The Goa Public Service Commission (Goa PSC) has officially released its Junior Scale Officer (JSO) Recruitment Notification for 2025 under Advertisement No. 05 of 2025. The notification was made public on September 5, 2025, and is available for download on the official Goa PSC website: gpsc.goa.gov.in.
This recruitment drive is a golden opportunity for candidates looking to secure a prestigious government job in the administrative services of Goa. A total of 38 vacancies have been announced for the Junior Scale Officer post, and graduates from any discipline are eligible to apply.
Vacancy Details
Organisation Name : Goa Public Service Commission (Goa PSC)
Post Name : Junior Scale Officer (JSO)
No of Post : 38
Mode of Application: Online
Eligibility Criteria
a. Educational Qualifications
Candidates must possess at least a Bachelor’s degree in any discipline from a recognized university or institution.
b. Age Limit
The upper age limit is 40 years as of the last date of application (September 19, 2025).
Relaxation in upper age limit applies as per the Government of Goa rules (e.g., for SC/ST/OBC/PwBD etc.), but candidates must refer to the official notification for specifics Goa Public Service Commission.
c. Nationality
Indian citizens only.
Selection Process
While the exact structure for JSO isn’t explicitly detailed in the summary, Goa PSC recruitment typically involves multiple stages:
- Pre-Screening / Computer-Based Recruitment Test (CBRT)
- Competitive Written Test
- Interview / Viva-Voce
- Document Verification
Candidates should consult the official notification Advt. 05/2025 for the precise selection steps and marking scheme.
Application Process
Here’s how to apply
- Visit the official website: gpsc.goa.gov.in
- Navigate to the “Advertisements” section and locate Advt No. 05 of 2025.
- Download the official notification to review all details, including syllabus, application fee, and document checklist.
- Click on “Apply Online” and carefully fill out the application form with your personal, educational, and contact details.
- Upload scanned copies of:
- Signature (preferably in blue/black ink)
- Educational certificate(s) and age proof (e.g., birth certificate or 10th mark sheet)
- Category/PwBD certificate, if applicable
- Pay the application fee, if any, via the portal (details in the notification).
- Review the form, correct any errors, and finally submit.
Download and save/print a copy of the submitted application form and fee receipt for future reference
Application Fee
The official notification does not specify the application fee; candidates should check the relevant section in the Advt. 05 document for accurate information
Syllabus & Scheme of Exam
The JSO exam syllabus is likely aligned with previous notification patterns. For instance, the syllabus for JSO under Advt. 11 of 2023 (published earlier) is available on the Goa PSC portal Goa Public Service Commission.
Typically, the syllabus includes:
General Studies: Current affairs, Goa-specific policies, basic GK
English Language & Comprehension
General Aptitude: Logical reasoning, quantitative ability
Domain-specific topics, if applicable (e.g. administration, governance)
Make sure to download the relevant syllabus PDF linked on the GPSC website for a thorough understanding of each section.
Important Date
- Last Date for Apply Online: 19-09-2025
Important Link
Apply Online -- click here
Official Website -- click here
