OSSC CGL Specialist Post Recruitment 2026: The Odisha Staff Selection Commission (OSSC) has officially released the OSSC CGL Specialist Recruitment 2026 notification for the recruitment of 192 Group B and Group C Specialist posts under various Departments and Heads of Departments (HoDs) of the Government of Odisha. Eligible and interested candidates can apply online for these posts through the official OSSC website from June 09, 2026 to July 11, 2026 .
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OSSC CGL Specialist Post Recruitment 2026
OSSC CGL Specialist Recruitment 2026 notification has been released by the Odisha Staff Selection Commission for recruitment to 192 Group B and Group C Specialist posts under various Departments and Heads of Departments (HoDs) of the Government of Odisha. The recruitment includes posts such as Food Safety Officer, Senior Economic Investigator, Librarian, Assistant Embankment Inspector, Market Intelligence Inspector, Laboratory Assistant, Computer Programmer, Graphic Designer, Statistical Assistant, and several other specialist posts.
The recruitment process will be conducted through prelims, mains, computer skill test, and certificate verification stages. Candidates selected through this recruitment will receive attractive salary packages as per ORSP Rules 2017 along with various Government allowances and benefits.
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OSSC CGL Specialist Notification 2026 PDF
The detailed OSSC CGL Specialist Notification 2026 PDF has been officially released by the Odisha Staff Selection Commission on 19rth May 2026 on its official website. The OSSC Combined Graduate Level (CGL) Recruitment Examination for Specialist Posts/Services 2026 notification contains complete details regarding post wise vacancies, educational qualification, age limit, salary structure, selection process, exam pattern, reservation details, and online application procedure. Interested Candidates are advised to carefully read the official notification before applying online through the OSSC official website.
OSSC CGL Specialist Recruitment 2026 - Overview
*Organization: Odisha Staff Selection Commission (OSSC)
*Exam Name: Combined Graduate Level Recruitment Examination (CGLRE) 2025
*Posts: Group-B and Group-C Specialist positions
*Total Vacancies: 192
*Category: OSSC Jobs
*Mode of Application: Online
*Application Dates: June 09, 2026 to July 11, 2026
*Selection Process: Prelims, Mains, Computer Skill Test & Certificate Verification
*Official Website: https://www.ossc.gov.in/
OSSC CGL Specialist Recruitment 2026 - Important dates
- Starting Date for Online Registration: 09th June 2026
- Last Date for Online Registration: 08th July 2026
- Starting Date for Submission of Online Application Form: 09th 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 CGL Specialist Vacancy 2026
The OSSC CGL Specialist Recruitment 2026 notification has been released for a total of 192 vacancies under different Departments and Heads of Departments of the Government of Odisha.
Group B Specialist Posts
- Senior Economic Investigator – 16 Posts under Planning & Convergence Department
- Food Safety Officer – 84 Posts under Commissioner of Food Safety, Odisha
- Senior Cost Assistant – 01 Post under Directorate of Export Promotion & Marketing
- Inspector of Legal Metrology – 02 Posts under F.S & C.W Department
- Laboratory Assistant – 01 Post under F.S & C.W Department
- Computer Programmer – 01 Post under I & PR Department, Odisha
- Graphic Designer – 02 Posts under I & PR Department, Odisha
- Librarian in DIETs/BIETs – 30 Posts under Directorate of TE & SCERT
- Librarian – 01 Post under Directorate of TE & SCERT
- Statistical Assistant – 03 Posts under Directorate of TE & SCERT
Group C Specialist Posts
- Market Intelligence Inspector – 05 Posts under F.S & C.W Department
- Assistant Embankment Inspector – 23 Posts under EIC Water Resources, Odisha
- Laboratory Assistant – 20 Posts under EIC Water Resources, Odisha
- Junior Laboratory Assistant – 01 Post under Directorate of Factories & Boilers
- Scribe – 02 Posts under I & PR Department, Odisha
OSSC CGL Specialist Eligibility Criteria 2026
Candidates applying for OSSC CGL Specialist Recruitment 2026 must possess a Bachelor Degree or equivalent qualification in the relevant discipline from a recognized University or Institution. The required educational qualification is different for each post. Candidates are advised to check the detailed notification carefully before applying online.
OSSC CGL Specialist Age Limit 2026 (As on 01/01/2025)
- Minimum Age: 21 years
- Maximum Age: 42 years
Age relaxation
- SC / ST / SEBC / Women Candidates – 5 Years
- PwD Candidates – 10 Years
- Ex Servicemen – As per Government Rules
OSSC CGL Specialist Salary 2026
Selected candidates under OSSC CGL Specialist Recruitment 2026 will receive salary as per ORSP Rules 2017. The post wise salary structure is given below.
- Level 9 Posts – ₹35,400 to ₹1,12,400
- Level 7 Posts – ₹25,500 to ₹81,100
- Level 4 Posts – ₹19,900 to ₹63,200
Note: Apart from the basic pay, candidates will also get DA, HRA, medical facilities, pension benefits, leave benefits, and other allowances as admissible under Odisha Government rules.
OSSC CGL Specialist Selection Process 2026
OSSC CGL Specialist Selection Process 2026 will be conducted through three stages including Preliminary Examination, Main Written Examination, and Certificate Verification. Candidates applying for some posts will also have to appear in the Computer Skill Test as part of the Main Examination process. Both Preliminary and Main examinations will be conducted in CBRE/OMR mode with objective type multiple choice questions.
Stage I – Preliminary Examination
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 (150 Minutes)
- Question Type – Objective Type MCQs
- Negative Marking – 0.25 Mark for Each Wrong Answer
Note: Candidates numbering at least five times the 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 for different posts/services.
- Mode of Examination – CBRE/OMR Mode
- Total Marks – 200 Marks
- Total Questions – 100 Questions
- Duration – 2 Hours 30 Minutes (150 Minutes)
- Question Type – Objective Type MCQs
- Negative Marking – 0.5 Mark for Each Wrong Answer
Note: Candidates applying for the post of Senior Economic Investigator must choose one subject for the Technical Paper from the prescribed subjects while filling out the online application form. Once selected, the subject cannot be changed later.
Computer Skill Test
Candidates applying for Inspector of Legal Metrology, Laboratory Assistant under FS & CW Department, Junior Laboratory Assistant under Directorate of Factories & Boilers, Odisha, and Junior Laboratory Assistant under State Food Testing Laboratory are exempted from the Computer Skill Test.
Candidates applying for all other posts must qualify the Computer Skill Test.
- Qualifying Marks – 50% of Total Marks
Stage III – Certificate Verification
Candidates shortlisted after the Main Examination and Computer Skill Test will be called for Certificate Verification. All original educational certificates, identity proof, caste certificate, and other required documents will be verified during this stage.
Important Note
As per Government guidelines, the Preliminary and Main Written Examination will be conducted in both Odia and English language except language papers. Candidates must select their preferred examination language while filling out the online application form. Once selected, the language option cannot be changed later.
OSSC CGL Specialist Application Fee 2026
Candidates applying for OSSC CGL Specialist Recruitment 2026 are required to pay the prescribed examination fee as mentioned in the official notification. However, the examination fee paid by candidates who actually appear in the recruitment examination will be refunded by the Commission.
Application Fee Details
- SC Candidates – No Fee
- ST Candidates – No Fee
- PwD Candidates – No Fee
- All Other Categories – ₹500/- Only
How to Apply for OSSC CGL Specialist Recruitment 2026?
Candidates can apply online for OSSC CGL Specialist Recruitment 2026 through the official website of Odisha Staff Selection Commission at-www.ossc.gov.in from 09th June 2026 to 11 July 2026. Before filling out the online application form, applicants should keep all required documents ready including recent passport size photograph, signature, educational certificates, caste certificate, identity proof, and other necessary documents.
Steps to Apply Online
Step 1: Visit the official website of OSSC at- https://www.ossc.gov.in/Step 2: Go to the “Apply Online” section on the homepage
Step 3: Complete the registration process using mobile number and email ID
Step 4: Fill out the online application form carefully with all required details
Step 5: Upload photograph, signature, and required documents in prescribed format
Step 6: Verify all entered information before final submission
Step 7: Submit the application form and take a printout for future reference
Required Documents
Candidates may need the following documents while filling the application form:
- Passport Size Photograph
- Signature
- Aadhaar Card / Identity Proof
- Educational Certificates & Mark Sheets
- Caste Certificate
- PwD Certificate (If Applicable)
- Experience Certificate (If Applicable)
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