OSSC Civil Defence Instructor Recruitment 2026 Notification Out For 07 Senior Store Inspector Posts

The Odisha Staff Selection Commission (OSSC) has officially announced the notification for the OSSC Civil Defence Instructor Recruitment 2026 of Civil Defence Instructor & Senior Store Inspector in the Directorate of Fire & Emergency Services, Home Guards and Civil Defence, Odisha. As per the official notification, the recruitment drive aims to fill a total of 07 vacancies (Group B). The online application process is scheduled to commence from 25th March 2026 and will conclude on 27th April 2026.

OSSC Civil Defence Instructor Recruitment 2026 Out

This recruitment presents a significant opportunity for eligible graduates in Odisha seeking a government career in the state’s civil defence and emergency services sector. The selection will be based on a three-stage process comprising a Written Examination, Physical Measurement Test (PMT), Physical Efficiency Test (PET), and Certificate Verification.

What Are The Eligibility Criteria?

As per the official notification issued by the Odisha Staff Selection Commission (OSSC) for the Civil Defence Instructor & Senior Store Inspector Recruitment 2026, candidates must fulfill specific eligibility conditions to apply and these are:

• Educational Qualification 
  • Must possess a Bachelor’s Degree in any discipline from a recognized University.
  • Must have basic knowledge of Computer Skills.
• Language Proficiency (Odia)
  • Passed Odia as a language subject in Class VII or above; OR
  • Passed a test in Odia of Middle English School standard conducted by the School and Mass Education Department, Govt. of Odisha.
• Age Limit
  • Minimum Age: 21 Years
  • Maximum Age: 32 Years

Age Relaxation: 5 years for SEBC, SC, ST, and all Women candidates. Ex-servicemen get relaxation based on their service

Application Fee Details

The application fee for General, OBC, and SEBC candidates is ₹500, which is refundable to those who actually appear in the written examination. SC, ST, and PwD candidates are exempted from paying any fee. Payment must be made online through the Odisha Treasury portal between 25th March and 24th April 2026.

OSSC Civil Defence Instructor Notification 2026 Application Link

The OSSC Civil Defence Instructor Recruitment 2026 application link will be available on the official website of the Odisha Staff Selection Commission (OSSC). Candidates can apply online through the official portal from 25 March to 27 April 2026. A direct link will be provided below for candidates to apply online once the link is active.

Steps To Apply For OSSC Civil Defence Instructor Recruitment 2026

Candidates can apply For this recruitment by following these steps:

• Go to the official website of OSSC at ossc.gov.in
• On the homepage, look for the “Apply Online” link for Civil Defence Instructor / Senior Store Inspector Recruitment 2026
• Click on “New User” to register yourself if you are applying for the first time
• Enter your basic details such as name, mobile number, and email ID in the registration form
• Use these credentials to log in to the application portal
• Once logged in, you will see the online application form
• Fill in all the required details carefully including personal information, educational qualifications, category, and bank account details for fee refund
• Upload scanned copies of your recent passport size photograph, signature, left or right thumb impression, and necessary certificates
• After uploading, proceed to pay the application fee if you are not from SC, ST, or PwD category
• The fee is ₹500 and can be paid online through debit card, credit card, UPI, or net banking via the Odisha Treasury portal
• Before final submission, review all the details entered in the form to ensure there are no mistakes
• Once you are satisfied, click on the Submit button
• Download this confirmation page and take a printout for future reference