Odisha Govt Jobs 2026: The Odisha Sub-Ordinate Staff Selection Commission (OSSSC) has officially published a fresh recruitment notification for Forester, Forest Guard, and Excise Constable posts under CRE-2025 (II).
Through this recruitment drive, OSSSC aims to fill 1,518 Group ‘C’ vacancies in the Forest, Environment & Climate Change Department and the Excise Department. Interested and eligible candidates can submit their applications online through the official portal www.osssc.gov.in. The last date to apply is 15 February 2026.
Odisha Govt Jobs 2026 Overview
| Particular | Details |
|---|---|
| Recruiting Authority | Odisha Sub-Ordinate Staff Selection Commission (OSSSC) |
| Post Name | Forester, Forest Guard, Excise Constable |
| Total Vacancies | 1,518 |
| Advertisement | CRE-2025 (II) |
| Job Category | Group C |
| Mode of Application | Online |
| Online Registration Start | 07 January 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 15 February 2026 |
| Official Website | www.osssc.gov.in |
Post-wise Vacancy Details
Overall Vacancy Distribution
| Post | Department | No. of Posts |
|---|---|---|
| Forester | Forest, Environment & Climate Change Dept. | 47 |
| Forest Guard | Forest, Environment & Climate Change Dept. | 896 |
| Excise Constable | Excise Department | 575 |
| Total | 1,518 |
Forester Circle-wise Vacancies (Annexure-I)
| Territorial Circle | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Angul | 8 |
| Baripada | 1 |
| Berhampur | 15 |
| Koraput | 4 |
| Rourkela | 7 |
| Sambalpur | 12 |
| Total | 47 |
Note: Detailed category-wise distribution for Forest Guard (Division-wise) and Excise Constable (District-wise) is available in Annexure-II and Annexure-III of the official notification.
Eligibility Criteria
Educational Qualification
| Post | Required Qualification |
|---|---|
| Forester | +2 Science from a recognized board with basic computer knowledge |
| Forest Guard | HSC / 10th pass from a recognized board |
| Excise Constable | +2 or equivalent from CHSE Odisha or any recognized board |
Age Limit (as on 01 January 2025)
| Post | Age Range |
|---|---|
| Forester | 18 – 32 years |
| Forest Guard | 18 – 32 years |
| Excise Constable | 21 – 32 years |
Age Relaxation
- SC / ST / SEBC / Women: 5 years
- PwD candidates: 10 years
- Ex-Servicemen: As per Odisha Government norms
Only one type of age relaxation is allowed, except PwD candidates belonging to SC/ST/SEBC categories who are eligible for cumulative relaxation.
Odia Language Requirement
Applicants must be able to read, write, and speak Odia and must satisfy at least one of the following:
- Passed ME School Examination with Odia as a subject
- Passed Matriculation with Odia as medium or non-language subject
- Studied Odia as a language subject in Class VII or above
- Qualified Odia language test conducted by the School & Mass Education Department
Application Fee
As per the Odisha Recruitment Examination Fees & Refund Rules, 2025:
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| UR / SEBC / Other | ₹500 |
| SC / ST / PwD | ₹0 (Exempted) |
Fee Guidelines
- Payment must be made online via Debit Card / Credit Card / Net Banking / UPI
- The ₹500 fee will be refunded to candidates who appear for the examination
- No refund if the candidate remains absent
- If payment fails and confirmation page is not generated, the amount will be auto-refunded within 48 hours
Salary Structure / Pay Scale
| Post | Pay Scale | Pay Matrix Level |
|---|---|---|
| Forester | ₹25,500 – ₹81,100 | Level-7, Cell-01 |
| Forest Guard | ₹19,900 – ₹63,200 | Level-4, Cell-01 |
| Excise Constable | ₹19,900 – ₹63,200 | Level-4, Cell-01 |
Selection Process – OSSSC Recruitment 2026
Stage I: Written Examination
- Total Marks: 100
- Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes
- Mode: OMR / CBRE (MCQ-based)
- Standard: High School level
| Subject | Questions | Marks |
|---|---|---|
| Mathematics | 20 | 20 |
| General Studies | 25 | 25 |
| English | 20 | 20 |
| Odia | 15 | 15 |
| Computer Knowledge | 20 | 20 |
| Total | 100 | 100 |
Negative marking: 0.25 mark per wrong answer
Minimum Qualifying Marks:
- SC / ST / PwD / Ex-Servicemen / Sportsperson: 30%
- All other categories: 35%
NCC Bonus (Excise Constable only):
- NCC ‘B’ Certificate: +1 mark
- NCC ‘C’ Certificate: +2 marks
Stage II: Physical Standard Measurement & Physical Efficiency Test
For Forester / Forest Guard
- Male: Walk 25 km in 4 hours
- Female: Walk 16 km in 4 hours
For Excise Constable
- Male: Run 1.6 km in 7 minutes, Long Jump 3.66 meters
- Female: Run 1.6 km in 9 minutes, Long Jump 2.75 meters
Failure in any physical event will lead to immediate disqualification.
Final Selection Stages
- Provisional Merit List
- Document Verification (District-level board)
- Counselling for Post and District/Circle preference
- Final Selection List
How to Apply for OSSSC Recruitment 2026?
Follow these steps to apply online:
- Visit the official website www.osssc.gov.in
- Click on Apply Online
- New candidates must complete One-Time Registration
- Existing users should use the Re-registration option
- Log in and fill out the application form carefully
- Upload photograph, signature, and required documents
- Pay the examination fee (if applicable)
- Submit the form before 15 February 2026
- Download and save the confirmation page
Important Instructions for Candidates
- Only online applications will be accepted
- Admit cards will be available on the OSSSC website only
- No physical copy will be sent by post
- Keep your registered mobile number and email active
- OSSSC’s decision regarding eligibility and selection will be final
OSSSC Forester, Forest Guard & Excise Constable – Important Links
- Extended Notification PDF: Available
- Apply Online: www.osssc.gov.in
- Official Notification: OSSSC portal
- Official Website: www.osssc.gov.in
This recruitment offers a great opportunity for candidates seeking a Group C government job in Odisha, especially in the Forest and Excise departments, with a strong salary structure and long-term career stability.