains):
After the PET, successful candidates will be shortlisted for CBT-II in the following ratios:
| Post Name | Shortlisting Ratio (For CBT-II) |
| Range Forest Officer, Constable (Greaser), Constable (Electrician) | 10 Times |
| Police Constable (Male/Female) | 3.5 Times |
| Platoon Commander, Round Forester, Armed Police, Driver, Forest Guard, Asst. Supt, Warden, Matron, Lascar, Escort | 5 Times |
📚 Detailed Syllabus: Two-Tier CBT (Post-Wise)
*Note: The Commission will conduct a COMMON CBT-I for Posts at Sl. No. 2 to 14. Candidates applying for multiple posts in this group need to appear for CBT-I only once.
| Post Name & Level | Syllabus: CBT-I (Screening) | Syllabus: CBT-II (Mains) |
|---|---|---|
| 1. Range Forest Officer (Level-6) |
• Reasoning: 10 marks • Numerical Ability: 10 marks • Konkani Language: 10 marks • English & Comprehension: 30 marks Total: 60 Marks (75 Mins) |
• Reasoning: 10 marks • Numerical Ability: 10 marks • English & Comprehension: 20 marks • Subject Specific Test: 40 marks Total: 80 Marks (100 Mins) |
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2. Platoon Commander (L-4) 4. Police Constable (L-2) 5. Police Constable Armed (L-2) 10. Asst. Superintendent (L-2) 11. Warden (L-1) 12. Matron (L-1) 13. Lascar (L-1) 14. Escort (L-1) |
• Reasoning: 10 marks • Numerical Ability: 10 marks • Konkani Language: 10 marks • English & Comprehension: 30 marks Total: 60 Marks (75 Mins) |
• Reasoning: 10 marks • Numerical Ability: 10 marks • English & Comprehension: 20 marks • General History of Goa: 20 marks Total: 60 Marks (75 Mins) |
|
3. Round Forester (L-3) 9. Forest Guard (L-2) |
• Reasoning: 10 marks • Numerical Ability: 10 marks • Konkani Language: 10 marks • English & Comprehension: 30 marks Total: 60 Marks (75 Mins) |
• Reasoning: 10 marks • Numerical Ability: 10 marks • English & Comprehension: 20 marks • General Geography of Goa: 20 marks Total: 60 Marks (75 Mins) |
| 6. Police Constable Driver (L-2) |
• Reasoning: 10 marks • Numerical Ability: 10 marks • Konkani Language: 10 marks • English & Comprehension: 30 marks Total: 60 Marks (75 Mins) |
• Reasoning: 10 marks • Numerical Ability: 10 marks • English & Comprehension: 20 marks • Traffic Rules & Vehicle Maintenance: 20 marks Total: 60 Marks (75 Mins) |
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7. Constable (Greaser) (L-2) 8. Constable (Electrician) (L-2) |
• Reasoning: 10 marks • Numerical Ability: 10 marks • Konkani Language: 10 marks • English & Comprehension: 30 marks Total: 60 Marks (75 Mins) |
• Reasoning: 10 marks • Numerical Ability: 10 marks • English & Comprehension: 20 marks • Subject Specific Test: 20 marks Total: 60 Marks (75 Mins) |
🏅 NCC Bonus Marks (For Police Constable Posts)
Candidates applying for the posts of Police Constable (Male/Female) and Police Constable (Armed Police) will be awarded bonus marks based on their NCC certificates (added to CBT-II marks):
- ‘C’ Certificate: 3 Marks
- ‘B’ Certificate: 2 Marks
- ‘A’ Certificate: 1 Mark
🏃♂️ Physical Endurance Test (PET) & Physical Standards
The PET is strictly of qualifying nature and will not carry any marks. However, candidates must pass all events. Below are the exhaustive physical requirements for all posts:
🌲 1. Forest Dept: Range Forest Officer, Round Forester, Forest Guard
| Gender | Min Height | Chest (Unexpanded – Expanded) | Walking Test |
|---|---|---|---|
| Male | 163 cms | 79 cms – 84 cms | 25 kms in 4 hours |
| Female | 150 cms | N/A | 16 kms in 4 hours |
👮 2. Police Constable (Male/Female) & Armed Police
| Category | Height | Chest / Weight | Running | Long Jump | High Jump |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Male (General) | 168 cms | 80-85 cms | 100m in 14 sec 800m in 2.50 mins |
4.2m (3 Chances) | 1.3m (3 Chances) |
| Male (Ex-SM 30-40 Yrs) | 167 cms | 80-85 cms | 100m in 15 sec 800m in 3 mins |
4.00m (3 Chances) | 1.20m (3 Chances) |
| Male (Ex-SM >40 Yrs) | 167 cms | 80-85 cms | 100m in 17 sec 800m in 3.15 mins |
3.5m (3 Chances) | 1.10m (3 Chances) |
| Female (General) | 157 cms | Weight: Min 42 Kgs | 100m in 18.5 sec 400m in 1 min 40 sec |
3.1m (3 Chances) | 0.9m (3 Chances) |
| Female (Ex-SM 30-40 Yrs) | 157 cms | Weight: Min 42 Kgs | 100m in 19 sec 400m in 1 min 50 sec |
3.10m (3 Chances) | 0.9m (3 Chances) |
| Female (Ex-SM >40 Yrs) | 157 cms | Weight: Min 42 Kgs | 100m in 19.5 sec 400m in 2 mins |
3.00m (3 Chances) | 0.9m (3 Chances) |
🛡️ 3. Platoon Commander
Height: Min 165 cms | Chest: 78-74 cms (Unexpanded), 83-80 cms (Expanded).
Events: 100m run in 14 secs, Long Jump (4.2m), Shot put (7.26 kgs – 5.60m), High Jump (1.3m), 800m run in 2.50 mins.
🔧 4. Technical & Jail Dept Posts
- Police Constable Driver: Height 165 cms | Chest 78.74 cm – 83.80 cm.
- Constable (Greaser / Electrician): Height 165 cms | Chest 80 cm – 85 cm.
- Asst. Superintendent: Height 5’4″ (160 cms) | Chest 31″ – 33″ (77.5 – 82.5 cm).
- Warden (Male): Height 170 cms | Chest 80 cm – 85 cm.
- Matron (Female): Height 160 cms | Weight Min 50 Kgs.
- Lascar: Height 167 cms | Chest 80 cm – 85 cm.
- Escort (Female): Height 152 cms | Weight Min 43 Kgs.
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❓ Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q1. Is there any negative marking in the GSSC CBT Exam?
No. The official scheme states that negative marking will not be applicable for the Computer Based Test (CBT).
Q2. Do I have to give CBT-I multiple times if I apply for multiple posts?
No. The Commission will conduct a common CBT-I for posts from Sl. No. 2 to 14. You only need to appear in one batch of CBT-I to be considered for all posts you applied for in that group.
Q3. Is Konkani language knowledge mandatory?
Yes. The CBT-I includes a 10-mark section on the Konkani Language. Securing a minimum of 04 marks in this section is strictly mandatory to be considered for the merit list.
Q4. What is the physical standard for a Male Police Constable?
A male candidate must have a minimum height of 168 cms and an unexpanded chest of 80 cms (expanded 85 cms). For Ex-Servicemen, the height requirement is 167 cms.
Q5. Are there any bonus marks for NCC certificate holders?
Yes, for Police Constable posts (Sl No. 4 & 5), candidates will get 3 marks for ‘C’ certificate, 2 marks for ‘B’ certificate, and 1 mark for ‘A’ certificate, added to their CBT-II score.
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