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OSSSC Nursing Officer Recruitment 2026 — 5,989 District Cadre Group-C Posts

Advt No: Advt No. II-E-05/2026-621/OSSSC•Odisha Sub-Ordinate Staff Selection Commission (OSSSC)

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Recruitment Stages & Upcoming Exam Milestones

Official selection stages and schedule updates as notified by Odisha Sub-Ordinate Staff Selection Commission (OSSSC)

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Stage 1: Main Written Examination

(OMR-based test with 100 MCQs for 100 Marks on GNM/B.Sc Nursing syllabus, practical skills, English & Odia)

Exam: 18 Oct 2026

Stage 2: Shortlisting & District-Wise Merit Ranking as per...

Shortlisting & District-Wise Merit Ranking as per Health & Family Welfare Department Guidelines

Final Selection

Stage 3: Verification of Original Nursing Degrees/Diplomas,...

Verification of Original Nursing Degrees/Diplomas, Odisha Nursing Council Registration & Domicile

Document Scrutiny

Stage 4: Comprehensive Medical Fitness Examination & Distri...

Comprehensive Medical Fitness Examination & District Posting Allotment

Exam: 18 Oct 2026

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Total Vacancies

OSSSC

5,989

Nursing Officer (District Cadre, Group-C across 30 Districts & Medical Colleges of Odisha)

Min Qualification

DIPLOMA

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Age Limit & Cut-off

21 – 42 Yrs

as on 12 Jun 2026

Pay Scale / Salary

₹29,200–₹92,300

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About this Recruitment

Odisha Sub-Ordinate Staff Selection Commission (OSSSC) has invited online applications for 5,989 Nursing Officer positions (District Cadre, Group-C) under the Health and Family Welfare Department, Government of Odisha. Candidates with a Diploma in GNM or B.Sc. Nursing from an INC-recognized institution who are registered with the Odisha Nursing Council can apply online on osssc.gov.in until August 12, 2026. No examination fee is charged.

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Mega Healthcare Drive: 5,989 Nursing Officer Group-C vacancies across 30 districts of Odisha.
Pay Scale: ORSP Pay Matrix Level 8 (₹29,200 - ₹92,300) with starting basic pay ₹29,200/month.
Eligibility: GNM Diploma or B.Sc Nursing + Active Registration with Odisha Nursing and Midwives Council.
Age Criteria: 21 to 42 years as on June 12, 2026 (relaxations up to 47 years for SEBC/SC/ST/Women).
No Examination Fee: 100% free application for all categories of candidates.
Extended Deadline: Registration open until August 5, with final submission till August 12, 2026.

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Minimum Age

21 Years

Maximum Age

42 Years

* Age calculated as on: 12 June 2026

Category-Wise Age Relaxations:

SEBC / SC / ST / All Women Candidates of Odisha: +5 Years

PwD Candidates of Odisha: +10 Years

Contractual COVID-19 Health Workers (as per Govt rules): +5 Years

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Educational Eligibility: DIPLOMA, B SC

Important Dates & Timeline

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Notification Released

12 June 2026

Application Start Date

13 June 2026

Last Date to Apply

12 August 2026

Exam Date

18 October 2026

Vacancy Breakdown

Post Name	Vacancies	Eligibility
Nursing Officer (District Cadre, Group-C across 30 Districts & Medical Colleges of Odisha)	5989	DIPLOMA

Compensation & 7th CPC Pay Matrix

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Pay Level / Grade: Pay Matrix Level 8 (₹29,200 – ₹92,300) under ORSP Rules 2017 with starting basic pay ₹29,200/month plus Odisha DA, HRA, Uniform Allowance & Nursing Perks

Official Pay Scale

₹29,200 - ₹92,300

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Covered Locations: State Capitals & cities with 5–50 lakh population (e.g. Jaipur, Lucknow, Patna, Bhopal, Chandigarh)

Monthly Allowances & Earnings

Tier Y

Basic Pay₹47,600

Dearness Allowance (DA)50%

₹23,800

House Rent Allowance (HRA)18%

₹8,568

Transport Allowance (TA)₹2,700

Gross Monthly Salary₹82,668

Standard Deductions

Statutory

National Pension System (NPS)10% (Basic+DA)

-₹7,140

CGHS / Health Insurance-₹650

Group Insurance (CGEGIS)-₹60

Total Deductions-₹7,850

Estimated Monthly In-Hand in Class Y (Tier-2 Cities)

₹74,818

/ month (take-home)

Credited directly to the candidate's salary account after statutory NPS (10%) and medical deductions.

Approx Annual Gross (CTC)

₹9.92 LPA

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Statutory Rules Disclaimer: The in-hand salary figures displayed above are illustrative estimates computed under 7th Central Pay Commission (7th CPC) / State Government Pay Matrix norms (Basic Pay + Dearness Allowance + City-Tier HRA + Transport Allowance minus statutory 10% NPS and health insurance contributions). Actual net monthly take-home on the candidate's official pay slip will vary based on exact posting location, city classification, entitlement/opting of government quarters (which waives HRA), and department-specific allowances. For binding statutory terms, please refer to the official recruitment notification.

Scheme of Examination & Syllabus

Exam Pattern & Detailed Syllabus

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Stage 1: Written / Computer Based Test (CBT / OMR)

Exam Mode: Computer Based Objective Multiple Choice Test

90 Minutes

Total Marks: 100

Negative Marking: 0.25 or 0.33 marks deducted per incorrect answer (as per notice)

Subject / Section	No. of Questions	Max Marks
General Intelligence & Reasoning	25	25
General Awareness & Current Affairs	25	25
Quantitative Aptitude / Numerical Ability	25	25
English / Hindi Comprehension / Domain Subject	25	25

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Official Application Protocol

How to Apply Online: Step-by-Step Guide

Keep all required educational certificates, scanned photograph, and signature ready before opening the application form.

Visit the official recruitment portal: https://www.osssc.gov.in

Carefully read the official notification PDF (Advt No: Advt No. II-E-05/2026-621/OSSSC) to confirm eligibility criteria.

Complete One-Time Registration (OTR) or new user registration on the official portal.

Fill in personal details, educational qualifications, and category reservation details accurately.

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Pay the applicable application fee online and download/print the final confirmation page for future reference.

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Application Fee Details

All Candidates (General / SEBC / SC / ST / PwD / Women)Free

Payment Modes: Not Applicable (No examination fee for any candidate category)

Selection Process

Stage 1: Main Written Examination (OMR-based test with 100 MCQs for 100 Marks on GNM/B.Sc Nursing syllabus, practical skills, English & Odia)

Stage 2: Shortlisting & District-Wise Merit Ranking as per Health & Family Welfare Department Guidelines

Stage 3: Verification of Original Nursing Degrees/Diplomas, Odisha Nursing Council Registration & Domicile

Stage 4: Comprehensive Medical Fitness Examination & District Posting Allotment

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the total number of vacancies in OSSSC Nursing Officer Recruitment 2026?

There are 5,989 vacancies for Nursing Officer (District Cadre, Group-C) across 30 district establishments and government medical colleges in Odisha.

What is the educational qualification required for OSSSC Nursing Officer?

Candidates must have passed 10+2 Science, hold a Diploma in General Nursing & Midwifery (GNM) or B.Sc. Nursing / Post Basic B.Sc. Nursing from an INC-approved institution, and have registered with the Odisha Nursing & Midwives Council.

What is the age limit for OSSSC Nursing Officer recruitment?

The age limit is 21 to 42 years as of June 12, 2026. Age relaxations are 5 years for SC/ST/SEBC/Women candidates and 10 years for PwD candidates of Odisha.

What is the selection process for OSSSC Nursing Officer?

Selection involves Stage 1 Written Exam (100 MCQs, 100 Marks on nursing syllabus), Stage 2 District Merit Ranking, Stage 3 Document Verification & ONMC Registration check, and Stage 4 Medical Examination.

What is the salary scale for Nursing Officers in Odisha?

Nursing Officers are appointed in Pay Matrix Level 8 (₹29,200 - ₹92,300) with starting basic pay of ₹29,200 per month plus DA, HRA, Medical, and Nursing allowances.

Is there any application fee for OSSSC Nursing Officer 2026?

No, OSSSC has exempted all candidate categories from paying any examination or application fee.

What is the deadline for submitting online applications?

Online registration closes on August 5, 2026, and the final submission of online application forms ends on August 12, 2026.

Is knowledge of Odia language mandatory?

Yes, candidates must be able to read, write, and speak Odia and must have passed Middle School examination with Odia as a language subject.

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12 August 2026

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