OSSSC CRE 2026: Official Exam Schedule for 5,012 Vacancies Released

The Odisha Subordinate Staff Selection Commission (OSSSC) has officially declared the examination schedule for the Combined Recruitment Examination (CRE) 2025–26. With a massive intake of 5,012 vacancies across various government sectors, this recruitment drive is a significant opportunity for aspirants in Odisha. Candidates should familiarize themselves with the OSSSC CRE Syllabus and Exam Pattern 2026 – Click to Check to prepare effectively for the upcoming papers.

Important Recruitment Timeline

The application process for the recruitment concluded following an extension, and admit cards were released on May 13th, 2026. Review the key dates in the table below to track your progress.

Events	Dates
Detailed Notification PDF	30th December 2025
Apply Online Starts	7th January 2026
Last Date to Register	6th March 2026 (Extended)
Last Date to Apply Online	8th March 2026 (Extended)
Last Date to Pay Fee	6th March 2026
OSSSC Admit Card 2026	13th May 2026
OSSSC Exam Date 2026	22nd May to 3rd week of June 2026

OSSSC Recruitment 2026 Vacancy Details

• Revenue Inspector (RI): 246
• ICDS Supervisor: 286
• Assistant Revenue Inspector (ARI): 626
• Amin: 517
• Village Agriculture Worker (VAW): 1856
• Statistical Field Surveyor: 242
• Junior Assistant: 1239

Steps to Apply for OSSSC RI ARI Amin Recruitment 2026

1. Visit the official website of the Odisha Sub-ordinate Staff Selection Commission at www.osssc.gov.in.
2. Click on the “Apply Online” or “Login” link located on the homepage.
3. Select the application link for the “Invitation of Online Application for Combined Recruitment Examination-2025 for Assistant Revenue Inspector (ARI), AMIN, Revenue Inspector (RI), Supervisor, and Statistical Field Surveyor posts.”
4. The OSSSC Application Form will appear on the screen.
5. Begin filling out the registration form with all required personal and academic details.
6. Upload all necessary documents in the specified format.
7. Review the application form carefully before final submission.
8. Download a copy of the submitted application form for future reference.

Exam Pattern and Selection Process

The selection process comprises a Preliminary Test followed by a Practical Skill Test. The prelims consist of 100 objective-type questions to be completed in 90 minutes. Note that there is a negative marking of 0.25 marks for every incorrect answer. Candidates qualifying for the next stage must pass the Basic Computer Skills test, which carries 50 marks and requires a 40% qualifying score.

Age Relaxation Guidelines

• SC/ST/SEBC: 5 years
• Women (for RI, ARI, AMIN, SFS): 5 years
• Women (for Supervisor): No relaxation
• Anganwari Worker (for Supervisor): 5 years
• PwD: 10 years

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Q1. How many vacancies are to be filled through OSSSC CRE Recruitment 2026?

A total of 5,012 vacancies will be filled under the OSSSC CRE Recruitment 2026.

Q2. What is OSSSC CRE Exam Date 2026?

The OSSSC CRE Exam Date 2026 is scheduled between May 22nd and the third week of June 2026.

Q3. What is the selection process for OSSSC recruitment 2026?

The selection process consists of a Preliminary Test (OMR/CBRT) and a Practical Skill Test (Basic Computer Skills).

Q4. What is the application fee for the OSSSC exam?

The application fee is Rs. 500 for general candidates, whereas SC/ST/PwD candidates are exempt from payment.