descriptionOverview & Important Gazette Circular Highlights
Odisha Staff Selection Commission (OSSC), Bhubaneswar has officially published the recruitment notification for 673 vacancies under advertisement reference IIE-128/2026/728/OSSC. Candidates can submit their application form from 2026-06-20 to 2026-07-25. Read below for eligibility conditions, category-wise fee details, step-by-step application instructions, and 100% verified direct official links.
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Important Dates / महत्वपूर्ण तिथियाँ
Notice Released
Online Apply Start
Last Date to Apply
Closed
Last Date for Fee
Exam Date
28 September to 04 October 2026
Admit Card Available
20 September 2026
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Application Fee / आवेदन शुल्क
General / OBC / EWS
Rs. 0/- (Zero Application Fee as per Government of Odisha Rule for all group C recruitment)
SC / ST Candidates
Rs. 0/- (No Fee)
Female (All Categories)
Rs. 0/- (No Fee)
Payment Mode
Exempted for all categories under Odisha Government recruitment reform
⚠️ Note: Application fee is non-refundable once submitted. Please verify eligibility before payment.
🎯 Eligibility Criteria & Age Limits / पात्रता एवं आयु सीमा
🎓 Educational Qualification
+2 Science or +2 Vocational Courses in Agriculture / Horticulture or Diploma in Handloom/Textiles from recognized boards in Odisha.
Category Relaxation: Upper age relaxation of 5 years for SC, ST, SEBC, and Women candidates; 10 years for PwD candidates in accordance with Odisha State Service Rules.
💰 Pay Scale & Salary
Pay Matrix Level-7 (Cell-1 Rs. 25,500/- to Rs. 81,100/-) for Technical Assistant & Supervisor; Level-5 (Rs. 21,700/- to Rs. 69,100/-) for Soil Conservation Extension Worker.
Stage II: Main Technical Written Examination (Specialist Subject & Technical Trade - 200 Marks)
Stage III: Certificate Verification & Biometric Scrutiny by OSSC
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Vacancy Details & Post Breakdown / पद विवरण
Total: 673 Posts
Post Name / पद का नाम
Total Posts
Eligibility Qualification
Age Limit
Soil Conservation Extension Worker (Directorate of Soil Conservation)
245
+2 Science or +2 Vocational (Agriculture/Horticulture) from CHSE Odisha or recognized Council
21-38 Years
Technical Assistant (Directorate of Textiles & Handicrafts)
350
+2 Science with ITI or Diploma in Handloom/Textile/Ceramics from recognized state board
21-38 Years
Weaving Supervisor & Caretaker Cadres
78
Diploma in Handloom Technology / Textile Design or +2 Vocational with relevant trade
21-38 Years
📝 How to Apply Online: Step-by-Step Guide / आवेदन कैसे करें
Step 1: Visit the official Odisha Staff Selection Commission portal at ossc.gov.in.
Step 2: On the homepage, locate the 'Candidate's Corner' or 'What's New' section.
Step 3: Click on 'Link for Inviting Objections on Provisional Answer Key for Combined Higher Secondary (10+2) Specialist Examination-2026'.
Step 4: Enter your registered Username / Roll Number and Password to access your marked response sheet.
Step 5: Compare your marked answers with the provisional key and submit substantiated objections along with reference documents before the deadline.
Step 6: Keep a copy of your objection confirmation acknowledgment for future reference.
⚠️ Candidate Advisory: Do NOT share your login credentials, OTP, or registration password with any third-party cyber cafes or unverified agents. Always submit the form directly from the official portal.
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❓ Frequently Asked Questions — OSSC CHSL Specialist 2026 (अक्सर पूछे जाने वाले सवाल)
How can candidates download the OSSC CHSL Specialist Answer Key 2026?
Candidates can access the provisional answer key by logging into the official OSSC website (ossc.gov.in) using their Roll Number and registered credentials in the 'What's New' section.
What is the last date to submit objections against the OSSC CHSL 10+2 answer key?
The online objection window is active until 16 October 2026. Candidates can submit question-wise representations with documentary proof through the official candidate login.
What are the total vacancies under OSSC Combined Higher Secondary Specialist 2026?
There are 673 vacancies across specialist cadres, including 245 Soil Conservation Extension Workers, 350 Technical Assistants, and 78 Weaving Supervisors and Caretakers.
What is the marking scheme for the OSSC CHSL Preliminary Exam?
The preliminary exam carries 150 marks for 150 multiple-choice questions. A negative marking of 0.25 marks is deducted for every incorrect response.
When will OSSC declare the CHSL Specialist Written Result and Cutoff 2026?
Following the resolution of provisional objections by the expert committee, the final answer key and list of candidates shortlisted for the Main Written Examination will be declared in November 2026 on ossc.gov.in.