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  • Updated July 18, 2026 01:21 PM
  • by Abisha Muthukumar Officially Verified
  • Applications closed on 31 July 2026. The original recruitment details are preserved below.
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  • The State Pollution Control Board, Odisha (OSPCB) is hiring for 5 temporary project posts - Junior Research Fellow (3 posts), Lab Technician (1 post), and Field Assistant (1 post) - under two OSPCB-funded Fly Ash Consortium research projects at its R&D Wing, Coastal Management Cell, Bhubaneswar. Interested and eligible candidates must email their application to [email protected] on or before 31 July 2026, by 5:30 PM.
  • OSPCB Junior Research Fellow, Lab Technician and Field Assistant Recruitment 2026

Important Dates for OSPCB Recruitment 2026

EventDate
Date of Advertisement17.07.2026
Last Date to Submit Application (by Email)31.07.2026, 5:30 PM
Date & Time of InterviewCommunicated individually via email to shortlisted candidates
  • Candidates need to track only two key dates for this recruitment, since there is no separate exam date and interview schedules are communicated individually. The notification itself was issued on 17 July 2026, giving applicants a short but clear window to apply.

Vacancy Breakdown: Post-wise Details

PostVacancies
Junior Research Fellow (JRF)3
Lab Technician (LT)1
Field Assistant (FA)1
Total5
  • The 5 available positions are spread across two OSPCB-funded research projects on fly ash management, and each post has a fixed number of openings. Candidates should apply only for the post that matches their qualification, as specified below.
  • These posts are being filled to work on two research projects: "Integrated Bio-stabilization of Heavy Metals in Fly Ash-Amended Soil: A Scalable Biotech-Agronomic Solution for Odisha" and "Biotransformation of fly ash into safe bio fertilizer through biological heavy metal immobilization." Both projects run for a duration of 2 years, and all selected candidates will be engaged only for this period or until the project concludes, whichever comes first.

Eligibility Criteria: Qualification and Age Limit

  • Candidates wondering if they meet the requirement for these posts can check the qualification and age criteria below, which differ for the JRF post compared to the Lab Technician and Field Assistant posts. Meeting the minimum percentage requirement in the relevant subject is mandatory for all three posts.
  • Junior Research Fellow (03 posts):
  • Candidate should have an M.Sc. degree with a minimum of 60% marks in Chemistry or Environmental Science from a recognized University/Institute.
  • Candidate should also have good computer knowledge.
  • Lab Technician (01 post) and Field Assistant (01 post):
  • Candidate should have a B.Sc. degree with a minimum of 50% marks in Chemistry from a recognized University/Institute.
  • Age Limit (applicable to all three posts):
  • The upper age limit is 28 years for Junior Research Fellow, Lab Technician, and Field Assistant.
  • Age relaxation of up to 5 years is applicable for SC/ST/OBC/PH/Women candidates.

Application Fee

  • The OSPCB recruitment notification for these Fly Ash Consortium project posts does not mention any application fee. Candidates can apply directly by sending their filled application and documents through email without making any payment.

Selection Process for OSPCB JRF, LT and FA Posts

  • Selection for these posts is based on document verification followed by an interview, and candidates are shortlisted based on the details submitted in their application form. Here is what the process looks like based on the official instructions.
  • Candidates submit the filled application (Annexure-I) along with self-attested scanned copies of required documents by email.
  • OSPCB reviews the applications received and shortlists candidates for interview.
  • The date and time of the interview will be communicated to shortlisted candidates through email only - no other mode of communication is used for this purpose.
  • At the time of interview, candidates must bring all original certificates from 10th onwards and experience certificates (if any) for verification, along with a biodata, two passport-size photographs, self-attested copies of certificates and mark sheets, proof of age, and a valid photo ID (Aadhaar Card/Voter ID/Driving License).
  • Candidates who do not bring the required original documents will not be considered for the process.
  • No TA/DA will be paid to candidates for attending the interview.

How to Apply for OSPCB Recruitment 2026

  • Applying for these posts is entirely through email, and candidates need to follow a specific subject-line format to ensure their application is correctly processed. Here are the steps to apply.
  • Download and fill the application form as per Annexure-I, available on the OSPCB website.
  • Attach self-attested photocopies of all necessary documents along with the filled application.
  • Send the completed application by email to [email protected].
  • The subject of the email should read "APPLICATION FOR THE POST OF ..................." along with the Advertisement Number and Date.
  • Ensure the application reaches OSPCB on or before 31 July 2026, by 5:30 PM.
  • Applicants can refer to the official website https://ospcboard.odisha.gov.in for the application form and further qualification details.

Salary/Remuneration Details for Each Post

PostMonthly Remuneration
Junior Research Fellow (JRF)Rs. 27,000 + HRA (16%), as admissible
Lab Technician (LT)Rs. 18,000 (Consolidated)
Field Assistant (FA)Rs. 18,000 (Consolidated)
  • Remuneration for these posts is fixed on a monthly basis and differs between the JRF post and the LT/FA posts. These are the confirmed pay details from the notification.

Terms of Engagement and Documents Required

  • Candidates selected for these posts are engaged under specific temporary terms tied directly to the research project, and it helps to know these conditions before applying. The application also requires several supporting documents to be submitted along with the form.
  • Terms of Engagement:
  • The engagement is purely temporary and co-terminus with the project.
  • Engagement will be for a period of two years after selection or till completion of the project, whichever is earlier, subject to continued requirement of the post and satisfactory performance.
  • The engagement can be terminated at any time without prior notice or reason.
  • If the engaged person wishes to resign, they must give one month's notice, failing which one month's salary will be deducted or must be deposited by them.
  • Documents Required with Application (Annexure-I):
  • Filled application form with a recent passport-size colour photograph affixed
  • Self-attested photocopies of educational certificates and mark sheets (from 10th onwards, including +2 Science, B.Sc., M.Sc., and any higher qualification)
  • Details of experience/employment record with supporting certificates and orders, if applicable
  • Proof of age and category certificate (ST/SC/SEBC/PH), if claiming reservation or age relaxation
  • Valid photo ID such as Aadhaar Card, Voter ID, or Driving License (for verification at interview)

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Q2. How many total vacancies are there in this OSPCB notification?

  • There are 5 total vacancies - 3 for Junior Research Fellow, 1 for Lab Technician, and 1 for Field Assistant.

Q3. What is the eligibility for the Junior Research Fellow post?

  • Candidates need an M.Sc. degree with a minimum of 60% marks in Chemistry or Environmental Science from a recognized University/Institute, along with good computer knowledge.

Q4. What is the eligibility for Lab Technician and Field Assistant posts?

  • Candidates need a B.Sc. degree with a minimum of 50% marks in Chemistry from a recognized University/Institute.

Q5. What is the age limit for these posts?

  • The upper age limit is 28 years, with a relaxation of up to 5 years for SC/ST/OBC/PH/Women candidates.

Q6. What is the salary for these OSPCB posts?

  • The Junior Research Fellow gets Rs. 27,000/month plus 16% HRA, while the Lab Technician and Field Assistant each get Rs. 18,000/month (consolidated).

Q7. Is there any application fee for this recruitment?

  • No, the notification does not mention any application fee for these posts.
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