The Odisha Subordinate Staff Selection Commission (OSSSC) has invited applications for 1,237 Junior Assistant (JA) posts in various government departments. Graduates who meet the eligibility requirements can register online from now until March 6, 2026, and submit their applications by March 8, 2026. This is a significant opportunity for students and young professionals in Odisha aiming for government jobs. The recruitment process includes a written examination and a practical skill test, and successful candidates will get a salary of ₹19,900 to ₹63,200 per month. Candidates are advised to carefully read the official notification to understand educational requirements, age limits, and reservation rules.
Eligibility criteria
Candidates who wish to apply for the OSSSC JA recruitment must fulfill the following eligibility requirements first:
- Educational Qualification: Candidates must hold a graduate degree from a recognized university.
- Language Requirement: Knowledge of Odia up to middle school level as a subject or medium of study is mandatory.
- Age Limit: 18–42 years as on January 1, 2025. Age relaxation applies as per government norms for reserved categories including SC, ST, SEBC, women, PwD, and ex-servicemen.
How to register for OSSSC JA recruitment
Eligible candidates can register for OSSSC JA recruitment process online by following the steps below:
- Visit the official OSSSC website: www.osssc.gov.in
- Click on the “Apply Online” link for Junior Assistant Recruitment 2026.
- Complete registration by March 6, 2026.
- Pay the application fee if applicable.
- Submit the application by March 8, 2026.
- Keep scanned copies of educational certificates, photograph, and signature ready before applying.
Direct link for OSSSC JA recruitment.Candidates are advised to read the official notification PDF on the OSSSC portal for detailed information on vacancies, reservation, syllabus, and exam centres.
Selection process
The selection process for OSSSC Junior Assistant posts includes the following stages:Written Examination: Offline objective-type test of 100 questions covering Mathematics, General Studies, English, Odia, Computer Awareness, and Logical Reasoning. Duration is 90 minutes. Negative marking of 0.25 marks for each incorrect answer will be applied.Practical Skill Test: Candidates will be assessed on job-related skills including computer proficiency.For more information about the OSSSC recruitment process, candidates are advised to keep visiting the official website.
