SMC Multi-Post Recruitment 2026 — 1924 Vacancies
Surat Municipal Corporation - General Administration Department, Government of Gujarat
Vacancies
1,924
Salary
₹19,950 - ₹142,400
Job Type
contract
full time
Apply By
11 Apr 2026
About This Job
Apply for 1924 posts in SMC including Clerk, Staff Nurse, Marshal, Driver & Engineer. 12th/Grad/MBBS eligible. Last date: 11 Apr 2026. Apply online at suratmunicipal.gov.in.
If you have been waiting for a massive government job opening in Gujarat, this is it. Surat Municipal Corporation (SMC) has just dropped a recruitment bombshell with 1,924 vacancies across 45 different posts -- ranging from Clerk Grade-III and Marshal to Medical Officer and Assistant Engineer. Whether you are a 12th pass candidate or an MBBS graduate, there is something here for you.
Available Posts
| Post Name | Vacancies | Qualification |
|---|---|---|
| Clerk Grade-III | 717 | 12th Pass |
| Marshal (Watch & Ward) | 323 | 12th Pass |
| Staff Nurse | 150 | B.Sc Nursing / GNM |
| Driver | 144 | 10th + Driving Licence |
| Technical Assistant | 112 | Diploma / ITI |
| Medical Officer | 58 | MBBS |
| Assistant Engineer (Electrical) | 57 | B.E./B.Tech (Electrical) |
| Assistant Town Planner | 54 | B.E./B.Tech (Civil/Planning) |
| Assistant Engineer (Civil) | 52 | B.E./B.Tech (Civil) |
| Other Posts (16 categories) | 257 | Various |
Key Highlights
- 1,924 posts across 45 cadres -- one of Gujarat's biggest municipal drives this year
- Qualification range: 10th pass to MBBS -- opportunities at every education level
- Follows the Fixed Pay Sahayak model for the first 5 years, then regularisation under 7th CPC pay matrix
- Clerk Grade-III (717 posts) has the most seats -- ideal for 12th pass candidates
- Reservation: SC/ST/SEBC as per Gujarat rules, 35% horizontal reservation for women, 6% for PwBD
- Application window is just 11 days -- don't wait until the last minute
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Published | 11 March 2026 |
| Application Start Date | 01 April 2026 (11:00 AM) |
| Last Date to Apply | 11 April 2026 |
| Exam Date | To be announced |
Selection Process
Your journey starts with a written exam that features objective-type (MCQ) questions with negative marking. Depending on your post, you may also face a skill test or practical test -- for example, a driving test for Driver posts or a typing test for Clerk posts. The final stage involves document verification where you will need to present all your original certificates.
Preparation Tips for SMC Recruitment Exam
- Download the detailed notification from suratmunicipal.gov.in once it goes live -- it will have post-specific syllabi
- Focus on General Knowledge and Gujarati -- these are typically high-weightage subjects in SMC exams
- Practice previous year SMC papers -- the question pattern tends to stay consistent across recruitment cycles
- Watch out for negative marking -- skip questions you are unsure about rather than guessing blindly
- For technical posts, revise your core engineering or medical subjects thoroughly as domain knowledge carries significant weight
Responsibilities
- Handle assigned administrative, technical, or healthcare duties within the respective SMC department
- Maintain accurate records, files, and documentation as required by the municipal administration
- Attend to public queries and deliver citizen-facing services efficiently
- Work in shifts including night duty for healthcare, security, and driving positions
- Follow all SMC rules, safety protocols, and departmental guidelines
- Participate in training programs and skill upgradation as directed by the corporation
Eligibility Criteria
Minimum Qualification
10th Pass / 12th Pass / ITI / Diploma / Graduation / B.E. / B.Tech / MBBS (varies by post)
Preferred Qualification
Post-specific higher qualifications such as M.Tech, MD, or relevant specialization certificates
Required Skills
Post-specific skills including computer proficiency, typing, driving, medical procedures, engineering design
Age Limit
18 - 35 years (as on 15 Apr 2026)
Age Relaxation:
- SC/ST: 5
- OBC/SEBC: 3
- PwBD (General): 10
- PwBD (SC/ST/OBC): 15
- Ex-Servicemen: As per Gujarat Government rules
Experience
Freshers can apply
Freshers are eligible for most posts. Experience requirements vary by post as specified in the detailed notification.
Application Fee
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| General | ₹100.00 |
| OBC | ₹100.00 |
| SC | Exempted |
| ST | Exempted |
| EWS | ₹100.00 |
| PwD | Exempted |
| Female | Exempted |
| Ex-Serviceman | Exempted |
* Fee payment may be subject to additional bank charges
Salary & Compensation
Pay Scale
Fixed Pay (Sahayak) for first 5 years, thereafter 7th CPC Pay Matrix Level 2 to Level 11 depending on post
Allowances
DA, HRA, TA and other allowances applicable after regularisation (5 years). During Sahayak period, consolidated fixed pay only.
Selection Process
- 1 Written Exam
- 2 Skill Test
- 3 Document Verification
Exam Pattern
The written exam for SMC recruitment will consist of objective-type multiple choice questions (MCQs). Key details:
- Negative marking is applicable -- a fraction of marks will be deducted for each wrong answer
- Exam content and syllabus vary by post category (technical, medical, administrative, etc.)
- Common subjects typically include General Knowledge, Gujarati Language, English, Quantitative Aptitude, and Reasoning
- Technical posts will have domain-specific questions (Civil Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Medical Sciences, etc.)
Detailed exam pattern with subject-wise marks and time duration will be published in the full notification on the SMC website.
Additional Requirements
Typing Test Required
Computer Knowledge Required
Local Language Required (Gujarati)
Physical Standards
- Label: Height (Marshal), Male_value: As per Gujarat Police norms, Female_value: As per Gujarat Police norms
- Label: Chest (Marshal), Male_value: As per Gujarat Police norms, Female_value: N/A
Other Requirements
- Driving Licence: Valid driving licence required for Driver posts (Light Vehicle and Heavy Vehicle as applicable)
- Nursing Registration: Valid nursing council registration required for Staff Nurse posts
- Medical Registration: Valid MCI/NMC registration required for Medical Officer and Radiologist posts
How to Apply
Application Mode: online
Click the "Apply Now" button to visit the official application portal.
Required Documents:
- Educational certificates and mark sheets (10th, 12th, Graduation, Post-Graduation as applicable)
- Professional degree certificates (MBBS, B.E./B.Tech, GNM, B.Sc Nursing as applicable)
- Professional registration certificate (Medical Council, Nursing Council as applicable)
- Valid driving licence (for Driver posts)
- Caste certificate (SC/ST/SEBC/EWS as applicable)
- Non-Creamy Layer certificate (for OBC/SEBC candidates)
- PwBD certificate (if applicable)
- Ex-Servicemen certificate (if applicable)
- Domicile certificate (Gujarat)
- Age proof (birth certificate or 10th mark sheet)
- Recent passport-size photographs
- Aadhar Card
- Experience certificates (if applicable)
- No Objection Certificate (if currently employed in government)
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Important Dates
Notification
11 Mar 2026
Application Start
01 Apr 2026
Last Date to Apply
11 Apr 2026
Last Fee Payment
11 Apr 2026
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