GPSC Recruitment 2025 — Assistant Professor (Economics) 🚀🚀
Are you passionate about Economics and eager to shape future economists? The Gujarat Public Service Commission (GPSC) has announced a Special Recruitment Drive for Divyangs for the post of Assistant Professor (Economics), Class-II under the Directorate of Technical Education, Gujarat State. This is a golden opportunity to contribute to academia while securing a prestigious teaching position. Let’s break down the key details—eligibility, application process, syllabus, and more. Let’s explore! 🚀 Read more about GPSC Assistant Professor Economics Recruitment 2025 in this b log.
🗓 Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| 🟢 Application Start Date | 28th February 2025 |
| 🔴 Application End Date | 15th March 2025 |
| 📝 Preliminary Exam | May/June 2025 |
| 📢 Result Announcement | June/July 2025 |
🕓 Time Left to Apply: 10 days remaining
🏢 Vacancy Details
| Category | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Reserved for Divyang (PwD) | |
| Blind and Low Vision (B, LV) | 1 (40% to 70%) |
| Deaf and Hard of Hearing (D, HH) | 1 (40% to 70%) |
| Total Vacancies | 2 |
📅 Quick Overview
- 📄 Post Name: Assistant Professor (Economics), Class-II
- 🏢 Department: Directorate of Technical Education, Gujarat State
- ⬆️ Vacancies: 2 (Special Drive for Divyangs)
- 💸 Pay Scale: Rs. 57,700/- to Rs. 1,82,400/- (Level-10 as per 7th Pay Commission)
- 📂 Advertisement Number: GPSC/202425/190
🏆 Eligibility Criteria
🏅 Experience Requirement:
- At least 1 year of teaching or research experience in the relevant field after obtaining the postgraduate degree.
- Experience should be from a recognized University, College, or Research Institute.
🎓 Educational Qualification:
To apply for the Assistant Professor (Economics) post, candidates must meet the following academic qualifications:
- Ph.D. in Economics from a recognized university under the Central or State Act or an institution deemed to be a university under Section 3 of the UGC Act, 1956.
- Postgraduate Degree (Master’s) in Economics with a first class or equivalent grade at either:
- Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) level AND
- Master of Arts (M.A.) level in Economics, Applied Economics, or Econometrics.
- Candidates who have cleared the National Eligibility Test (NET) conducted by UGC or the State Level Eligibility Test (SLET/SET) will be given preference.
🖥 Computer Literacy:
- Proficiency in basic computer applications as per Gujarat Civil Services Rules.
🔍 Language Proficiency:
- Adequate knowledge of Gujarati or Hindi to communicate and teach effectively.
✅ Specializations Considered:
- Microeconomics
- Macroeconomics
- Development Economics
- Public Finance
- International Economics
📈 Exam Pattern
The selection process consists of two stages:
1️⃣ Preliminary Test
- General Studies: 100 marks (1 hour)
- Subject-Specific Test (Economics): 200 marks (2 hours)
- Total: 300 marks
2️⃣ Interview
- Weightage: 100 marks
📊 Final Merit Calculation:
(PrelimsMarks∗50/300)+(InterviewMarks∗50/100)(Prelims Marks * 50/300) + (Interview Marks * 50/100)
📚 Syllabus Breakdown & Focus Areas
🔢 General Studies (100 Marks)
- Indian History & Culture
- Constitution & Polity
- Economy & Rural Development
- Science & Technology
- Geography
- Environment & Climate Change
📚 Subject-Specific Topics (Economics — 200 Marks)
🔥 1. Microeconomics
- Demand and Supply Analysis
- Consumer Behavior and Utility Theories
- Market Structures: Perfect Competition, Monopoly, Oligopoly
🔥 2. Macroeconomics
- National Income Accounting
- Inflation, Unemployment, and Economic Growth
- IS-LM Model and Aggregate Demand-Supply
🔥 3. Development Economics
- Theories of Economic Development: Rostow, Harrod-Domar, Solow
- Poverty, Inequality, and Human Development Index (HDI)
- Sustainable Development and Climate Change Economics
🔥 4. Public Finance
- Fiscal Policy and Budgetary Processes
- Taxation: Direct and Indirect Taxes
- Public Expenditure, Public Debt, and Deficit Financing
🔥 5. International Economics
- Theories of International Trade: Comparative Advantage, Heckscher-Ohlin Model
- Balance of Payments and Exchange Rates
- WTO, IMF, and World Bank Policies
🔥 6. Indian Economy
- Economic Reforms: Liberalization, Privatization, and Globalization (LPG)
- NITI Aayog and Five-Year Plans
- Sectoral Trends: Agriculture, Industry, and Services
📚 Reference Books List
- Microeconomic Theory by Andreu Mas-Colell
- Macroeconomics by N. Gregory Mankiw
- Economic Development by Michael Todaro and Stephen Smith
- Public Finance by H.L. Bhatia
- International Economics by Paul Krugman and Maurice Obstfeld
- Indian Economy by Ramesh Singh
- Basic Econometrics by Damodar Gujarati
- Research Methodology: Methods and Techniques by C.R. Kothari
❓ Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q: What is the last date to apply?
The last date to apply is 15th March 2025.
Q: What is the pay scale?
The pay scale is Rs. 57,700/- to Rs. 1,82,400/- (Level-10).
Q: Where can I apply?
Apply online via GPSC OJAS.
Q: Is there an age relaxation for PwD candidates?
Yes, PwD candidates get 10 years of age relaxation — the maximum age limit is 45 years.
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📞 Contact Information
- 🏢 Address: Sector 10-A, Near CHH-3 Circle, Gandhinagar-382010
- 🌐 Website: GPSC Official Website
- 📧 Helpdesk: Available on the official website for technical support
🔥 Shape the future of Economics in Gujarat! Apply now for the Assistant Professor (Economics) post and inspire the next generation of economists. 🌟
