The Odisha Staff Selection Commission (OSSC) has released a new indicative advertisement for the Combined Technical Services Recruitment Examination (CTSRE)-2025. This recruitment drive aims to fill 743 vacancies for various Group-B and Group-C technical posts across different government departments in Odisha. Interested candidates can explore a wide range of technical roles, including Junior Engineer (Civil), Tracer, Junior Draughtsman, and specialized media roles like Cameraman and Photographer.
OSSC CTSRE Recruitment 2026: Overview
| Organization | Odisha Staff Selection Commission (OSSC) |
| Exam Name | Combined Technical Services Recruitment Examination (CTSRE)-2025 |
| Advt. No. | IIE-92/2025-5925/OSSC |
| Total Vacancies | 743 Posts |
| Post Groups | Group-B and Group-C |
| Job Location | Odisha |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Official Website | www.ossc.gov.in |
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
| Indicative Notification Date | December 30, 2025 |
| Detailed Advertisement Release | To be Notified Shortly |
| Online Application Starts | To be Notified |
| Online Application Ends | To be Notified |
| Exam Date | To be Announced |
Vacancy Details
The recruitment includes 743 technical positions. A significant portion is dedicated to Junior Engineer (Civil) roles, with 450 vacancies specifically under the Panchayati Raj & Drinking Water Department. The posts are distributed among various state engineering and public relations wings.
| Sl. No | Name of the Post/Services | Vacancies (Women) | Group |
| 1 | Junior Engineer (Civil) – Water Resources | 24 (W-08) | Group-B |
| 2 | Junior Engineer (Civil) – Panchayati Raj | 450 (W-150) | Group-B |
| 3 | Junior Engineer (Civil) – Municipal Admin | 132 (W-44) | Group-B |
| 4 | Tracer (District Offices) | 63 (W-21) | Group-C |
| 5 | Junior Draughtsman | 07 (W-02) | Group-C |
| 6 | Architectural Assistant | 23 (W-07) | Group-B |
| 7 | Asst. Operator (I&PR Dept.) | 34 (W-11) | Group-C |
| 8 | Specialized Posts (Cameraman, Photographer, etc.) | 10 (Total) | Group-B |
Education Details & Salary
| Post Name | Educational Qualification | Salary (Pay Matrix Level) |
| Junior Engineer (Civil) | Diploma in Civil Engineering or equivalent from a recognized institution. | Level-9 |
| Tracer | HSC + NTC (Draughtsman Civil) + Basic Computer Skill + Auto CAD Course. | Level-5 |
| Architectural Asst. | Diploma in Architectural Assistantship from a recognized institution. | Level-9 |
| Cameraman / Photographer | Higher Secondary (+2) + Diploma/Degree in Cinematography/Photography. | Level-9 |
| Asst. Operator | ITI in Electricals/Electronics with knowledge in audio-visual equipment operation. | Level-4 |
Age Limit (as of 01.01.2025)
- Minimum Age: 21 Years.
- Maximum Age: 42 Years.
Relaxation: Age relaxation is applicable for SC, ST, SEBC, Women, PwD, and Ex-Servicemen as per government rules.
Selection Process
The selection for OSSC CTSRE 2026 typically follows a multi-stage process consists of Preliminary Examination, Main Written Examination, Certificate Verification.
Negative Marking: Expected penalty of 0.25 marks for wrong answers in Prelims.
Application Fee
Based on recent OSSC recruitment trends for Group B and C posts:
General/SEBC: Typically around ₹500/-.
SC/ST/PwD: Exempted (No fee).
Note: Official fee details will be confirmed in the detailed advertisement.
How to Apply
- Visit the Official Site at www.ossc.gov.in.
- Click on “Apply Online” and complete the registration if you are a first-time user.
- Log in using your registered credentials (User ID/Password).
- Select the CTSRE-2025 post and fill in all personal, educational, and contact details.
- Upload scanned copies of your photograph, signature, and necessary certificates (educational, caste, etc.).
- Pay the application fee (if applicable) through the online gateway.
- Review your application, submit it, and take a printout of the final form for future use.
Official Links
| OSSC CTSRE Recruitment 2026 Official Notification PDF | Click Here |
| OSSC CTSRE Recruitment 2026 Apply Online Link | Click Here |
