Anubandham is the Gujarat government's official employment portal, built to connect job seekers directly with private employers across the state. It is free, run by the Directorate of Employment and Training (DET), and works alongside the physical Rojgar Bharti Melas (job fairs) held district by district. This guide covers exactly how to register, what documents you actually need, the problems most people hit, and how to turn a profile into real interview calls.
Anubandham (અનુબંધમ) is a state-run online employment exchange. Unlike a private job site, it is operated by the Gujarat government's Directorate of Employment and Training, which is the same department that runs the district Employment Exchanges and the Rojgar Bharti Melas. Its purpose is simple: give people across Gujarat, including smaller towns and rural districts, one free place to find private jobs and let local employers post vacancies without paying a recruitment agency. The important thing to understand is that Anubandham is a matchmaking platform, not a guaranteed-job scheme. Registering does not place you in a job. It puts your profile in front of employers and lets you apply to and attend job fairs. The people who benefit most are the ones who complete their profile properly and actively apply, rather than registering once and waiting.
Registration is open to any Indian citizen residing in Gujarat who is looking for work. That deliberately covers a wide range of candidates. You could be an 8th or 10th pass, an ITI or diploma holder, or a graduate and postgraduate. Both freshers and experienced candidates can register. Freshers benefit especially, because many private employers on the portal are hiring for entry-level roles. You should be a resident of Gujarat, since the vacancies and job fairs are based in the state. There is no registration fee at any stage. If any website or person asks you to pay to register on Anubandham, it is a scam.
How to register on Anubandham step by step
Getting your account set up properly requires following a sequence of screens on the portal. Make sure you complete each action in order to avoid getting locked out of your session or having to restart your application form.
- Open the official portal. Go to anubandham.gujarat.gov.in, or install the "Anubandham (GOG)" app from the Google Play Store.
- Click "Register". On the homepage, select the Register option.
- Choose "Job Seeker". The portal serves both job seekers and employers, so pick the Job Seeker path.
- Enter your mobile number or email and verify the OTP. An OTP is sent to your phone; enter it to continue. This unlocks the common application form.
- Fill the common application form. Enter your personal details, Aadhaar number, education, and any work experience.
- Upload your documents and photo. Add your ID proof, education certificates, and passport-size photo.
- Submit to create your profile. Click Sign Up. Your digital job profile is created, and you can now upload your resume and start applying.
Fees and exact form fields can change, so always confirm the current process on the official portal itself while you register.
What to have ready before you start
Gathering your files before opening the browser stops you from scrambling mid-form. Keep these items prepared:
- Identity proof: Aadhaar card (most common), or Voter ID / PAN card.
- Educational certificates: your marksheets and degree, diploma, or ITI certificates. Have the highest qualification ready at minimum.
- Passport-size photograph: a clear, recent digital photo.
- Active mobile number: needed for the mobile number OTP and for employers to contact you.
- Email ID: used for login and job notifications.
- Resume (optional but recommended): you can upload your own resume directly to strengthen your profile.
Tip: scan or photograph each document as a clear, well-lit file under the size limit shown on the upload screen. Blurry certificate images are one of the most common reasons a profile looks incomplete to an employer.
What it costs to use the portal
Understanding the financial side of the government platform ensures you do not fall for fraudulent charges. Registration on Anubandham is completely free for both job seekers and employers. No genuine part of the process ever asks a job seeker for payment. If any website or external agent claims they can fast-track your profile or guarantee a job placement for a fee, treat it as an outright scam. The portal is fully funded and maintained by the Directorate of Employment and Training, Government of Gujarat, meaning you will never need to enter credit card details, UPI pins, or bank transfers while creating your candidate account or submitting your job applications.
Because the platform is entirely free, your investment is purely time and effort. Spending fifteen minutes on clean data entry and document uploading saves hours of frustration later. Make sure you avoid third-party agency sites that charge for assistance with government portals. Bookmark the official domain ending in gujarat.gov.in so you never land on a paid intermediary page by mistake.
The step people most often get stuck on
The single most frequent complaint from users is failing to receive the login OTP during registration. This happens due to network congestion, strict spam filters on telecom networks, or entering a digit incorrectly. If your OTP does not arrive within a minute, check your mobile signal strength, make sure your SIM card can receive incoming service messages, and wait before requesting a new code. If it continues to fail, try registering during off-peak hours or use the email verification option if the platform allows it. Another major stumbling block is post-registration inactivity: candidates create an account, leave the profile half-empty, and wonder why employers never call them. Completing 100 percent of your profile, including specific skills and work history, is mandatory if you want your name to appear in recruiter filter searches. Keeping your phone number active and answering calls from unknown numbers is just as important, because employers will not chase dead numbers.
Creating the account is only the beginning. To turn your profile into interviews, use the district, education, skills, and job-type filters to find vacancies that genuinely match your background. Track your applications through the dashboard so you know which companies have viewed your details. Furthermore, leverage the Rojgar Bharti Melas linked to the portal. These physical job fairs let you hand your resume directly to hiring managers for on-the-spot interviews. Carry printed copies of your certificates and dress professionally when attending these events, as physical presence often accelerates hiring compared to waiting for online responses.
What people get wrong about deadlines and profiles
Is Anubandham registration free?
Yes. Registration is completely free for both job seekers and employers. No genuine part of the process ever asks a job seeker for payment, so treat any fee request as a scam.
What is the official Anubandham website?
The official portal is anubandham.gujarat.gov.in, run by the Gujarat Directorate of Employment and Training. You can also use the "Anubandham (GOG)" app from the Play Store.
Who can register on the Anubandham portal?
Any Gujarat resident looking for work, from 8th-pass and ITI candidates to graduates, postgraduates, freshers, and experienced professionals.
What documents do I need for Anubandham?
An identity proof such as Aadhaar, Voter ID, or PAN; your education marksheets and certificates; a passport-size photo; and an active mobile number and email. A resume is optional but helps.
Does registering on Anubandham guarantee a job?
No. It is a platform that connects you to employers and job fairs. You still need to complete your profile, apply to matching jobs, and attend job fairs to get hired.
Closing checklist for your job search
- Official platform verified: Ensure you are on anubandham.gujarat.gov.in or using the official app.
- Account created: Complete your mobile OTP verification and fill out the common application form.
- Documents uploaded: Attach clear digital scans of your Aadhaar, education certificates, and photo.
- Profile fully completed: Fill in 100 percent of your skills, qualifications, and past experience.
- Targeted applications submitted: Apply only to jobs matching your district and education level using portal filters.
- Contact active: Keep your registered mobile number reachable and check your inbox regularly for employer interview calls.
Official sources: Directorate of Employment and Training, Government of Gujarat. Portal accessible at anubandham.gujarat.gov.in.
