OSSC CHSL Recruitment 2026 Notification Out For 124 Posts

OSSC CHSL Recruitment 2026 notification has been released by the Odisha Staff Selection Commission (OSSC) on March 2, 2026. It is a recruitment drive to fill 124 vacancies for various Group B & C Specialist posts. These include positions such as Amin, Junior Fisheries Technical Assistant, and Junior Forensic Attendant. Interested candidates can apply online for the OSSC CHSL Recruitment 2026. The application window opened on March 6, 2026, and will close on April 5, 2026.

OSSC CHSL Recruitment 2026 Overview

The Odisha Staff Selection Commission (OSSC) conducts the Combined Higher Secondary (10+2) or equivalent recruitment examination. This year, the OSSC CHSL Recruitment 2026 is for Group-B & Group-C Specialist posts/services. This overview provides essential details regarding the examination.

OSSC CHSL Notification 2026

OSSC CHSL Notification 2026 is available on the official portal in a downloadable file format. Candidates can visit the OSSC website to get the officially announced details regarding the OSSC CHSL Recruitment. It can help the candidates to know the selection process, eligibility, and application process. They can fill out the online forms correctly. 

OSSC CHSL Notification 2026 PDF Download

OSSC CHSL Important Dates 2026

The details regarding the OSSC CHSL Important Dates 2026 have been provided in the table. Candidates can stay updated with the important events of the recruitment timeline. 

OSSC CHSL Vacancy 2026

OSSC CHSL Vacancy 2026 has been announced with 124 posts for the recruitment drive. Candidates can check the post-wise and category-wise vacancy distribution for the OSSC CHSL Recruitment 2026. 

 OSSC CHSL Application Form 2026

OSSC CHSL Application Form 2026 link will be active on the exam conducting authority’s official website. The application process will commence from March 6 to April 5, 2026. Candidates should meet the minimum eligibility requirements to apply online for the CHSL recruitment. Make the fee payment depending on the category accordingly for the final submission of the form. 

OSSC CHSL Application Fee

• General: Rs. 500/-

• SC/ST/ PWD: Rs. 350/-

• PH: Rs. 250/-

 OSSC CHSL Application Form 2026 (Link Active Soon)

OSSC CHSL Eligibility 2026

Candidates applying for the OSSC CHSL Recruitment 2026 must fulfil specific eligibility criteria. OSSC CHSL Eligibility 2026 requirements related to nationality, age limit, and educational qualifications. Meeting these conditions is mandatory for consideration.

Educational Qualification

The minimum educational qualifications vary depending on the specific post within the OSSC CHSL Recruitment 2026.

• Amin under EIC (Water Resources): Candidates must have passed +2 (Arts / Science / Commerce) or an equivalent qualification recognised as equivalent to the +2 examination. A Computer Skill Certificate is also required.

• Junior Fisheries Technical Assistant: Candidates should have passed +2 Vocational (Fisheries) from CHSE / University and must possess swimming knowledge. If Vocational (Fisheries) is not available, candidates with +2 Science are also eligible.

• Junior Forensic Attendant: Applicants must have passed +2 Science from a recognised Board or Institution.

Age Limit

• 21 to 42 years apply for the recruitment.

OSSC CHSL Selection Process 2026

OSSC CHSL Selection Process 2026 is designed to evaluate candidates' aptitude and skills for the respective posts. It comprises multiple stages, each with specific criteria for progression.

• Preliminary Exam: Prelims examconsists of multiple-choice questions for 150 marks and a duration of 2 hours. There is a negative marking of 0.25 marks for each incorrect answer. This examination is qualifying in nature.

• Main Exam: Candidates who qualify in the preliminary exam (approximately 5 times the number of vacancies, category-wise and post-wise) will be invited for this stage. This examination is for 200 marks and has a duration of 3 hours. Marks obtained in the Main Examination are considered for the final merit list.

• Document Verification: Successful candidates from the Main Examination will undergo document verification. Failure to attend this stage will result in disqualification from the recruitment process.

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