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• The latest Odisha Staff Selection Commission (OSSC) Recruitment 2026 has been announced for CGLRE Specialist-2025 posts! Published at www.ossc.gov.in, this new recruitment drive offers 199 openings for eligible candidates. Applicants within the 21–42 years age group and possessing the required post-wise educational qualifications can apply online from 09 June 2026 to 11 July 2026. Find all details about the OSSC CGLRE Specialist-2025 new vacancy 2026, including eligibility, online form, and notification PDF here

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Odisha Staff Selection Commission CGLRE Specialist-2025 Recruitment 2026 Notification PDF

• Odisha Staff Selection Commission (OSSC), Unit-II, Bhubaneswar-751009 has officially released Advertisement No. IIE-46/2025/5919/OSSC dated 30.12.2025 for the Combined Graduate Level Recruitment Examination for Group-B and Group-C Specialist Posts and Services 2025 (CGLRE Specialist-2025) under different Departments/HODs of Govt. of Odisha (Post Code: CGLS/345). The notification includes complete details on post-wise vacancies, category-wise reservation, special category reservation, eligibility criteria, age limits, examination fee, plan and pattern of examination, syllabus, and application instructions. The recruitment shall be guided by the "Combined Graduate Level Recruitment Examination for Group-B and Group-C Specialist Posts and Services Rules-2022" as amended from time to time. Candidates are strongly advised to read the full notification before applying. The notification is available on the official OSSC website.
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Odisha Staff Selection Commission CGLRE Specialist-2025 Recruitment 2026 Overview

• OSSC is opening applications for 199 CGLRE Specialist posts including Laboratory Assistant, Food Safety Officer, Computer Programmer, Senior Economic Investigator and More with qualifications ranging from graduation to post-graduation depending on the post, last date 11 July 2026

OSSC CGLRE Specialist-2025 Recruitment 2026 Important Dates

OSSC CGLRE Specialist-2025 Recruitment 2026 - Vacancy Details

• A total of 199 training seats have been announced across 16 posts under various Departments/Heads of Department of Govt. of Odisha. The number of vacancies is provisional and subject to change without prior notice at the discretion of the Commission, Requisitioning Authorities or the Government. Candidates belonging to the Transgender community are also eligible to apply. Candidates can give options/preferences for posts/services for which they are eligible in all respects in the Online Application Form - the option submitted is final.
• Abbreviations: UR – Unreserved, SEBC – Socially and Educationally Backward Class, SC – Scheduled Caste, ST – Scheduled Tribe, W – Women. In case of non-availability of eligible/suitable women candidates belonging to the respective category, unfilled vacancies shall be filled by eligible suitable male candidates of the same category. Any request regarding change of category/special category in the Online Application Form will not be considered once submitted.
• PwBD (Persons with Benchmark Disabilities) - Reservation Position for Special Category
• Candidates having permanent disability of not below 40% are eligible to apply under PwD category as per the Social Security & Empowerment of Persons with Disabilities Department, Govt. of Odisha Resolution No.1843/SSEPD Dtd.25.02.2021. PwBD candidates must upload a valid scanned copy of the original disability certificate (not photocopy) and UDID card issued by the Competent Authority. Ex-Servicemen (ESM) and Sports Person reservation is also applicable for certain posts as per the notification.

OSSC CGLRE Specialist-2025 Recruitment 2026 - Eligibility Criteria

• Candidates must fulfill all eligibility conditions as on 01.01.2025. Candidates must possess a valid e-Mail ID and Mobile Number while applying and keep them active till the completion of the recruitment process.
• Post-wise Educational Qualification Summary

OSSC CGLRE Specialist-2025 Recruitment 2026 - Age Limit

• Age as on 01.01.2025. Candidates not enjoying any relaxation of upper age limit must not have been born earlier than 2nd January 1983 and not later than 1st January 2004.

OSSC CGLRE Specialist-2025 Recruitment 2026 - Application Fee

• Examination fee is payable through online mode only via the Odisha Treasury portal linked with the online application form. The examination fee paid shall be refunded to candidates who actually appear in the first stage of the recruitment examination. Applications without payment of examination fees (except SC/ST/PwD candidates) will be taken as incomplete and shall be liable for rejection. Candidates must clearly mention their valid/active bank account details (Account Number, IFSC Code, Account Holder Name, Bank Branch Name) in the Online Application Form for receiving the refundable examination fee.

OSSC CGLRE Specialist-2025 Recruitment 2026 - Selection Process

• The competitive examination shall comprise three stages. The Commission at its discretion will conduct the examination either through OMR or through CBRE (Computer Based Recruitment Examination) mode. A Normalisation Formula will be applied if the examination is conducted in multiple batches using different question paper sets.
• Stage I - Preliminary Examination (One Paper)
• Indicative Syllabus: Arithmetic (10th Standard), Data Interpretation (Chart, Graph, Table, Data Sufficiency), Logical Reasoning and Analytical Ability, General Mental Ability, Current Events of National and International Importance, Computer/Internet Awareness.
• Candidates numbering a minimum of 5 (five) times of the vacancies post-wise and category-wise shall be shortlisted for the Main Written Examination based on marks secured in the Preliminary Examination.
• Stage II(a) - Main Written Examination (Technical Paper)
• The Preliminary and Main Examination shall be conducted in both Odia and English except for Paper-I of the Main exam (language paper). The subject of the technical paper, once chosen, is final and cannot be changed later. Post-wise detailed syllabus for the Technical Paper is given in Annexure-D of the advertisement. Candidates applying for the post of Senior Economic Investigator must choose one subject from 13 subjects listed in the syllabus in the Online Application Form.
• Stage II(b) - Computer Skill Test
• All posts except Inspector of Legal Metrology (FS&CW Department), Laboratory Assistant (FS&CW Department), Junior Laboratory Assistant (Directorate of Factories & Boilers), and Junior Laboratory Assistant (State Food Testing Laboratory under Commissioner of Food Safety) are required to qualify the Computer Skill Test. Qualifying marks in Computer Skill Test will be 50% of the total marks. Syllabus in Annexure-C of the advertisement.
• Stage III - Certificate Verification
• Candidates numbering 1.5 times of the vacancies advertised (post-wise and category-wise) shall be shortlisted for Certificate Verification based on marks in the Technical Paper(s) of the Main Written Examination and having qualified in Computer Skill Test/Skill Test wherever applicable. Candidates who fail to appear for certificate/document verification will not be considered for final selection. Candidates will be required to produce original academic certificates, mark sheets, caste certificate, special category certificate, NOC (if Govt. servant), and other documents as per the admission letter along with self-attested photocopies.
• Merit list tie-break criteria (in order): (i) Marks in Preliminary Examination, (ii) Date of birth (older candidate placed higher), (iii) Alphabetical order.

How to Apply for OSSC CGLRE Specialist-2025 Recruitment 2026

• Candidates shall apply online only through the OSSC official website www.ossc.gov.in. No physical/hard copy of the Online Application Form is to be sent to OSSC. Candidates applying for the first time must register as "NEW USER" and proceed to fill the Online Registration/Application Form. Registered users can log in with their User ID and Password. Detailed step-by-step procedure is available on the website. Candidates are advised to apply well before the closing date to avoid the last-hour rush.
• Pre-Requisites for Filling the Online Application Form:
• Valid e-Mail ID and Mobile Number (must remain active till publication of final result)
• Recent passport-size colour photograph scanned in jpg/jpeg format (20 KB to 100 KB)
• Full Specimen Signature & Left/Right Thumb Impression scanned in jpg/jpeg format (up to 20 KB)
• Scanned documents in PDF format (100 KB to 500 KB) including all degree/mark sheet certificates, caste/community certificate, PwBD certificate (UDID issued), ESM Discharge Certificate (if applicable), Sports Identity Card (if applicable), NOC (if Govt. servant), and Aadhaar Number
• Bank account details (Account Number, IFSC Code, Account Holder Name, Bank Branch Name) for refund of examination fee (applicable for General/OBC/EWS candidates)
• CGPA/credits conversion formula issued by university (if applicable)
• Documents Required at the Time of Certificate Verification:
• Downloaded copy of Admission Letter for Certificate Verification
• Downloaded copy of Bio-Data-cum-Attestation form duly filled and signed
• Copy of the Online Application Form legibly signed at the appropriate place
• HSC Certificate & Mark Sheet or equivalent (as proof of Date of Birth)
• +2/equivalent certificate & mark sheet
• Bachelor's Degree Certificate & Mark Sheets
• Post-Graduate/Master's/Doctorate Degree Certificate & Mark Sheets (as applicable)
• ICWAI(Inter)/ICMAI(Inter) Certificate & Mark Sheets (for Senior Cost Assistant)
• B.Lib/M.Lib/BLIS/MLIS Certificate & Mark Sheets (for Librarian posts)
• Three years professional experience certificate (for Inspector of Legal Metrology and Laboratory Assistant)
• Certificate and Marksheet of PG Diploma in Multimedia/Animation/Visual Effect (for Graphic Designer)
• Computer Certificate & Marksheet (as applicable)
• Caste certificate in prescribed format issued by competent authority (for SC/ST/SEBC - SEBC certificate must be within one year prior to the closing date of Online Application)
• Income & Asset Certificate for EWS candidates
• Permanent disability certificate issued by UDID (for PwBD candidates)
• Certificate of passing HSC with Odia as compulsory subject OR certificate of passing Odia of M.E. standard
• Discharge certificate, identity card and period of service document (for Ex-Servicemen along with Undertaking as per Annexure-E)
• Sports Identity Card issued by Director of Sports & Youth Service Department, Govt. of Odisha (for Sports Person candidates)
• NOC or Standing NOC (for Government Servant/PSU employees)
• ID Proof (Aadhaar/PAN/Voter Identity Card/Driving License etc. issued by Govt. Authority)
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• For queries: E-mail: [email protected] (mention complaint within 05 days of exam completion) | Visit: www.ossc.gov.in regularly for all updates, corrigendum and Admission Letters.

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Important Instructions for OSSC CGLRE Specialist-2025 Recruitment 2026 Candidates

• Appointment shall be on a regular basis carrying the level of pay as mentioned in the vacancy table; all posts are State Cadre posts and candidates may be asked to serve anywhere in Odisha.
• Candidates must have the requisite qualification for the post on the last date of submission of the Online Application Form (11-07-2026). Special category candidates must also have the necessary supporting documents by this date.
• Only one Online Application is allowed per candidate for any recruitment examination. Multiple applications will lead to cancellation of candidature and forfeiture of fee.
• After final submission of the corrected/final Online Application, no change/correction/modification will be allowed under any circumstances - requests through post, fax, e-mail or in person shall be summarily rejected.
• Candidates must write their Name, Date of Birth, Father's name and Mother's name exactly as given in the Matriculation Certificate.
• Marks sharing: Marks obtained in Preliminary Examination, Main Examination and Computer Skill Test are proposed to be shared with the candidate after final merit list is published.
• Candidates who score more than the last selection mark at any tier/stage but are not qualified for the subsequent stage must represent to the Commission within 05 days of declaration of that result through e-mail [email protected].
• Government servants (State/Central) or those working under PSUs/Government Universities/Autonomous Bodies must obtain and upload a "No Objection Certificate" from their controlling authority with the Online Application Form. If a standing order of NOC exists, the same should be uploaded. Candidates who hide their Govt. servant/PSU status during certificate verification may not be considered for recommendation.
• Admission to the examination at all stages is provisional. Copies of supporting documents will be sought at the Certificate Verification stage; if any claim in the application is found unsubstantiated, candidature will be cancelled.
• No Admission Letter shall be sent by post; candidates must download it from www.ossc.gov.in.
• There shall be no provision for re-evaluation/re-checking of scores. No correspondence in this regard shall be entertained.
• Mobile phones, smartwatches, Bluetooth devices, spy cameras, and any other electronic/communication devices are not allowed inside the examination premises.
• The decision of the Commission in all matters relating to eligibility, acceptance or rejection of applications, mode and conduct of examinations, allotment of examination centres, manner of selection and preparation of merit list and post allocation, and debarment for malpractices will be final and binding.
• Canvassing in any form will result in disqualification.

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Q2. How many vacancies are available in OSSC CGLRE Specialist-2025 Recruitment 2026?

• A total of 199 vacancies are available across 16 posts including Food Safety Officer (84), Librarian in DIETs/BIETs (30), Assistant Embankment Inspector (23), Laboratory Assistant (20), Senior Economic Investigator (16), and other specialist positions, with 52 seats reserved for women.

Q4. What is the eligibility for OSSC CGLRE Specialist-2025 Recruitment 2026?

• Eligibility varies by post: candidates must have a Bachelor's or Master's degree in relevant disciplines (Food Technology, Economics, Science, Commerce, Library Science, Fine Arts, Computer Science, etc.) from AICTE/UGC-recognized institutions and must be able to read, write, and speak Odia fluently.

Q5. What is the age limit for OSSC CGLRE Specialist-2025 Recruitment 2026?

• Candidates must be between 21 to 42 years as on 01 January 2025, with 5 years relaxation for SEBC/SC/ST/Women and 10 years relaxation for PwD candidates, plus additional relaxation for Ex-Servicemen.

Q6. What is the selection process for OSSC CGLRE Specialist-2025 Recruitment 2026?

• The selection process includes Stage-I Preliminary Examination (150 marks, 150 questions), Stage-II Main Written Examination Technical Paper (200 marks, 100 questions) plus Computer Skill Test (qualifying), and Stage-III Certificate Verification, with negative marking at all stages.

Q7. Is there any application fee for OSSC CGLRE Specialist-2025 Recruitment 2026?

• Yes, examination fee is ₹500 for General/OBC/EWS candidates (refundable to those who appear in Preliminary Examination) payable through Odisha Treasury portal, while SC/ST/PwD candidates are exempted from fee payment.

Q8. What is the salary for OSSC CGLRE Specialist-2025 posts?

• Group-B posts (Food Safety Officer, Senior Economic Investigator, Librarian, etc.) offer Pay Matrix Level-9, Cell-1 of ORSP 2017, while Group-C posts offer Level-4 to Level-8, Cell-1 depending on the position.

Q10. How to apply for OSSC CGLRE Specialist-2025 Recruitment 2026?

• Candidates must apply online only through the official OSSC website ossc.gov.in from 09 June 2026 to 11 July 2026 by completing registration, uploading required documents including educational certificates, paying the examination fee, and submitting the application form.