OSSSC CRE Recruitment 2026: The Odisha Subordinate Staff Selection Commission (OSSSC) has officially published the full advertisement for the Combined Recruitment Examination (CRE) 2025–26. The announcement accepts applications for 3,250 Group B and C positions, including Revenue Inspector (RI), Assistant Revenue Inspector (ARI), Amin, ICDS Supervisor, and Junior Assistant.
The recruitment will be conducted through the official website www.osssc.gov.in. Interested candidates can apply online starting 07 January 2026. The last date for registration is 31 January 2026, while the final submission of the online application can be done until 07 February 2026.
OSSSC RI ARI AMIN Recruitment 2026 Overview
| Particulars | Information |
|---|---|
| Conducting Authority | Odisha Sub-ordinate Staff Selection Commission (OSSSC) |
| Recruitment Examination | Combined Recruitment Examination (CRE) 2026 |
| Total Posts | 3,250 vacancies |
| Positions Offered | RI, ARI, Amin, ICDS Supervisor, Junior Assistant, SFS, VAW |
| Salary | Revenue Inspector, ICDS Supervisor: Pay Scale ₹ 35400–112400, Pay Matrix Level-9, Cell-01 Village Agricultural Worker: Pay Scale ₹ 21700–69100, Pay Matrix Level-5, Cell-01 Junior Assistant, Assistant Revenue Inspector: Pay Scale ₹ 19900–63200, Pay Matrix Level-4, Cell-01 Amin, Statistical Field Surveyor: Pay Scale ₹ 18000–56900, Pay Matrix Level-3, Cell-01 |
| Age Limit | 42 years as on 1st January, 2025 (post-wise as specified with admissible relaxations). |
| Job Type | Odisha State Government Jobs |
| Post Category | Group B & Group C |
| Mode of Application | Online submission only |
| Selection Level | State-level recruitment process |
| Official Portal | osssc.gov.in |
OSSSC Combined Posts Recruitment 2026 Vacancy Details
| Post Name | Group | Department | Total Posts |
|---|---|---|---|
| Revenue Inspector (RI) | Group B | Revenue & Disaster Management Department | 165 |
| ICDS Supervisor | Group B | Women & Child Development Department | 286 |
| Village Agricultural Worker (VAW) | Group C | Agriculture & Farmers’ Empowerment Department | 520 |
| Junior Assistant (JA) | Group C | Finance, Revenue & Disaster Management, A & FE, W & CD Departments | 1237 |
| Assistant Revenue Inspector (ARI) | Group C | Revenue & Disaster Management Department | 422 |
| Amin | Group C | Revenue & Disaster Management Department | 378 |
| Statistical Field Surveyor (SFS) | Group C | Planning & Convergence Department | 242 |
| Total | 3250 | ||
OSSSC Vacancy 2026 (Category-wise)
The category-wise vacancy distribution for all posts is as follows-
| Posts | UR | ST | SC | SEBC | Total |
| Revenue Inspector | 73 (w-34) | 22 (w-8) | 7 (w-4) | 13 (w-4) | 165 (w-50) |
| ICDS Supervisor (only for women) | 167 | 54 | 46 | 19 | 286 |
| Village Agriculture Worker | 266 (w-93) | 60 (w-47) | 34 (w-20) | — | 520 (w-160) |
| Junior Assistant | 460 (w-211) | 199 (w-76) | 143 (w-49) | 77 (w-22) | 1237 (w-358) |
| Assistant Revenue Inspector (ARI) | 177 (w-80) | 50 (w-32) | 47 (w-17) | 15 (w-4) | 422 (w-133) |
| Amin | 142 (w-62) | 64 (w-29) | 41 (w-10) | 21 (w-9) | 378 (w-110) |
| Statistical Field Surveyor | 75 (w-40) | 43 (w-23) | 25 (w-14) | 20 (w-2) | 242 (w-79) |
Application Fee Details
| Category | Fee Amount | Payment Mode | Refund Policy |
|---|---|---|---|
| General / OBC / Other Categories | ₹500 | Net Banking, Credit Card, Debit Card, UPI | Fully refundable after appearing in the exam |
| SC / ST / PwD | ₹0 | Not Applicable | Complete fee exemption |
| Absent Candidates | ₹500 | Online Payment Only | No refund if exam not attended |
| Failed Transaction (No Confirmation Page) | ₹500 | Online Payment Gateway | Auto-refund within 48 hours |
OSSSC CRE Eligibility Criteria 2026
| Post Name | Educational Qualification | Age Limit (as on 01 Jan 2025) | Pay Scale & Level |
|---|---|---|---|
| Revenue Inspector (RI) | Bachelor’s Degree in any stream from a recognized university + basic computer knowledge | 20–42 years | ₹35,400–1,12,400 (Level-9) |
| ICDS Supervisor (Women Only) | Bachelor’s Degree in Arts/Science/Commerce or equivalent | 21–42 years (Anganwadi Workers: +5 yrs) | ₹35,400–1,12,400 (Level-9) |
| Village Agricultural Worker (VAW) | +2 Science / +2 Vocational (Agriculture-related subjects); OUAT Diploma desirable (+5% marks) | 21–42 years | ₹21,700–69,100 (Level-5) |
| Junior Assistant (JA) | +3 (Arts/Science/Commerce) or equivalent with computer skills | 21–42 years | ₹19,900–63,200 (Level-4) |
| Assistant Revenue Inspector (ARI) | +2 / Diploma in Engineering (AICTE approved) + computer knowledge | 20–42 years | ₹19,900–63,200 (Level-4) |
| Amin | +2 or Engineering Diploma + computer application knowledge | 21–42 years | ₹18,000–56,900 (Level-3) |
| Statistical Field Surveyor (SFS) | Passed 10+2 (CHSE/CBSE/CISCE or equivalent) | 21–42 years | ₹18,000–56,900 (Level-3) |
OSSSC CRE Online Application Form 2026
The application form for OSSSC CRE 2026 is only available online. To apply, candidates must first register on the OSSSC site (www.osssc.gov.in). The procedure is divided into two stages: registration (for new users) and re-registration (for current users), followed by filling out the complete application form. The connection starts on January 7, 2026 and ends on January 31, 2026.
Step to Apply Online OSSSC CRE Recruitment 2026
Step 1: Visit the official website: www.osssc.gov.in.
Step 2: Click “Apply Online” on the homepage.
Step 3: To register as a new user, enter your email and cellphone number and select “New User”. If you have already applied, select “Registered User” to log in.
Step 4: Select the “Combined Recruitment Examination (CRE) 2026” link.
Step 5: Fill in the required personal, educational, and communication details.
Step 6: Upload scanned copies of your photograph and signature.
Step 7: Preview the application form to ensure all details are correct.
Step 8: Fill out the form and print the “Applicant’s Copy” for future reference.
OSSSC CRE Recruitment 2026 Selection Process
| Stage | Process Name | Key Details |
|---|---|---|
| Stage I | Written Examination | Objective (MCQ) test of 100 marks, based on High School level syllabus, conducted in OMR/CBRE mode |
| Exam Pattern | Mathematics (20), General Studies (20), English (20), Odia (15), Computer (15), Logical Reasoning (10) | |
| Exam Duration | 1 hour 30 minutes | |
| Negative Marking | 0.25 mark deducted for each wrong answer; no penalty for unanswered questions | |
| Qualifying Marks | 30% for SC/ST/PwD/Ex-Servicemen/Sportspersons, 35% for others | |
| Extra Marks | 5% bonus for VAW candidates with Diploma in Agriculture (OUAT), limited to maximum total marks | |
| Stage II | Computer Skill Test | Practical test of 50 marks, duration 1 hour, qualifying nature |
| Minimum Qualifying Marks | 40% for all categories | |
| Shortlisting Rule | Skill Test Call | Minimum 3 times the number of vacancies, category-wise |
| Merit Lists | Merit Preparation | Based on Written Test marks/normalized score; separate lists at each stage |
| Document Verification | Verification & Counselling | Conducted by District Level Board, followed by counselling |
| Final Allotment | Posting Decision | Based on merit-cum-preference and availability of posts |
| Commission Rights | Special Provisions | Authority to reschedule, re-test, or cancel recruitment at any stage |
OSSSC CRE Recruitment 2026 Important Dates
| Recruitment Event | Scheduled Date |
|---|---|
| Official Notification Issued | 30 December 2025 |
| Online Registration Begins | 07 January 2026 |
| Last Date for Online Registration | 31 January 2026 |
| Final Date to Submit Application Form | 07 February 2026 |
| Admit Card Availability | 10–15 Days Before Examination |
| OSSSC CRE Exam Date | Will Be Notified Soon |
OSSSC CRE Recruitment 2026 Important Links
| Important Link | Link to Click |
|---|---|
| Apply Online (Link Active 07/01/2026) | Click Here |
| Download Official Notification PDF | Click Here |
| Official Website | Click Here |
| Download Syllabus PDF | Click Here |