The Odisha Sub-ordinate Staff Selection Commission (OSSSC) is holding the Combined Recruitment Examination (CRE) 2026 to fill 3,250 jobs in different government departments, these jobs include Revenue Inspector, Assistant Revenue Inspector, ICDS Supervisor, Village Agricultural Worker, Junior Assistant, Amin, Statistical Field Surveyor, Forester, Forest Guard and Excise Constable.
The application process will start on December 29, 2025 and end on January 29, 2026, this recruitment is a good chance for candidates who have passed 12th, completed a diploma or hold a graduate degree to get government jobs in Odisha.
OSSSC CRE Recruitment 2026: Overview
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Organization | Odisha Sub-ordinate Staff Selection Commission (OSSSC) |
| Advertisement No. | CRE-2025 |
| Post Name | Revenue Inspector (RI), Assistant Revenue Inspector (ARI), ICDS Supervisor, Village Agricultural Worker (VAW), Junior Assistant (JA), Amin, Statistical Field Surveyor (SFS), Forester, Forest Guard, Excise Constable |
| Total Vacancies | 3,250 |
| Job Location | Odisha |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Official Website | osssc.gov.in |
OSSSC CRE Vacancy Details
The OSSSC CRE Recruitment 2026 has been released for a total of 3,250 posts. The vacancies are distributed across different posts (exact category-wise breakup to be confirmed in detailed notification):
| Post Name | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Revenue Inspector (RI) | 165 |
| Assistant Revenue Inspector (ARI) | 422 |
| ICDS Supervisor | 286 |
| Village Agricultural Worker (VAW) | 520 |
| Junior Assistant (JA) | 1237 |
| Amin & Statistical Field Surveyor (SFS) | 378 + 242 |
| Total | 3,250 |
Eligibility Criteria
Educational Qualification
| Post Name | Educational Qualification | Special Criteria/Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Revenue Inspector (RI) | Bachelor’s Degree in any discipline or equivalent from a recognized University, with knowledge in computer application. | – |
| ICDS Supervisor | Bachelor’s Degree in Arts, Science or Commerce or its equivalent. | Only women candidates eligible. |
| Village Agricultural Worker (VAW) | Passed +2 Science or +2 Vocational course in Agriculture-related subject (Crop Production / Horticulture / Repair and Maintenance of Power Driven Farm Machinery) from a recognized Board/Council/Institution. Diploma in Agriculture Polytechnic under OUAT is desirable (carries 5% extra marks in Written Test). | – |
| Junior Assistant (JA) | Passed +3 in Arts / Science / Commerce or equivalent, with knowledge of Computer Skill. | Must have registered name in an Employment Exchange of the concerned district (or State/Special Employment Exchange with Resident Certificate of concerned district) on or before the date of submission of online application. |
| Assistant Revenue Inspector (ARI) | Passed Higher Secondary Examination (10+2) conducted by CHSE, Odisha or equivalent, or Diploma in Engineering from Institution under State Council for Technical Education & Vocational Training, Odisha affiliated to AICTE, with knowledge in computer application. | – |
| Amin | Passed Higher Secondary Examination (10+2) conducted by CHSE, Odisha or equivalent, or Diploma in Engineering from Institution under State Council for Technical Education & Vocational Training, Odisha affiliated to AICTE, with knowledge in computer application. | – |
| Statistical Field Surveyor (SFS) | Passed 10+2 examination conducted by CHSE, Odisha or CBSE or CISCE or any other examination equivalent thereto. | – |
General Criteria (Applicable to All Posts Unless Specified Otherwise)
| Criteria Type | Details |
|---|---|
| Odia Language Proficiency | Must be able to read, write and speak Odia and must have: – Passed ME School Exam with Odia as language subject OR – Matriculation with Odia as medium in non-language subjects OR – Passed Odia as language subject in Class VII or above OR – Passed Odia language test in ME School Standard conducted by School & Mass Education Department. |
| Citizenship & Character | Must be a citizen of India of good character, if married, must not have more than one spouse living (except as exempted under personal law). |
| Persons with Disabilities (PwDs) | Must possess Permanent Disability Certificate / UDID card with not less than 40% disability in the category and sub-category suitable for the post, as per Annexures I to VII. |
| Ex-Servicemen | Must possess Identity Card/Discharge Certificate/documents in support of defence service, furnish an undertaking about non-availment of earlier re-employment under Government of Odisha. |
Age Limit (as on 01.01.2026)
- Minimum Age Limit: 21 Years
- Maximum Age Limit: 42 Years
- Age relaxations are applicable for reserved categories as per government norms (SC/ST: +5 years, SEBC/OBC: +3 years, PwD: +10 years, Ex-SM: Service length +3 years).
Salary and Benefits
Pay Scale: Level-9 (Rs. 35,400 – 1,12,400) for most posts; Level-7 (Rs. 44,900 – 1,42,400) for some.
| Post Name | Pay Scale (₹) |
|---|---|
| Revenue Inspector (RI) | 35,400 – 1,12,400 |
| ICDS Supervisor | 35,400 – 1,12,400 |
| Village Agricultural Worker (VAW) | 21,700 – 69,100 |
| Junior Assistant (JA) | 19,900 – 63,200 |
| Assistant Revenue Inspector (ARI) | 19,900 – 63,200 |
| Amin | 18,000 – 56,900 |
| Statistical Field Surveyor (SFS) | 18,000 – 56,900 |
Additional Benefits:
- Dearness Allowance (DA)
- House Rent Allowance (HRA)
- Transport Allowance
- Medical facilities for self and family
- Provident Fund and Pension
- Leave Travel Concession
- Other perquisites as per Odisha govt rules.
Estimated Gross Salary: Rs. 45,000 – 60,000 per month (including allowances).
Selection Process
The selection process consists of given below stages:
Stage 1: Preliminary Test:
- Objective type CBT for screening.
- Negative marking applicable of (0.25)
- 100 marks
Stage 2: Practical Skill Test:
- Practical Skill Test in Basic Computer Skills
- 50 marks
- 1 hour
- Qualifying in nature with minimum 40% for all candidates.
Stage 4: Document Verification:
- Verification of original certificates.
Stage 5: Medical Examination:
- Fitness test as per standards.
Final Merit: Based on mains marks + skill test qualifying.
Prelims Exam Pattern
| Subject | Questions | Marks | Time |
|---|---|---|---|
| General Knowledge | 20 | 20 | 90 minutes |
| Computer | 15 | 15 | |
| Mathematics | 20 | 20 | |
| English | 20 | 20 | |
| Odia | 15 | 15 | |
| Logical Reasoning | 10 | 10 | |
| Total | 100 | 100 | 90 min |
Documents Required
Keep these ready in scanned format:
Mandatory Documents:
- Recent passport-size photograph (20-50 KB, JPEG)
- Signature (10-40 KB, JPEG)
- 10th certificate (date of birth proof)
- Degree/Diploma/12th certificate and mark sheets
- Category certificate for SC/ST/SEBC/OBC/EWS, if applicable
- PwD certificate, if applicable
- Ex-Servicemen discharge certificate if applicable
- Valid ID proof (Aadhaar/PAN/Passport)
Application Fees
| Aspect | Details |
|---|---|
| Applicable Fee | ₹500 (for non-SC/ST/PwD candidates, payable via Net Banking/Credit/Debit Card/UPI during application) |
| Exemptions | SC, ST, PwD candidates (no fee required) |
| Refund Eligibility | Full ₹500 refunded post-exam to appearing candidates (after attendance verification, to original payment method) |
| No Refund Cases | Non-appearance for any reason |
| Failed Transaction | Auto-cancelled if Confirmation Page not generated, refund within 48 hrs, re-pay for new application |
How to Apply Online for OSSSC CRE Recruitment 2026
Follow these simple steps to complete your OSSSC CRE application:
- Visit the official application website: osssc.gov.in
- Click on “Apply for CRE-2025”
- For new users, click “New Registration”
- Fill basic details (Name, Father’s Name, Date of Birth, Email, Mobile)
- System will generate Registration Number and Password (save these)
- Login with Registration Number and Password
- Complete the application form accurately: Personal information, Educational qualifications with marks, Post preference
- Upload photograph, signature and documents
- No fee payment needed
- Submit application and save confirmation page
- Note your application number for future reference
| OSSSC CRE Recruitment 2026- Apply Online | Apply Now |
| Official Notification | Download PDF Notification |
| Official Website | osssc.gov.in |
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Release | December 24, 2025 |
| Online Application Opens | December 29, 2025 |
| Application Closes | January 29, 2026 (11:59 PM) |
| Prelims Exam Date | To be notified |
| Admit Card Release | To be notified |
Final Thoughts
The Odisha Sub-ordinate Staff Selection Commission (OSSSC) is hiring for 3,250 jobs through the Combined Recruitment Examination (CRE) 2026, these jobs are in different government departments and include roles like Revenue Inspector, Assistant Revenue Inspector, ICDS Supervisor, Village Agricultural Worker, Junior Assistant, Amin, Statistical Field Surveyor, Forester, Forest Guard and Excise Constable, the application process will start on December 29, 2025 and end on January 29, 2026 at 11:59 pm.
Candidates must check the eligibility rules and keep their documents ready before applying online at osssc.gov.in. After applying, candidates should begin preparing for the exam right away. The test will mainly cover general knowledge, reasoning and mathematics with proper preparation and a clear plan, candidates can do well in the exam and build a stable career in Odisha government services. Applying before the deadline is very important to secure this chance.
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