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OSSC CGL Specialist Recruitment Exam 2026 Notification Out - Apply Online for 199 Posts
| Organization | Odisha Staff Selection Commission (OSSC), Unit-II, Bhubaneswar-751009 |
|---|---|
| Post Name | CGLS/345 |
| Total Vacancies | 199 (including 52 Women seats) |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Job Location | Pan India |
| Notification No. | IIE-46/2025/5919/OSSC dated 30.12.2025 |
| Last Updated | 20 May 2026 |
199 (including 52 Women seats)
Vacancies
11-07-2026
Last Date
Online
Apply Mode
Pan India
Location
OSSC is opening applications for 199 CGLRE Specialist posts including Laboratory Assistant, Food Safety Officer, Computer Programmer, Senior Economic Investigator and More with qualifications ranging from graduation to post-graduation depending on the post, last date 11 July 2026
Important Dates
| Last Date to Apply | 11-07-2026 |
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| Exam Date | To be notified after Preliminary Examination result |
| Event | Date |
| Date Of Advertisement | 30.12.2025 |
| Opening Of Online Registration Of Application | 09-06-2026 |
| Age Calculated As On | 01.01.2025 |
| Preliminary Examination Date | To be notified via Admission Letter on www.ossc.gov.in |
Application Fee
General / UR
Rs. 500/- (Non-Refundable initially; refunded to candidates who appear in Preliminary Examination)
SC
NIL
Examination fee is payable through online mode only via the Odisha Treasury portal linked with the online application form. The examination fee paid shall be refunded to candidates who actually appear in the first stage of the recruitment examination. Applications without payment of examination fees (except SC/ST/PwD candidates) will be taken as incomplete and shall be liable for rejection. Candidates must clearly mention their valid/active bank account details (Account Number, IFSC Code, Account Holder Name, Bank Branch Name) in the Online Application Form for receiving the refundable examination fee.
Age Limit
| Details | Age as on 01.01.2025. Candidates not enjoying any relaxation of upper age limit must not have been born earlier than 2nd January 1983 and not later than 1st January 2004. |
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Qualification / Eligibility
| Education Qualification | 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. |
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| Details | Candidates must fulfill all eligibility conditions as on 01.01.2025. Candidates must possess a valid e-Mail ID and Mobile Number while applying and keep them active till the completion of the recruitment process. | Post-wise Educational Qualification Summary |
| Matched Qualifications | ITI, Any_Graduate, CA |
Vacancy Details
| Sr. No. | Department |
|---|---|
| 1 | Office of Commissioner of Food Safety, Odisha, BBSR (Health & Family Welfare Department) |
| 2 | Planning & Convergence Department, Odisha, BBSR |
| 3 | Directorate of Export Promotion & Marketing, Odisha, BBSR (MSME Department) |
| 4 | Directorate of Legal Metrology, Odisha, BBSR (Food Supplies and Consumer Welfare Department) |
| 5 | Directorate of Legal Metrology, Odisha, BBSR (Food Supplies and Consumer Welfare Department) |
| 6 | Information and Public Relations Department, Odisha, BBSR |
| 7 | Information and Public Relations Department, Odisha, BBSR |
| 8 | Directorate of Technical Education & SCERT, Odisha, BBSR (School & Mass Education Department) |
| 9 | Directorate of Technical Education & SCERT, Odisha, BBSR (School & Mass Education Department) |
| 10 | Directorate of Technical Education & SCERT, Odisha, BBSR (School & Mass Education Department) |
| 11 | State Food Testing Laboratory, Odisha, BBSR under Office of Commissioner of Food Safety, Odisha (Health & Family Welfare Department) |
| 12 | Food Supplies and Consumer Welfare Department, Odisha, BBSR |
| 13 | EIC, Water Resources, Odisha, BBSR |
| 14 | EIC, Water Resources, Odisha, BBSR |
| 15 | Directorate of Factories & Boilers, Odisha, BBSR (Labour & ESI Department) |
| 16 | Information and Public Relations Department, Odisha, BBSR |
Category-wise Vacancy
| Category | Posts |
|---|---|
| Name Of The Post / Services | 199 (W-52) |
Selection Process
1Mode of Examination Total Marks No. of Questions Duration Type Negative Marking
2CBRE/OMR mode 150 marks 150 questions 2 hours 30 minutes (150 minutes) Objective
3CBRE/OMR mode 200 marks 100 questions 2 hours 30 minutes (150 minutes) Objective
4The competitive examination shall comprise three stages. The Commission at its d
5Stage I - Preliminary Examination (One Paper)
6Indicative Syllabus: Arithmetic (10th Standard)
7Data Interpretation (Chart
8Graph
9Table
10Data Sufficiency)
11Logical Reasoning and Analytical Ability
12General Mental Ability
13Current Events of National and International Importance
14Computer/Internet Awareness.
15Candidates numbering a minimum of 5 (five) times of the vacancies post-wise and
16Stage II(a) - Main Written Examination (Technical Paper)
17The Preliminary and Main Examination shall be conducted in both Odia and English
18once chosen
19is final and cannot be changed later. Post-wise detailed syllabus for the Techni
20Stage II(b) - Computer Skill Test
21All posts except Inspector of Legal Metrology (FS&CW Department)
22Laboratory Assistant (FS&CW Department)
23Junior Laboratory Assistant (Directorate of Factories & Boilers)
24and Junior Laboratory Assistant (State Food Testing Laboratory under Commissione
25Stage III - Certificate Verification
26Candidates numbering 1.5 times of the vacancies advertised (post-wise and catego
27mark sheets
28caste certificate
29special category certificate
30NOC (if Govt. servant)
31and other documents as per the admission letter along with self-attested photoco
32Merit list tie-break criteria (in order): (i) Marks in Preliminary Examination
33(ii) Date of birth (older candidate placed higher)
34(iii) Alphabetical order.
How to Apply
- 1Candidates shall apply online only through the OSSC official website www.ossc.gov.in. No physical/hard copy of the Online Application Form is to be sent to OSSC. Candidates applying for the first time must register as "NEW USER" and proceed to fill the Online Registration/Application Form. Registered users can log in with their User ID and Password. Detailed step-by-step procedure is available on the website. Candidates are advised to apply well before the closing date to avoid the last-hour rush.
- 2Pre-Requisites for Filling the Online Application Form:
- 3Valid e-Mail ID and Mobile Number (must remain active till publication of final result)
- 4Recent passport-size colour photograph scanned in jpg/jpeg format (20 KB to 100 KB)
- 5Full Specimen Signature & Left/Right Thumb Impression scanned in jpg/jpeg format (up to 20 KB)
- 6Scanned documents in PDF format (100 KB to 500 KB) including all degree/mark sheet certificates, caste/community certificate, PwBD certificate (UDID issued), ESM Discharge Certificate (if applicable), Sports Identity Card (if applicable), NOC (if Govt. servant), and Aadhaar Number
- 7Bank account details (Account Number, IFSC Code, Account Holder Name, Bank Branch Name) for refund of examination fee (applicable for General/OBC/EWS candidates)
- 8CGPA/credits conversion formula issued by university (if applicable)
- 9Documents Required at the Time of Certificate Verification:
- 10Downloaded copy of Admission Letter for Certificate Verification
- 11Downloaded copy of Bio-Data-cum-Attestation form duly filled and signed
- 12Copy of the Online Application Form legibly signed at the appropriate place
- 13HSC Certificate & Mark Sheet or equivalent (as proof of Date of Birth)
- 14+2/equivalent certificate & mark sheet
- 15Bachelor's Degree Certificate & Mark Sheets
- 16Post-Graduate/Master's/Doctorate Degree Certificate & Mark Sheets (as applicable)
- 17ICWAI(Inter)/ICMAI(Inter) Certificate & Mark Sheets (for Senior Cost Assistant)
- 18B.Lib/M.Lib/BLIS/MLIS Certificate & Mark Sheets (for Librarian posts)
- 19Three years professional experience certificate (for Inspector of Legal Metrology and Laboratory Assistant)
- 20Certificate and Marksheet of PG Diploma in Multimedia/Animation/Visual Effect (for Graphic Designer)
- 21Computer Certificate & Marksheet (as applicable)
- 22Caste certificate in prescribed format issued by competent authority (for SC/ST/SEBC - SEBC certificate must be within one year prior to the closing date of Online Application)
- 23Income & Asset Certificate for EWS candidates
- 24Permanent disability certificate issued by UDID (for PwBD candidates)
- 25Certificate of passing HSC with Odia as compulsory subject OR certificate of passing Odia of M.E. standard
- 26Discharge certificate, identity card and period of service document (for Ex-Servicemen along with Undertaking as per Annexure-E)
- 27Sports Identity Card issued by Director of Sports & Youth Service Department, Govt. of Odisha (for Sports Person candidates)
- 28NOC or Standing NOC (for Government Servant/PSU employees)
- 29ID Proof (Aadhaar/PAN/Voter Identity Card/Driving License etc. issued by Govt. Authority)
- 30Apply Online at: www.ossc.gov.in
- 31For queries: E-mail: [email protected] (mention complaint within 05 days of exam completion) | Visit: www.ossc.gov.in regularly for all updates, corrigendum and Admission Letters.
Important Instructions
- Appointment shall be on a regular basis carrying the level of pay as mentioned in the vacancy table; all posts are State Cadre posts and candidates may be asked to serve anywhere in Odisha. Candidates must have the requisite qualification for the post on the last date of submission of the Online Application Form (11-07-2026). Special category candidates must also have the necessary supporting documents by this date. Only one Online Application is allowed per candidate for any recruitment examination. Multiple applications will lead to cancellation of candidature and forfeiture of fee. After final submission of the corrected/final Online Application, no change/correction/modification will be allowed under any circumstances - requests through post, fax, e-mail or in person shall be summarily rejected. Candidates must write their Name, Date of Birth, Father's name and Mother's name exactly as given in the Matriculation Certificate. Marks sharing: Marks obtained in Preliminary Examination, Main Examination and Computer Skill Test are proposed to be shared with the candidate after final merit list is published. Candidates who score more than the last selection mark at any tier/stage but are not qualified for the subsequent stage must represent to the Commission within 05 days of declaration of that result through e-mail [email protected]. Government servants (State/Central) or those working under PSUs/Government Universities/Autonomous Bodies must obtain and upload a "No Objection Certificate" from their controlling authority with the Online Application Form. If a standing order of NOC exists, the same should be uploaded. Candidates who hide their Govt. servant/PSU status during certificate verification may not be considered for recommendation. Admission to the examination at all stages is provisional. Copies of supporting documents will be sought at the Certificate Verification stage; if any claim in the application is found unsubstantiated, candidature will be cancelled. No Admission Letter shall be sent by post; candidates must download it from www.ossc.gov.in. There shall be no provision for re-evaluation/re-checking of scores. No correspondence in this regard shall be entertained. Mobile phones, smartwatches, Bluetooth devices, spy cameras, and any other electronic/communication devices are not allowed inside the examination premises. The decision of the Commission in all matters relating to eligibility, acceptance or rejection of applications, mode and conduct of examinations, allotment of examination centres, manner of selection and preparation of merit list and post allocation, and debarment for malpractices will be final and binding. Canvassing in any form will result in disqualification.
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FAQs
Q1. What is OSSC CGLRE Specialist-2025 Recruitment 2026?
OSSC CGLRE Specialist-2025 Recruitment 2026 is the Combined Graduate Level Recruitment Examination by Odisha Staff Selection Commission under Advertisement No. IIE-46/2025/5919/OSSC to fill 199 Group-B and Group-C specialist posts across various Government Departments of Odisha.
Q2. How many vacancies are available in OSSC CGLRE Specialist-2025 Recruitment 2026?
A total of 199 vacancies are available across 16 posts including Food Safety Officer (84), Librarian in DIETs/BIETs (30), Assistant Embankment Inspector (23), Laboratory Assistant (20), Senior Economic Investigator (16), and other specialist positions, with 52 seats reserved for women.
Q3. 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.
Q4. What is the eligibility for OSSC CGLRE Specialist-2025 Recruitment 2026?
Eligibility varies by post: candidates must have a Bachelor's or Master's degree in relevant disciplines (Food Technology, Economics, Science, Commerce, Library Science, Fine Arts, Computer Science, etc.) from AICTE/UGC-recognized institutions and must be able to read, write, and speak Odia fluently.
Q5. What is the age limit for OSSC CGLRE Specialist-2025 Recruitment 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.
Q6. What is the selection process for OSSC CGLRE Specialist-2025 Recruitment 2026?
The selection process includes Stage-I Preliminary Examination (150 marks, 150 questions), Stage-II Main Written Examination Technical Paper (200 marks, 100 questions) plus Computer Skill Test (qualifying), and Stage-III Certificate Verification, with negative marking at all stages.
Q7. Is there any application fee for OSSC CGLRE Specialist-2025 Recruitment 2026?
Yes, examination fee is ₹500 for General/OBC/EWS candidates (refundable to those who appear in Preliminary Examination) payable through Odisha Treasury portal, while SC/ST/PwD candidates are exempted from fee payment.
Q8. What is the salary for OSSC CGLRE Specialist-2025 posts?
Group-B posts (Food Safety Officer, Senior Economic Investigator, Librarian, etc.) offer Pay Matrix Level-9, Cell-1 of ORSP 2017, while Group-C posts offer Level-4 to Level-8, Cell-1 depending on the position.
Q9. Is Odia language knowledge mandatory for OSSC CGLRE Specialist-2025 Recruitment 2026?
Yes, candidates must be able to read, write, and speak Odia fluently and must have passed Middle School with Odia as subject, or Matriculation with Odia as medium, or Class-VII exam with Odia as subject, or ME standard Odia test conducted by School and Mass Education Department.
Q10. How to apply for OSSC CGLRE Specialist-2025 Recruitment 2026?
Candidates must apply online only through the official OSSC website ossc.gov.in from 09 June 2026 to 11 July 2026 by completing registration, uploading required documents including educational certificates, paying the examination fee, and submitting the application form.
What is OSSC CGLRE Specialist-2025 Recruitment 2026?
OSSC CGLRE Specialist-2025 Recruitment 2026 is the Combined Graduate Level Recruitment Examination by Odisha Staff Selection Commission under Advertisement No. IIE-46/2025/5919/OSSC to fill 199 Group-B and Group-C specialist posts across various Government Departments of Odisha.
How many vacancies are available in OSSC CGLRE Specialist-2025 Recruitment 2026?
A total of 199 vacancies are available across 16 posts including Food Safety Officer (84), Librarian in DIETs/BIETs (30), Assistant Embankment Inspector (23), Laboratory Assistant (20), Senior Economic Investigator (16), and other specialist positions, with 52 seats reserved for women.
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.
What is the eligibility for OSSC CGLRE Specialist-2025 Recruitment 2026?
Eligibility varies by post: candidates must have a Bachelor's or Master's degree in relevant disciplines (Food Technology, Economics, Science, Commerce, Library Science, Fine Arts, Computer Science, etc.) from AICTE/UGC-recognized institutions and must be able to read, write, and speak Odia fluently.
What is the age limit for OSSC CGLRE Specialist-2025 Recruitment 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.
What is the selection process for OSSC CGLRE Specialist-2025 Recruitment 2026?
The selection process includes Stage-I Preliminary Examination (150 marks, 150 questions), Stage-II Main Written Examination Technical Paper (200 marks, 100 questions) plus Computer Skill Test (qualifying), and Stage-III Certificate Verification, with negative marking at all stages.
Is there any application fee for OSSC CGLRE Specialist-2025 Recruitment 2026?
Yes, examination fee is ₹500 for General/OBC/EWS candidates (refundable to those who appear in Preliminary Examination) payable through Odisha Treasury portal, while SC/ST/PwD candidates are exempted from fee payment.
What is the salary for OSSC CGLRE Specialist-2025 posts?
Group-B posts (Food Safety Officer, Senior Economic Investigator, Librarian, etc.) offer Pay Matrix Level-9, Cell-1 of ORSP 2017, while Group-C posts offer Level-4 to Level-8, Cell-1 depending on the position.
Is Odia language knowledge mandatory for OSSC CGLRE Specialist-2025 Recruitment 2026?
Yes, candidates must be able to read, write, and speak Odia fluently and must have passed Middle School with Odia as subject, or Matriculation with Odia as medium, or Class-VII exam with Odia as subject, or ME standard Odia test conducted by School and Mass Education Department.
How to apply for OSSC CGLRE Specialist-2025 Recruitment 2026?
Candidates must apply online only through the official OSSC website ossc.gov.in from 09 June 2026 to 11 July 2026 by completing registration, uploading required documents including educational certificates, paying the examination fee, and submitting the application form.