GPSC RECRUITMENT 2025 — Assistant Professor (Psychology) 🚀🚀
Are you passionate about Psychology and eager to shape the future of mental health professionals and researchers? The Gujarat Public Service Commission (GPSC) has announced a Special Recruitment Drive for Divyangs for the post of Assistant Professor (Psychology), Class-II under the Directorate of Technical Education, Gujarat State. Let’s explore the key details — eligibility, application process, syllabus, and more — let’s explore!!! 🚀 (GPSC/202425/194). Read more about GPSC Assistant Professor Psychology Recruitment in this blog.
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 |
Vacancy Details
| Category | Vacancies | Reserved for Divyang (PwD) |
| Deaf and Hard of Hearing (D, HH) | 1 | (40% to 70%) |
| Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD-M), SLD, MI, MD involving (a) to (d) | 1 | As per notification |
Total Vacancies: 2
📢 Quick Overview
- 📌 Post Name: Assistant Professor (Psychology), 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/202425/194
📋 Eligibility Criteria
🏅 Experience
✅ 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 (Psychology) post, candidates must meet the following academic qualifications:
- Ph.D. in Psychology 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 Psychology with a first class or equivalent grade at either:
- Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) level AND
- Master of Arts (M.A.) level in Psychology, Clinical Psychology, or Applied Psychology.
- 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:
- Clinical Psychology
- Industrial/Organizational Psychology
- Cognitive and Behavioral Neuroscience
- Counseling Psychology
- Developmental Psychology
📚 Exam Pattern
The selection process consists of two stages:
1️⃣ Preliminary Test
- General Studies: 100 marks (1 hour)
- Subject-Specific Test (Psychology): 200 marks (2 hours)
- Total: 300 marks
2️⃣ Interview
- Weightage: 100 marks
📊 Final Merit Calculation:
(Prelims Marks * 50/300)+(Interview Marks * 50/100)\text{(Prelims Marks * 50/300)} + \text{(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 (Psychology) — 200 Marks
🧠 1. Psychological Foundations
- Biological Basis of Behavior
- Sensation and Perception
- Learning and Memory
🧠 2. Research Methods and Statistics
- Experimental and Non-Experimental Methods
- Sampling Techniques
- Hypothesis Testing and Data Analysis
🧠 3. Cognitive Psychology
- Attention and Perception
- Problem Solving and Decision Making
- Intelligence and Creativity
🧠 4. Social and Industrial Psychology
- Group Dynamics and Leadership
- Workplace Motivation and Productivity
- Psychological Testing and Assessment
🧠 5. Clinical and Counseling Psychology
- Psychological Disorders (DSM-5)
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
- Stress Management and Resilience
🧠 6. Developmental Psychology
- Child and Adolescent Development
- Aging and Mental Health
- Language and Emotional Development
🧠 7. Health Psychology
- Mind-Body Connection
- Behavioral Medicine and Psychoneuroimmunology
- Positive Psychology
🧠 8. Research Methodology
- Experimental Design and Statistical Inference
- Writing Research Papers and Thesis
- Ethical Issues in Psychological Research
📚 Reference Books List
- Introduction to Psychology by Morgan & King
- Abnormal Psychology by Ronald J. Comer
- Social Psychology by Baron and Byrne
- Cognitive Psychology by Robert Sternberg
- Industrial and Organizational Psychology by Paul E. Spector
- Research Methods in Psychology by John Shaughnessy
- Theories of Personality by Duane P. Schultz
- Research Methodology: Methods and Techniques by C.R. Kothari
📞 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
- 📩 Official Emails:
- General Inquiries: gpsc-ojas@gujarat.gov.in
- Technical Support: tech-support@gpsc.gujarat.gov.in
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