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The Odisha Sub-Ordinate Staff Selection Commission (OSSSC) has released an official advertisement for the massive recruitment of Nursing Officer positions in 2026. A total of 5989 vacancies are available for District Cadre Group-C posts under the Health & Family Welfare Department of the Government of Odisha. Eligible candidates can submit their online application through the official website starting from 13 June 2026.
OSSSC Nursing Officer Recruitment 2026 Overview
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| OSSSC Nursing Officer Recruitment 2026 Advertisement No.:- IIE-54/2026-1962/OSSSC | |
| Recruitment Authority | Odisha Sub-Ordinate Staff Selection Commission (OSSSC) |
| Post Name | Nursing Officer (Group-C) |
| Total Vacancies | 5989 |
| Job Location | Odisha (All 30 Districts) |
| Start Date to Apply | 13 June 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 13 July 2026 |
| Qualification | +2 Pass, Diploma in GNM / BSc Nursing |
| Age Limit | 21 to 42 Years (As on 12 June 2026) |
| Selection Process | Written Examination (OMR/CBRE) & Document Verification |
| Salary | Pay Scale ₹29,200 - ₹92,300 (Pay Matrix Level-8) |
| Application Fees |
General / SEBC / OBC: ₹500/- SC / ST / PwD: Exempted (Nil) Note: Fee is fully refundable to candidates who appear in the test. |
| Application Mode | Online via www.osssc.gov.in |
| Syllabus & PYQs PDF | Download PDF |
| Official Notification | Download PDF |
| Official Website | OSSSC Official Site |
| 👉 Apply Online Now | |
Important Date
- Notification Released: 12 June 2026
- Online Registration Start: 13 June 2026
- Online Registration Last Date: 06 July 2026
- Submission of Online Application Start: 13 June 2026
- Submission of Online Application Last Date: 13 July 2026
- Exam Date: To be notified soon
- Admit Card: Available before exam
Age Limit
- Minimum Age: 21 Years
- Maximum Age: 42 Years
- Age Relaxation:
- SC / ST / SEBC / Women: 05 Years Relaxation
- Persons with Disabilities (PwDs): 10 Years Relaxation
- Cumulative relaxation for PwD under SC/ST/SEBC category is applicable.
- Contractual Nursing Officers & ASHAs: Upper age limit is 45 years
- Note: Kindly Read Full Official Notification Before Apply.
Application Fees
- UR / SEBC / Others: ₹500/-
- SC / ST / PwD Category: Exempted (No Fee)
- Fee Refund Rule: The fee of ₹500/- will be refunded to candidates who actually appear for the written examination.
Qualification
- Candidates must have passed +2 in the 10+2 system or its equivalent.
- Must possess a Diploma in GNM or BSc Nursing from any Medical College and Hospital of Odisha or institutions recognized by the Indian Nursing Council.
- Must possess a valid Registration or Renewal Certificate in the Nursing Council of the State of Odisha.
- Must be able to speak, read, and write Odia language and have passed a relevant Odia language test standard.
Full Eligibility
Candidates must fulfill all detailed educational and language criteria to apply for the OSSSC Nursing Officer Vacancy. Domicile parameters and council registrations are mandatory checkmarks.
| Post Name | Educational Criteria | Mandatory Requirements |
|---|---|---|
| Nursing Officer | +2 Science / Equivalent along with Diploma in GNM or B.Sc Nursing. | Valid registration with the Odisha State Nursing Council; Proficiency in reading, writing, and speaking Odia. |
Salary
The selected candidates for the post of Nursing Officer will receive an excellent monthly payout structure under the regular pay level guidelines of the state government.
| Post Name | Pay Scale Matrix | Pay Level |
|---|---|---|
| Nursing Officer | ₹29,200 - ₹92,300 | Pay Matrix Level-8, Cell-01 |
- Appointed candidates may also be deployed as Community Health Officers (CHOs) under the respective Appointing Authorities.
- The vacancies are of District Cadre, which means candidates will be posted and transferred within their allocated district.
Selection Process
The recruitment process for OSSSC Nursing Officer 2026 consists of highly objective selection tiers ensuring completely fair merit-based placements.
- Written Examination: A single-paper objective exam carrying 100 marks.
- Document Verification (DV): Candidates will be shortlisted based on written marks at a ratio not less than 1.25 times the vacancies.
- District Choice Allocation: Selection list compilation based on merit-cum-preference.
Exam Pattern
The written evaluation will comprise objective Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs) administered in either OMR or Computer Based Recruitment Examination (CBRE) mode.
| Subjects of Written Test | Number of Questions | Maximum Marks | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| Questions on Nursing Syllabus (As per GNM/BSc Course) | 60 | 60 | 2 Hours |
| Questions based on Practical Skills | 25 | 25 | |
| Arithmetic (High School Certificate Standard) | 10 | 10 | |
| English (High School Certificate Standard) | 5 | 5 | |
| Total | 100 | 100 | 2 Hours |
- Negative Marking: There is a penalty of 0.25 marks for every incorrect answer.
- Minimum Qualifying Marks: 30% for SC, ST, PwD, Ex-Servicemen, and Sportspersons; 35% for all other categories.
- Tie-Breaking Rules: Tied ranks are resolved by looking at lesser wrong attempts, professional course marks, age seniority, and +2 marks successively.
Post / Category Wise Vacancy
The total 5989 vacancies are distributed across all 30 districts of Odisha. Check a summary of major district vacancies below:
| SI No. | District Name | Total Vacancies |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Koraput | 619 |
| 2 | Angul | 486 |
| 3 | Cuttack | 473 |
| 4 | Ganjam | 386 |
| 5 | Balangir | 355 |
| 6 | Balasore | 347 |
| 7 | Mayurbhanj | 292 |
| 8 | Nabarangpur | 224 |
| 9 | Jajpur | 221 |
| 10 | Keonjhar | 197 |
| Other Districts & Category Segregations | Remaining Posts | |
| Grand Total Vacancies | 5989 | |
Job Profile & Responsibility
Selected candidates will fulfill standard patient care and management roles in public health structures across Odisha's healthcare machinery.
- Provide essential medical care, assistance during surgeries, and manage ward requirements.
- Administer prescriptions, monitor patient progress logs, and coordinate with senior physicians.
- Fulfill field healthcare responsibilities when deployed as a Community Health Officer (CHO).
How To Apply
Eligible and interested candidates must submit their applications exclusively via the digital portal before the deadline.
- Go to the official website of the commission: www.osssc.gov.in.
- Click on "Apply Online" on the home screen. New users should perform Online Registration while old users must login and choose Re-registration.
- Complete the registration form to obtain a unique User ID.
- Log in again to fill up the complete data fields inside the Online Application Form.
- Upload clear scanned copies of your signature (20kb–50kb) and recent passport-size color photograph (20kb–100kb).
- Pay the required application fee of ₹500/- via online payment modes (if applicable).
- Submit the form and take a clean printout of your generated confirmation page.
Important Links
| Apply Online Link | Click Here |
| Download Notification | Click Here |
| Official Website | Click Here |
| Latest Govt Jobs 2026 | Click Here |
| All India Govt Jobs | Click Here |
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FAQs
What is the last date to apply for OSSSC Nursing Officer Recruitment 2026?
The last date to completely fill out and submit the online application form is 13 July 2026.
How many vacancies are released for OSSSC Nursing Officer in 2026?
A total of 5989 Group-C district cadre vacancies have been advertised.
Is the application fee refundable?
Yes, the examination fee of ₹500/- will be refunded to applicants who actually appear for the written test.
What is the required educational qualification?
Candidates must be +2 Pass with a Diploma in GNM or B.Sc Nursing, along with a valid registration certificate from the State Nursing Council.
Is there a negative marking scheme in the written test?
Yes, there is a negative marking penalty of 0.25 (one-fourth) marks for every wrong answer given by the candidate.