OSSC Junior Engineer Recruitment 2026: Total 606 Posts, Apply Online Starts from May 30

OSSC Junior Engineer Recruitment 2026: The Odisha Staff Selection Commission (OSSC) has released the notification for Junior Engineer Recruitment 2026 to fill 606 vacancies in various State Government departments. The examination will be conducted for the post of Junior Engineer (Civil) in organizations such as WR, PRDW, and H&UD. The positions are Group 'B' Non-Gazetted, offering a great opportunity for engineering diploma holders.  

OSSC Junior Engineer Recruitment 2026 

The Odisha Staff Selection Commission (OSSC) has officially released the Combined Technical Services Examination (CTSRE-2026) notification on May 19, 2026 inviting online applications from eligible candidates for 606 vacancies in various engineering departments under the Government of Odisha. Out of the total vacancies, 450 posts are available under the Panchayati Raj & Drinking Water Department, 24 posts under Water Resources Department, and 132 posts under Municipal Administration. 

The application process for OSSC JE Recruitment 2026 will starts on May 30, 2026. The deadline to apply is July 02, 2026. If you are an engineering diploma or degree holder looking to secure a prestigious government job, this is a golden opportunity you shouldn’t miss.  

OSSC JE Notification 2026 

The Odisha Staff Selection Commission (OSSC) has released the detailed notification for Junior Engineer (JE) posts under CTSRE-2025 through Advertisement No. IIE-92/2025-5925/OSSC dated 30.12.2025. The OSSC CTSRE 2026 notification contains complete details regarding category-wise vacancies, eligibility criteria, educational qualification, age limit, salary structure, selection process, syllabus, exam pattern, application fee, important dates, and online application procedure. Candidates interested in OSSC JE Recruitment 2026 can download the official detailed notification PDF from the OSSC official website. 

OSSC JE Recruitment 2026 Overview 

*Recruitment Authority: Odisha Staff Selection Commission (OSSC)

*Exam Name: Combined Technical Services Recruitment Examination (CTSRE-2025) 

*Post Name: Junior Engineer (Civil) 

*Total Vacancies: 606 

*Category: OSSC Jobs 

*Job Type: Group 'B' Non-Gazetted 

*Salary: Level-9, Cell-1 of ORSP, 2017 (Rs.35,400 - Rs.1,12,400) 

*Application Mode: Online 

*Application Dates: 30th May 2026 to 02nd July 2026 

*Official Website: https://www.ossc.gov.in 

OSSC Junior Engineer Vacancy 2026 

Through Odisha Staff Selection Commission CTSRE 2026, a total of 606 Junior Engineer (Civil) vacancies have been announced in different Odisha Government departments. The department wise vacancy distribution is given below:

• Water Resources Department – 24 Posts (Women: 08) 

• Panchayati Raj & Drinking Water Department – 450 Posts (Women: 150)

• Municipal Administration, H&UD Department – 132 Posts (Women: 44) 

OSSC Junior Engineer Eligibility Criteria 2026 

Candidates interested in OSSC CTSRE JE Recruitment 2026 must possess a Diploma in Civil Engineering or an equivalent qualification from a recognized institution and should be computer literate. The age of applicants should be between 21 and 42 years as on 01.01.2025, with age relaxation of 5 years for SC, ST, SEBC, and Women candidates and 10 years for PwD candidates as per government rules. 

OSSC Junior Engineer (JE) Salary 2026 

Selected candidates for Junior Engineer (Civil) posts under OSSC CTSRE 2026 will be appointed at Pay Matrix Level-9, Cell-1 of ORSP, 2017, with a monthly salary ranging from ₹35,400 to ₹1,12,400, along with dearness allowance, house rent allowance, and other government benefits.  

OSSC JE Selection Process 2026 

The OSSC Junior Engineer (Civil) selection process 2026 consists of three stages: Stage I – Preliminary Examination, Stage II – Main Written Examination (Technical Paper), and Stage III – Certificate Verification. Candidates must qualify in each stage to progress to the next, and only those who successfully clear all stages will be considered for final appointment. 

OSSC JE Exam Pattern 2026 

Stage I: Preliminary Examination

• Type: Objective (MCQ-based, OMR/CBRE) 

• Total Marks: 150 

• Duration: 150 minutes  

• Negative Marking: 0.25 marks per wrong answer 

Subjects:

• Arithmetic (10th standard level) 

• Data Interpretation (Chart, Graph, Table, Data Sufficiency) 

• Logical Reasoning & Analytical Ability 

• General Mental Ability 

• Current Events (National & International) 

• Computer/Internet Awareness 

Stage II: Main Written Examination

• Paper: Technical (Civil Engineering) 

• Total Marks: 200 

• Duration: 3 hours (180 minutes) 

Stage III: Certificate Verification

• Candidates up to 1.5 times the number of vacancies (post-wise and category-wise) will be called based on Main Written Exam marks. 

• Absence during certificate verification will result in cancellation of candidature. 

• No request for rescheduling verification dates will be entertained. 

OSSC JE Online Application Process 2026

The online registration and application process for Odisha Staff Selection Commission CTSRE Recruitment 2026 will commence from 30 May 2026 through the official OSSC website. Candidates can complete the registration and fee payment process till 29 June 2026, while the last date for submission of online application form is 02 July 2026. 

How to Apply Online:

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

Step 2: Click on the “Apply Online” link for CTSRE-2025. 

Step 3: Complete the registration with a valid email ID and mobile number. 

Step 4: Fill in personal, educational, and category details carefully. 

Step 5: Upload scanned copies of required documents, photo, and signature. 

Step 6: Pay the application fee (if applicable). 

Step 7: Submit the application and download the confirmation page for future use. 

OSSC JE Application Fee 2026 

The application fee for OSSC CTSRE Recruitment 2026 is ₹500 for UR and SEBC candidates, which is refundable after attending the written examination. Candidates belonging to SC, ST, PwD, and Ex-Servicemen (ESM) categories are exempted from the application fee. The exact payment process and instructions will be provided in the detailed advertisement. 

Important Links:

• Short Notification: Click Here

• Detailed Notification PDF: Click Here

• Apply Online Link: Click Here 

• Official Website: Click Here