The Odisha Sub-Ordinate Staff Selection Commission has officially released the much-awaited OSSSC Recruitment 2025-26 notification on 24 December 2025. This latest recruitment drive is being conducted through the Combined Recruitment Examination (CRE) 2025 and CRE-2025 (II) for filling multiple Group-C posts under various departments of the Government of Odisha. Candidates aspiring for posts such as Revenue Inspector (RI), Assistant Revenue Inspector (ARI), Amin, ICDS Supervisor, Village Agricultural Worker (VAW), Junior Assistant (JA), Statistical Field Surveyor (SFS), Forester, Forest Guard and Excise Constable can now check complete details on the official website osssc.gov.in.
As per the official announcement, online registration for OSSSC CRE 2025 will commence from 29 December 2025, while applications for CRE-2025 (II) will begin from 30 December 2025. The commission has confirmed that detailed vacancy information will be released within the next 1–2 days along with the post-wise notification PDFs. Interested candidates are advised to carefully review eligibility criteria, important dates and application instructions before applying online.
OSSSC Recruitment 2025-26 Notification Overview
The OSSSC has issued two separate notifications under the Combined Recruitment Examination 2025 to streamline the recruitment process for multiple departments. These notifications cover both revenue-related and forest & excise-related posts, ensuring wide opportunities for eligible candidates across Odisha.
The first notification, issued under Notification No. IIE-120/2025-3198/OSSSC, is for posts such as Revenue Inspector (RI), Assistant Revenue Inspector (ARI), ICDS Supervisor, Village Agricultural Worker (VAW), Junior Assistant (JA), Amin and Statistical Field Surveyor (SFS). Online registration for these posts will be open from 29 December 2025 to 21 January 2026, and the last date to submit the completed application form is 29 January 2026.
The second notification, released under Advt. No. IIE-121/2025-3206/OSSSC, includes Forester, Forest Guard and Excise Constable posts under the Forest, Environment & Climate Change Department and the Excise Department. Registration for these posts will be active from 30 December 2025 to 22 January 2026, with application submission closing on 30 January 2026.
OSSSC Recruitment 2025-26: Key Highlights
Below is a quick overview of the important details related to the OSSSC Combined Recruitment Examination 2025-26.
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Recruitment Authority | Odisha Sub-Ordinate Staff Selection Commission |
| Exam Name | Combined Recruitment Examination (CRE) 2025 |
| Notification Numbers | IIE-120/2025-3198 & IIE-121/2025-3206 |
| Posts Included | RI, ARI, Amin, JA, VAW, ICDS Supervisor, SFS, Forester, Forest Guard |
| Mode of Application | Online |
| Registration Start Date | 29 Dec 2025 (RI/ARI/AMIN), 30 Dec 2025 (Forester/Forest Guard) |
| Registration End Date | 21 Jan 2026 / 22 Jan 2026 |
| Official Website | www.osssc.gov.in |
OSSSC Recruitment 2025-26 Application Dates & Schedule
Candidates must adhere strictly to the registration and application timelines to avoid last-minute issues.
RI, ARI, AMIN & Other CRE 2025 Posts
| Event | Start Date | End Date |
|---|---|---|
| Online Registration | 29.12.2025 | 21.01.2026 |
| Application Submission | 29.12.2025 | 29.01.2026 |
Forester, Forest Guard & Excise Constable (CRE-2025 II)
| Event | Start Date | End Date |
|---|---|---|
| Online Registration | 30.12.2025 | 22.01.2026 |
| Application Submission | 30.12.2025 | 30.01.2026 |
How to Apply for OSSSC Recruitment 2026
Candidates must apply online only through the official OSSSC portal. Applications submitted through any other mode will not be accepted.
Step-by-step application process:
- Visit the official website at www.osssc.gov.in
- Click on the relevant OSSSC Recruitment 2026 apply online link
- Download and read the detailed notification carefully
- Complete the registration process using valid personal details
- Log in using the generated credentials
- Fill in personal, educational and category information accurately
- Upload required documents in the prescribed format
- Submit the application form after final review
- Download and print the confirmation page for future reference
OSSSC Recruitment 2026 Vacancy Details
The OSSSC Vacancy 2026 details for RI, ARI, AMIN, Forester and Forest Guard posts have not yet been officially announced. The commission has confirmed that the post-wise and category-wise vacancy breakup will be released within 2–3 days on the official website. Candidates are advised to regularly check osssc.gov.in for updates.
OSSSC Recruitment 2026 Eligibility Criteria
Eligibility criteria vary depending on the post. Candidates must ensure they meet all requirements before applying.
Age Limit
| Minimum Age | Maximum Age |
|---|---|
| 21 Years | 32 Years |
Age relaxation is applicable for SC, ST, SEBC, women and PwD candidates as per Odisha Government rules.
Educational Qualification
Candidates must have passed 10+2 (Higher Secondary) from a recognised board such as CHSE Odisha, CBSE or ICSE. A Diploma in Engineering is also acceptable for certain posts. Proficiency in reading and writing Odia language is mandatory.
OSSSC Recruitment 2026 Selection Process
The selection process consists of multiple stages depending on the post applied for:
- Preliminary Examination
- Mains/Written Examination
- Skill Test / Computer Test / Physical Test (post-specific)
- Document Verification
- Final Merit List
OSSSC Exam Pattern 2026 (Prelims)
The preliminary examination will be an objective-type test of 100 marks with a duration of 90 minutes.
| Subject | Questions | Marks |
|---|---|---|
| Mathematics | 20 | 20 |
| General Studies | 20 | 20 |
| English | 20 | 20 |
| Odia | 20 | 20 |
| Logical Reasoning | 20 | 20 |
| Total | 100 | 100 |
OSSSC Recruitment 2025-26 FAQs
The recruitment includes RI, ARI, Amin, ICDS Supervisor, VAW, JA, SFS, Forester, Forest Guard and Excise Constable posts.
The official notification was released on 24 December 2025.
No, the OSSSC has confirmed that no application fee is required for any category.
Applications are accepted only through online mode via osssc.gov.in.
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