OSSC Gram Panchayat Development Officer (GPDO) Recruitment 2025 Notification Out: Apply Online for 58 Vacancies from December 19

OSSC Gram Panchayat Development Officer (GPDO) Recruitment 2025: The Odisha Staff Selection Commission (OSSC) has released the CGLRE 2025 notification for various Group-B and Group-C posts. Among them, 58 vacancies are announced for the post of Gram Panchayat Development Officer (GPDO) under the Panchayati Raj & Drinking Water Department. Eligible candidates can apply online from 19th December 2025 to 21st January 2026 at www.ossc.gov.in. Read on to know the eligibility criteria, selection process, exam pattern, and other important details. 

OSSC Gram Panchayat Development Officer (GPDO) Recruitment 2025 

The Gram Panchayat Development Officer (GPDO) post under OSSSC CGLRE 2025 is a prestigious Group-B position offering an excellent opportunity for graduates to work in the Panchayati Raj & Drinking Water Department of the Odisha Government. This recruitment drive aims to fill 58 GPDO vacancies across the state. Interested and eligible applicants can submit their applications from 19th December 2025 to 21st January 2026 on the official OSSC website, ossc.gov.in. 

The OSSC Gram Panchayat Development Officer (GPDO) 2025 selection process consists of a Preliminary Examination, Main Written Examination, and Certificate Verification. Selected candidates will receive a salary under Pay Matrix Level-9 (₹35,400 – ₹1,12,400) along with admissible allowances as per Odisha Government norms. 

OSSC Gram Panchayat Development Officer (GPDO) Recruitment 2025 - Overview

*Organization: Panchayati Raj & Drinking Water Department of Odisha 

*Recruitment Authority: Odisha Staff Selection Commission (OSSC) 

*Post Name: Gram Panchayat Development Officer (GPDO) 

*Exam Name: Combined Graduate Level (CGL) 2025 

*Vacancies: 58 

*Category: OSSC Jobs 

*Application Mode: Online 

*Online Application Dates: 19th December 2025 to 21st January 2026 

*Selection Process: Preliminary Exam, Mains Exam, Document Verification 

*Official Website: www.ossc.gov.in 

OSSC Gram Panchayat Development Officer (GPDO) Vacancy 2025 

A total of 58 vacancies have been announced for the Gram Panchayat Development Officer (GPDO) post under OSSC CGLRE 2025. The category-wise vacancy distribution is as follows:

• UR: 21 (W-7) 

• SEBC: 12 (W-4) 

• SC: 12 (W-4) 

• ST: 13 (W-5) 

OSSC GPDO Eligibility Criteria 2025

To be eligible for the OSSC Gram Panchayat Development Officer (GPDO) post, candidates must have a Bachelor’s Degree from a recognized university in any discipline and basic computer knowledge. The age limit is 21 to 42 years, with relaxations for SC, ST, SEBC, women, and other reserved categories as per government norms. 

Educational Qualification

• Candidates must hold a Bachelor’s Degree in any discipline from a recognized university. 

• Must possess basic computer skills, including knowledge of Internet, Email, Word Processing, Data Analysis, and Presentation. 

• Must be able to read, write, and speak Odia fluently. 

• Must have passed Odia as a subject in HSC or equivalent examination. 

Age Limit (as on 01.01.2025)

• Minimum Age: 21 years

• Maximum Age: 42 years

• Candidates not eligible for age relaxation must have been born between 2nd January 1983 and 1st January 2004.

Age Relaxation:

• SEBC/SC/ST/Women: 5 years

• PwD: 10 years 

How to Apply for OSSC GPDO Recruitment 2025? 

The online application process for the OSSC Gram Panchayat Development Officer (GPDO) Recruitment 2025 will remain active from 19th December 2025 to 21st January 2026. Candidates are required to apply only through the official OSSC website — www.ossc.gov.in. Applications submitted through any other mode will not be accepted. 

Follow the steps below to complete your online application: 

Step 1: Visit the official website – www.ossc.gov.in 

Step 2: Click on “Apply Online” under the OSSC CGLRE 2025 section. 

Step 3: Register as a New User to generate your User ID and Password. 

Step 4: Log in using your credentials and fill out the application form carefully. 

Step 5: Upload your recent passport-size photograph, signature, and other required documents. 

Step 6: Pay the application fee (if applicable) through the available online payment options. 

Step 7: Review the details entered, then submit the form and download the confirmation page for future reference. 

Application Fee 

• General / SEBC / Others: ₹500/-

• SC / ST / PwD: Exempted 

• The fee will be refunded to candidates who appear in the exam. 

OSSC Gram Panchayat Development Officer (GPDO) Selection Process 2025 

The OSSC Gram Panchayat Development Officer (GPDO) 2025 selection process consists of three stages: Preliminary Exam, Mains Exam, and Certificate Verification. Candidates must first qualify for the Preliminary Exam, followed by the Main Written Exam. Finally, shortlisted candidates must undergo Document Verification to confirm their eligibility. 

Stages of Selection

• Preliminary Examination 

• Main Written Examination 

• Document Verification

OSSC GPDO Exam Pattern 2025

The Preliminary Exam is a qualifying stage conducted for 150 marks to shortlist candidates for the Mains Exam. The Main Written Exam carries 200 marks and assesses candidates' knowledge and skills relevant to the post. Candidates can find the detailed structure, marking scheme, and duration below. 

1. Preliminary Examination

• Mode: Computer-Based Test (CBT)

• Total Marks: 150

• Duration: 150 minutes

• Question Type: Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)

• Negative Marking: 0.25 marks deducted for each incorrect answer

• Standard of Questions: 10th standard level

Subjects/Sections

• Arithmetic

• Data Interpretation

• Logical Reasoning and Analytical Ability

• General Mental Ability

• Current Events of National and International Importance

• Computer/Internet Awareness

2. Main Written Examination

Candidates who qualify the Preliminary Exam proceed to the Mains Examination, which consists of two papers: 

Paper I: Language (Odia and English) 

• Marks: 100

• Duration: 2.5 hours

• Question Type: Combination of Multiple Choice and Short Answer Questions 

Paper II: General Studies

• Marks: 100

• Duration: 2.5 hours

• Question Type: Combination of Multiple Choice and Short Answer Questions 

3. Certificate Verification: 

Candidates who successfully clear the Main Written Examination and the Computer Skill Test will be called for Certificate Verification. During this stage, candidates must present original documents to verify their eligibility, including educational certificates, caste certificates (if applicable), and identity proof. 

OSSC Gram Panchayat Development Officer (GPDO) Salary 2025

Candidates selected as Gram Panchayat Development Officer (GPDO) through OSSC CGL 2025 will receive a salary in the Level 9 Pay Matrix as per OSRP Rules 2017. The pay scale ranges from ₹35,400 to ₹1,12,400 per month, along with benefits such as Dearness Allowance (DA), House Rent Allowance (HRA), Medical Allowance, and Job Security, provided by the Government of Odisha. 

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