OSSSC CRE 2026: 3250 Vacancies for Revenue Inspector, ICDS Supervisor, VAW, JA, ARI, Amin, and SFS in Odisha – Apply Online
The Odisha Sub-Ordinate Staff Selection Commission (OSSSC) invites applications for its latest Combined Recruitment Examination-2025, aiming to recruit candidates for 3,250 permanent government positions in Group B and Group C categories.
These roles span multiple departments in Odisha, covering posts such as: Revenue Inspector (RI),ICDS Supervisor (exclusively for women), Village Agricultural Worker (VAW), Junior Assistant (JA), Assistant Revenue Inspector (ARI), Statistical Field Surveyor (SFS)
This recruitment operates on a district or range cadre basis, so selected individuals will serve in the specific district or range they select during application.
Government guidelines provide reservations for categories including SC, ST, SEBC), Women, Ex-Servicemen, Sportspersons, and PwD.
Candidates must apply exclusively online via the official portal There is no other submission methods will be considered.
OSSSC CRE 3250 Posts: Quick Overview
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Organisation Name | Odisha Sub-Ordinate Staff Selection Commission |
| Post Name | Revenue Inspector, ICDS Supervisor, VAW, JA, ARI, Amin, and SFS |
| Advertisement No. | 121/2025 |
| Total Vacancies | 3250 |
| Salary | According to positions |
| Job Location | Odisha |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Application Start Date | 07 January 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 31 January 2026 |
OSSSC CRE 2026 Vacancy Breakdown
Vacancies are district/range cadre and subject to change without notice. Detailed breakdowns with category reservations are in Annexures I-VII of the notification.
| Post | Group | Total Vacancies |
|---|---|---|
| Revenue Inspector (RI) | B | 165 |
| ICDS Supervisor | B | 286 |
| Village Agricultural Worker (VAW) | C | 520 |
| Junior Assistant (JA) | C | 1237 |
| Assistant Revenue Inspector (ARI) | C | 422 |
| Amin | C | 378 |
| Statistical Field Surveyor (SFS) | C | 242 |
| 3250 |
For Junior Assistant, district-wise and department-wise details are in Annexure-IV.A. Candidates for JA must belong to the applying district and have employment exchange registration there.
Eligibility Requirments
Qualification Criteria
- Revenue Inspector (RI): Bachelor’s degree in any subject from a recognized university + basic computer knowledge.
- ICDS Supervisor (Women only): Bachelor’s degree in Arts, Science, Commerce, or equivalent.
- Village Agricultural Worker (VAW): +2 Science or +2 Vocational in agriculture streams (Crop Production, Horticulture, or Farm Machinery). OUAT Agriculture Diploma holders get 5% bonus marks in the written exam.
- Junior Assistant (JA): Bachelor’s degree (+3) in Arts, Science, Commerce, or equivalent + computer skills.
- Assistant Revenue Inspector (ARI): 10+2 (Higher Secondary) or equivalent, OR Diploma in Engineering (AICTE-approved) + computer knowledge.
- Amin: 10+2 or equivalent, OR Diploma in Engineering (AICTE-approved) + computer knowledge.
- Statistical Field Surveyor (SFS): 10+2 from recognized boards like CHSE Odisha, CBSE, or CISCE.
Age Limit (as on 01 January 2025)
Age will be calculated based on the HSC (10th) certificate.
Post-wise Age Range:
- RI & ARI: 20 to 42 years
- ICDS Supervisor: 21 to 42 years (Women only)
- VAW, JA, Amin & SFS: 21 to 42 years
Age Relaxation
- SC / ST / SEBC: 5 years
- Women: 5 years (not applicable for ICDS Supervisor as it is women-only)
- Anganwadi Workers (ICDS): Extra 5 years
- PwD: 10 years (up to 15 years for SC/ST/SEBC PwD)
- Ex-Servicemen:
- RI & ICDS: 5 years
- Other posts: Service period will be excluded
Note: Only one age relaxation benefit is allowed if eligible under multiple categories.
Salary and Benefits
Appointments carry the following pay scales (Pay Matrix Level, Cell-01):
- RI & ICDS Supervisor: Rs. 35,400 – 1,12,400 (Level-9).
- VAW: Rs. 21,700 – 69,100 (Level-5).
- JA & ARI: Rs. 19,900 – 63,200 (Level-4).
- Amin & SFS: Rs. 18,000 – 56,900 (Level-3).
Benefits include allowances, pension, and other perks as per Odisha Government rules.
Selection Process of OSSSC CRE Vacancy 2026
Stage-I: Written Exam
- MCQ type, 100 marks, 1.5 hours
- Subjects: Maths, General Studies, English, Odia, Computer, Reasoning
- Negative marking: 0.25 mark
- Qualifying marks: 35% (UR/SEBC), 30% (Reserved)
- Candidates shortlisted 3× vacancies
Stage-II: Computer Skill Test
- Practical test, 50 marks, 1 hour
- 40% required to qualify
- Non-qualifying candidates will be rejected
Stage–III Document Verification
- Original documents required
- Selection is provisional after verification
Stage- IV Final Selection
- Based on merit and candidate choice
Application Schedule
- Online Registration / Re-registration:
From 07 January 2026 to 31 January 2026 - Online Application Submission:
From 07 January 2026 to 07 February 2026
Apply early to avoid issues.
Application Fees
| Category of Candidates | Fee Amount |
|---|---|
| Other Candidates | ₹500 |
| SC / ST / PwD | Nil |
Helpful Resources of OSSSC CRE 2026
| Download Official Notification (PDF) |
| Visit Official Website |
| Online Apply Portal |
| Join WhatsApp Channel |
| Join Telegram Group |
| Get More Job Details |
How to Apply Online
Applications only via official website
- Visit OSSSC website, click “Apply Online.”
- New Users: Register for User ID/Password.
- Registered Users: Login, re-register for this recruitment.
- Fill form with accurate details from certificates.
- Upload scanned photo , signature , and documents.
- Pay fee (if applicable), submit, and print confirmation.
For JA, upload employment exchange/resident certificate. Download admission letter later using credentials.
Know about Odisha Sub-Ordinate Staff Selection Commission
The Odisha Sub-Ordinate Staff Selection Commission (OSSSC) is a government recruitment body responsible for selecting eligible candidates for Group-C and Group-D posts in various departments of the Odisha state government. The commission conducts recruitment examinations, skill tests, and document verification to ensure a fair and transparent selection process.
OSSSC releases official notifications for different posts, invites online applications, and prepares merit lists based on prescribed selection criteria. Its main objective is to recruit qualified and capable candidates to support the administrative and field-level functions of the Odisha government.
