OSSC JE
Recruitment 2026 – Apply Online for 646 Junior Engineer Posts
The Odisha Staff Selection Commission (OSSC) has
officially released the Combined Technical Services Recruitment Examination
(CTSRE) 2025 Notification for 646 Group-B and Group-C Technical Posts
under various departments of the Government of Odisha. Candidates possessing Diploma,
Degree, ITI, +2, HSC, Architectural Assistantship, Civil Engineering,
Cinematography, Electronics, Video Editing, and related technical
qualifications can apply online through the OSSC website from 30 May
2026 to 29 June 2026.
This recruitment offers an excellent opportunity for diploma
holders, technical professionals, and engineering candidates seeking a secure
Odisha Government job with attractive salary, career growth, and state
government benefits.
OSSC
CTSRE Recruitment 2026 Overview
- Organization
Name: Odisha Staff Selection Commission (OSSC)
- Examination
Name: Combined Technical Services Recruitment Examination (CTSRE)-2025
- Advertisement
Number: IIE-92/2025/5925/OSSC
- Post
Code: CTS/302
- Total
Vacancies: 646 Posts
- Job
Type: Odisha Government Job
- Application
Mode: Online
- Selection
Process: Preliminary Examination, Main Examination, Certificate
Verification
- Official
Website: ossc.gov.in
- Job
Location: Anywhere in Odisha
The recruitment is being conducted for various technical
posts under multiple departments of the Odisha Government.
Important
Dates
Candidates should carefully note the important dates.
- Online
Registration Start Date: 30 May 2026
- Last
Date for Registration & Fee Payment: 29 June 2026
- Last
Date for Online Application Submission: 02 July 2026
- Last
Date for Editing Application Form: 05 July 2026
- Preliminary
Examination Date: To be announced
- Main
Examination Date: To be announced after Preliminary results
Candidates are advised not to wait until the last date for
registration.
Vacancy
Details
A total of 646 vacancies have been announced across
various technical posts.
Junior Engineer (Civil) – Water Resources Department
- 24
Posts
Junior Engineer (Civil) – Panchayati Raj & Drinking
Water Department
- 450
Posts
Junior Engineer (Civil) – Municipal Administration
- 132
Posts
Architectural Assistant
- 23
Posts
Cameraman
- 2
Posts
Photographer
- 1
Post
Sound Recordist
- 1
Post
Mechanic
- 1
Post
Video Film Editor
- 2
Posts
Junior Draughtsman (Civil)
- 7
Posts
Tracer (State Cadre Field)
- 3
Posts
Total Vacancies
- 646
Posts
The largest share of vacancies is available for Junior Engineer (Civil) posts, making it a major opportunity for diploma holders in Civil Engineering.
Educational
Qualification
The educational qualification varies according to the post.
Junior Engineer (Civil)
Candidates must possess:
- Diploma
in Civil Engineering or equivalent qualification from a recognized
institution.
Architectural Assistant
Candidates should have:
- Diploma
in Architectural Assistantship from a recognized institution.
Cameraman
Candidates must possess:
- +2
Pass
- Diploma/Degree
in Cinematography
- Skills
in multi-camera setup and audiovisual production.
Photographer
Candidates should have:
- +2
Pass
- Diploma
in Cinematography
- Skills
in Digital Photography and Photo Editing.
Sound Recordist
Candidates must possess:
- +2
Pass
- Diploma/Degree
in Sound Recording or TV Engineering.
Mechanic
Candidates should have:
- +2
Pass
- Diploma
in Electronics
- Knowledge
of repairing audio-visual equipment.
Video Film Editor
Candidates must possess:
- +2
Pass
- Diploma/Degree
in Video Editing or Film Production.
Junior Draughtsman (Civil)
Candidates should have:
- HSC
Pass
- NTC
in Draughtsman (Civil)
- Knowledge
of Computer Applications and AutoCAD.
Tracer
Candidates must possess:
- HSC
Pass
- NTC
in Draughtsman Civil
- Basic
Computer Skill Certificate
- AutoCAD
Certificate.
Odia Language Requirement
All candidates must be able to:
- Read
Odia
- Write
Odia
- Speak
Odia
They must have passed Odia in one of the prescribed
educational standards as mentioned in the notification.
Age Limit
Age will be calculated as on 01 January 2025.
Minimum Age
- 21
Years
Maximum Age
- 42
Years
Candidates must have been born between:
- 02
January 1983
- 01
January 2004
Both dates inclusive.
Age
Relaxation
SEBC / SC / ST / Women
- 5
Years
PwD
- 10
Years
Ex-Servicemen
- As
per Odisha Government Rules
Additional relaxation is applicable for eligible candidates.
Application
Fee
General / SEBC / Other Candidates
- ₹500
SC / ST / PwD Candidates
- No
Fee
Special Benefit
The examination fee will be refunded to candidates who
actually appear in the Preliminary Examination.
Salary
Structure
Selected candidates will receive salary according to the
Odisha Revised Scales of Pay (ORSP), 2017.
Depending upon the post, candidates will receive salary
under:
- Level-9
Pay Matrix
- Level-8
Pay Matrix
- Level-5
Pay Matrix
Along with:
- Dearness
Allowance (DA)
- House
Rent Allowance (HRA)
- Medical
Benefits
- Government
Service Benefits
as per Odisha Government rules.
Selection
Process
The recruitment process consists of three stages.
Stage 1 – Preliminary Examination
This is a screening examination.
Subjects include:
- Arithmetic
- Data
Interpretation
- Logical
Reasoning
- Analytical
Ability
- General
Mental Ability
- Current
Affairs
- Computer
Awareness
- Internet
Awareness
Marks
- 150
Marks
Duration
- 150
Minutes
Negative Marking
- 0.25
Marks deducted for each wrong answer.
Stage 2 – Main Written Examination
Candidates qualified in the Preliminary Examination will
appear for the Main Examination.
Technical Paper
- 200
Marks
- Duration:
2 Hours
The syllabus will be based on the technical qualification
required for the respective post.
There will be separate technical papers for different posts.
Stage 3 – Certificate Verification
Candidates shortlisted after the Main Examination will be
called for:
- Document
Verification
- Eligibility
Verification
- Original
Certificate Verification
Final selection will be based on merit and preferences.
Competition
Level Analysis
The competition level is expected to be high,
especially for:
- Junior
Engineer (Civil)
- Architectural
Assistant
because these posts offer:
- Government
job security
- Good
salary
- Large
number of applicants from Odisha diploma institutions.
However, candidates with strong technical knowledge have a
very good chance of success.
Best
Preparation Strategy
Prepare
General Aptitude
Focus on:
- Arithmetic
- Reasoning
- Mental
Ability
- Data
Interpretation
for the Preliminary Examination.
Strengthen
Technical Subjects
The Main Examination is technical in nature.
Candidates should thoroughly revise:
- Core
diploma subjects
- Engineering
fundamentals
- Practical
concepts
according to their respective discipline.
Practice
Previous Year Papers
Previous OSSC technical examination papers help understand:
- Exam
pattern
- Difficulty
level
- Important topics
Improve
Computer Awareness
Study:
- Computer
Basics
- Internet
- MS
Office
- Digital
Applications
for better performance in the Preliminary Examination.
Best
Books for Preparation
Arithmetic
- Quantitative
Aptitude by R.S. Aggarwal
Reasoning
- Verbal
and Non-Verbal Reasoning by R.S. Aggarwal
General Awareness
- Lucent
General Knowledge
Computer Awareness
- Objective
Computer Awareness by Arihant
Technical Subjects
- Diploma-level
textbooks of respective branches
- Previous
OSSC JE and Technical Recruitment papers
Benefits
of OSSC CTSRE Jobs
Government Job Security
Permanent employment under Odisha Government departments.
Attractive Salary
Good starting salary with regular increments.
Career Growth
Promotion opportunities to higher technical and
administrative positions.
State Government Benefits
Employees receive:
- DA
- HRA
- Leave
Benefits
- Medical
Facilities
- Pension-related
benefits as per rules.
Opportunity to Work Across Odisha
Selected candidates can serve in various government
departments throughout the state.
How to
Apply Online
Step 1
Visit:
www.ossc.gov.in
Step 2
Complete online registration.
Step 3
Fill in personal and educational details.
Step 4
Upload:
- Photograph
- Signature
- Required
certificates
Step 5
Pay the examination fee (if applicable).
Step 6
Submit the application form.
Step 7
Download and save the application form for future reference.
No hard copy needs to be submitted to OSSC.
Documents
Required
Candidates should keep ready:
- Educational
Certificates
- Diploma/Degree
Certificates
- Caste
Certificate (if applicable)
- Odia
Language Proof
- Disability
Certificate (for PwD)
- Sports
Certificate (if applicable)
- Ex-Servicemen
Certificate
- Government Employee NOC (if applicable)
- Notification PDF - Click Here
- Apply Link - Click Here
- Official Link - Click Here
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