Overview
Odisha Staff Selection Commission (OSSC) has announced a golden opportunity for postgraduate candidates to build their teaching careers. Apply now for 102 positions including Teacher Educators, Physical Education Instructors, and Art Education Instructors across various disciplines.
Organization: Odisha Staff Selection Commission (OSSC)
Total Vacancies: 102 Posts
Post Type: Teacher Educator, Physical Education Instructor, Art Education Instructor
Job Type: Regular/Permanent
Application Mode: Online only
Official Website: www.ossc.gov.in
📅 Important Dates
| Activity | Date |
|---|---|
| Online Registration Starts | 12 January 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply Online | 11 February 2026 |
| Application Submission Deadline | 14 February 2026 |
| Last Date for Editing Application | 17 February 2026 |
| Preliminary Examination | March/April 2026 (Tentative) |
📍 Vacancy Details
Subject-wise Distribution
| Post Name | Total Posts |
|---|---|
| Teacher Educator in Foundation Course | 16 |
| Teacher Educator in Science | 07 |
| Teacher Educator in History | 02 |
| Teacher Educator in Geography | 01 |
| Teacher Educator in Economics | 02 |
| Teacher Educator in Political Science | 02 |
| Teacher Educator in Mathematics | 10 |
| Teacher Educator in Odia | 04 |
| Teacher Educator in English | 09 |
| Physical Education Instructor | 21 |
| Art Education Instructor | 28 |
| Total | 102 |
Category-wise Breakdown
| Post | UR | SEBC | SC | ST | Total | Women |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Teacher Educator (Foundation) | 09 | 01 | 04 | 02 | 16 | 05 |
| Teacher Educator (Science) | 03 | – | 01 | 03 | 07 | 02 |
| Teacher Educator (History) | 01 | 01 | – | – | 02 | – |
| Teacher Educator (Geography) | – | – | – | 01 | 01 | – |
| Teacher Educator (Economics) | 01 | – | – | 01 | 02 | – |
| Teacher Educator (Political Science) | – | – | 01 | 01 | 02 | – |
| Teacher Educator (Mathematics) | 02 | 01 | 02 | 05 | 10 | 04 |
| Teacher Educator (Odia) | 02 | 01 | – | 01 | 04 | 01 |
| Teacher Educator (English) | 04 | 02 | 01 | 02 | 09 | 03 |
| Physical Education Instructor | 11 | 01 | 04 | 05 | 21 | 07 |
| Art Education Instructor | 14 | 03 | 05 | 06 | 28 | 10 |
| Total | 47 | 10 | 18 | 27 | 102 | 32 |
Note: UR = Unreserved, SEBC = Socially and Educationally Backward Classes, SC = Scheduled Caste, ST = Scheduled Tribe, W = Women
🎓 Educational Qualifications
Teacher Educator Positions:
Foundation Course:
- Post-Graduation in Education/Philosophy/Sociology/Psychology with minimum 50% marks
- B.El.Ed or B.Ed. or D.El.Ed with 50% marks OR M.Phil. or Ph.D. in Education
Science:
- Post-Graduate Degree in Science (Physics/Chemistry/Botany/Zoology/Mathematics/Geography/Geology) with minimum 50% marks
- M.Ed. with minimum 50% marks
History:
- M.A. in History with minimum 50% marks
- M.Ed. with minimum 50% marks
Geography:
- M.A. in Geography with minimum 50% marks
- M.Ed. with minimum 50% marks
Economics:
- M.A. in Economics with minimum 50% marks
- M.Ed. with minimum 50% marks
Political Science:
- M.A. in Political Science with minimum 50% marks
- M.Ed. with minimum 50% marks
Mathematics:
- M.A. or M.Sc. in Mathematics with minimum 50% marks
- M.Ed. with minimum 50% marks
Odia:
- M.A. in Odia with minimum 50% marks
- M.Ed. with minimum 50% marks
English:
- M.A. in English with minimum 50% marks
- M.Ed. with minimum 50% marks
Physical Education Instructor:
- Master Degree in Physical Education (M.P.Ed) with minimum 50% marks
Art Education Instructor:
- Master Degree in Fine Arts (Visual Arts) with minimum 50% marks OR
- Master Degree in Performing Arts (Music/Dance/Theatre) with minimum 50% marks
💰 Salary Details (per month)
Pay Scale: ₹35,400 – ₹1,12,400
Pay Level: Level-9, Cell-1 (as per ORSP Rules, 2017)
All positions are regular appointments with attractive government pay structure including DA, HRA, and other allowances as applicable.
🎯 Selection Process
The selection will be conducted in three stages:
Stage I – Preliminary Examination:
- Total Marks: 150
- Computer-Based Recruitment Examination (CBRE) or OMR mode
Stage II – Main Written Examination:
- Technical Paper(s): 200 Marks
- Subject-specific examination
Stage III – Certificate Verification:
- Document verification of shortlisted candidates
- Original certificates required
Important: The Commission may use normalization formula if the examination is conducted in multiple batches with different question sets.
⏳ Age Limit
As on 01 January 2025:
- Minimum Age: 21 years
- Maximum Age: 42 years
Age Relaxations:
- SEBC/SC/ST/Women candidates: 5 years
- PwD candidates: 10 years
- Ex-Servicemen: Total period of service rendered in defence
- PwD candidates in SC/ST category: Cumulative relaxation of 10 years
Note: Candidates eligible for multiple relaxations can claim only the most beneficial one.
📑 How to Apply
Step-by-Step Application Process:
- Visit Official Website: Go to www.ossc.gov.in
- Click on “APPLY ONLINE” button on the homepage
- New Users: Click “NEW USER” to register
- Submit registration form
- Receive User ID and Password
- Registered Users: Login with existing credentials
- Fill Application Form:
- Read all instructions carefully
- Enter personal details
- Upload required documents
- Select post preference
- Pay Application Fee:
- General/SEBC: ₹500 (will be refunded to candidates who appear in exam)
- SC/ST/PwD: Exempted
- Payment through Odisha Treasury portal
- Submit Application before 14 February 2026
- Edit if Required: Editing allowed until 17 February 2026
Important Tips:
- Apply well in advance to avoid last-minute rush
- Keep valid email ID and mobile number active
- Save application number for future reference
- Download filled application form for records
⚙️ Key Documents Required
For Online Application:
- Recent passport-size photograph
- Scanned signature
- Educational certificates (Post-Graduation, B.Ed/M.Ed/M.P.Ed/Fine Arts)
- Category certificate (if applicable)
- Age proof
- NOC from employer (if government servant)
For Certificate Verification (Original + Photocopies):
- All educational certificates and mark sheets
- Caste certificate (for reserved category)
- PwD certificate (if applicable)
- Experience certificates (if any)
- Identity proof (Aadhaar/Voter ID/PAN)
- NOC from employer (for government servants)
📘 Important Links
| Resource | Link |
|---|---|
| Apply Online | Click Here |
| Official Notification | Download PDF |
| Official Website | Visit Portal |
Key Highlights:
✓ 102 permanent teaching positions across Odisha ✓ Attractive salary up to ₹1,12,400 per month ✓ Regular government job with all benefits ✓ Women encouraged to apply – 32 positions reserved ✓ Application fee refundable for candidates appearing in exam ✓ State Cadre posts – serve anywhere in Odisha ✓ Multiple subject options – choose as per your qualification
Important Notes:
- Maintain a valid and active email ID throughout the recruitment process
- All communications will be through email and website only
- No admission letters will be sent by post
- Incomplete applications will be rejected
- False information may lead to disqualification
- Multiple post applications allowed as per eligibility
- Download admit card from website only
Contact for Technical Support: Email: [email protected]



