OSSSC Recruitment 2026: Odisha Subordinate Staff Selection Commission (OSSSC) Recruitment 2026 includes 1518 Posts of Forester, Forest Guard & Excise Constable. The recruitment notification has been officially released by the Odisha Subordinate Staff Selection Commission. Interested candidates who have passed 12th / 10th can apply in online mode through the official website. The online application process will start from 07 January 2026 and the last date to submit the online application form is 07 February 2026 at osssc.gov.in.
OSSSC Forester, Forest Guard & Excise Constable Jobs Notification @Apply Online for 1518 Posts
The OSSSC Recruitment 2026 is announced for a total of 1518 vacancies including Forester, Forest Guard & Excise Constable posts. Selected candidates will be appointed under respective Pay Matrix Levels with salary and allowances as per Odisha Government norms. Candidates are advised to carefully read the official notification before applying online.
OSSSC Recruitment 2026
Educational Qualifications
- Forester: +2 Science pass with basic computer skills.
- Forest Guard: Must have passed High School Certificate Examination (10+).
- Excise Constable: Must have passed +2 Examination or equivalent.
- Must be able to read, write & speak Odia language as per prescribed standards.
- Must be a citizen of India & of good character.
Age Limit (as on 01 January 2025)
- Forester: 18 to 32 years.
- Forest Guard: 18 to 32 years.
- Excise Constable: 21 to 32 years.
- SC/ST/SEBC/Women: Upper age relaxation 5 years.
- PwDs: Upper age relaxation 10 years.
- Ex-Servicemen: Relaxation as per defence service period.
OSSSC Notification 2026
Odisha OSSSC Online Application Form for 1518 Forester, Forest Guard & Excise Constable Posts
Important Date
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Date of Notification | 07 January 2026 |
| Online Registration (New User) | 07 January 2026 – 31 January 2026 |
| Re-registration (Registered User) | 07 January 2026 – 31 January 2026 |
| Last Date to Submit Application Form | 07 February 2026 |
Vacancy Details
- Forester: 47
- Forest Guard: 896
- Excise Constable: 575
- Total Vacancies: 1518
Salary
- Forester: ₹ 25,500 – 81,100 (Level–7)
- Forest Guard: ₹ 19,900 – 63,200 (Level–4)
- Excise Constable: ₹ 19,900 – 63,200 (Level–4)
Application Fee
- General Category: ₹ 500/-
- SC/ST/PwDs: Exempted
- Fee Refund: Refund applicable only if candidate appears in exam.
How to Apply
- Visit the official website of OSSSC at osssc.gov.in.
- Click on “Apply Online”.
- New Users: Complete Registration form.
- Registered Users: Login & complete Re-registration.
- Fill all required personal and educational details.
- Upload scanned photo, signature & required documents.
- Pay Examination Fee (if applicable).
- Submit online application before the last date.
- Mode of Apply: Online.
- Job Location: Odisha.
Important Links for OSSSC Recruitment 2026
| Description | Link |
|---|---|
| OSSSC Apply Online | Click Here |
| OSSSC Official Notification | Click Here |
| Home Page | Click Here |