GSSSB CCE (Bin Sachivalay)
બિન સચિવાલય કલાર્ક / ઓફિસ આસિસ્ટન્ટ (સંયુક્ત સ્પર્ધાત્મક પરીક્ષા)
- Qualification
- Graduate degree in any discipline from a recognised university
- Age
- 18–35 yrs
- Vacancies
- Varies per notification — historically 1,000–2,500+ posts combined
- Fixed Pay
- ₹19,950/month
1 Overview
GSSSB CCE — popularly known as Bin Sachivalay Clerk / Office Assistant — is a Combined Competitive Examination that recruits candidates for Clerk and Office Assistant posts across multiple Gujarat Government departments outside the Secretariat (hence 'Bin Sachivalay' — non-Secretariat). It is one of the highest-demand exams in Gujarat due to the huge number of graduate applicants each cycle.
Because a single exam fills vacancies across many departments and offices, GSSSB CCE consistently sees some of the largest applicant pools of any Gujarat state exam, making thorough preparation and previous-year paper practice essential.
2 Eligibility
| Nationality | Citizen of India |
|---|---|
| Education | Graduate degree in any discipline from a recognised university; basic computer knowledge (CCC or equivalent) required |
| Age limit | 18–35 years |
| Age relaxation | Upper-age relaxation for reserved categories as per Gujarat Govt rules |
| Domicile | Not restricted, though Gujarati typing/language proficiency is generally required |
3 Exam Pattern
| Subject | Questions | Marks |
|---|---|---|
| General Knowledge & Current Affairs | 30 | 30 |
| Gujarati Language & Grammar | 20 | 20 |
| English Language & Grammar | 20 | 20 |
| General Mathematics & Reasoning | 20 | 20 |
| Computer Awareness | 10 | 10 |
| Total | 100 | 100 |
Negative marking: 0.33 marks deducted per wrong answer
Note: GSSSB has periodically revised the CCE pattern (single-stage vs. prelim+mains); always confirm the current structure in the latest official notification.
4 Syllabus
General Knowledge
- Current affairs — India & Gujarat
- History & geography of India and Gujarat
- Indian Polity & Constitution
- Indian economy & government schemes
- General science
Gujarati Language
- Grammar & vocabulary
- Idioms and proverbs
- Comprehension passages
English Language
- Grammar & tenses
- Vocabulary
- Comprehension passages
Mathematics & Reasoning
- Number system & percentage
- Ratio, average, profit-loss
- Logical & analytical reasoning
Computer Awareness
- MS Office basics
- Internet & email fundamentals
- Basic hardware/software concepts
5 How to Apply
- Visit the GSSSB official website (gsssb.gujarat.gov.in) and open the current CCE advertisement
- Register or log in to the GSSSB online application system
- Fill personal, educational and category details, and select preferred posts/departments
- Upload scanned photo, signature and required certificates
- Pay the application fee online
- Submit and download the confirmation printout for the exam
6 Previous Year Papers
GSSSB CCE (Bin Sachivalay) Question Paper 2023
GSSSB CCE (Bin Sachivalay) Question Paper 2022
GSSSB CCE (Bin Sachivalay) Question Paper 2021
7 Frequently Asked Questions
What does GSSSB CCE / Bin Sachivalay mean?
It refers to the Combined Competitive Examination conducted by GSSSB to recruit Clerks and Office Assistants for various Gujarat Government offices outside the Secretariat.
What is the eligibility for GSSSB CCE Clerk?
Candidates need a graduate degree in any discipline from a recognised university, along with basic computer knowledge, and must be aged 18–35 years.
What is the salary for a Bin Sachivalay Clerk?
Selected candidates receive a fixed pay of ₹19,950 per month for the first five years, then move to the regular 7th CPC Level 3–4 pay scale.
How competitive is the GSSSB CCE exam?
It is one of the most competitive Gujarat state exams because a single notification typically fills posts across many departments, drawing very large numbers of graduate applicants.