Odishajobs | OSSC CHSL Recruitment 2026 Notification PDF Out – 124 Vacancies for Amin, JFTA & Junior Forensic Attendant | Apply Online @ ossc.gov.in
Odishajobs: OSSC CHSL Recruitment 2026 Notification PDF released for 124 Group-C posts including Amin, Junior Fisheries Technical Assistant and Junior Forensic Attendant. Check vacancy details, eligibility, age limit, exam pattern, syllabus, fee, and apply online through ossc.gov.in. Complete details on odishajobs.
The Odisha Staff Selection Commission (OSSC) has officially invited online applications for recruitment to Combined Higher Secondary (10+2) Level Specialist Posts/Services under Advertisement No. 728. The recruitment will be conducted as per the “Combined Higher Secondary (10+2) Level or Equivalent Recruitment Examination for Specialist Posts/Services Rules, 2022” (as amended).
This recruitment drive aims to fill 124 State Cadre Group-C posts under various departments of the Government of Odisha.
Candidates searching for the latest Odisha Government Jobs on odishajobs should carefully read all details mentioned below before applying online.
OSSC CHSL Recruitment Important Dates
As per the official notification:
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Online Registration & Fee Payment Start | 06 March 2026 |
| Submission of Online Application | 06 March 2026 |
| Editing of Online Application | 06 March 2026 |
| Last date of Online application | 11 April 2026 |
| Mode of Application | Online Only |
| OSSC CHSL Full Notification Pdf download | Click Here |
| Official Website | www.ossc.gov.in |
⚠ No hard copy of application form is required to be submitted.
OSSC Recruitment 2026 Vacancy Details
A total of 124 vacancies have been notified for the following posts:
| Sl. No. | Post Name | Department | Total Vacancy (Women) | Group | Pay Level |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Amin | Engineer-In-Chief, Water Resources, Odisha | 15 (W-06) | Group-C | Level-3 (Cell-1) |
| 2 | Junior Fisheries Technical Assistant (JFTA) | Directorate of Fisheries, Odisha | 15 (W-05) | Group-C | Level-3 (Cell-1) |
| 3 | Junior Forensic Attendant | State Forensic Science Laboratory, Odisha | 94 (W-30) | Group-C | Level-3 (Cell-1) |
All posts are State Cadre posts. Selected candidates may be posted anywhere in Odisha.
Category-Wise Vacancy Distribution
1️⃣ Amin – 15 Posts
| Category | Vacancy (Women) |
|---|---|
| UR | 08 (03) |
| SEBC | 02 (01) |
| SC | 02 (01) |
| ST | 03 (01) |
| PwD | 01 |
| Ex-Servicemen | 01 |
2️⃣ Junior Fisheries Technical Assistant – 15 Posts
| Category | Vacancy (Women) |
|---|---|
| UR | 04 (01) |
| SEBC | 03 (02) |
| SC | 03 (01) |
| ST | 05 (01) |
| PwD | 03 (03) |
| Ex-Servicemen | 03 |
3️⃣ Junior Forensic Attendant – 94 Posts
| Category | Vacancy (Women) |
|---|---|
| UR | 46 (15) |
| SEBC | 11 (03) |
| SC | 15 (05) |
| ST | 22 (07) |
| PwD | 04 (01) |
| Ex-Servicemen | 03 |
| Sports Person | 01 |
Eligibility Criteria
General Eligibility
Candidates must:
- Be a citizen of India
- Be of good character and sound health
- Not have more than one spouse (if married)
- Be able to read, write and speak Odia
Odia Language Requirement
Candidate must have:
- Passed Middle School with Odia
OR - Passed HSC with Odia
OR - Passed Odia test of M.E. standard
OSSC Educational Qualification
| Post | Required Qualification |
|---|---|
| Amin | +2 Arts/Science/Commerce + Basic Computer Skill Certificate |
| JFTA | +2 Vocational (Fisheries) OR +2 Science (if vocational not available) + Must know swimming |
| Junior Forensic Attendant | +2 Science |
🔹 Candidates with +2 Vocational (Fisheries) applying only for JFTA may directly appear in Main Examination without Preliminary Examination (as per notification conditions).
OSSC CHSL Age Limit (As on 01.01.2025)
| Post | Minimum Age | Maximum Age |
|---|---|---|
| All Posts | 21 Years | 42 Years |
Age Relaxation
- SEBC / SC / ST / Women – 5 Years
- PwD – 10 Years
- Ex-Servicemen – As per service rendered
Candidates without relaxation must be born between 02 January 1983 and 01 January 2004.
OSSC CHSL Recruitment 2026 Examination Fee
As per Odisha Recruitment Examination Fee & Refund Rules, 2025:
- General / SEBC – ₹500
- SC / ST / PwD – Exempted
The ₹500 fee will be refunded to candidates who appear in the first stage examination.
Fee payment must be done online through Odisha Treasury Portal.
OSSC Selection Process
The recruitment consists of three stages:
| Stage | Type | Marks |
|---|---|---|
| Stage I | Preliminary Examination | 150 |
| Stage II | Main Written Examination (Technical Paper) | 200 |
| Stage III | Certificate Verification | — |
OSSC CHSL Preliminary Examination 2026
- Objective Type (MCQ)
- Negative Marking: 0.25 per wrong answer
- 5 times vacancy shortlisted for Main Exam
OSSC CHSL Main Written Examination 2026
- Technical Paper based on post qualification
- 200 Marks
- 2 times vacancy shortlisted for Certificate Verification
Certificate Verification
Candidates must produce original documents including:
- HSC Certificate (DOB proof)
- +2 Mark Sheet
- Computer Certificate (for Amin)
- Vocational Fisheries Certificate (for JFTA)
- Caste Certificate
- PwD Certificate (UDID)
- Ex-Servicemen Documents
- Sports ID Card (if applicable)
- NOC (if Govt employee)
Failure to attend CV will cancel candidature.
OSSC Medium of Examination
The Preliminary and Main Examinations will be conducted in Odia and English.
Language option once selected cannot be changed.
OSSC CHSL Important Examination Rules
- No re-evaluation of answer sheets
- Normalisation formula will apply for multiple batches
- Mobile phones and electronic gadgets strictly prohibited
- Misconduct may lead to permanent debarment
OSSC CHSL Syllabus Overview
For Junior Fisheries Technical Assistant (Main Technical Paper)
Subjects include:
- Inland Fisheries
- Aquaculture
- Chemistry (Basic to Advanced)
- Biology (1st & 2nd Year Science)
For Junior Forensic Attendant (Main Technical Paper)
Subjects include:
- Physics
- Chemistry
- Biology
- Computer Fundamentals
The syllabus covers core +2 Science level subjects as mentioned in Annexure-C.
Merit List Preparation
Final merit will be prepared based on:
- Marks in Main Written Examination
- Tie Resolution:
- Marks in Preliminary Exam
- Date of Birth (Older candidate preferred)
- Alphabetical order
How to Apply Online for OSSC CHSL Recruitment 2026
Follow these steps:
- Visit www.ossc.gov.in
- Click “Apply Online”
- Register as New User
- Fill Online Application Form
- Upload Photo, Signature & Thumb Impression
- Upload required documents (PDF format 100–500 KB)
- Pay examination fee (if applicable)
- Submit and download application copy
Candidates must use a valid email ID and mobile number throughout the recruitment process.
Important Points for odishajobs Readers
- All posts are regular Group-C State Cadre posts
- Appointment will be strictly merit-based
- Application must be submitted well before closing date
- False information will lead to cancellation and debarment
The OSSC CHSL Specialist Posts Recruitment 2026 offers an excellent opportunity for +2 qualified candidates seeking secure Odisha Government jobs. With 124 vacancies across Amin, Fisheries and Forensic departments, eligible candidates should not miss this recruitment.
Applicants are advised to read the official notification carefully before applying.
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