OSSC CHSL Notification 2025-26 Out for 124 Specialist Posts: Apply from 6 March 2026

The Odisha Staff Selection Commission (OSSC) has officially released the notification for the Combined Higher Secondary (10+2) Level Recruitment Examination 2025 for Specialist Posts. Through Advertisement No. JIE-44/2025-728/OSSC dated 2nd March 2026, a total of 124 vacancies have been announced under various departments of the Government of Odisha.

The recruitment includes posts such as Amin, Junior Fisheries Technical Assistant (JFTA), and Junior Forensic Attendant. Eligible candidates can apply online via the official website www.ossc.gov.in starting from 6th March 2026.

OSSC CHSL 2026: Key Highlights

• Organization: Odisha Staff Selection Commission (OSSC)
• Exam Name: Combined Higher Secondary (10+2) Level Specialist Recruitment 2025
• Advertisement No.: JIE-44/2025-728/OSSC
• Total Vacancies: 124
• Notification Release Date: 2 March 2026
• Online Application Start Date: 6 March 2026
• Last Date to Apply: 5 April 2026
• Official Website: www.ossc.gov.in

The recruitment process will be conducted as per the CHSL (10+2) Specialist Posts Rules, 2022 (as amended).

Important Dates

Event	Date
Notification Release	2 March 2026
Online Registration Start	6 March 2026
Last Date for Registration & Fee Payment	5 April 2026
Last Date for Application Submission	8 April 2026
Application Editing Window	6 March – 11 April 2026
Preliminary Exam	To be notified
Main Exam	To be notified

OSSC CHSL Notification 2025-26 PDF – [Click to Download]

OSSC CHSL Vacancy 2025-26 Details

A total of 124 vacancies have been distributed across three posts:

• Amin (Water Resources Department) – 15 posts (6 for Women)
• Junior Fisheries Technical Assistant (Fisheries Department) – 15 posts (5 for Women)
• Junior Forensic Attendant (State Forensic Science Laboratory) – 94 posts (30 for Women)

Eligibility Criteria

Candidates must carefully review the official notification before applying.

Educational Qualification

• Amin: +2 Arts/Science/Commerce or equivalent with Basic Computer Skill certificate
• Junior Fisheries Technical Assistant: +2 Vocational (Fisheries) OR +2 Science; must know swimming
• Junior Forensic Attendant: +2 Science from a recognized board

Odia Language Requirement

Applicants must be able to read, write, and speak Odia and meet at least one of the prescribed language conditions (Middle School/HSC with Odia, etc.).

Age Limit

• Minimum Age: 21 Years
• Maximum Age: 42 Years

Age Relaxation

• SEBC / SC / ST / Women: 5 Years
• PwD: 10 Years
• Ex-Servicemen: As per service rendered
• PwD (SC/ST): Additional cumulative relaxation

Application Fee

• General/UR Candidates: ₹500
• SC/ST/PwD Candidates: Exempted

The examination fee will be refunded to candidates who appear in the first stage of the exam.

How to Apply Online?

Interested candidates can follow these steps:

1. Visit www.ossc.gov.in
2. Click on “APPLY ONLINE” for CHSL Specialist Recruitment 2025
3. Complete New User Registration (if applicable)
4. Fill in personal and educational details
5. Upload required documents (photo, signature, thumb impression, certificates)
6. Pay the application fee (if applicable)
7. Review and submit the form
8. Download and print the application for future reference

Salary Details

Selected candidates will be appointed under Level-3 (Cell-1) of ORSP, 2017.

• Pay Scale: ₹21,700 – ₹57,800 (Approx.)
• Additional allowances and benefits as per Odisha Government rules

Conclusion

The OSSC CHSL Recruitment 2025-26 offers a valuable opportunity for 10+2 qualified candidates seeking government jobs in Odisha. With 124 Specialist vacancies across key departments, interested applicants should ensure they meet the eligibility criteria and complete their applications within the given timeline.

Candidates are advised to apply early and carefully follow the official notification guidelines to avoid last-minute issues.

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