Odisha Staff Selection Commission Recruitment (OSSC) 2026: The OSSC has announced several recruitment examinations for Group-B and Group-C positions across various government departments. Below is a summary of the latest job opportunities based on the recently published indicative and detailed advertisements.
Key details for Odisha Staff Selection Commission Recruitment (OSSC) 2026
1. Combined Post Graduate Level Recruitment (CPGLRE-2025)
This recruitment is for Group-B Specialist posts under the Directorate of Teacher Education and SCERT, Odisha.
- Key Dates:
- Online Registration: January 12, 2026, to February 11, 2026.
- Submission Deadline: February 14, 2026.
- Editing Window: January 12, 2026, to February 17, 2026.
- Vacancies & Pay Scale: Total of 102 vacancies (32 reserved for women). The scale of pay for these Level-9 posts is ₹35,400 – ₹1,12,400.
- Featured Positions:
- Teacher Educators (Foundation Course, Science, History, Geography, Economics, Political Science, Mathematics, Odia, English).
- Physical Education Instructor.
- Art Education Instructor.
- Eligibility: Candidates must be between 21 and 42 years old as of January 1, 2025. Educational requirements vary by post but generally require a Post-Graduate degree in the relevant subject with at least 50% marks and professional qualifications like M.Ed. or M.P.Ed..
- Examination Fee: ₹500 for UR/SEBC candidates; SC/ST/PwD are exempt. Fees are refundable for those who appear in the first stage of the exam.
2. Combined Technical Services Recruitment (CTSRE-2025)
This examination covers various Group-B and Group-C technical positions.
- Featured Positions:
- Junior Engineer (Civil): Vacancies available under the Engineer-in-Chief (Water Resources) and Panchayati Raj & Drinking Water Department.
- Assistant Operator: Under the Information & Public Relations Department.
- Qualifications: Junior Engineer roles require a Diploma in Civil Engineering or equivalent. The Assistant Operator role requires passing ITI in Electricals/Electronics.
- Age Limit: 21 to 42 years as of January 1, 2025.
3. Combined Graduate Level Specialist Recruitment (CGLRE-2025)
This advertisement focuses on Group-B and Group-C Specialist services across different departments.
- Positions Include:
- Senior Economic Investigator.
- Food Safety Officer.
- Inspector of Legal Metrology.
- Assistant Embankment Inspector and Laboratory Assistant.
- Pay Scale: Most Group-B roles are at Level-9, while Group-C roles range from Level-4 to Level-7.
- Age Limit: 21 to 42 years as of January 1, 2025.
4. Combined Higher Secondary Specialist Recruitment (CHSLE-2025)
Targeting Group-B and Group-C Specialist posts requiring 10+2 or equivalent qualifications.
- Positions Include:
- Amin (Water Resources).
- Junior Fisheries Technical Assistant.
- Junior Forensic Attendant.
- Age Limit: 21 to 42 years as of January 1, 2025.
5. Civil Defence & Fire Services Recruitment
An indicative advertisement for posts requiring physical measurement and efficiency tests.
- Positions: Civil Defence Instructor / Senior Store Inspector.
- Vacancies: 07 (02 for women).
- Eligibility: Bachelor’s Degree in any discipline with basic computer knowledge.
- Age Limit: 21 to 32 years as of January 1, 2025.
General Information for Applicants relating to Odisha Staff Selection Commission Recruitment (OSSC)
- Language Requirement: All candidates must be able to read, write, and speak Odia fluently.
- How to Apply for Odisha Staff Selection Commission Recruitment (OSSC): Applications must be submitted online only via www.ossc.gov.in.
- Selection Process for Odisha Staff Selection Commission Recruitment (OSSC): Generally includes a Preliminary Examination, a Main Written Examination, and Certificate Verification.