{"id":1773,"date":"2026-04-22T12:22:15","date_gmt":"2026-04-22T12:22:15","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.juniortest.com\/update\/?p=1773"},"modified":"2026-04-22T12:22:16","modified_gmt":"2026-04-22T12:22:16","slug":"gpsc-preliminary-exam-date-2026","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.juniortest.com\/update\/gpsc-preliminary-exam-date-2026\/","title":{"rendered":"GPSC Preliminary Exam Date 2026 Revised for ACF, RFO, and Accounts Officer Posts"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>GPSC Preliminary Exam Date 2026 : The Gujarat Public Service Commission (GPSC) has officially released an important notification regarding the Preliminary Test schedule for multiple recruitments under the 2026-27 session. This update specifically concerns the exam dates for Assistant Conservator of Forests (ACF) Class-2, Range Forest Officer (RFO) Class-2, and Accounts Officer (Class-1 &amp; Class-2).<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"572\" src=\"https:\/\/www.juniortest.com\/update\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/Gemini_Generated_Image_f3utunf3utunf3ut1-1024x572.png\" alt=\"GPSC Preliminary Exam Date 2026\" class=\"wp-image-1774\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.juniortest.com\/update\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/Gemini_Generated_Image_f3utunf3utunf3ut1-1024x572.png 1024w, https:\/\/www.juniortest.com\/update\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/Gemini_Generated_Image_f3utunf3utunf3ut1-300x167.png 300w, https:\/\/www.juniortest.com\/update\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/Gemini_Generated_Image_f3utunf3utunf3ut1-768x429.png 768w, https:\/\/www.juniortest.com\/update\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/Gemini_Generated_Image_f3utunf3utunf3ut1.png 1376w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">GPSC Preliminary Exam Date 2026<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p>GPSC Preliminary Exam Date 2026 : Candidates who have applied for Advertisement numbers 03\/2026-27, 04\/2026-27, and 05\/2026-27 must note that the commission has adjusted the Paper-2 dates to streamline the examination process. This proactive measure ensures that candidates appearing for multiple categories can do so without schedule conflicts. Staying updated with the <strong>GPSC Prelim Exam Date 2026<\/strong> is essential for every aspirant to plan their revision and travel to exam centers effectively.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"GPSC_Preliminary_Exam_Date_2026\"><\/span>GPSC Preliminary Exam Date 2026<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><thead><tr><th>Feature<\/th><th>Details<\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td><strong>Organization<\/strong><\/td><td>Gujarat Public Service Commission (GPSC)<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Post Names<\/strong><\/td><td>ACF, RFO, Accounts Officer, GAS Class-1 &amp; 2<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Advertisement Nos.<\/strong><\/td><td>03\/2026-27, 04\/2026-27, 05\/2026-27<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Exam Type<\/strong><\/td><td>Preliminary Test (Paper 1 &amp; 2)<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>State<\/strong><\/td><td>Gujarat<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Vacancy_Details_and_Revised_Exam_Schedule\"><\/span>Vacancy Details and Revised Exam Schedule<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><thead><tr><th>Advt. No.<\/th><th>Name of Post \/ Cadre<\/th><th>Exam Paper<\/th><th>Revised Date &amp; Time<\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td>03\/2026-27<\/td><td>Assistant Conservator of Forests (Class-2) &amp; RFO (Class-2)<\/td><td>Paper-2<\/td><td><strong>28-06-2026<\/strong> (11:00 AM to 02:00 PM)<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>04\/2026-27<\/td><td>Accounts Officer (Class-1)<\/td><td>Paper-2<\/td><td><strong>28-06-2026<\/strong> (11:00 AM to 02:00 PM)<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>05\/2026-27<\/td><td>Accounts Officer (Class-2)<\/td><td>Paper-2<\/td><td><strong>28-06-2026<\/strong> (11:00 AM to 02:00 PM)<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>05\/2026-27<\/td><td>GAS Cl-1, Civil Services Cl-1 &amp; 2, Municipal Chief Officer Cl-2<\/td><td>Paper-1<\/td><td><strong>07-06-2026<\/strong> (11:00 AM to 02:00 PM)<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"GPSC_Recruitment_2026_Eligibility_Criteria\"><\/span>GPSC Recruitment 2026 Eligibility Criteria<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Candidates must meet the eligibility criteria as specified in the original recruitment advertisements issued by the commission. This includes being a citizen of India and possessing the requisite knowledge of Gujarati and\/or Hindi. Detailed eligibility regarding physical standards (for ACF\/RFO) and subject expertise (for Accounts Officer) is mentioned in the official brochure.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"GPSC_Educational_Qualification\"><\/span>GPSC Educational Qualification<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The educational requirements vary by post:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>ACF \/ RFO:<\/strong> Bachelor\u2019s degree in Science or Engineering in specific subjects as per the department rules. <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Accounts Officer:<\/strong> Degree in Commerce, Arts (with Economics\/Stats), or professional qualifications like CA\/ICWA. <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Civil Services\/GAS:<\/strong> A graduate degree in any discipline from a recognized university.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"GPSC_Recruitment_Age_Limit\"><\/span>GPSC Recruitment Age Limit<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The age limit is typically between 20 to 35 or 38 years depending on the specific post. Age relaxation is applicable for reserved categories (SC, ST, OBC, EWS) and female candidates as per the Government of Gujarat norms. Refer to the primary notification for the exact cut-off date for age calculation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"GPSC_Application_Fees\"><\/span>GPSC Application Fees<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>General category candidates are usually required to pay an application fee of INR 100\/- plus postal charges. Candidates belonging to reserved categories of Gujarat state (SC, ST, OBC, EWS) and PwD candidates are generally exempted from the payment of fees.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"GPSC_Selection_Process\"><\/span>GPSC Selection Process<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The selection for these prestigious administrative and technical roles involves a multi-stage process:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Preliminary Examination (Objective Type) <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Main Written Examination (Descriptive Type) <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Personal Interview <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Physical Fitness Test (Only for ACF\/RFO posts)<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_to_Apply_for_GPSC_Prelim_Exam_2026\"><\/span>How to Apply for GPSC Prelim Exam 2026<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Visit the official GPSC-OJAS website. <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Look for the active recruitment link corresponding to Advt No. 03, 04, or 05 of 2026-27. <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Complete the registration process if you are a new user. <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Fill in all required personal and educational details accurately. <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Upload necessary documents including your photograph and signature. <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Pay the application fee online or via post office challan. <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Submit the form and take a printout for future reference.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Important_Links\"><\/span>Important Links<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><thead><tr><th>Link Description<\/th><th>Link<\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td><strong>Official Notification (Exam Date Change)<\/strong><\/td><td><a href=\"https:\/\/gpsc.gujarat.gov.in\/Documents\/AdvertismentDocument\/INPD_07-04-2026.pdf\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/gpsc.gujarat.gov.in\/Documents\/AdvertismentDocument\/INPD_07-04-2026.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0);color:#ff0000\" class=\"has-inline-color\">Click Here<\/mark><\/strong><\/a><\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Apply Online (GPSC OJAS)<\/strong><\/td><td><a href=\"https:\/\/gpsc-ojas.gujarat.gov.in\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0);color:#fe0000\" class=\"has-inline-color\">Click Here<\/mark><\/strong><\/a><\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Official Website<\/strong><\/td><td><a href=\"https:\/\/gpsc.gujarat.gov.in\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0);color:#ff0000\" class=\"has-inline-color\">Click Here<\/mark><\/strong><\/a><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>More Inforamtion<\/td><td><a href=\"https:\/\/www.juniortest.com\/update\/\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/www.juniortest.com\/update\/\"><strong><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0);color:#ff0000\" class=\"has-inline-color\">Click Here<\/mark><\/strong><\/a><\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Important_Dates_for_2026_Exams\"><\/span>Important Dates for 2026 Exams<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><thead><tr><th>Event<\/th><th>Date<\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td>Paper-1 Exam Date (Advt 05\/2026-27)<\/td><td>07-06-2026<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Paper-2 Revised Exam Date (Advt 03, 04, 05)<\/td><td>28-06-2026<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Exam Time (All sessions)<\/td><td>11:00 AM to 02:00 PM<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Key_Takeaways\"><\/span>Key Takeaways<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Paper-2 for ACF, RFO, and Accounts Officer is now consolidated on June 28, 2026. <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The original date of June 27 has been shifted to June 28. <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Paper-1 for Gujarat Administrative Service and Civil Services remains on June 7, 2026. <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Candidates should double-check their hall tickets once released for the correct venue.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Final_Thoughts_on_GPSC_Prelim_Exam_Date_2026\"><\/span>Final Thoughts on GPSC Prelim Exam Date 2026<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The rescheduling of the <strong>GPSC Prelim Exam Date 2026<\/strong> is a significant update for thousands of aspirants in Gujarat. By aligning the Paper-2 exams for various technical and administrative cadres, GPSC aims for a more organized examination cycle. Applicants are advised to utilize this clarity in schedule to fine-tune their study plans, especially focusing on the specialized subjects required for Paper-2. For the most accurate and latest updates, always refer to the official GPSC portal or follow Juniortest.com for instant notifications.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.juniortest.com\/images\/gpsc.png\" alt=\"\"\/><\/figure>\n<\/div><div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_82_2 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/www.juniortest.com\/update\/gpsc-preliminary-exam-date-2026\/#GPSC_Preliminary_Exam_Date_2026\" >GPSC Preliminary Exam Date 2026<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/www.juniortest.com\/update\/gpsc-preliminary-exam-date-2026\/#Vacancy_Details_and_Revised_Exam_Schedule\" >Vacancy Details and Revised Exam Schedule<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/www.juniortest.com\/update\/gpsc-preliminary-exam-date-2026\/#GPSC_Recruitment_2026_Eligibility_Criteria\" >GPSC Recruitment 2026 Eligibility Criteria<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/www.juniortest.com\/update\/gpsc-preliminary-exam-date-2026\/#GPSC_Educational_Qualification\" >GPSC Educational Qualification<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/www.juniortest.com\/update\/gpsc-preliminary-exam-date-2026\/#GPSC_Recruitment_Age_Limit\" >GPSC Recruitment Age Limit<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/www.juniortest.com\/update\/gpsc-preliminary-exam-date-2026\/#GPSC_Application_Fees\" >GPSC Application Fees<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/www.juniortest.com\/update\/gpsc-preliminary-exam-date-2026\/#GPSC_Selection_Process\" >GPSC Selection Process<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/www.juniortest.com\/update\/gpsc-preliminary-exam-date-2026\/#How_to_Apply_for_GPSC_Prelim_Exam_2026\" >How to Apply for GPSC Prelim Exam 2026<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/www.juniortest.com\/update\/gpsc-preliminary-exam-date-2026\/#Important_Links\" >Important Links<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/www.juniortest.com\/update\/gpsc-preliminary-exam-date-2026\/#Important_Dates_for_2026_Exams\" >Important Dates for 2026 Exams<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/www.juniortest.com\/update\/gpsc-preliminary-exam-date-2026\/#Key_Takeaways\" >Key Takeaways<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/www.juniortest.com\/update\/gpsc-preliminary-exam-date-2026\/#Final_Thoughts_on_GPSC_Prelim_Exam_Date_2026\" >Final Thoughts on GPSC Prelim Exam Date 2026<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>GPSC Preliminary Exam Date 2026 : The Gujarat Public Service Commission (GPSC) has officially released &#8230; 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