Bhubaneswar, Odisha – The Odisha Staff Selection Commission (OSSC) has officially released the detailed advertisement for the Combined Graduate Level Recruitment Examination 2025 (CGLRES 2025). This is a major recruitment drive aimed at filling 199 vacancies for various Group-B and Group-C Specialist Posts under multiple departments of the Government of Odisha.
The online registration process will commence on June 9, 2026, and eligible candidates can submit their applications through the official website www.ossc.gov.in. This recruitment presents a golden opportunity for graduates seeking prestigious government jobs in Odisha.
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OSSC CGL 2025: Overview
The OSSC CGL 2025 examination, officially known as CGLRES 2025, will be conducted in three stages: Preliminary Examination, Main Written Examination, and Computer Skill Test/Certificate Verification.
Conducting Body: Odisha Staff Selection Commission (OSSC)
Post Category: Group-B and Group-C Specialist Posts
Total Vacancies: 199
Online Registration Dates: June 9, 2026, to July 8, 2026
Last Date for Application Submission: July 11, 2026
Application Mode: Online Only
Official Website: www.ossc.gov.in
Detailed Vacancy Breakdown for OSSC CGLRES 2025
A total of 199 vacancies is available across 16 different roles. Key posts and their vacancy numbers include:
Food Safety Officer (Commissioner of Food Safety, Odisha) – 84 vacancies (Pay Level-9)
Senior Economic Investigator (Planning & Convergence Department) – 16 vacancies (Pay Level-9)
Librarian in DIETs/BIETs (Directorate of TE & SCERT) – 30 vacancies (Pay Level-7)
Assistant Embankment Inspector (EIC, Water Resources, Odisha) – 23 vacancies (Pay Level-7)
Laboratory Assistant (EIC, Water Resources, Odisha) – 20 vacancies (Pay Level-7)
Market Intelligence Inspector (FS & CW Department) – 5 vacancies (Group-C, Level-7)
Junior Laboratory Assistant (Directorate of Factories & Boilers) – 1 vacancy (Level-7)
Scribe (I & PR Department) – 2 vacancies (Level-4)
Other available posts include Senior Cost Assistant, Inspector of Legal Metrology, Laboratory Assistant (Legal Metrology), Computer Programmer, Graphic Designer, and Librarian (various departments). Candidates should refer to the official notification for the complete list.
Eligibility Criteria for OSSC CGL 2025
Before applying for the OSSC CGLRES 2025, candidates must ensure they meet the eligibility requirements regarding age, education, and language proficiency.
Age Limit (As of 01.01.2025)
Minimum Age: 21 Years
Maximum Age: 42 Years
Relaxation: 5 years for SEBC, SC, ST, and Women candidates; 10 years for PwD candidates.
Educational Qualification
The required qualifications vary by post. However, the general requirement is a Bachelor's Degree from a recognized university. For example:
Food Safety Officer: Bachelor’s/Master’s/Doctorate in Food Technology, Dairy Technology, Bio-Tech, Agricultural Science, or a Medical Degree (MBBS/BDS/BAMS).
Senior Economic Investigator: Bachelor’s (Hons) or PG in Economics, Applied Economics, Commerce, Mathematics, or Statistics.
Computer Programmer: B.Tech/B.E. in CS/IT or MCA.
Odia Language Proficiency
Candidates must be able to read, write, and speak Odia fluently. They must have passed Middle School with Odia as a subject or a Matriculation exam with Odia as a medium.
Application Fee and Refund Policy
Fee Amount: ₹500 for candidates other than SC, ST, and PwD.
Exemption: SC, ST, and PwD candidates are exempted from the fee.
Refund: The examination fee will be refunded to all candidates who actually appear in the first stage of the recruitment examination. Candidates must provide valid bank account details for the refund.
OSSC CGL 2025 Exam Pattern and Selection Process
The selection process consists of three stages:
Stage 1: Preliminary Examination
Marks: 150
Questions: 150 (MCQs)
Duration: 2.5 Hours
Negative Marking: 0.25 marks per wrong answer
Stage 2: Main Written Examination (Technical Paper)
Marks: 200
Questions: 100 (MCQs)
Duration: 2.5 Hours
Negative Marking: 0.50 marks per wrong answer
Note: Candidates for the post of Senior Economic Investigator must choose a specific subject for the Technical Paper.
Stage 3: Computer Skill Test & Certificate Verification
Depending on the post, candidates may have to qualify for a Computer Skill Test (Qualifying marks: 50%). Posts like Inspector of Legal Metrology and Laboratory Assistant are exempt from the computer test.
How to Apply Online for OSSC CGL 2025
Follow these steps to successfully submit your application for OSSC CGLRES 2025:
Visit the official OSSC website: www.ossc.gov.in.
Click on the "APPLY ONLINE" button for CGL Recruitment 2025.
Register as a "NEW USER" to generate your User ID and Password.
Log in and fill out the detailed application form with your personal, educational, and bank details.
Upload the required documents: Scanned photograph (20kb-100kb), signature/thumb impression (up to 20kb), and relevant certificates (100kb-500kb in PDF).
Pay the application fee (if applicable) via the Odisha Treasury portal.
Verify all details carefully and submit the form. Take a printout of the final application for future reference.
Important Instructions for Candidates
Language: The exam will be conducted in both Odia and English (except for the language paper). Candidates must choose their preference in the application form.
Normalization: The Commission will use a normalization formula if the exam is held in multiple shifts to ensure fairness.
Scribe Facility: PwD candidates with a permanent disability of 40% or more and having limitations in writing can avail of a scribe, subject to producing the required medical certificates.
Government Servants: Candidates currently working in Government/PSUs must upload a No Objection Certificate (NOC) .
Conclusion
The OSSC CGL 2025 recruitment is a prestigious opportunity for graduates in Odisha to secure a government job with excellent pay scales (Level 4 to Level 9). With 199 vacancies spread across technical and non-technical departments like Food Safety, Planning & Convergence, Water Resources, and Education, aspirants have a wide range of options.
Candidates are advised to read the official ADVT _CGLRES 2025 notification thoroughly before applying. The application window opens on June 9, 2026, and closes on July 8, 2026. Bookmark the OSSC website and start preparing for the Preliminary Examination based on the syllabus provided in the notification.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Disclaimer: This article is based on the official OSSC CGLRES 2025 notification. Candidates are advised to visit the official website for the latest updates and detailed instructions.
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