OSSC CGL 2026 Exam Date Out, Check Preliminary Examination Schedule

The OSSC CGL 2026 Vacancy has finally announced 1576 vacancies for Inspectors of Endowments, Auditors, Junior Assistants (HOD), Junior Assistants (District Office), Inspector of Cooperative societies, and other posts by the Odisha Staff Selection Commission on its official OSSC website.

These posts will be filled through eligible candidates who will pass the written examination and other stages as part of the recruitment process. The OSSC has announced the tentative exam date for the OSSC CGL Written examination 2026.

OSSSC CGL 2026 Exam Date Out

The OSSC is expected to conduct the OSSSC Combined Graduate Level Recruitment Examination (CGLRE) on 12 April 2026 at multiple exam centres in 30 districts in the state. All the candidates who applied for the various Graduate Level posts should check the exam details.

OSSC CGL 2025-26 Notification Out

The detailed notification has provided the complete information on OSSC CGL Recruitment to the candidates who are interested and can apply for the OSSC CGL Exam.

This notification includes all important details like vacancy, syllabus, application dates, eligibility criteria, selection process and more. Every candidate is advised to check before applying for the OSSC CGL 2025-26 posts; they must cross-check all the details to avoid the disqualification of the application form.

OSSC CGL 2025-26 Recruitment Highlights

The OSSC aims to recruit eligible candidates for various Group B and Group C posts through the OSSC CGL Recruitment 2025-26. For this purpose, they will accept the online applications from those candidates who will meet the criteria in terms of educational qualification and age limit.

After applying for  OSSC CGL posts, candidates will have to go through various stages, like the written exam (Prelims and Mains) and Certificate Verification.

OSSC CGL Update Official Notice 2025-26 Out

OSSC has clarified the additional computer qualification required for CGLE-2025 posts, like Auditor and Common Cadre Auditor.

Candidates must have computer proficiency, such as PGDCA, NIELIT ‘O’ Level, OS-CIT (OKCL), or any other recognized computer course from a recognized institution/board/university.

OSSC CGL 2025-26 Vacancy Details (Post-wise)

The OSSC CGL Notification offers a total of 1576 posts across various Group B and Group C positions under multiple state departments. The detailed vacancy distribution ensures opportunities for candidates from all categories.

OSSC CGL: Application Form Fee

The OSSC CGL application fee structure varies by category, with full exemptions provided to certain groups. Candidates should review the fee details carefully before proceeding with the online application.

Steps For Submitting The OSSC CGL Application Form

Here, for the convenience of candidates, we have provided the direct, simple and easy steps to apply for the Group B and Group C CGL posts on the official portal @ossc.gov.in. Every candidate who wants to apply for these OSSC CGL posts must follow the steps one by one and apply for it. These steps are given below

• Go to the Odisha Staff Selection Commission (OSSC) website.
• Navigate to the “Recruitment” or “OSSC CGL Application Form” section on the homepage.
• Click on the OSSC CGL 2025–26 application link.
• Complete the registration by providing basic details like your name, mobile number, and email ID.
• Log in using the credentials generated after successful registration.
• Fill out the application form with personal, educational, and other required information.
• Upload scanned copies of your photograph, signature, and other necessary documents in the prescribed format.
• Carefully review all details before submitting the form.
• Submit the application and take a printout of the confirmation page for future use.

OSSC CGL 2025 Photograph & Signature Guidelines

Candidates must upload their recent passport-size photograph and signature while filling out the OSSC CGL application form. These images should meet the specifications prescribed by the commission to avoid rejection of the form.

• The photograph should be recent, clear, and in color.
• It must have a light or white background.
• The candidate’s face should be clearly visible, without a cap or sunglasses.
• The signature must be done on white paper using black or blue ink.
• All images should be uploaded only in the prescribed JPG/JPEG format and within the specified file size

Eligibility Criteria for OSSC CGL Recruitment 2026

The eligibility criteria for OSSC CGL Recruitment 2025 define the essential educational qualifications and age requirements that candidates must meet to apply. Understanding these conditions is crucial to ensuring the successful submission of the application.

Educational Qualification

• Bachelor’s Degree in any discipline from a recognised university.
• Basic computer knowledge is required.
• Some posts may require a computer diploma or certification.

Age Limit

• Minimum: 21 years
• Maximum: 42 years
  Relaxations applicable for SC, ST, SEBC, Women, and PwD categories.

General Eligibility Criteria

• Passed Middle School with Odia as a subject, or
• Passed HSC with Odia as the medium, or
• Studied Odia as a subject in Class 7 or above from a recognized school, or
• Passed an Odia language test conducted by the Odisha Government.

OSSC CGL 2025-26 Important Dates

The OSSC CGL Important dates 2025-26 include details about the application process and exam schedule.

OSSC CGL Prelims Exam Pattern

• The exam will have 150 multiple-choice questions for 150 marks.
• Total exam time is 150 minutes.
• 0.25 marks will be deducted for each wrong answer.
• Questions will be of 10th standard level.

OSSC CGL Selection Process

The OSSC CGL selection process is conducted in multiple stages to select eligible candidates for various Group B and Group C posts. It starts with a preliminary examination, followed by the main written examination for shortlisted candidates.

Those who qualify the mains exam are called for certificate verification. The final selection is based on performance in the mains examination and successful document verification. Candidates must qualify at each stage to move to the next phase.

OSSC CGL Selection Process – Stages

• Preliminary Examination
• Main Written Examination
• Certificate Verification
• Final Merit List

OSSC CGL Minimum Qualifying Marks

To move ahead in the selection process, candidates must secure the minimum qualifying marks set by OSSC. These marks vary according to the candidate’s category and are used to shortlist candidates for the next stage.

Note: Securing minimum qualifying marks does not guarantee final selection. Final merit is prepared based on overall performance and cut-off marks.