The OSSSC CRE 2025-26 Recruitment aims to fill 3,250 Group-B and Group-C vacancies including RI, ARI, Amin, ICDS Supervisor, VAW, SFS, and JA. In a recent update, OSSSC has extended the online registration and application dates, providing candidates another opportunity to apply. Now, aspirants can register till 6th March 2026 and submit applications till 8th March 2026 on the official OSSSC website, osssc.gov.in. Candidates are advised to make use of this extended window and complete their applications on time.
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OSSSC CRE 2025-26 Recruitment
The OSSSC CRE 2025-26 recruitment has been announced by Odisha Sub-ordinate Staff Selection Commission (OSSSC) to fill 3,250 Group-B and Group-C posts across various government departments in Odisha. The recruitment drive includes positions such as Revenue Inspector (RI), Assistant Revenue Inspector (ARI), Amin, ICDS Supervisor, Village Agriculture Worker (VAW), Statistical Field Surveyor (SFS), and Junior Assistant (JA). The selection process will consist of a Written Test (Objective Type), followed by a Practical Skill Test in Basic Computer Skills and Document Verification.
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OSSSC CRE 2025-26 Notification
The detailed OSSSC CRE 2025-26 Notification, published on 30th December 2025, provides complete information regarding post-wise vacancies, eligibility criteria, age limit, pay scale, selection process, and application procedure. As per the latest corrigendum notice issued by OSSSC, the online registration and application process has been further extended, giving candidates additional time to apply. Now, applicants can register till 6th March 2026 and the last date to submit the online application form is 8th March 2026.
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OSSSC CRE Recruitment 2025-26 : Key Highlights
*Recruitment Organisation: Odisha Sub-ordinate Staff Selection Commission (OSSSC)
*Exam Name: Combined Recruitment Examination (CRE) - 2025
*Posts Name: RI, ARI, Amin, ICDS Supervisor, VAW, JA and SFS
*Posts Category: Group B & C
*Vacancies: 3,250
*Category: OSSSC Jobs
*Application Mode: Online
*Application Dates: 07th January 2025 to 8th March 2026 (Extended)
*Selection Process: Written Exam, Practical Skill Test & Certificate Verification
*Official Website: www.osssc.gov.in
OSSSC CRE 2025-26 Notification: Important Dates
- Indicative Notification Released: 24th December 2025
- Detailed Notification Released: 30th December 2025
- Online Registration Start Date: 7th January 2026
- Last Date for Registration/Re-registration: 6th March 2026 (Re-extended)
- Online Application Start Date: 7th January 2026
- Last Date to Submit the Application Form: 8th March 2026 (Re-extended)
- Prelims Exam Date: To be announced
- Mains Exam Date: To be announced
How to Apply for OSSSC CRE Recruitment 2025?
The Odisha Sub-ordinate Staff Selection Commission (OSSSC) online application process for the Combined Recruitment Examination (CRE) 2025–26 is currently active at www.osssc.gov.in. As per the latest OSSSC corrigendum notice, the application dates have been re-extended to provide candidates additional time to complete their submissions. Applicants can now register till 6th March 2026 and submit their online application forms till 8th March 2026. The OSSSC CRE 2025–26 application process is entirely online, and no other mode of submission will be accepted.
Steps for Apply:
Step 1: Visit the official website of Odisha Sub-ordinate Staff Selection Commission (OSSSC) at https://www.osssc.gov.in/.
Step 2: Scroll down the homepage and click on "Online Application of Combined Recruitment Examination (CRE)-2025.
Step 3: To apply for this recruitment, there will be two stages: Registration and an application form.
Step 4: Candidates need to register themselves by providing a valid email id and mobile number.
Step 5: After registration, tap on Apply Online and log in by entering your Username/email ID and password generated at the time of Registration.
Step 6: Fill in the required information in the application form, such as personal details, educational qualifications.
Step 7: Upload documents (Photograph, Signature, Thumb Impression) in the prescribe format.
Step 8: Cross-verify all the information provided by you and click on submit.
Step 9: Pay the requisite fee as per your category.
Step 10: Download and take a printout of the OSSS CRE Application Form 2025-26 for future reference.
Application Fee for OSSSC CRE 2025-26
While completing the application form for the Combined Recruitment Examination-2025, candidates have to pay an application fee. The candidates have to pay an application fee of Rs. 500/- (other than SCBC, SC, ST and PwD categories). The examination fee paid shall be refunded to the candidates who actually appear the recruitment examination.
- UR/SEBC: Rs. 500/-
- Others: No fee
OSSSC CRE Recruitment 2025-26 Vacancy
The Odisha Sub-ordinate Staff Selection Commission (OSSSC) has announced 3,250 vacancies under the Combined Recruitment Examination (CRE) 2025–26 for various Group-B and Group-C posts in different state government departments. The recruitment includes roles such as Revenue Inspector (RI), ICDS Supervisor, Village Agricultural Worker (VAW), Junior Assistant (JA), Assistant Revenue Inspector (ARI), Amin, and Statistical Field Surveyor (SFS). Candidates can check the post-wise vacancy details below.
- Revenue Inspector (RI) - 165 posts
- ICDS Supervisor - 286 posts
- Village Agricultural Worker (VAW) - 520 posts
- Junior Assistant (JA) - 1,237
- Assistant Revenue Inspector (ARI) - 422 posts
- Amin - 378 posts
- Statistical Field Surveyor (SFS) - 242 posts
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OSSSC CRE 2025-26 Recruitment Salary Details
- Revenue Inspector (RI) (Group B) - Rs 35,400 - Rs. 1,12,400 (Level 9)
- ICDS Supervisor (Group B) - Rs 35,400 - Rs. 1,12,400 (Level 9)
- Junior Assistant: (Group C) - Rs 19,900 - Rs. 63,200 (Level 4)
- Village Agriculture Worker (VAW): (Group C) - Rs 21,700 - Rs. 69,100 (Level 5)
- Assistant Revenue Inspector (ARI): (Group C) - Rs 19,900 - Rs. 63,200 (Level 4)
- Amin: (Group C) - Rs 18,000 - Rs. 56,100 (Level 3)
- Statistical Field Surveyor (SFS): (Group C) - Rs 18,000 - Rs. 56,100 (Level 3)
Eligibility Criteria for OSSSC CRE 2025-26 Recruitment
The eligibility criteria for OSSSC CRE 2026 define the essential educational qualifications and age requirements that candidates must meet to apply. Understanding these conditions is crucial to ensure the successful submission of the application.
Educational Qualification:
- Revenue Inspector (RI): Candidates must passed Graduation (+3) in any discipline/equivalent with computer knowledge.
- ICDS Supervisor: Candidates must have a Graduation Degree (+3) in any discipline/equivalent examination.
- Junior Assistant: Candidates must have a Graduation Degree (+3) in any discipline/equivalent with computer knowledge.
- Village Agriculture Worker (VAW): Candidates must passed +2 Science or +2 Vocational (Agriculture/Horticulture/Power Driven Farm Machinery). Diploma in Agriculture Polytechnic under OUAT is desirable (candidates get 5% extra marks in written test).
- Assistant Revenue Inspector (ARI): Candidates must passed 10+2 in any discipline/equivalent with computer knowledge.
- Amin: Engineering Diploma under State Council/AICTE with computer knowledge.
- Statistical Field Surveyor (SFS): Candidates must passed 10+2 in any discipline/equivalent with computer knowledge.
Age Limits: As on 01/01/2026
- Revenue Inspector (RI): 20 to 42
- ICDS Supervisor: 21 to 42
- Junior Assistant: 21 to 42
- Village Agriculture Worker (VAW): 21 to 42
- Assistant Revenue Inspector (ARI): 20 to 42
- Amin: 20 to 42
- Statistical Field Surveyor (SFS): 21 to 42
Age Relaxation:
- SEBC/SC/ST/Woman: 05 years
- PwD: 10 years
OSSSC CRE Selection Process 2026
The selection process for the OSSSC Combined Recruitment Examination (CRE) 2025–26 will be conducted in multiple stages to ensure fair assessment of candidates for various Group B and Group C posts. The recruitment process primarily includes a Written Examination, followed by a Practical Skill Test in Basic Computer Skills, and finally a Document Verification round for shortlisted candidates. Candidates must qualify each stage to be considered for final selection.
The selection process will include the following stages:
- Stage I: Written Test (Objective Type)
- Stage II: Practical Skill Test in Basic Computer Skills
- Stage III: Document Verification
OSSSC RI Amin Exam Pattern 2026
The Written Examination will be conducted in OMR or CBRE (Computer-Based Recruitment Examination) mode and will consist of Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs). The total marks allotted for the written test are 100 marks, and the duration will be 1 hour 30 minutes (90 minutes).
Stage I - Exam Pattern for Written Test:
- Total Questions: 100
- Total Marks: 100
- Midium of Questions: bilingual format (English and Odia) except for language papers.
- Level of Exam: High School (10th standard) level
- Exam Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes
- Question Type: Objective (MCQ)
- Negative Marking: 0.25 marks will be deducted for each wrong answer
Subject-wise Distribution of Marks:
- Mathematics – 20 Marks
- General Studies – 20 Marks
- English – 20 Marks
- Odia – 15 Marks
- Computer Knowledge – 15 Marks
- Logical Reasoning – 10 Marks
Stage II – Practical Skill Test in Basic Computer Skills
After the written examination, candidates who qualify will be shortlisted for the Practical Skill Test in Basic Computer Skills. This test will be of qualifying nature and will assess the candidate’s computer proficiency.
Exam Details:
- Maximum Marks: 50
- Duration: 1 hour
- Qualifying Marks: 40% for all categories
Stage III – Document Verification
Candidates shortlisted after the Practical Skill Test will be called for Document Verification. They must produce all original certificates, mark sheets, and other required documents to verify their eligibility, age, and category claims. Only candidates whose documents are found valid will be included in the final merit list.
Important Links:
- Indicative Notification PDF: Click Here
- Detailed Notification PDF: Click Here
- Apply Online Link: Click Here
- Official Website: Click Here
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