OSSSC CRE Recruitment 2026 : The Odisha Sub-Ordinate Staff Selection Commission (OSSSC) has officially released the OSSSC CRE Recruitment 2026 Notification for 3,250 vacancies under the Combined Recruitment Examination (CRE). This is a golden opportunity for candidates looking for stable Odisha government jobs in departments like Revenue, Women & Child Development, Agriculture, Finance, and Planning.
The recruitment includes posts such as Revenue Inspector (RI), Assistant Revenue Inspector (ARI), Amin, ICDS Supervisor, Junior Assistant (JA), Village Agricultural Worker (VAW), and Statistical Field Surveyor (SFS).
Eligible candidates with 10+2, Diploma, Graduation, or Post-Graduation qualifications can apply online through the official website osssc.gov.in from 07 January 2026.
OSSSC CRE Recruitment 2026 – Overview
| Organization Name | Odisha Sub-Ordinate Staff Selection Commission (OSSSC) |
| Exam Name | Combined Recruitment Examination (CRE) 2026 |
| Post Name | Revenue Inspector (RI), ICDS Supervisor, Village Agricultural Worker (VAW), Junior Assistant (JA), Assistant Revenue Inspector (ARI), Amin & Statistical Field Surveyor (SFS) |
| Total Vacancies | 3250 |
| Qualification | Post-wise educational qualifications and other eligibility conditions as prescribed in the Detailed Advertisement for CRE-2025. |
| Mode of Application | Online |
| Salary | Revenue Inspector, ICDS Supervisor: Pay Scale ₹ 35400–112400, Pay Matrix Level-9, Cell-01 Village Agricultural Worker: Pay Scale ₹ 21700–69100, Pay Matrix Level-5, Cell-01 Junior Assistant, Assistant Revenue Inspector: Pay Scale ₹ 19900–63200, Pay Matrix Level-4, Cell-01 Amin, Statistical Field Surveyor: Pay Scale ₹ 18000–56900, Pay Matrix Level-3, Cell-01 |
| Age Limit | 42 years as on 1st January, 2025 (post-wise as specified with admissible relaxations). |
| Start Date to Apply | 07.01.2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 31.01.2026 |
| Selection Proces | 1. Preliminary Test 2. Practical Skill Test |
| Official Website | osssc.gov.in |
OSSSC CRE Vacancy Details 2026
| Post Name | Group | Department | Vacancies | Pay Scale |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Revenue Inspector (RI) | Group B | Revenue & DM | 165 | ₹35,400 – 1,12,400 |
| ICDS Supervisor | Group B | W & CD | 286 | ₹35,400 – 1,12,400 |
| Village Agricultural Worker (VAW) | Group C | Agriculture | 520 | ₹21,700 – 69,100 |
| Junior Assistant (JA) | Group C | Multiple | 1,237 | ₹19,900 – 63,200 |
| Assistant Revenue Inspector (ARI) | Group C | Revenue | 422 | ₹19,900 – 63,200 |
| Amin | Group C | Revenue | 378 | ₹18,000 – 56,900 |
| Statistical Field Surveyor (SFS) | Group C | Planning | 242 | ₹18,000 – 56,900 |
| Total | 3,250 |
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Eligibility Criteria for OSSSC CRE Recruitment 2026
Educational Qualification (Post-wise)
| Posts | Educational Qualification |
| Revenue Inspector (RI) | Bachelor’s Degree in any discipline from a recognized University with knowledge in computer application. |
| ICDS Supervisor | Bachelor’s Degree in Arts, Science or Commerce or its equivalent. Only women candidates. |
| Village Agricultural Worker (VAW) | Candidate must passed +2 Science or +2 Vocational course in Agriculture related subject with Crop Production (CP) / Horticulture (HORT) / Repair and Maintenance of Power Driven Farm Machinery (PDFM) from a recognized Board/Council/Institution or Diploma in Agriculture Polytechnic under OUAT is desirable and carries 5% extra marks in Written Test. |
| Junior Assistant (JA) | Candidate must passed a graduation in Arts/Science/Commerce or equivalent |
| Assistant Revenue Inspector (ARI) | Candiate must Passed Higher Secondary Examination (10+2) conducted by CHSE, Odisha or equivalent, or Diploma in Engineering from Institution under State Council for Technical Education & Vocational Training, Odisha affiliated to AICTE, having knowledge in computer application. |
| Amin | Candidate must Passed 10+2) conducted by CHSE, Odisha or equivalent, or Diploma in Engineering from Institution under State Council for Technical Education & Vocational Training, Odisha affiliated to AICTE, with knowledge in computer application (as per detailed table text |
| Statistical Field Surveyor (SFS) | Passed 10+2 examination conducted by CHSE, Odisha or CBSE or CISCE or any other examination equivalent. |
Odia Language Requirement
Candidates must be able to read, write, and speak Odia, with proof through academic qualification or Odia language test.
Age Limit (As on 01 January 2025)
| Post | Age Limit |
|---|---|
| RI / ARI | 20 – 42 Years |
| ICDS Supervisor | 21 – 42 Years |
| VAW / JA / Amin / SFS | 21 – 42 Years |
Age Relaxation
- SC / ST / SEBC: +5 Years
- Women: +5 Years
- PwD: +10 Years
- Ex-Servicemen: As per rules
- Anganwadi Workers (ICDS Supervisor): +5 Years
OSSSC CRE Recruitment 2026 Salary
| Posts | Pay Scale | Pay Matrix Level |
| Revenue Inspector (RI) | ₹35400– 112400 | Level 9 |
| ICDS Supervisor: | ₹35400– 112400 | Level 9 |
| Village Agricultural Worker (VAW) | ₹21700– 69100 | Level 5 |
| Assistant Revenue Inspector (ARI) | ₹19900– 63200 | Level 4 |
| Junior Assistant (JA) | ₹19900– 63200 | Level 4 |
| Amin | ₹18000– 56900 | Level 3 |
| Statistical Field Surveyor (SFS) | ₹18000– 56900 | Level 3 |
OSSSC CRE Recruitment 2026 Application Fee
As per Odisha Recruitment Examination Fees & Refund Rules, 2025:
| Category | Application Fees |
| General / OBC: | ₹500 |
| SC / ST / PwD | Nil |
OSSSC CRE Recruitment 2026 – Important Dates
| Events | Dates |
| Detailed Notification PDF | 30 December 2025 |
| Online Registration Start | 07 January 2026 |
| Last Date to Register | 31 January 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 07 February 2026 |
| Last Date to Pay Fee | 31 January 2026 |
OSSSC CRE Recruitment 2026 Selection Process
The OSSSC CRE 2026 selection process consists of three stages:
Stage-I: Written Examination
- Mode: MCQ (OMR / CBRE)
- Total Marks: 100
- Duration: 1.5 Hours
Stage-II: Computer Skill Test
- Marks: 50
- Duration: 1 Hour
- Qualifying Nature (40% minimum)
Stage-III: Document Verification & Counselling
Final selection will be based on merit-cum-preference.
OSSSC CRE Recruitment 2026 Exam Pattern
| Subject | Marks |
|---|---|
| Mathematics | 20 |
| General Studies | 20 |
| English | 20 |
| Odia | 15 |
| Computer | 15 |
| Logical Reasoning | 10 |
- Negative Marking: 0.25 per wrong answer
- Minimum Qualifying Marks:
- SC/ST/PwD: 30%
- Others: 35%
Cut-Off Marks (Expected)
| Category | Expected Cut-off |
|---|---|
| General | 65–70 |
| OBC | 60–65 |
| SC | 50–55 |
| ST | 45–50 |
(Actual cut-off may vary)
Documents Required
- Educational Certificates
- Odia Language Proof
- Caste Certificate (if applicable)
- PwD / Ex-Serviceman Certificate
- Photo & Signature
- Employment Exchange Certificate (for JA)
Who Should Apply?
- Odisha domicile candidates
- Freshers & experienced aspirants
- Women candidates (especially for ICDS Supervisor)
- Candidates seeking secure government jobs with good salary
Why This Job Is Important for You?
- Permanent Odisha Government Job
- Attractive salary up to ₹1.12 lakh per month
- Job security & promotions
- Multiple posts under one exam
- Ideal for 10+2, Diploma & Graduate candidates
How to Apply Online for OSSSC CRE Recruitment 2026
- Visit OSSSC website www.osssc.gov.in and click on “Apply Online”.
- Registration (New User): Fresh candidates who have not registered earlier for any recruitment of OSSSC must complete Registration by providing required details and uploading full specimen signature and passport-size photograph in prescribed formats and sizes.
- Re-registration (Registered User): Candidates already registered for any other OSSSC post must login using existing User ID and select “Re-registration” option for this post.
- Mere Registration / Re-registration does not mean filing of online application; candidates must login again and fill and submit the detailed Online Application Form as per instructions on the screen.
- Fill in all data and information as per certificates/records, upload required documents, and make Examination Fee payment (if applicable) through available online payment modes.
- Ensure that the photograph and signature uploaded are clearly identifiable/visible; otherwise registration/application is liable to rejection.
- Use own valid personal e-mail ID and mobile number with validity till completion of recruitment process for receiving Activation Key, alerts, and for downloading Admission Letters; do not share or change this contact during the process.
- Submit online application well in advance without waiting for the last date to avoid last-hour rush.
- Take printout of Confirmation Page after successful submission and fee payment (where applicable).
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FAQs – OSSSC CRE Recruitment 2026
Q1. What is the starting date to apply for OSSSC CRE 2026?
The start date to for the OSSSC CRE Recruitment 2026 is 07 January 2026.
Q2. What is the last date to apply online?
The last date to apply online for OSSSC CRE Recruitment 2026 is 07 February 2026.
Q3. How many vacancies are released?
Total 3,250 posts.
Q4. Is OSSSC CRE exam conducted online?
Yes, MCQ-based (CBRE / OMR).
Q5. Is there negative marking?
Yes, 0.25 marks deducted per wrong answer.
Q6. Can freshers apply for OSSSC CRE 2026?
Yes, freshers are eligible.
Conclusion
The OSSSC CRE Recruitment 2026 is one of the biggest Odisha government job opportunities this year. With 3,250 vacancies, simple eligibility, and a transparent selection process, this recruitment is ideal for candidates aiming for long-term career stability. If you meet the eligibility criteria, do not miss this chance—apply online before the last date.