Quick Overview
The Odisha Subordinate Staff Selection Commission (OSSSC) is hiring 1,518 candidates for three amazing positions: Forester, Forest Guard, and Excise Constable. This is a massive opportunity for 10th and 12th pass students across Odisha to secure a government job with excellent salary and career growth.
🏢 Organization Details
| Aspect | Details |
|---|---|
| Recruiting Organization | Odisha Subordinate Staff Selection Commission (OSSSC) |
| State | Odisha |
| Official Website | www.osssc.gov.in |
| Application Mode | Online Only |
| Job Type | Full-Time / Permanent |
| Post Category | Group-C |
💼 Total Vacancies: 1,518 Posts
| Post Name | Total Vacancies | Department |
|---|---|---|
| Forester | 47 | Forest, Environment & Climate Change |
| Forest Guard | 896 | Forest, Environment & Climate Change |
| Excise Constable | 575 | Excise Department |
| TOTAL | 1,518 | — |
📍 Detailed Vacancy Details by Post
1️⃣ FORESTER (47 Posts)
| Circle | UR (Women) | ST (Women) | SC (Women) | SEBC (Women) | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Angul Territorial | 3 (2) | 1 (—) | 1 (1) | — (—) | 8 |
| Baripada Territorial | 1 (—) | — (—) | — (—) | — (—) | 1 |
| Berhampur Territorial | 7 (4) | 1 (—) | 1 (1) | 1 (—) | 15 |
| Koraput Territorial | 3 (1) | — (—) | — (—) | — (—) | 4 |
| Rourkela Territorial | 3 (1) | 2 (—) | 1 (—) | — (—) | 7 |
| Sambalpur Territorial | 6 (3) | 1 (—) | 1 (—) | 1 (—) | 12 |
| TOTAL FORESTER | — | — | — | — | 47 |
2️⃣ FOREST GUARD (896 Posts)
Vacancies are distributed division-wise and category-wise (UR, ST, SC, SEBC, Women, and Ex-Servicemen) across various forestry divisions and circles. Detailed breakup is available in the official notification.
3️⃣ EXCISE CONSTABLE (575 Posts)
| District | UR (W) | ST (W) | SC (W) | SEBC (W) | Total | Ex-Servicemen |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Angul | 7 (3) | 2 (1) | 3 (1) | 3 (1) | 21 | 1 |
| Balangir | 6 (3) | 5 (3) | 2 (1) | 2 (1) | 23 | 1 |
| Balasore | 14 (7) | 5 (3) | 5 (3) | 1 (—) | 38 | 1 |
| Bargarh | — (—) | 2 (1) | 2 (1) | 1 (—) | 7 | — |
| Bhadrak | 5 (3) | 3 (1) | 1 (1) | 1 (1) | 16 | — |
| … (Other Districts) | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| TOTAL EXCISE CONSTABLE | — | — | — | — | 575 | 13 |
🎓 Educational Qualifications
| Post | Minimum Education Required |
|---|---|
| Forester | +2 Science (10+2) from recognized board/institution with basic computer skills knowledge |
| Forest Guard | High School Certificate (10th Pass) from recognized board/institution |
| Excise Constable | +2 Examination (12th Pass) or equivalent from CHSE, Odisha or any recognized board |
Important Language Requirement: All candidates must be able to read, write, and speak Odia language. You must have passed any one of these:
- Middle English School Exam with Odia as language subject
- Matriculation with Odia as medium
- Class VII or above with Odia as language subject
- Odia test at ME School standard
💰 Salary & Benefits (Per Month)
| Post | Pay Scale | Pay Matrix Level | Starting Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| Forester | ₹25,500 – ₹81,100 | Level-7, Cell-1 | ~₹25,500 + allowances |
| Forest Guard | ₹19,900 – ₹63,200 | Level-4, Cell-01 | ~₹19,900 + allowances |
| Excise Constable | ₹19,900 – ₹63,200 | Level-4, Cell-01 | ~₹19,900 + allowances |
Additional Benefits:
- Government allowances (DA, HRA, etc.)
- Pension scheme eligibility
- Health and medical benefits
- Permanent employment with job security
⏳ Age Limit (as on 01-01-2025)
| Post | Minimum Age | Maximum Age | Age Relaxation |
|---|---|---|---|
| Forester | 18 years | 32 years | SC/ST/SEBC/Women: +5 years; PwD: +10 years |
| Forest Guard | 18 years | 32 years | SC/ST/SEBC/Women: +5 years; PwD: +10 years |
| Excise Constable | 21 years | 32 years | SC/ST/SEBC/Women: +5 years; PwD: +10 years |
Special Relaxation:
- Ex-Servicemen: Upper age relaxable by total period of defence service (max 6 months remaining on last date)
- Persons with Disabilities (PwD): 10 years relaxation
- Multiple Category: You get the most beneficial relaxation only
📅 Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Online Registration (New User) | 07-01-2026 |
| Re-registration (Existing User) | 07-01-2026 |
| Last Date for Registration & Re-registration | 31-01-2026 |
| Application Submission Start | 07-01-2026 |
| Last Date to Submit Application | 07-02-2026 |
| Written Test | Date to be announced |
| Physical Test (PSM/PET) | Date to be announced |
| Result Declaration | To be announced |
⚠️ Note: Submit your application well before the deadline to avoid last-minute server rush.
🎯 Selection Process
The recruitment follows a 3-stage process:
Stage 1: Written Test (100 Marks)
Test Details:
- Mode: Online (OMR or CBRE mode)
- Duration: 1.5 hours (90 minutes)
- Total Questions: 100 (MCQ)
- Total Marks: 100
Subject-wise Breakup:
| Subject | Questions | Marks |
|---|---|---|
| Mathematics | 20 | 20 |
| General Studies | 25 | 25 |
| English | 20 | 20 |
| Odia | 15 | 15 |
| Computer Knowledge | 20 | 20 |
Test Features:
- Questions are bilingual (except English & Odia subjects)
- In case of confusion, English version prevails
- Negative Marking: 0.25 marks deducted for each wrong answer
- Marking more than one option = wrong answer
- No penalty for unattempted questions
- Exam may be held on multiple dates/shifts with score normalization
Bonus Marks for Excise Constable:
- NCC ‘B’ Certificate: +1 mark
- NCC ‘C’ Certificate: +2 marks
Minimum Qualifying Marks:
- SC/ST/PwD/Ex-Servicemen/Sportsperson: 30%
- All other candidates: 35%
Stage 2: Physical Test (PSM & PET)
Who qualifies? Top 3 times the number of vacancies (category-wise) move to physical test.
Physical Standard Measurement (PSM):
Forester & Forest Guard:
- Men (UR/SEBC/SC): 168 cm height, 81 cm chest (unexpanded), 5 cm expansion
- Men (ST): 158 cm height, 81 cm chest with 5 cm expansion
- Women (All categories): 153 cm height, 76 cm chest with 5 cm expansion
- Color blindness is disqualifying
Excise Constable:
- Men (UR/SEBC): 168 cm height, 55 kg weight, 79–84 cm chest
- Men (SC/ST): 163 cm height, 50 kg weight, 76–81 cm chest
- Women (UR/SEBC): 158 cm height, 47.5 kg weight
- Women (SC/ST): 153 cm height, 45 kg weight
- Minimum 5 cm chest difference (unexpanded to expanded)
- No knock knees, bow legs, flat feet, varicose veins, squint, poor vision, color blindness
Physical Efficiency Test (PET):
Forester & Forest Guard:
- Men: 25 km walking in 4 hours
- Women: 16 km walking in 4 hours
Excise Constable:
- Men: 1.6 km running in 7 minutes + Long Jump 3.66 m (3 attempts)
- Women: 1.6 km running in 9 minutes + Long Jump 2.75 m (3 attempts)
Failure in any test = automatic disqualification
Stage 3: Document Verification & Counselling
- Document verification by district-level board
- Candidates choose post, district, circle, or division preference
- Final merit lists prepared based on test score and choice
- Appointment based on merit and availability
📑 How to Apply
Step-by-Step Application Guide:
- Visit Official Website: Go to www.osssc.gov.in
- Choose Your Path:
- New User? Click “Register / Apply Online” button
- Already Registered? Click “Re-register / Apply Online”
- Fill Registration Form: Complete all details with valid personal email and mobile number (active till recruitment ends)
- Create User ID & Password: You’ll use this for login
- Make Payment: Pay ₹500 examination fee (if not SC/ST/PwD)
- Payment modes: Net Banking, Credit Card, Debit Card, UPI
- SC/ST/PwDs are exempt from payment
- Login Again: Use your credentials to fill the actual application
- Upload Documents:
- Recent color passport photo (20–100 KB, JPG/PNG)
- Digital signature (20–50 KB, JPG/PNG)
- Fill All Details: Education, personal information, category, etc.
- Review Carefully: Double-check everything before submission
- Submit Application: Click final submit button
- Save Confirmation: Download and save your confirmation page
⚠️ Important:
- Incomplete applications will be rejected
- Use your own email and mobile number
- Registration ≠ Application; you must apply after registering
- Submit well before deadline
⚙️ Key Documents Required
Before starting your application, gather these documents:
- Education Certificates: 10th mark sheet, 12th mark sheet, degree (as applicable)
- Proof of Odia Proficiency: Certificate showing Odia language qualification
- Age Proof: Birth certificate / School leaving certificate / Passport
- Category Certificate: SC/ST/SEBC certificate (if applicable)
- Caste Certificate: Issued by competent authority
- PwD Certificate: Permanent Disability Certificate with 40%+ disability (if applicable)
- UDID Card: For persons with disabilities
- Character Certificate: From competent authority
- Sportsperson Certificate: Valid Sports Identity Card from Sports & Youth Services Dept (if applicable)
- Ex-Servicemen Certificate: Discharge certificate / Identity card (if applicable)
- Scanned Signature: Clear digital signature (20–50 KB)
- Scanned Photograph: Recent color passport size (20–100 KB)
- NCC Certificate: B or C certificate for bonus marks (Excise Constable only)
Note: For PwDs, you must clearly mention the disability type and functional classification in your application.
📌 Eligibility Checklist
Before applying, ensure you meet ALL these criteria:
✅ Citizenship: Indian citizen
✅ Character: Good character
✅ Marital Status: Single or legally married to one person
✅ Education: As per post requirements
✅ Age: Within specified limits
✅ Odia Language: Can read, write, and speak Odia
✅ Physical Fitness: Fit for the post (especially for Excise Constable)
✅ No Debarment: Not barred from government employment
Special Cases:
For Persons with Disabilities (PwD):
- Valid Disability Certificate with 40%+ disability
- Suitable for the post as per functional requirements
- Benchmark PwDs get 20 minutes extra per hour in written test
- Can use scribe if needed (with prior permission)
- Forester/Forest Guard: Only Leprosy Cured or Acid Attack Victims eligible
- Excise Constable: PwDs not eligible
For Ex-Servicemen:
- Must provide discharge certificate
- Must not have availed re-employment earlier under Odisha government
- Should have at least 6 months service left at cut-off date
For Sportspersons:
- Must possess valid Sportsperson Identity Card from Odisha Sports Dept
- Card must be valid on application submission date
💴 Application Fee & Refund Policy
| Category | Exam Fee | Status |
|---|---|---|
| General/SEBC/SC/ST | ₹500 | —— |
| SC/ST/PwD | FREE | Exempted |
Refund Details:
- Fee of ₹500 will be refunded to candidates who actually attend the examination
- Refund credited to the bank account/payment method used during registration
- No refund if you don’t appear for the exam
- Refund processing: Within 48 hours if transaction fails
📘 Important Links
| Resource | Link |
|---|---|
| Official Website | www.osssc.gov.in |
| Apply Online | Link opens 07-01-2026 |
| Official Notification PDF | Download from OSSSC website |
| Check Notification Details | Visit osssc.gov.in for Annexures I, II, III |
✅ Key Takeaways
🎉 1,518 government jobs with permanent status
💰 Attractive salary from ₹19,900 to ₹81,100 (as per post)
🏆 Reserved vacancies for SC/ST/SEBC/Women/PwD/Ex-Servicemen
📅 Extended deadline: Application closes 07-02-2026
🌳 Career growth in forestry and excise departments
🇮🇳 Across Odisha: Posts in multiple districts and circles
💡 Pro Tips for Success
- Start Early: Register from 07-01-2026 itself; don’t wait until last minute
- Prepare Documents: Gather all certificates now to avoid last-minute stress
- Read Carefully: Go through the full notification on osssc.gov.in
- Use Own Account: Never use borrowed email or phone number
- Check Eligibility: Verify you meet ALL requirements before applying
- Practice Tests: Start preparing for the written exam immediately
- Physical Fitness: Begin fitness training for PSM and PET now
- Keep Records: Save all confirmation details and application number
- Monitor Website: Regularly check osssc.gov.in for admit cards and updates
- Attend Tests: Attend all scheduled tests; absence = automatic rejection
⚠️ Important Notices
- The Commission reserves the right to conduct additional tests, reschedule, or cancel any/all parts of recruitment
- Candidates must fulfill all eligibility as on the last date of application submission
- Providing false information will lead to permanent disbarment from government employment
- No correspondence will be entertained regarding selection decisions
- Admission Letters will be uploaded on website only; no physical letters sent
- The decision of OSSSC is final and binding
Last Updated: 31 December 2025
For any doubts or updates, visit www.osssc.gov.in regularly or contact the commission directly.
Best of Luck! 🎯
