The Odisha Staff Selection Commission (OSSC) has officially released the detailed notification for the Combined Graduate Level Recruitment Examination (CGLRE-2025) on 12 December 2025. This recruitment drive aims to fill 1576 vacancies (including 504 for women) in various Group B and Group C posts/services across multiple departments of the Odisha Government. If you’re a graduate aspiring for a stable Odisha government job, this is a major opportunity!
Applications are open online only via www.ossc.gov.in. Don’t miss the deadlines – start applying now!
OSSC CGL 2025 Key Highlights
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Exam Name | Combined Graduate Level Recruitment Examination (CGLRE-2025) |
| Conducting Body | Odisha Staff Selection Commission (OSSC) |
| Advertisement No. | 5751/OSSC dated 12.12.2025 |
| Total Vacancies | 1576 (Women: 504) |
| Posts | Assistant CT & GST Officer, Inspector of Supplies, Auditor (various), Junior Assistant, Block Social Security Officer, and more |
| Pay Scale | Group B: Level-9 (₹35,400 – ₹1,12,400) Group C: Level-4 (₹19,900 – ₹63,200) of ORSP Rules, 2017 |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Official Website | www.ossc.gov.in |
Important Dates for OSSC CGLRE 2025
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Release | 12 December 2025 |
| Online Registration Starts | 19 December 2025 |
| Last Date for Online Registration | 18 January 2026 |
| Last Date for Submission of Application | 21 January 2026 |
| Last Date for Editing Application | 24 January 2026 |
| Preliminary Exam (Tentative) | To be announced |
Candidates should regularly check the official website for updates on exam dates and admit cards.
Post-Wise Vacancy Details (Total: 1576, Women: 504)
| Sl. No. | Name of the Post/Services | Department/Heads of Department (HoD) | Total Vacancies (Women) | Group | Pay Level |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01 | Assistant CT & GST Officer | Commissioner of CT & GST, Odisha, Cuttack | 54 (13) | Group-B | Level-9, ORSP 2017 |
| 02 | Sub-divisional Financial Service and Savings Officer | Finance Department, Odisha | 05 (01) | Group-B | Level-9, ORSP 2017 |
| 03 | Inspector of Supplies | Food Supplies and Consumer Welfare Department, Odisha | 41 (14) | Group-B | Level-9, ORSP 2017 |
| 04 | Inspector of Co-operative Societies | Registrar of Co-operative Societies, Odisha, BBSR | 52 (17) | Group-B | Level-9, ORSP 2017 |
| 05 | Gram Panchayat Development Officer (GPDO) | Panchayati Raj & Drinking Water Department, Odisha | 58 (20) | Group-B | Level-9, ORSP 2017 |
| 06 | Junior Correctional Officer (JCO) | Directorate of Prisons and Correctional Services, Odisha | 07 (01) | Group-B | Level-9, ORSP 2017 |
| 07 | Estate Supervisor | Director of Estates, G.A & P.G Department, Odisha | 01 (Nil) | Group-B | Level-9, ORSP 2017 |
| 08 | Block Social Security Officer (BSSO) | Department of SSEPD, Odisha | 146 (48) | Group-B | Level-9, ORSP 2017 |
| 09 | Auditor of Co-operative Societies | Directorate of Co-Operative Audit, Odisha, BBSR | 57 (19) | Group-B | Level-9, ORSP 2017 |
| 10 | Common Cadre Auditor (CCA) | Finance Department, Odisha | 69 (21) | Group-B | Level-9, ORSP 2017 |
| 11 | Local Fund Auditor (LFA) | Directorate of Local Fund Audit, Odisha, BBSR | 75 (25) | Group-B | Level-9, ORSP 2017 |
| 12 | Auditor | Board of Revenue, Odisha, Cuttack | 10 (04) | Group-B | Level-9, ORSP 2017 |
| 13 | Auditor | State Transport Authority, Odisha, Cuttack | 01 (Nil) | Group-B | Level-9, ORSP 2017 |
| 14 | Auditor | Directorate of Prisons and Correctional Services, Odisha | 01 (Nil) | Group-B | Level-9, ORSP 2017 |
| 15 | Auditor | Directorate of Health Services, Odisha, BBSR | 03 (Nil) | Group-B | Level-9, ORSP 2017 |
| 16 | Auditor | Directorate of Industries, Odisha, Cuttack | 02 (Nil) | Group-B | Level-9, ORSP 2017 |
| 17–45 | Junior Assistant / Junior Clerk (Various HoDs & Field Offices) | Multiple Departments (Water Resources, Rural Works, Health, etc.) | ~1064 (total across all) | Group-C | Level-4, ORSP 2017 |
| 46 | Junior Clerk (State cadre-Field Office) | Engineer-In-Chief, Rural Works, Odisha, BBSR | 255 (85) | Group-C | Level-4, ORSP 2017 |
| 47 | Junior Assistant (District Offices under Dept. of Water Resources) | Engineer-In-Chief (WR), Deptt. of Water Resources, Odisha | 374 (123) | Group-C | Level-4, ORSP 2017 |
| 48 | Junior Assistant (FY) (Field Offices) | Directorate of Fisheries, Odisha, Cuttack | 49 (15) | Group-C | Level-4, ORSP 2017 |
| Total | 1576 (504) |
Note: Sl. 17 to 45 include various Junior Assistant posts in multiple HoDs (e.g., Health Services, Industries, CT & GST, Public Health, etc.) with smaller numbers (1 to 39 each).
Category-Wise Total Vacancies
- UR: 680 (Women: 217)
- SEBC: 206 (Women: 65)
- SC: 274 (Women: 86)
- ST: 416 (Women: 136)
Reservations for PwD, Ex-Servicemen, and Sports Persons are applicable horizontally as per rules.
Eligibility Criteria for OSSC CGL 2025
Educational Qualification
- Bachelor’s Degree in any discipline from a recognized university.
- Must be able to read, write, and speak Odia (passed Middle English School standard or equivalent with Odia as a subject).
- For certain Auditor posts: Minimum PGDCA or equivalent computer qualification (as clarified by OSSC).
Age Limit (as on 01.01.2025)
- Minimum: 21 years
- Maximum: 38 years
- Age relaxation for SC/ST/SEBC/Women/PwD/Ex-Servicemen as per Odisha Government rules.
Must be an Indian citizen.
Application Process & Fee
- Visit www.ossc.gov.in.
- Register with a valid email and mobile number.
- Fill the online application, upload photo, signature, and documents.
- Pay the fee online (if applicable).
- Submit and print the form.
Application Fee:
- General/SEBC: ₹500 (refundable if candidate appears in the exam)
- SC/ST/PwD: Exempted
No hard copy submission required.
Selection Process
The OSSC CGLRE 2025 selection includes:
- Preliminary Examination (Qualifying, CBT/OMR mode, 150 marks, negative marking).
- Main Written Examination (2 Papers: Paper-I Language – Odia & English; Paper-II General Studies, 200 marks total).
- Computer Skill Test (for specific posts).
- Document Verification (for shortlisted candidates, approx. 1.5 times vacancies).
No interview. Merit based on Mains marks (Prelims qualifying).
OSSC CGL 2025 Exam Pattern
Preliminary Exam
- 150 MCQs, 150 marks, 150 minutes.
- Subjects: Arithmetic, Reasoning, General Knowledge, Current Affairs, Computer Awareness.
- Negative marking: 0.25 per wrong answer.
Mains Exam
- Paper-I: Odia & English Language (100 marks).
- Paper-II: General Studies (100 marks).
Normalization of scores if exam in multiple shifts.
Salary & Benefits
- Group B Posts: ₹35,400 – ₹1,12,400 (Level-9) + DA, HRA, and allowances.
- Group C Posts: ₹19,900 – ₹63,200 (Level-4) + allowances.
Attractive perks, job security, and career growth in Odisha Government service.
Preparation Tips for OSSC CGL 2025 Success
- Focus on Odisha-specific GK, Current Affairs, and Odia language.
- Practice previous OSSC papers and mocks.
- Strengthen Arithmetic, Reasoning, and Computer basics.
- Read newspapers for current events.
With applications ongoing (as of 21 December 2025), apply immediately to secure your chance for one of these 1576 prestigious posts!
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