SSB Odisha Announces Librarian Recruitment 2026: The State Selection Board (SSB), Odisha, has released Advertisement No. 02/2026 for the recruitment of Librarian posts in Non-Government Aided Colleges under the Department of Higher Education, Government of Odisha. This is a golden opportunity for library science graduates who are domiciles of Odisha and aspire to work in the state’s college education sector.
A total of 225 vacancies (out of which 67 are for women) have been notified. The online application process is being conducted exclusively through the official website: www.ssbodisha.ac.in.
SSB Odisha invites online applications for 225 Librarian posts in Non-Govt Aided Colleges. Check vacancy details, age limit (21-42 years), selection process (MCQ), application fee (₹200-₹500), and direct link to apply at www.ssbodisha.ac.in.
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Odisha Librarian Vacancy 2026
Post Name: Librarian
Total Vacancies: 225
Department: Higher Education, Govt. of Odisha
Employer: Non-Govt. Aided Colleges (28 districts)
Application Mode: Online only
Selection Process: Written Exam (MCQ, 150 marks)
Official Website: www.ssbodisha.ac.in
Vacancy Breakdown & Reservation Criteria
As per the official notification, the 225 Librarian posts have reservations for SC, ST, SEBC, UR, PwD (4%), Ex-Servicemen (3%), and Sports Persons (1%). The category-wise distribution is:
ST: 58 (18 women)
SC: 35 (9 women)
SEBC: 19 (4 women)
UR: 113 (36 women)
PwD: 9 posts across 4 sub-categories (VI, HI, LD, MD)
Important: If suitable women candidates are not available in a reserved category, male candidates of the same category will be considered. However, no interchange is allowed between SC/ST or among PwD sub-categories.
Eligibility Criteria for Odisha Librarian Post 2026
Educational Qualification
A bachelor’s degree in library science or an equivalent degree from a recognized institution.
Age Limit (as of 01.01.2026)
Minimum: 21 years (born not later than 01.01.2005)
Maximum: 42 years (born not earlier than 01.01.1984)
Age Relaxation (Upper Age)
+5 years: SC, ST, SEBC, Women, Ex-Servicemen
+10 years: PwD (with 40%+ permanent disability)
+15 years: PwD belonging to SC/ST/SEBC (cumulative)
Domicile & Language Requirements
Must be a citizen of India and a domicile of Odisha.
Must be able to speak, read, and write Odia (Odia as a subject in HSC or equivalent, or a Middle School Odia test pass certificate).
Other Conditions
Government servants must produce a No Objection Certificate (NOC).
Candidates with qualifications from outside Odisha must provide equivalence and affiliation proof.
Application Fee & Mode of Payment
The application fee is non-refundable and non-adjustable. Candidates belonging to Scheduled Castes (SC), Scheduled Tribes (ST), and Persons with Disabilities (PwD) are required to pay ₹200 (Rupees Two Hundred only). Candidates of all other categories, including Unreserved (UR) and SEBC, must pay ₹500 (Rupees Five Hundred only).
The fee must be paid online at the time of submitting the application through the designated payment gateway. No other mode of payment is accepted.
Selection Process: Written Exam (MCQ Pattern)
The selection will be based solely on a competitive written examination:
Total Marks: 150
Questions: 100 MCQs (1.5 marks each)
Negative Marking: 0.5 marks deducted per wrong answer
Duration: 2 hours
Qualifying Marks:
UR category: 40%
SC/ST/SEBC/PwD: 30%
Tie-Breaking Rule
Higher aggregate percentage in Graduation.
If still tied, older candidate (by date of birth) is selected.
How to Apply Online for SSB Odisha Librarian Exam 2026?
Follow these steps to submit your application at www.ssbodisha.ac.in:
Visit the official SSB Odisha website.
Click on the “How to Apply” / “Online Application” link for Advt. No. 02/2026.
Read all instructions carefully.
Fill in personal, educational, and category details.
Upload:
Recent passport-size photo (taken within 15 days of submission)
Scanned signature
Left-hand thumb impression
Pay the application fee online.
Submit the form and download a copy for future reference.
⚠️ No edit option is available after final submission. Fill carefully.
Documents Required at Verification Stage
Shortlisted candidates must produce original documents along with self-attested copies:
HSC certificate (age proof & Odia language proof)
Bachelor of Library Science degree & mark sheets
Graduation (+3) percentage certificate
Caste / SEBC certificate (SEBC certificate must be within 3 years)
PwD disability certificate (40%+ from Medical Board)
Ex-Serviceman discharge certificate (verified by Rajya Sainik Board)
Sports Person ID card (from Dept. of Youth & Sports)
Residence / domicile certificate
NOC (for government employees)
Important Notes for Candidates
Exam Zones: Balasore, Berhampur, Bhubaneswar, Jeypore, Sambalpur.
Admit Cards: To be downloaded from the SSB website – no separate dispatch.
Pension: Selected candidates will be covered under the Contributory Pension Scheme (not OCS Pension Rules, 1992).
Final Decision: The SSB’s decision on eligibility and selection is final and binding.
Canvassing: Any misrepresentation or suppression of facts will lead to candidature cancellation.
Conclusion: Don’t Miss This Odisha Govt Librarian Opportunity
The Odisha Librarian Recruitment 2026 is a direct entry into the state’s higher education system with 225 vacancies across 28 districts. With a clear selection process (MCQ-based written exam) and relaxed age norms for reserved categories, eligible candidates should start preparing immediately.
Stay updated: Regularly visit www.ssbodisha.ac.in for exam dates, syllabus, and hall ticket downloads.
Official Notification: Click Here
