The OSSSC CRE Detailed Notification has been released. A total number of 4768 vacancies are released for the recruitment of Odisha RI, ARI, AMIN and Odisha forester and Forest Guard. The online registration for the OSSSC combined recruitment exam will start from 7th January 2026 onwards and the last date to apply is 31st January 2026. And the candidates can submit the online application between 7th January 2026 and 7th February 2026. Candidates can apply online from osssc.gov.in for vacancy details, eligibility criteria, and the application process before applying.
The first Odisha RI, ARI, AMIN notification is for candidates who wish to apply for posts including Revenue Inspector (RI), ICDS Supervisor, Village Agricultural Worker (VAW), Junior Assistant (JA), Assistant Revenue Inspector (ARI), Amin and Statistical Field Surveyor (SFS) across various departments of the Government of Odisha. The online registration for Notification No. IIE-120/2025-3219/ OSSSC will be conducted from 7th January 2026 onwards, and the last date to register is 31st January 2026. and the last date to submit the application is 7th February 2026.
The second notification against Advt. No.IIE-121/2025-3220/OSSSC has been released for posts like Forester, Forest Guard and Excise Constable under the Forest, Environment & Climate Change Department and Excise Department. For these posts, registration is from 7th January 2026 to 31st January 2026, with application submission closing on 7th February 2026.
Interested candidates must apply only through the official OSSSC official website at osssc.gov.in. Candidates are advised to check eligibility, pay scale, and other details before applying.
OSSSC Recruitment 2026:-
The Odisha Sub-Ordinate Staff Selection Commission has released its Combined Recruitment Examination 2025 notification for multiple posts including Revenue Inspector, ICDS Supervisor, Village Agricultural Worker, Junior Assistant, Assistant Revenue Inspector, Amin, Statistical Field Surveyor, Forester and Forest Guard. Eligible candidates must apply online through the official OSSSC web portal. Check important details about the OSSSC Recruitment 2025-26 below. 👇
| Particulars | Details |
| Recruitment Body | OSSSC (Odisha SSC) |
| Exam Name | Combined recruitment exam 2025 |
| Notification No. | IIE-120/2025-3198/ OSSSC and IIE-121/2025-3206/OSSSC |
| Posts Included | RI, ICDS Supervisor, VAW, JA, ARI, Amin, SFS, Forest Guard, Forester |
| Mode of Application | Online |
| Registration Start Date | RI/ARI/AMIN – 7th January 2026 Forester/ Forest Guard – 7th January 2026 |
| Registration End Date | RI/ARI/AMIN – 31st January 2026 Forester/ Forest Guard – 31st January 2026 |
| Application Submission Last Date | RI/ARI/AMIN – 7th February 2026 Forester/ Forest Guard – 7th February 2026 |
| Official Website | www.osssc.gov.in |
OSSSC Important Date’s:-
| Event | Start Date | End Date |
| Online Registration / Re-registration | 07.01.2026 | 31.01.2026 |
| Submission of Online Application | 07.01.2026 | 07.02.2026 |
OSSSC Vacancy 2026 for RI, ARI, AMIN, Forester, Forest Guard
The OSSSC Vacancy 2026 have been disclosed in the detailed notification. A total number of 4768 vacancies are released for the OSSSC Recruitment. Below is the post-wise vacancy details.
| Post | Number of Vacancies |
| Forester | 47 |
| Forest Guard | 896 |
| Excise Constable | 575 |
| Revenue Inspector | 165 |
| ICDS Supervisor | 286 |
| VAW | 520 |
| Junior Assistant | 1237 |
| ARI | 422 |
| AMIN | 378 |
| SFS | 242 |
Eligibility Criteria :-
OSSSC Eligibility varies by post. Therefore, candidates must check specific requirements for the post they are applying for. Generally, the minimum educational qualification for OSSSC Posts is 10+2 or Diploma, Proficiency is Odia Language and age limit. Check the detailed eligibility criteria below.
OSSSC Age Limit :-
| Post | Age Limit |
| Forester | 18 – 32 Years |
| Forest Guard | 18 – 32 Years |
| Excise Constable | 21 – 32 Years |
| Revenue Inspector | 20 – 42 Years |
| ICDS Supervisor | 21 – 42 Years |
| VAW | 21 – 42 Years |
| Junior Assistant | 21 – 42 Years |
| ARI | 20 – 42 Years |
| AMIN | 20 – 42 Years |
| SFS | 21 – 42 Years |
Educational Qualification :-
To apply for the various OSSSC posts, candidates must have completed Higher Secondary (10+2) from a recognized board such as CHSE (Odisha), CBSE or ICSE. Alternatively, a Diploma in Engineering from a government-approved institute is also acceptable. Applicants should also have basic proficiency in reading and writing Odia language as relevant to the requirements.
| Name of the Post | Educational Qualification Required |
| Forester | Candidates should have completed Class 12 in Science stream from a recognized board or institution. Basic computer knowledge is required. |
| Forest Guard | Applicants must have passed the High School (10+) examination from a recognized board or institution. |
| Excise Constable | Candidates must have cleared Class 12 or an equivalent examination from CHSE Odisha or any other recognized board or council. |
| Revenue Inspector (RI) | A Bachelor’s degree in any discipline from a recognized university is required. Applicants should also have working knowledge of computers. |
| ICDS Supervisor | Candidates must hold a Bachelor’s degree in Arts, Science, or Commerce or an equivalent qualification. |
| Village Agriculture Worker (VAW) | Applicants should have passed +2 Science or a vocational course related to agriculture such as Crop Production, Horticulture, or Farm Machinery. A Diploma in Agriculture is considered an added advantage. |
| Junior Assistant (JA) | Candidates must have completed graduation (+3) in Arts, Science, or Commerce with basic computer proficiency. |
| Assistant Revenue Inspector (ARI) | Applicants should have passed Higher Secondary (10+2) or possess an equivalent qualification or recognized diploma. |
| Amin | Candidates must have completed an Engineering qualification from an AICTE-approved institute under the State Council for Technical Education, along with computer application knowledge. |
| Statistical Field Surveyor (SFS) | Applicants should have passed Class 12 (10+2) from CHSE Odisha, CBSE, CISCE, or any other recognized board. |
How to Apply :-
To apply for various posts under OSSSC Recruitment 2026, candidates must submit their applications only through the official OSSSC website at osssc.gov.in. Before applying, make sure you meet the eligibility criteria such as age, educational qualification, and other specified requirements. Keep all necessary documents such as ID, photo, signature, educational certificates, etc. ready in the prescribed format. Follow the step-by-step process below to successfully complete your application:.
- Go to the OSSSC official website at www.osssc.gov.in.
- On the homepage, click on the latest Recruitment/Career/Apply Online link for OSSSC Recruitment 2026.
- Download and read the detailed notification carefully to check eligibility, important dates, fee, and instructions.
- If you are a new user, complete the registration by entering basic details like name, email, and mobile number to generate a login ID and password.
- Use the generated credentials to log in to the application portal.
- Enter all required details such as personal, educational, and category information accurately in the online form.
- Upload scanned copies of your photograph, signature, education certificates, and other required documents as per specifications.
- Pay the required application fee (if applicable) through the available online payment modes (debit/credit card, net banking).
- Review the complete form carefully for errors, then submit the application.
- After submission, download and print the confirmation page/receipt for future reference.
Application Fee :-
The application fee will be refunded for the candidates who have attended the examination. Below are the category wise application fee details.
| Category | Application Fee |
| Other than SC/ST/PWD | INR 500 |
| SC/ST/PWD | No fee |
OSSSC Recruitment 2026 Selection Process
The selection process for OSSSC Recruitment 2026 consists of multiple stages. Depending on the post, candidates must clear each stage to be called for the Document Verification round. The selection process consists of the following stages:
* Written Test
* Skill or Computer/Practical Test
* Document Verification
* Final Selection/Merit List
OSSSC Exam Pattern 2026
The OSSSC Exam Pattern 2025 for Prelims consists of a 100 mark objective-type test covering five key subjects. Each section carries 20 questions worth 20 marks, and the total duration of the exam is 1.5 hours (90 minutes). Check the detailed exam pattern below. 📝👇
| Subject | Number of Questions | Marks |
|---|---|---|
| Mathematics | 20 | 20 |
| General Studies | 25 | 25 |
| English | 20 | 20 |
| Odia | 15 | 15 |
| Computer Knowledge | 20 | 20 |
| Total | 100 | 100 |
📝Note :-
* Each correct answer carries 1 mark.
* Time allotted is 90 minutes for the prelims exam
* There will be a negative marking of 0.33 marks per incorrect answer.
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