OSSC Food Safety Officer Online Form 2026 2026
This notification announces the online application process for 84 Food Safety Officer (Group-B) vacancies under the Office of Commissioner of Food Safety, Odisha, conducted by the Odisha Staff Selection Commission (OSSC).
Short Information
The recruitment is conducted by the Odisha Staff Selection Commission (OSSC) on behalf of the Office of Commissioner of Food Safety, Odisha, BBSR (Health & Family Welfare Department). A total of 84 vacancies are available for the Food Safety Officer post. The last date to submit the online application form is 11 July 2026.
Application Fee
| Category | Examination Fee |
|---|---|
| General / OBC / EWS | ₹500 |
| SC / ST / PwBD | ₹0 (Exempt) |
| Payment Modes | Online |
Eligibility Criteria & Vacancies
| Post | Vacancies | Age Limit (as on 01-01-2025) | Educational Qualification |
|---|---|---|---|
| Food Safety Officer (Group-B) | 84 | 21 to 42 years (with relaxations as per rules) | Bachelor's/Master's/Doctorate degree in Food Technology, Dairy Technology, Biotechnology, Agricultural Science, Oil Technology, Veterinary Science, Biochemistry, Microbiology, Chemistry, or medical degrees (MBBS, BDS, BHMS, BUMS, BSMS, BAMS, BSRMS) from recognized universities, plus adequate computer knowledge. |
Selection Process & Exam Pattern
Selection Process
- Preliminary Examination
- Main Written Examination
- Computer Skill Test
- Certificate Verification
Exam Pattern
| Section | Marks | Number of Questions |
|---|---|---|
| Preliminary Examination | 150 | 150 |
| Main Written Examination (Technical Paper) | 200 | 100 |
Duration: 150 minutes for each paper. Negative marking: 0.25 for Preliminary, 0.5 for Main.
How to Apply Online
- Visit the OSSC official website.
- Click on 'NEW USER' for new registration or 'REGISTERED USER' for existing users.
- Complete the online registration and fill the application form.
- Upload required certificates: educational marksheets, caste/disability certificates (if applicable), NOC for government/PSU employees, computer knowledge proof.
- Pay the examination fee of ₹500 (if applicable) via online mode.
- Submit the application form before the last date.
Required Documents
- Downloaded copy of Admission Letter for Certificate Verification
- Downloaded copy of Bio-Data-cum-Attestation form duly filled and signed
- Copy of Online Application form legibly signed by the candidate
- HSC Certificate & Mark Sheet (for Date of Birth proof)
- +2/equivalent certificate & mark sheet (as applicable)
- Bachelor's Degree Certificate & Mark sheets / Master's Degree / Doctorate Degree Certificate & Mark sheets (as applicable)
- Computer Certificate & Marksheet (as applicable for the post)
- Caste certificate issued by competent authority (SC/ST/SEBC candidates); SEBC certificate must be within one year prior to closing date
- Certificate of passing HSC with Odia as compulsory subject or certificate of passing Odia of M.E. standard
- Photocopy of permanent disability certificate issued by UDID (for PwD candidates)
- Discharge certificate, identity card, and service period document (for Ex-Servicemen candidates)
- Sports Identity Card issued by Director of Sports & Youth Service Department, Govt. of Odisha (for Sports Person candidates)
- NOC or Standing NOC (for candidates working in Government Service/PSUs)
- Government-issued ID Proof (Aadhaar Card / PAN Card / Voter's Identity Card / Driving License etc.)
Frequently Asked Questions
What is OSSC Food Safety Officer Recruitment 2026?
OSSC Food Safety Officer Recruitment 2026 is a recruitment drive by the Odisha Staff Selection Commission under Advertisement No. IIE-46/2025/5919/OSSC to fill 84 Group-B Food Safety Officer posts under the Office of Commissioner of Food Safety, Health & Family Welfare Department, Government of Odisha.
How many vacancies are available in OSSC FSO 2026?
A total of 84 vacancies are available for Food Safety Officer posts distributed as UR-44, SEBC-08, SC-13, ST-19, with 17 seats reserved for women and 6 seats for PwD candidates across categories.
What is the last date to apply for OSSC Food Safety Officer 2026?
The last date for online application submission is 11 July 2026, with online registration opening on 09 June 2026 and an editing window available till 14 July 2026.
What is the eligibility criteria for OSSC Food Safety Officer 2026?
Candidates must have a Bachelor's/Master's/Doctorate degree in Food Technology, Dairy Technology, Biotechnology, Agricultural Science, Oil Technology, Veterinary Science, Biochemistry, Microbiology, Chemistry, or medical degrees (MBBS, BDS, BHMS, BUMS, BSMS, BAMS, BSRMS) from recognized universities, plus adequate computer knowledge. Age limit is 21 to 42 years as on 01-01-2025 with applicable relaxations.
What is the selection process for OSSC Food Safety Officer 2026?
The selection process consists of Stage-I Preliminary Examination (150 marks, 150 questions, 150 minutes), Stage-II Main Written Examination Technical Paper (200 marks, 100 questions) plus Computer Skill Test (qualifying at 50%), and Stage-III Certificate Verification, with negative marking of 0.25 and 0.5 marks respectively.