GPSC Medical Officer Exam Date 2025 Out, Check Exam Pattern and Syllabus

The Gujarat Public Service Commission (GPSC) has released a recruitment notification for 100 posts of Medical Officer/Resident Medical Officer (Ayurveda), Class-2 under Advt. No. 18/2025-26. Earlier, a tentative date of 12 October 2025 was mentioned for the Preliminary Test, but no official confirmation was provided, leaving many aspirants uncertain. With the exam approaching, GPSC has now officially confirmed the Preliminary Test date. This article provides complete details about the exam schedule, pattern, and syllabus.

GPSC Medical Officer Exam Date 2025 Released

The GPSC Medical Officer Preliminary Test is now scheduled for 7th December 2025, from 11:00 AM to 2:00 PM, with a total duration of 3 hours (180 minutes). This official update helps candidates align their preparation strategy and ensures they are ready for the exam.

The Preliminary Test is the only written stage in the selection process and is followed by an Interview, which carries 50% weightage in the final merit calculation. Since there is no main exam, the Preliminary Test is decisive, and candidates must focus comprehensively on both the relevant subjects and exam strategy to maximize their scores.

GPSC Medical Officer Exam 2025 Overview

The GPSC Medical Officer Recruitment 2025 provides an excellent opportunity for candidates seeking positions in the Gujarat Ayurved Services, Class-2. With 100 vacancies, the recruitment aims to fill Medical Officer and Resident Medical Officer posts in the Ayurveda stream. The selection process includes a Preliminary Test followed by an Interview, with final merit determined on a 50:50 basis between Prelim and Interview scores.

GPSC Medical Officer Exam Pattern

The GPSC Medical Officer Preliminary Test will be conducted in an objective format, comprising 200 multiple-choice questions covering all major Ayurvedic subjects. This exam is critical, as it contributes 50% weightage to the final merit and is followed by the Interview. Aspirants are advised to focus on effective time management and comprehensive preparation across all sections to maximize their performance.

GPSC Medical Officer Syllabus

The GPSC Medical Officer / Resident Medical Officer (Ayurveda), Class-2 Preliminary Test covers a wide range of core Ayurvedic subjects. Candidates are expected to have a strong understanding of Basic Principles, Dravyaguna, Rasashastra, Kayachikitsa, Panchakarma, and related areas. Mastery of classical concepts and their modern correlations is essential for success. Systematic revision and practice are key to effectively covering the syllabus.

Syllabus Overview

1. Basic Principles:

• Concepts of Dosha, Dhatu, Mala

• Sama and Nirama Lakshanas

• Doshpaka & Dhatupaka Lakshanas

• Dhatu, Upadhatu, Mala, and Indriya Pradoshaja Vikara

2. Dravyaguna Vijnan (Pharmacology & Materia Medica):

• Types of Dravya, Rasa, Guna, Virya, Vipaka, Prabhava, Karma

• Mishraka Gana (vegetable, animal, mineral)

• 38 specific Ayurvedic drugs with botanical details, parts used, and indications

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3. Agadtantra, Vyavahar-Ayurved Evum Vidhivaidyak (Toxicology, Forensic Medicine & Medical Jurisprudence):

• Duties in poisoning cases, plant/animal/chemical poisons, and fatal doses

• Injuries and medico-legal aspects including pregnancy, abortion, and sexual offences

4. Rasashastra Evam Bhaishajyakalpana (Iatrochemistry & Ayurvedic Pharmaceutics):

• Technical terminologies, types of Rasa, Parada (Mercury)

• Formulations: Vati, Ghrita, Taila

• Pharmacovigilance, posology, and preparation methods

5. Roga Nidana (Pathology & Diagnostics):

• Dosha Dushyadi Vigyana

• ICD & DSM disease classifications, basic pathology, immunity, microbial classifications

• Nidana Panchaka, Pariksha Vigyana, and disease-specific studies with modern correlations

6. Swasthavritta (Preventive & Social Medicine):

• Dinacharya, Ritucharya, Sadvritta, Ashtanga Yoga

• National health programs, family welfare, MCH, immunisation, nutrition, vector-borne disease control

7. Prasuti Tantra & Striroga (Obstetrics & Gynaecology):

• Female reproductive anatomy, menstrual cycle, foetal development

• Pregnancy complications, delivery, postpartum care, family planning

• PNDT & MTP Act, and common gynecological disorders

8. Kaumarbhritya (Ayurvedic Paediatrics):

• Neonatal care, infant feeding, dental care, child health programs

• Bala Pariksha, congenital/neonatal disorders, nutritional deficiencies, pediatric infectious diseases

9. Kayachikitsa (General Medicine):

• Chikitsa Sutra, management of fever, anaemia, arthritis, liver, renal, GI, endocrine, neurological, psychiatric disorders

• Immunity, autoimmune diseases, Rasayana, and Vajikarana therapies

10. Panchakarma:

• Specifications of Panchakarma theatre

• Procedures: Snehana, Swedana, Vamana, Virechana, Basti, Nasya, Raktamokshana, and types of Basti

11. Shalya Tantra (Surgery):

• Ashtavidha Shastra Karma, Kshara Sutra

• Management of inflammation, abscess, fistula, tumors, fractures

• Anorectal diseases and urinary disorders

12. Shalakya Tantra (ENT & Ophthalmology):

• Eye and oral diseases, head/nose/ear disorders

• Surgical procedures and national programs for deafness prevention

13. Current Trends & Recent Advancements:

• Updates and innovations in Ayurveda, preventive medicine, and allied therapeutic practices