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OSSC Food Safety Officer Recruitment 2026
The Odisha Staff Selection Commission (OSSC) has officially released the OSSC Food Safety Officer Recruitment 2026 notification under the Combined Graduate Level Recruitment Examination (CGLRE-2025) for Specialist Posts/Services. Through this recruitment drive, OSSC will recruit 84 Food Safety Officer (Group B) posts under the Commissioner of Food Safety, Government of Odisha. The online application process will start from 09 June 2026 through the official OSSC website, while the last date for submission of online application form is 11th July 2026. However, candidates can complete their online registration only till 08th July 2026 as per the official schedule.
Also Read: OSSC CTSRE Online Form 2026
The selection process for the Food Safety Officer posts will consist of Preliminary Examination, Main Written Examination, and Certificate Verification. Candidates selected for these posts will receive salary under Pay Level 9, Cell 1 of the ORSP Rules 2017 along with DA, HRA, medical benefits, and other allowances as per Odisha Government rules.
OSSC Food Safety Officer Notification 2026 PDF
The detailed notification for OSSC Food Safety Officer Recruitment 2026 was officially released on 20th May 2026 by the OSSC on its official website, https://www.ossc.gov.in/. The notification contains complete details regarding eligibility criteria, age limit, educational qualification, category wise vacancies, selection process, exam pattern, syllabus, salary structure, application fee, and online application schedule for the Food Safety Officer post. Candidates can download the official OSSC Food Safety Officer Recruitment 2026 Notification PDF from the link given below.
OSSC Food Safety Officer Recruitment 2026 Overview
*Organization Name: Odisha Staff Selection Commission (OSSC)
*Exam Name: Combined Graduate Level Recruitment Examination for Group-B & Group-C Specialist Posts/Services (CGLRE Specialist-2025)
*Post Name: Food Safety Officer
*Total Vacancies: 84 Posts
*Department: Commissioner of Food Safety, Odisha
*Category: OSSC Jobs
*Application Mode: Online
*Application Dates: 6th June 2026 to 11th July 2026
*Selection Process: Prelims, Mains, Computer Skill Test & DV
*Pay Scale: Level-9 of ORSP Rules, 2017
*Official Website: https://www.osssc.gov.in
OSSC Food Safety Officer Recruitment 2026 - Important Dates
- Short Notification Released Date: 30th December 2025
- Detailed Notification Released Date: 20th May 2026
- Starting Date for Online Registration: 09th June 2026
- Last Date for Online Registration: 08th July 2026
- Starting Date for Submission of Online Application Form: 09 June 2026
- Last Date for Submission of Online Application Form: 11th July 2026
- Starting Date for Editing of Online Application Form: 09th June 2026
- Last Date for Editing of Online Application Form: 14th July 2026
OSSC Food Safety Officer Vacancy 2026
A total of 84 vacancies (including 17 vacancies reserved for women candidates) have been announced for the post of Food Safety Officer (Group B) under the Commissioner of Food Safety, Odisha, Bhubaneswar under the Health & Family Welfare Department through the OSSC CGL Specialist Recruitment 2026. The category wise vacancy details including women reservation are given below:
- UR Category: 36 Posts (Women – 10)
- SEBC Category: 13 Posts (Women – 01)
- SC Category: 16 Posts (Women – 02)
- ST Category: 19 Posts (Women – 04)
- Total Vacancies: 84 Posts (Women – 17)
OSSC Food Safety Officer Eligibility Criteria 2026
Educational Qualification:
Candidates applying for the Food Safety Officer post must have any one of the following qualifications from a recognized University or Institution:
- Degree in Food Technology, Dairy Technology, Biotechnology, Oil Technology, Agricultural Science, Veterinary Science, Bio Chemistry, Microbiology, Chemistry, or Medicine.
- Bachelor Degree in Medicine and Surgery or equivalent qualification recognized by the Medical Council of India.
- Master Degree in Chemistry or Degree in Medicine.
- Degree or Master Degree in Food Engineering, Food Processing and Preservation, Food Process Engineering, Food Technology and Management, Food Biotechnology, Food Safety and Quality Assurance, Agricultural Engineering, Food Science, Nutrition and Dietetics, Horticulture, etc.
- Candidates must have adequate knowledge in Computer Application.
Age Limit (As on 01/01/2025)
- Minimum Age: 21 years
- Maximum Age: 42 Years
Age Relaxation:
- SC/ST/SEBC/Women: 05 Years
- PwD Candidates: 10 Years
- Ex Servicemen: As per Government Rules
OSSC Food Safety Officer Selection Process 2026
The selection process for OSSC Food Safety Officer Recruitment 2026 will be conducted in four stages including Preliminary Examination, Main Written Examination, Computer Skill Test, and Certificate Verification. Candidates must qualify each stage to be considered for final selection.
Stage 1 – Preliminary Examination: The preliminary examination will be qualifying in nature. Candidates who qualify in this stage will be shortlisted for the mains examination.Stage 2 – Main Written Examination: Candidates shortlisted from the preliminary examination will appear for the main written examination. The final merit list will be prepared mainly on the basis of marks secured in the mains exam.
Stage 3 – Computer Skill Test: Candidates qualifying in the mains examination will have to appear for a Computer Skill Test to assess their basic computer knowledge and practical skills.
Stage 4 – Certificate Verification: Shortlisted candidates will be called for certificate and document verification before final appointment.
OSSC Food Safety Officer Exam Pattern 2026
The preliminary examination will consist of one objective type paper conducted in CBRE/OMR mode.
- Mode of Examination: CBRE/OMR Mode
- Total Marks: 150 Marks
- Total Questions: 150 Questions
- Duration: 2 Hours 30 Minutes
- Question Type: Objective Type MCQs
- Negative Marking: 0.25 Mark for each wrong answer
Candidates numbering at least five times the total vacancies category wise and post wise will be shortlisted for the Main Written Examination based on marks secured in the Preliminary Examination.
Stage II Main Written Examination
The main written examination will consist of one Technical Paper conducted in objective type format.
- Paper Type: Technical Paper
- Mode of Examination: CBRE/OMR Mode
- Total Marks: 200 Marks
- Total Questions: 100 Questions
- Duration: 2 Hours 30 Minutes
- Question Type: Objective Type MCQs
- Negative Marking: 0.5 Mark for each wrong answer
The syllabus for the technical paper will be based on the respective subject and post as mentioned in the official notification.
Computer Skill Test
Candidates applying for certain posts mentioned in the official notification are exempted from the Computer Skill Test. However, candidates applying for the remaining posts including Food Safety Officer are required to qualify the Computer Skill Test.
- Qualifying Marks: 50% Marks
- Nature of Test: Qualifying Only
Stage III Certificate Verification
Candidates shortlisted after the Main Written Examination and Computer Skill Test will be called for Certificate Verification. Final selection will be made after successful verification of original documents and eligibility criteria.
OSSC Food Safety Officer Salary 2026
Selected candidates for the Food Safety Officer post through OSSC CGLRE 2025 will be appointed in the Group-B cadre under Pay Level-9 of ORSP Rules, 2017, with a salary ranging from ₹35,400 to ₹1,12,400 per month, along with Dearness Allowance (DA), House Rent Allowance (HRA), and other benefits as per Odisha Government service rules.
Odisha Food Safety Officer Job Role
The Food Safety Officer plays a crucial role in maintaining food quality and ensuring public health. Their responsibilities include:
- Conducting inspections of food production and processing units.
- Monitoring compliance with FSSAI and state food safety regulations.
- Collecting and testing food samples.
- Taking legal actions against violations of food standards.
- Promoting hygiene and safety awareness among food business operators.
How to Apply for OSSC Food Safety Officer Recruitment 2026?
Candidates who fulfill the eligibility criteria can apply online for OSSC Food Safety Officer Recruitment 2026 through the official OSSC website, www.ossc.gov.in. The online registration process will start from 09 June 2026 and candidates can complete the registration process till 08 July 2026. However, the last date for submission of online application form is 11 July 2026. Applicants are advised to complete the application process before the last date to avoid technical issues.
Application Steps:
Step 1: Visit the official website https://www.ossc.gov.in
Step 2: Click on the “Apply Online” or “Candidate’s Login” link.
Step 3: Complete the One-Time Registration (OTR) if not done earlier.
Step 4: Log in using your credentials and select the Food Safety Officer post.
Step 5: Fill out the online application form with accurate details.
Step 6: Upload required documents, photograph, and signature.
Step 7: Submit the application form and take a printout for future use.
Documents Required
Candidates must keep scanned copies of the following documents ready while applying online:
- HSC / 10th Certificate (proof of date of birth)
- Educational Certificates and Mark Sheets
- Caste Certificate (if applicable)
- PwD Certificate (if applicable)
- Computer Application Certificate
- Passport Size Photograph and Signature
- Resident Certificate
Important Links:
- Short Notification PDF: Click Here
- Detailed Notification PDF: Click Here
- Apply Online Link: Click Here
- Official Website: Click Here
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