OSSSC Nursing Officer Recruitment 2026
The Odisha Sub-ordinate Staff Selection Commission (OSSSC) has released a recruitment notification for the post of Nursing Officer. This recruitment aims to fill a significant number of Group-C vacancies across various districts of Odisha under the Health & Family Welfare Department.
Short Information
The Odisha Sub-ordinate Staff Selection Commission (OSSSC) is inviting applications for 5,989 District Cadre Group-C Nursing Officer posts. The deadline for the submission of online applications is 20 July 2026.
Application Fee
| Category | Fee | Payment Mode |
|---|---|---|
| General / OBC / EWS | ₹500 | Online (Net Banking, Credit Card, Debit Card, UPI) |
| SC / ST / PwBD | Nil | Not Applicable |
Note: The examination fee of ₹500 will be refunded to candidates who actually appear in the examination after attendance verification.
Eligibility Criteria & Vacancies
Post Details & Eligibility
| Post Name | Total Vacancies | Age Limit (as on 12/06/2026) | Educational Qualification |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nursing Officer | 5989 | 21 - 42 Years | 10+2 pass AND Diploma in GNM or BSc Nursing from a recognized institution AND valid registration with the Nursing Council of Odisha. Must also be proficient in Odia language. |
Age Relaxation:
- SC / ST / SEBC / Women: 5 years (Up to 47 years)
- PwDs: 10 years (Up to 52 years)
- PwDs under SC/ST/SEBC: Cumulative 10 years over and above category relaxation.
- Ex-Servicemen: Based on total period of defence service rendered.
- Contractual Nursing Officers (OSH&FW Society/Scheme and ASHAs): Upper age limit is 45 years.
Category-wise Vacancy Breakdown
| Category | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Unreserved (UR) | 1880 |
| UR - Women (W) | 941 |
| Scheduled Tribe (ST) | 1057 |
| ST - Women (W) | 531 |
| Scheduled Caste (SC) | 645 |
| SC - Women (W) | 326 |
| SEBC | 406 |
| SEBC - Women (W) | 203 |
| Total | 5989 |
Special Category Vacancies
| Special Category | Total |
|---|---|
| Ex-Servicemen (EX-SERV) | 180 |
| Sportsperson (SPO/RTS) | 60 |
| Visually Impaired (VI) | 60 |
| Hearing Impaired (HI) | 60 |
| Orthopedically Impaired (OI) | 60 |
| Mentally Disabled (MD) | 60 |
Selection Process & Exam Pattern
The selection process is conducted in multiple stages, starting with a written test and concluding with the final selection list. There is no interview for this recruitment.
Selection Stages
- Written Test: Objective type examination to shortlist candidates.
- Provisional Master Merit List: Prepared based on marks/normalized scores.
- Document Verification (DV): Verification of original certificates by the District Level Board.
- Provisional Select List: Final list based on merit and district preference.
Written Test Exam Pattern
| Section | No. of Questions | Marks |
|---|---|---|
| Subjects as per syllabus | 60 | 60 |
| Practical Skills based questions | 25 | 25 |
| Arithmetic (HSC Standard) | 10 | 10 |
| English (HSC Standard) | 5 | 5 |
| Total | 100 | 100 |
Key Exam Details:
- Duration: 2 Hours.
- Mode: OMR or CBRE (to be notified).
- Negative Marking: 0.25 marks deducted for every wrong answer.
- Minimum Qualifying Marks: 30% for ST, SC, PwDs, Ex-Servicemen, and Sportspersons; 35% for all other candidates.
How to Apply Online
Candidates must complete a two-step process: Registration and Application Submission. Completing only the registration will result in the application being rejected.
- Visit the official OSSSC website.
- Registration: New users should click "Apply Online," while previously registered users should use the "Re-registration" option.
- Documentation: Upload a scanned colour passport-size photograph (20 KB to 100 KB) and a scanned signature (20 KB to 50 KB) in jpg/jpeg/png format.
- Application Form: Log in using your credentials to fill out the detailed application form.
- District Preference: Carefully select your preferred districts in order of priority.
- Fee Payment: Pay the application fee of ₹500 (if applicable) via the integrated payment gateway.
- Submission: Submit the final form and print the Confirmation Page for future reference.
Required Documents for Verification
- Valid Registration Certificate from the Nursing Council of Odisha.
- HSC (10th) and 10+2 certificates.
- Diploma in GNM or BSc Nursing degree and mark sheets.
- Proof of Odia language proficiency (Class-VII or above).
- Caste/Disability/Ex-Servicemen certificates (if applicable).
- Sports ID card issued by the Government of Odisha (for sportspersons).
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the last date to apply for OSSSC Nursing Officer 2026? The last date to submit the online application is 20 July 2026.
What are the educational requirements for this post? Candidates must have passed 10+2, hold a Diploma in GNM or BSc Nursing from a recognized institution, and be registered with the Nursing Council of Odisha.
Is there any negative marking in the written exam? Yes, there is a penalty of 0.25 marks for every incorrect answer.
What is the starting salary for the Nursing Officer post? The starting basic pay is ₹29,200 per month (Pay Matrix Level-8, Cell-01) as per ORSP Rules 2017.
Can candidates from other states apply? Candidates must be Indian citizens and must possess a valid registration from the Nursing Council in the State of Odisha and be proficient in the Odia language.
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|---|---|
| Apply Online | Click Here |
| Official Notification / Advertisement | Click Here |
| Official Website | Click Here |