POST DETAILS :
Odisha Staff Selection Commission (OSSC) has released a notification for the post of OSSC Food Safety Officer Recruitment 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 FSO Recruitment 2026
Advertisement No. IIE-46/2025/5919/OSSC
IMPORTANT DATES
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Date of Advertisement | 30-12-2025 |
| Opening of Online Registration | 09-06-2026 |
| Last Date for Online Registration | 08-07-2026 |
| Last Date for Online Application Form Submission | 11-07-2026 |
| Editing Window for Online Application Form | 09-06-2026 to 14-07-2026 |
| Age Calculated As On | 01-01-2025 |
| Preliminary Examination Date | To be notified on OSSC website |
FEES DETAILS
| Category | Examination Fee |
|---|---|
| General / SEBC / Women / Ex-Servicemen / Sports Person | Rs. 500/- (Rupees Five Hundred only) |
| SC / ST / PwD Candidates | Exempt (No Fee) |
AGE DETAILS :
Age Limit
| Category | Age Limit (as on 01-01-2025) |
|---|---|
| General (UR) | 21 to 42 years |
| SEBC / SC / ST / All Women | 5 years relaxation (max 47 years) |
| PwD (Persons with Disabilities) | 10 years relaxation over applicable category limit |
| Ex-Servicemen | Total period of defence service rendered |
POST DETAILS, ELIGIBILITY and QUALIFICATION:
| Qualification | Details |
|---|---|
| Option 1 – Bachelor’s Degree | Bachelor’s Degree in Food Technology / Dairy Technology / Bio Technology / Agricultural Science / Oil Technology / Veterinary Science / Bio-Chemistry / Microbiology from a recognized University or institution. OR Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery / Bachelor of Dental Surgery / Bachelor of Homeopathic Medicine and Surgery / Bachelor of Unani Medicine and Surgery / Bachelor of Siddha Medicine and Surgery / Bachelor of Ayurvedic Medicine and Surgery / Bachelor of Sowa Rigpa Medicine and Surgery from a recognized University. |
| Option 2 – Master’s Degree | Master’s Degree in Food Technology / Dairy Technology / Bio Technology / Agricultural Science / Oil Technology / Veterinary Science / Bio-Chemistry / Microbiology / Chemistry from a recognized University or institution. |
| Option 3 – Doctorate Degree | Doctorate Degree in Food Technology / Dairy Technology / Bio Technology / Agricultural Science / Oil Technology / Veterinary Science / Bio-Chemistry / Microbiology from a recognized University or institution. |
| Additional Mandatory | Must possess adequate knowledge in Computer Application. |
| Note (Disciplines under Food Technology) | Food Engineering; Food Engineering & Technology; Food Processing & Preservation; Food Processing Technology; Food Technology & Management; Food Biotechnology; Food Plant Operations Management; Food Process Engineering & Management; Food Processing; Food Safety & Quality Management; Process & Food Engineering. |
| Note (Disciplines under Agricultural Science) | Agriculture; Agricultural Engineering; Fisheries; Food Nutrition and Dietetic; Horticulture. |
VACANCY DETAILS : Total Post
| Category | No. of Posts (Out of which Women) |
|---|---|
| UR (Unreserved) | 44 (W-09) |
| SEBC (Socially and Educationally Backward Class) | 08 (W-03) |
| SC (Scheduled Caste) | 13 (W-01) |
| ST (Scheduled Tribe) | 19 (W-04) |
| Total | 84 (W-17) |
PwD (Persons with Disability) Sub-Category Vacancy (Total 06 Posts = out of which W-02)
| PwD Category | No. of Vacancies | Benchmark Disability Eligible |
|---|---|---|
| Cat-II-04 | 06 (W-02) | Cat-II: Hard of Hearing with Suitable Aid |
| Cat-III-02 | Cat-III: Dwarfism, Acid attack victim, Leprosy Cured |
Special Category (Ex-Servicemen & Sports Person)
| Category | No. of Posts |
|---|---|
| Ex-Servicemen (ESM) | 04 |
| Sports Person | 01 |
Selection Process
Stage I – Preliminary Examination
| Mode of Examination | Total Questions | Total Marks | Duration | Type | Negative Marking |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CBRE / OMR mode | 150 | 150 | 2½ Hours (150 minutes) | Objective MCQ | 0.25 mark per wrong answer |
Candidates numbering a minimum of 5 times of the vacancies (post-wise and category-wise) shall be shortlisted for the Main Written Examination based on marks in Preliminary Examination.
Stage II (a) – Main Written Examination (Technical Paper)
| Mode of Examination | Total Questions | Total Marks | Duration | Type | Negative Marking |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CBRE / OMR mode | 100 | 200 | 2½ Hours (150 minutes) | Objective MCQ | 0.5 mark per wrong answer |
Stage II (b) – Computer Skill Test
| Qualifying Marks | 50% of total marks |
| Exempted Posts | Food Safety Officer is NOT exempted; Computer Skill Test is required. |
Stage III – Certificate Verification
Candidates numbering 1.5 times of the vacancies advertised (post-wise and category-wise) shall be shortlisted for Certificate Verification based on marks in the Main Written Examination (Technical Paper) and having qualified the Computer Skill Test.
Tie-Breaking Rules
| 1st Tie-Break | Marks in Preliminary Examination |
| 2nd Tie-Break | Date of birth (older candidate placed higher) |
| 3rd Tie-Break | Alphabetical order in which names of candidates appear |
Exam Syllabus
The Preliminary Examination is based on a general indicative syllabus (Annexure-C). The Main Written Examination Technical Paper syllabus for Food Safety Officer is given in Annexure-D (Section II) of the official notification. All papers are MCQ-based, bilingual (Odia and English), except Paper I of the Main Exam (language). The exam medium option once given in the online application cannot be changed.
Preliminary Examination – Indicative Syllabus (Annexure-C)
| Sl. No. | Topic |
|---|---|
| 1 | Arithmetic – 10th Standard |
| 2 | Data Interpretation (Chart, Graph, Table, Data Sufficiency etc.) – 10th Standard |
| 3 | Logical Reasoning and Analytical Ability, General Mental Ability |
| 4 | Current Events of National and International Importance |
| 5 | Computer / Internet Awareness |
Computer Skill Test – Indicative Syllabus (Annexure-C)
| Topic |
|---|
| Computer Fundamentals |
| MS Windows |
| Office Software |
| Word Processing (MS Word) |
| Spread Sheet (MS Excel) |
| Presentation or Slideware (MS PowerPoint) |
| Database (MS Access) |
| Usage of the Internet, Services available on the Internet |
| Basic Networking Concepts, Communication Technology |
Main Written Examination – Technical Paper Syllabus for Food Safety Officer (Annexure-D, Section II)
| Section | Topics |
|---|---|
| A. Food Safety Standards, Act, Rules & Regulations | Food definitions, food additives, processing aids, contaminants, toxic substances, heavy metals; pesticides; genetically modified / organic / functional foods; packaging and labelling; advertisement restrictions; responsibilities of Food Business Operators; liability of manufacturers, packers, distributors, sellers; food recall procedures; licensing and registration; GMP, GHP, HACCP/personal hygiene; water pollution and food-borne diseases. |
| B. Chemistry | Carbohydrates, Proteins, Lipids – definition, classification, properties, significance; essential and non-essential amino acids; vitamins (fat soluble and water soluble); enzymes – definition, classifications, properties, co-enzymes; chemical components of foods (micro and macronutrients); nutrition deficiency disorders; acid value, iodine value, saponification value of lipids; food spoilage (microorganisms, conditions, factors & control); food poisoning (intoxication) – bacterial, fungal, algal; food preservation (storage, physical and chemical methods); fermentation – types, production of cheese, yoghurt, bread. |
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 FSO 2026?
A total of 84 vacancies
What is the last date to apply for OSSC Food Safety Officer 2026?
The last date for online application submission is 11 July 2026, with online registration opening on 09 June 2026 and an editing window available till 14 July 2026.
What is the age limit for OSSC FSO 2026?
Candidates must be between 21 to 42 years as on 01 January 2025, with 5 years relaxation for SEBC/SC/ST/Women and 10 years relaxation for PwD candidates, plus additional relaxation for Ex-Servicemen.
Is there any application fee for OSSC FSO 2026?
Yes, examination fee is ₹500 for General/SEBC/Women/Ex-Servicemen/Sports Person candidates (refundable to those who appear in Preliminary Examination), while SC/ST/PwD candidates are exempted from fee payment.
What is the salary for OSSC Food Safety Officer 2026?
Food Safety Officers will receive Pay Matrix Level-9, Cell-1 as per ORSP (Odisha Revised Pay Structure) 2017 on a regular appointment basis as Group-B State Cadre officers.
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