Post Name : OSSC Combined Technical
Advt No. : IIE-92/2025/5925/OSSC
Posts : 646
Odisha Staff Selection Commission (OSSC) has released the detailed advertisement (Advt. No. IIE-92/2025/5925/OSSC) for the Combined Technical Services Recruitment Examination (CTSRE)-2025. Applications are invited from eligible candidates through online mode to fill 646 Group-B and Group-C vacancies across various departments under the Government of Odisha.Before applying, be sure to read the official notification thoroughly.
| Form Mode | Job Location |
|---|---|
| Online Form | Odisha |
Odisha Staff Selection Commission (OSSC)
OSSC Combined Technical Service Exam 2026
www.NewJobs.co.in
Important Dates
- Online Application Start Date: 30.05.2026
- Last Date to Apply: 29.06.2026
- End Date of Fee Payment : 29.06.2026
- Submission of Online Application Form Deadline: 02.07.2026.
- Correction Date : Upto 05.07.2026
- Candidates are Advised to Verify the details on the Official Website.
Application Fees
- Standard Fee: Rupees Five Hundred (Rs. 500/-) for candidates other than SC, ST, and PwD categories.
- Refund Policy: The examination fee is refundable for candidates who actually appear in the recruitment examination. Candidates must provide active and accurate bank account details in their application for this refund.
- Pay the Examination Fee Through Credit Card, Debit Card, Net Banking/ Pay Offline Through E-Challan.
OSSC Combined Technical Service Exam 2026: Age Limits
Age Limits As On 01.01.2025
- Minimum Age : 21 Years
- Maximum Age : 42 Years
- An upper age relaxation of 5 years is applicable for SEBC, SC, ST, and all Women candidates.
- Candidates belonging to the PwD category are eligible for a 10-year age relaxation.
- The Age Relaxation Extra as per Rules
OSSC Combined Technical Service Exam Qualification
| Post Name | Qualification |
|---|---|
| Junior Engineer (Civil) | • Must possess a Diploma in Civil Engineering. • Candidates must be able to read, write, and speak Odia fluently. • Applicants must have passed the Middle School or HSC Examination with Odia as a language subject. |
| Architectural Assistant | • Must possess a Diploma in Architectural Assistantship. • Candidates must be able to read, write, and speak Odia fluently. • Applicants must have passed the Middle School or HSC Examination with Odia as a language subject. |
| Cameraman / Photographer / Sound Recordist / Mechanic / Video Film Editor | • Must have passed Higher Secondary (+2) along with a relevant Diploma/Degree in their respective fields. • Candidates must be able to read, write, and speak Odia fluently. • Applicants must have passed the Middle School or HSC Examination with Odia as a language subject. |
| Junior Draughtsman (Civil) / Tracer | • Must possess an HSC with an NTC pass in Draughtsman (Civil), along with required Computer Application and AutoCAD skills. • Candidates must be able to read, write, and speak Odia fluently. • Applicants must have passed the Middle School or HSC Examination with Odia as a language subject. |
OSSC Combined Technical Service Exam 2026: Post Wise
| Post Name | Department | Total Post | Pay Scale |
|---|---|---|---|
| Junior Engineer (Civil) | Engineer-in-Civil, Water Resources | 24 | Level-9, Cell-1 |
| Junior Engineer (Civil) | Director, Panchayati Raj, Panchayati Raj & Drinking Water Department | 450 | Level-9, Cell-1 |
| Junior Engineer (Civil) | Director, Municipal Administration | 132 | Level-9, Cell-1 |
| Architectural Assistant | Chief Architect, Odisha, Bhubaneswar | 23 | Level-9, Cell-1 |
| Cameraman | Information & Public Relations Department | 02 | Level-9, Cell-1 |
| Photographer | Information & Public Relations Department | 01 | Level-9, Cell-1 |
| Sound Recordist | Information & Public Relations Department | 01 | Level-9, Cell-1 |
| Mechanic | Information & Public Relations Department | 01 | Level-9, Cell-1 |
| Video Film Editor | Information & Public Relations Department | 02 | Level-9, Cell-1 |
| Junior Draughtsman (Civil) | Engineer-in-Chief-I, Rural Works, Odisha, Bhubaneswar | 07 | Level-8, Cell-1 |
| Tracer (State Cadre Field) | Engineer-in-Chief-I, Rural Works, Odisha, Bhubaneswar | 03 | Level-5, Cell-1 |
Selection Process
- Stage I (Preliminary Examination): A 150-mark MCQ test (duration: 150 minutes) covering Arithmetic, Data Interpretation, Logical Reasoning, Current Events, and Computer/Internet Awareness. There is a negative marking of 0.25 marks for each incorrect answer.
- Stage II (Main Written Examination): A 200-mark Technical Paper specific to the post (duration: 2 hours).
- Stage III (Certificate Verification): Document verification for candidates shortlisted based on Main Written Examination marks.
- Medical Examination
- Medical Examination
How to Apply for OSSC Combined Technical Service Exam 2026
- The applicants should go through the detail advertisement before filling up the online application form.
- The candidate may apply for the post as per her/his eligibility as per terms of the advertisement.
- All eligible candidates have to register themselves by clicking on “APPLY ONLINE” button on the home page of the Commission’s website www.ossc.gov.in.
- Those candidates who are applying for the first time have to register for the post by clicking on “NEW USER” button shown on the screen. On submitting the registration form a User Id and Password will be generated.
- On clicking “New user” or “Registered User“, instruction for filling up the Online Registration/ Re-registration and Application Forms shall appear on the computer screen. These instructions should be read carefully before proceeding with filling up the Application Form.
- Step-by-step procedure for registration/re-registration can be viewed by clicking on “Instruction to fill up Online Application Form”.
- Once your application is submitted, do not forget to print out a hard copy of the contribution details.
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Q1: What is the last date to submit the online application for OSSC CTSRE 2026?
The last date to submit the online application form is July 2, 2026. However, candidates must complete their online registration and fee payment by June 29, 2026.
Q2: Is there any application fee for the OSSC CTS recruitment?
Yes, candidates other than SC, ST, and PwD categories are required to pay an examination fee of Rs. 500/-. This fee is refundable for candidates who actually appear for the preliminary examination.
Q3: What is the age limit to apply for these Group B and C posts?
The minimum age limit is 21 years, and the maximum age limit is 42 years as of January 1, 2025. Upper age relaxations are provided for reserved categories like SEBC, SC, ST, PwD, and all Women candidates as per government rules.
