OSSC CPGL Exam Date 2026 Out: Check Schedule, Vacancies & Selection Process

The Odisha Staff Selection Commission (OSSC) has officially finalized the schedule for the highly anticipated Combined Post Graduate Level Recruitment Examination (CPGLRE) 2025. Aiming to fill 102 teaching and instructor positions across diverse subjects, this recruitment drive is a significant opportunity for qualified candidates in the region. You can review the comprehensive official guidelines via the OSSC CPGL Official Notification 2026 PDF (Advertisement No. 5915/OSSC).

OSSC Combined Post Graduate Level Recruitment 2026 – Overview

The selection campaign covers multiple roles, including Teacher Educators, Physical Education Instructors, and Art Education Instructors. Below is a quick overview of the essential parameters surrounding the recruitment under Advertisement No. 5915/OSSC.

OSSC Combined Post Graduate Level Recruitment 2026 – Overview	OSSC Combined Post Graduate Level Recruitment 2026 – Overview
Conducting Body	Odisha Staff Selection Commission (OSSC)
Exam Name	Combined Post Graduate Level Recruitment Examination
Post Name	Teachers, Physical Education Instructor, and Art Education Instructor
Adv No	Advertisement No. 5915/OSSC
OSSC CPGLRE Exam Date 2026	10th May 2026 (Sunday)
Educational Qualifications	PG/ MA/ M.P.Ed and master’s as per the posts
Age Limit	21 to 42 years
Salary	Rs. 35,400 to Rs. 1,12,400
Selection Process	Preliminary, Main Written Exam and DV
Official website	www.ossc.gov.in

Important Dates & Exam Schedule

Candidates tracking the recruitment timeline should note that the Preliminary Examination is confirmed for 10th May 2026 (Sunday). It will be held in a single shift via OMR mode across 13 districts in Odisha from 9:30 AM to 12:00 PM. Keep track of the OSSC CPGL Admit Card 2026 release date approaching on 5th May 2026.

Events	Dates
Notification	31st December 2025
Registration Starts	12th January 2026
Registration Ends	11th February 2026
Last Date for Online Application Submission	14th February 2026
OSSC CPGL Admit Card 2026	5th May 2026
Exam Date	10th May 2026

Vacancy Distribution and Post Details

The total capacity for this notification stands at 102 positions. Out of these, 32 posts are specifically reserved for women candidates. The breakdown across different instructor and teacher roles is outlined below.

Post Name	Vacancy
Teacher Educator in Foundation Course	16 (W-05)
Teacher Educator in Science	07 (W-02)
Teacher Educator in History	02 (W-Nil)
Teacher Educator in Geography	01 (W-Nil)
Teacher Educator in Economics	02 (W-Nil)
Teacher Educator in Political Science	02 (W-Nil)
Teacher Educator in Mathematics	10 (W-04)
Teacher Educator in Odia	04 (W-01)
Teacher Educator in English	09 (W-03)
Physical Education Instructor	21 (W-07)
Art Education Instructor	28 (W-10)
Total Vacancies	102 (W-32)

Educational Qualifications Required

Applicants must fulfill specific academic criteria according to the target position they are applying for.

Post	Qualification
Teacher Educator – Foundation Course	PG in Education/Philosophy/Sociology/Psychology (50% marks) + B.El.Ed / B.Ed / D.El.Ed (50% marks) or M.Phil / Ph.D. in Education
Teacher Educator – Science	PG in Science (Physics/Chemistry/Botany/Zoology/Maths/Geography/Geology) (50% marks) + M.Ed (50% marks)
Teacher Educator – History	M.A. in History (50% marks) + M.Ed (50% marks)
Teacher Educator – Geography	M.A. in Geography (50% marks) + M.Ed (50% marks)
Teacher Educator – Economics	M.A. in Economics (50% marks) + M.Ed (50% marks)
Teacher Educator – Political Science	M.A. in Political Science (50% marks) + M.Ed (50% marks)
Teacher Educator – Mathematics	M.A. / M.Sc in Mathematics (50% marks) + M.Ed (50% marks)
Teacher Educator – Odia	M.A. in Odia (50% marks) + M.Ed (50% marks)
Teacher Educator – English	M.A. in English (50% marks) + M.Ed (50% marks)
Physical Education Instructor	M.P.Ed (50% marks)
Art Education Instructor	Master in Fine Arts (Visual Arts) or Performing Arts (Music/Dance/Theatre) (50% marks)

Odia Language Proficiency Criteria

Candidates must satisfy at least one of the following baseline linguistic requirements:

• Passed Middle School Examination with Odia as a language subject.
• Passed HSC or equivalent with Odia as the medium of instruction in non-language subjects.
• Passed Odia as a language subject in Class VII or above from a recognized school.
• Passed a test in Odia (Middle English School standard) conducted by the School and Mass Education Department, Govt. of Odisha.

Age Limit & Relaxations

The standard age limit for applicants is set between 21 to 42 years as on 01/01/2025. Standard upper age relaxations are applicable as shown below:

Category	Age Relaxation
SEBC, SC, ST, Women	+5 years
PwD	+10 years
Ex-servicemen	Service period in defence + 10 years

Application Fee Structure

The application fee policy is formulated to offer concessions to specific groups. Notably, the fee is refundable only for candidates who successfully appear for the examination.

SC, ST, and PwD	Exempted
Other Categories	Rs. 500

Salary Package

Selected candidates will be placed under Level-9, Cell-1, ensuring a robust monthly pay structure.

Level	9
Salary	Rs. 35,400 to Rs. 1,12,400

Selection Process & Examination Pattern

The selection roadmap comprises three distinct stages:

1. Preliminary Examination: Carries 150 marks. It screens candidates equivalent to six times the total number of vacancies for the subsequent Main Written Examination.
2. Main Written Examination: Carries 200 marks, conducted in an OMR-based offline mode or Computer-Based Recruitment Examination (CBRE). Negative marking applies—1/4th of marks are deducted for 4-option questions, and 1/3rd of marks are deducted for 3-option questions.
3. Certificate Verification (CV): Invites shortlisted candidates amounting to twice the number of vacancies per post/category.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

What is the OSSC CPGL Exam Date 2026?

The OSSC has officially announced that the Preliminary Examination for the Combined Post Graduate Level recruitment will be conducted on 10th May 2026.

What is the salary for the teachers under OSSC Combined Post Graduate Level Recruitment 2026?

The remuneration for these positions ranges from Rs. 35,400 to Rs. 1,12,400 per month.

What are the total vacancies available under Advertisement No. 5915/OSSC?

There are a total of 102 teaching and instructor positions available, out of which 32 posts are reserved for women candidates.

When will the OSSC CPGL Admit Card 2026 be released?

The OSSC CPGL Admit Card 2026 is scheduled to be released on 5th May 2026. You can access the official download link here: OSSC CPGL Admit Card 2026: Official Download Link.