Advt. No. 02/2026: The State Selection Board (SSB), Odisha, has released Advertisement No. 02/2026 on 16 April 2026, to fill 225 Librarian posts in Non-Government Aided Colleges under the Department of Higher Education, Government of Odisha. All interested and eligible candidates can apply online on the official portal at ssbodisha.ac.in. This article includes all major highlights of the Librarian posts, such as eligibility, selection process, vacancy and more.
SSB Odisha Librarian 2026 Notification PDF
The notification contains complete details regarding vacancy distribution, eligibility criteria, age limit, reservation rules, selection process, and application guidelines. Before applying online for the Librarian posts, every candidate must analyse to avoid any type of disqualification at the last minute. Also, for the convenience of candidates, we have provided the direct download link of notification PDF in the article below
SSB Odisha Librarian Recruitment 2026
Candidates who have a Bachelor’s degree in Library Science or an equivalent degree are eligible to apply for this recruitment. After applying for these posts, the selection process will be conducted through a competitive written examination based on the specified SSB Odisha Librarian syllabus. Below is the key summary of the SSB Odisha Librarian Recruitment 2026 as per the official notification.
| SSB Odisha Librarian Recruitment 2026: Overview | |
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Conducting Body | State Selection Board (SSB), Odisha |
| Advt. No. | 02/2026 |
| Post Name | Librarian |
| Department | Higher Education Department, Government of Odisha |
| Total Vacancies | 225 |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Opening Date | 27 April 2026 at 02:30 PM |
| Closing Date | 30. May 2026 at 11:45 PM |
| Age limit | 21 years to 42 years |
| Educational Qualification | Bachelor’s Degree in Library Science |
| Selection Process | Written Test (150 marks, 100 MCQs) |
| Negative Marking | 0.5 marks per incorrect answer |
| Application Fee (General) | ₹500 |
| Official Website | www.ssbodisha.ac.in |
Odisha Librarian Vacancy 2026: Category-wise
Through this recruitment, a total of 225 vacancies have been announced, including reservations for SC, ST, SEBC, Women, PwD, Ex-Servicemen, and Sportsperson categories. To get the detailed category wise vacancy details, candidates can refer to the table below
| Category | Total Vacancies | Women Vacancies |
|---|---|---|
| UR (Unreserved) | 113 | 36 |
| SEBC (Socially & Educationally Backward Classes) | 19 | 4 |
| SC (Scheduled Caste) | 35 | 9 |
| ST (Scheduled Tribe) | 58 | 18 |
| Total | 225 | 67 |
What are the Eligibility Criteria?
Candidates must fulfil the following conditions to be eligible for recruitment to the post of Librarian in Non-Government Aided Colleges under the Higher Education Department, Government of Odisha:
| Criteria | Details |
|---|---|
| Nationality | Citizen of India |
| Domicile | Domicile of the State of Odisha |
| Educational Qualification | Bachelor’s Degree in Library Science or equivalent from a recognised institution |
| Language Requirement | Must be able to speak, read, and write Odia; Odia as a subject in HSC or passed Middle School Odia test |
| Marital Status | Must not have more than one spouse living |
| Government Servants | Must produce a No Objection Certificate (NOC) from the employer |
SSB Odisha Librarian Apply Online 2026: Direct Link
As per the schedule, the online application process will start from 27th April 2026 on the official portal at ssbodisha.ac.in. All interested and eligible candidates must duly fill the online form with accurate details such as name, father’s name, mother’s name, Aadhaar number and others. Also, candidates must upload all original documents on the official portal. The last date to apply for these posts is 30 May 2026. Once the apply link is active, we will provide it directly in the article.
What is the Application Fee?
Candidates applying for the SSB Odisha Librarian Recruitment 2026 are required to pay the application fee as per their category. Applicants must pay the fee through the prescribed online mode while submitting the application form.
| Category | Application Fee |
|---|---|
| Scheduled Caste (SC) | ₹200 |
| Scheduled Tribe (ST) | ₹200 |
| Persons with Disabilities (PwD) | ₹200 |
| All Other Categories (General/UR/SEBC etc.) | ₹500 |
How to Apply Online For SSB Odisha Librarian Posts?
Candidates can follow the steps given below to apply for the SSB Odisha Librarian Recruitment 2026:
- Visit the official website of the State Selection Board, Odisha (ssbodisha.ac.in).
- Click on the “Online Application” link for Librarian Recruitment 2026 (Advt. No. 02/2026).
- Read all instructions carefully before starting the application process.
- Fill in the application form with accurate and required details.
- Enter your aggregate percentage of Graduation/Bachelor’s degree or equivalent qualification.
- Upload your recent passport-size photograph, scanned signature, and left-hand thumb impression as specified.
- Pay the application fee online through the official payment gateway (₹500 for General/Others and ₹200 for SC/ST/PwD).
- Submit the application form after verifying all entered details.
- Download the submitted application form after successful payment.
- Keep a copy of the application form safely for future use and document verification
Candidates must note that there will be no option to edit or modify the application form after final submission. Once the form is submitted, the details entered cannot be changed under any circumstances.
SSB Odisha Librarian Selection Process
The selection of candidates for the SSB Librarian recruitment 2026 will be conducted through through a competitive examination as detailed below.
- Written Test: The selection process shall be based only on a written test. The test carry a total 150 marks and will consists of Multiple choice questions. The duration of the examination will be two hours. The minimum qualifying marks are 40% for candidates in the Unreserved category and 30% for candidates belonging to SC/ST/SEBC and Pwd Categories.
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