POST DETAILS :
Odisha Staff Selection Commission (OSSC) has released a notification for the post of OSSC CGL Specialist Recruitment Exam 2026. Interested candidates must fulfill all the eligibility criteria and apply online. Before applying online, candidates are advised to carefully read the full notification, recruitment eligibility, age limit, post-wise eligibility, selection procedure, syllabus, admit card, answer key, and all other relevant details. Read the official advertisement thoroughly before submitting the application.
OVERVIEW AND DATE :
Odisha Staff Selection Commission (OSSC)
OSSC CGL Specialist Recruitment Exam 2026
Advertisement No. IIE-46/2025/5919/OSSC
IMPORTANT DATES
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Date of Advertisement | 30.12.2025 |
| Opening of Online Registration of Application | 09-06-2026 |
| Last Date for Submission of Online Application Form | 11-07-2026 |
| Last Date for Editing Online Application Form | 14-07-2026 |
| Age Calculated As On | 01.01.2025 |
| Preliminary Examination Date | To be notified via Admission Letter on www.ossc.gov.in |
| Main Written Examination Date | To be notified after Preliminary Examination result |
FEES DETAILS
| Category | Examination Fee |
|---|---|
| General / OBC / EWS / All others (except SC, ST, PwD) | Rs. 500/- (Non-Refundable initially; refunded to candidates who appear in Preliminary Examination) |
| SC / ST / PwD | NIL |
AGE DETAILS :
Age Limit
| Category | Age Limit / Relaxation |
|---|---|
| General (UR) / EWS / All Categories (Minimum) | 21 years (minimum) to 42 years (maximum) as on 01.01.2025 |
| SEBC / SC / ST / Women (all categories) | 5 years relaxation in upper age limit |
| PwD Category | 10 years relaxation (PwD candidates in ST and SC category get cumulative 10 years over and above the normal relaxation specified for their category) |
| Ex-Servicemen | Total period of service rendered in defence service (relaxation in upper age limit as per Government guidelines) |
POST DETAILS, ELIGIBILITY and QUALIFICATION:
| Criteria | Details |
|---|---|
| Nationality | Citizen of India only. |
| Character | Must be of good character. |
| Physical | Must be of sound health, good physique and free from organic defects or bodily infirmity. |
| Marital Status | If married, must not have more than one spouse living (exemptions as per State Government rules). |
| Odia Language | Must be able to read, write and speak Odia fluently. Must have passed Middle School with Odia as subject / Matriculation with Odia as medium / Class-VII exam with Odia as subject / ME standard Odia test conducted by School and Mass Education Department. |
| Educational Qualification (post-wise) | Varies by post – from Bachelor’s Degree in relevant discipline (Science/Technology/Food Technology/Commerce/Economics/Fine Arts/Library Science/Computer Science etc.) to Post-Graduate Degree or professional qualifications like ICWAI(Inter)/ICMAI(Inter). Must have requisite qualification by the last date of submission of the Online Application Form. Qualification must be from AICTE/UGC recognized institution. |
| Government/PSU Employees | Must obtain a “No Objection Certificate” from their controlling authority and upload the same with the Online Application Form. |
Post-wise Educational Qualification Summary
| Post | Minimum Educational Qualification |
|---|---|
| Food Safety Officer | Bachelor’s/Master’s/Doctorate Degree in Food Technology/Dairy Technology/Bio Technology/Agricultural Science/Oil Technology/Veterinary Science/Bio-Chemistry/Microbiology/Chemistry from a recognized university; OR Bachelor’s degree in Medicine/Dental Surgery/Homeopathic/Unani/Siddha/Ayurvedic/Sowa Rigpa Medicine and Surgery. Must possess adequate knowledge of Computer Application. |
| Senior Economic Investigator | Bachelor’s Degree with Honours in Economics/Applied Economics/Agriculture Economics/Resource Economics/Commerce/Mathematics/Sociology with Statistics/Geography with Regional Planning/Statistics with Econometrics/Regional Planning/Business Administration/Computer Science/IT from a recognized university; OR Post-Graduate Degree in the above subjects. Must have adequate knowledge of Computer Applications. |
| Senior Cost Assistant | ICWAI(Inter) / ICMAI(Inter) |
| Inspector of Legal Metrology | Graduate in Science (with Physics as one of the subjects) or Technology or Engineering from a recognized university; OR Diploma in Engineering from a recognized institution with 3 years of professional experience. |
| Laboratory Assistant (Legal Metrology) | Graduate in Science (with Physics as one of the subjects) or Technology or Engineering; OR Diploma in Engineering from recognized institution with 3 years professional experience. |
| Computer Programmer | B.Tech or B.E. in Computer Science/Electronic and Telecommunication or MCA. |
| Graphic Designer | Degree in Fine Art/Visual Art from recognized university with PG Diploma in Multimedia/Animation/Visual Effect; skills in designing sets, advertisement materials, logos, layouts and photos. |
| Librarian in DIETs/BIETs | B.Lib / M.Lib / BLIS / MLIS with 50% marks. |
| Librarian (Directorate TE & SCERT) | B.Lib / M.Lib / BLIS / MLIS with 50% marks. |
| Statistical Assistant | Bachelor’s Degree in Arts/Science with Honours in Mathematics/Statistics/Physics/Economics/Applied Economics; or Bachelor’s Degree in Commerce. Must have Computer knowledge. |
| Junior Laboratory Assistant (State Food Testing Lab) | Bachelor’s Degree in Science with Chemistry as one of the subjects. |
| Market Intelligence Inspector | Graduation in Humanities/Science/Commerce or equivalent with at least 40% marks and any one of Economics/Mathematics/Statistics/Commerce/Accounting at graduation level; adequate knowledge of computer applications like MS Word, MS Excel and MS PowerPoint. |
| Assistant Embankment Inspector | Bachelor’s Degree in Science or equivalent to Bachelor’s Degree Science Examination; Certificate towards basic computer skill from recognized institution. |
| Laboratory Assistant (EIC Water Resources) | Bachelor’s Degree in Science or equivalent; Certificate towards basic computer skill from recognized institution. |
| Junior Laboratory Assistant (Factories & Boilers) | Bachelor’s Degree in Science with Chemistry Honours. |
| Scribe | Degree in Fine Art/Visual Art from recognized university; knowledge in use of Computer applications like Photoshop & Corel Draw. |
VACANCY DETAILS : Total Post
| Sl. No. | Name of the Post / Services | Department | Total (Out of which Women) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 01 | Food Safety Officer | Office of Commissioner of Food Safety, Odisha, BBSR (Health & Family Welfare Department) | 84 (W-17) |
| 02 | Senior Economic Investigator | Planning & Convergence Department, Odisha, BBSR | 16 (W-2) |
| 03 | Senior Cost Assistant | Directorate of Export Promotion & Marketing, Odisha, BBSR (MSME Department) | 01 (W-Nil) |
| 04 | Inspector of Legal Metrology | Directorate of Legal Metrology, Odisha, BBSR (Food Supplies and Consumer Welfare Department) | 02 (W-01) |
| 05 | Laboratory Assistant | Directorate of Legal Metrology, Odisha, BBSR (Food Supplies and Consumer Welfare Department) | 01 (W-Nil) |
| 06 | Computer Programmer | Information and Public Relations Department, Odisha, BBSR | 01 (W-Nil) |
| 07 | Graphic Designer | Information and Public Relations Department, Odisha, BBSR | 02 (W-01) |
| 08 | Librarian in DIETs/BIETs | Directorate of Technical Education & SCERT, Odisha, BBSR (School & Mass Education Department) | 30 (W-10) |
| 09 | Librarian | Directorate of Technical Education & SCERT, Odisha, BBSR (School & Mass Education Department) | 01 (W-Nil) |
| 10 | Statistical Assistant | Directorate of Technical Education & SCERT, Odisha, BBSR (School & Mass Education Department) | 03 (W-01) |
| 11 | Junior Laboratory Assistant | State Food Testing Laboratory, Odisha, BBSR under Office of Commissioner of Food Safety, Odisha (Health & Family Welfare Department) | 07 (W-02) |
| 12 | Market Intelligence Inspector | Food Supplies and Consumer Welfare Department, Odisha, BBSR | 05 (W-02) |
| 13 | Assistant Embankment Inspector | EIC, Water Resources, Odisha, BBSR | 23 (W-08) |
| 14 | Laboratory Assistant | EIC, Water Resources, Odisha, BBSR | 20 (W-07) |
| 15 | Junior Laboratory Assistant | Directorate of Factories & Boilers, Odisha, BBSR (Labour & ESI Department) | 01 (W-Nil) |
| 16 | Scribe | Information and Public Relations Department, Odisha, BBSR | 02 (W-01) |
| Total | 199 (W-52) | ||
Pay Matrix Level
| Sl. No. | Name of the Post / Services | Group | Pay Matrix Level |
|---|---|---|---|
| 01 | Food Safety Officer | Group-B | Level-9, Cell-1 of ORSP 2017 |
| 02 | Senior Economic Investigator | Group-B | Level-9, Cell-1 of ORSP 2017 |
| 03 | Senior Cost Assistant | Group-B | Level-9, Cell-1 of ORSP 2017 |
| 04 | Inspector of Legal Metrology | Group-B | Level-9, Cell-1 of ORSP 2017 |
| 05 | Laboratory Assistant | Group-B | Level-9, Cell-1 of ORSP 2017 |
| 06 | Computer Programmer | Group-B | Level-9, Cell-1 of ORSP 2017 |
| 07 | Graphic Designer | Group-B | Level-9, Cell-1 of ORSP 2017 |
| 08 | Librarian in DIETs/BIETs | Group-B | Level-9, Cell-1 of ORSP 2017 |
| 09 | Librarian | Group-B | Level-9, Cell-1 of ORSP 2017 |
| 10 | Statistical Assistant | Group-B | Level-9, Cell-1 of ORSP 2017 |
| 11 | Junior Laboratory Assistant | Group-C | Level-8, Cell-1 of ORSP 2017 |
| 12 | Market Intelligence Inspector | Group-C | Level-7, Cell-1 of ORSP 2017 |
| 13 | Assistant Embankment Inspector | Group-C | Level-7, Cell-1 of ORSP 2017 |
| 14 | Laboratory Assistant | Group-C | Level-7, Cell-1 of ORSP 2017 |
| 15 | Junior Laboratory Assistant | Group-C | Level-7, Cell-1 of ORSP 2017 |
| 16 | Scribe | Group-C | Level-4, Cell-1 of ORSP 2017 |
Selection Process :
Stage I – Preliminary Examination (One Paper)
| Mode of Examination | Total Marks | No. of Questions | Duration | Type | Negative Marking |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CBRE/OMR mode | 150 marks | 150 questions | 2 hours 30 minutes (150 minutes) | Objective type with MCQs | 0.25 mark per wrong answer |
Stage II(a) – Main Written Examination (Technical Paper)
| Mode of Examination | Total Marks | No. of Questions | Duration | Type | Negative Marking |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CBRE/OMR mode | 200 marks | 100 questions | 2 hours 30 minutes (150 minutes) | Objective type with MCQs | 0.5 mark per wrong answer |
Stage II(b) – Computer Skill Test
Stage III – Certificate Verification
HOW TO APPLY
- Candidate must be submitted Application online only through the official website by clicking on the “Apply Online” Provided Link In “IMPORTANT LINK” Section Below.
- Candidate Read the Notification Before Apply the Recruitment Application Form.
- Kindly Check and Collect the All Document – Eligibility, ID Proof, Address Details, Basic Details.
- Kindly Ready Scan Document Related to Admission Entrance Form – Photo, Sign, ID Proof, Etc.
- Before Submit the Application Form Must Check the Preview and All Column Carefully.
- Take A Print Out of Final Submitted Form.
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FAQs :
How many vacancies are available in OSSC CGLRE Specialist-2025 Recruitment 2026?
A total of 199 vacancies
What is the last date to apply for OSSC CGLRE Specialist-2025 Recruitment 2026?
The last date for online application submission is 11 July 2026, with applications opening on 09 June 2026 and an application correction window from 29 June to 14 July 2026.
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