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OSSSC Ophthalmic Officer Recruitment 2026: Apply Online for 238 District Cadre Group 'C' Posts

Advt No: Advt. No. IIE-103/2026-3226/OSSSC•Odisha Sub-Ordinate Staff Selection Commission

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Total Vacancies

OSSSC

238

Ophthalmic Officer (District Cadre Group 'C' in 29 District Establishments)

Min Qualification

DIPLOMA

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Age Limit & Cut-off

21 – 38 Yrs

as on 1 Jan 2026

Pay Scale / Salary

₹25,500–₹81,100

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Odisha Sub-Ordinate Staff Selection Commission (Advt No: Advt. No. IIE-103/2026-3226/OSSSC)

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About this Recruitment

Odisha Sub-Ordinate Staff Selection Commission (OSSSC) has officially released recruitment advertisement No. IIE-103/2026-3226/OSSSC for 238 Ophthalmic Officer vacancies across India in 29 district establishments under the Health & Family Welfare Department, Government of Odisha. Online registration opens on 05 November 2026 and concludes on 29 November 2026, with the final application submission window remaining open until 05 December 2026 at https://www.osssc.gov.in. The positions carry Pay Matrix Level-7 (₹25,500 – ₹81,100) under the ORSP Rules, offering an initial gross monthly salary of approximately ₹43,840 and an in-hand take-home salary around ₹39,800. Eligible candidates must have passed 10+2 Science under CHSE Odisha or equivalent, completed a recognized Diploma in Optometry / Ophthalmic Assistant training course from a recognized Medical College/Hospital, possess valid registration with the State Optometry Council, and have passed Odia up to Middle School standard. Selection is conducted through a 100-mark single-tier written examination followed by original document verification with zero application fee.

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OSSSC announces 238 District Cadre Group 'C' Ophthalmic Officer vacancies under Advt. No. IIE-103/2026-3226/OSSSC.
Deployment across 29 district establishments under Health & Family Welfare Department, Government of Odisha.
Pay Matrix Level-7 (₹25,500 – ₹81,100) delivering ~₹43,840 gross salary and ~₹39,800 net in-hand per month in Odisha.
Eligibility: 10+2 Science, Diploma in Optometry / Ophthalmic Assistant from a recognized medical institution, and State Council registration.
Completely free application: ₹0 fee for all candidate categories as per Odisha Government rules.
Online registration begins on 05 November 2026 and closes on 29 November 2026, with final application submission until 05 December 2026 on osssc.gov.in.

Age Limit & Eligibility Calculator

Minimum Age

21 Years

Maximum Age

38 Years

* Age calculated as on: 1 January 2026

Category-Wise Age Relaxations:

Socially and Educationally Backward Classes (SEBC): +5 Years

Scheduled Castes (SC) / Scheduled Tribes (ST): +5 Years

Women Candidates (All Categories): +5 Years

Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwD): +10 Years

Ex-Servicemen (ESM): +5 Years

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Educational Eligibility: DIPLOMA, TWELFTH PASS, B SC

Important Dates & Timeline

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Notification Released

30 October 2026

Application Start Date

5 November 2026

Last Date to Apply

5 December 2026

Vacancy Breakdown

Post Name	Vacancies	Eligibility
Ophthalmic Officer (District Cadre Group 'C' in 29 District Establishments)	238	DIPLOMA

Compensation & 7th CPC Pay Matrix

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Pay Level / Grade: ORSP Rules Pay Matrix Level-7 (₹25,500 – ₹81,100) with starting basic pay of ₹25,500, state Dearness Allowance (50%), House Rent Allowance, and Medical Allowances

Official Pay Scale

₹25,500 – ₹81,100

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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₹25,500

Dearness Allowance (DA)50%

₹12,750

House Rent Allowance (HRA)18%

₹4,590

Transport Allowance (TA)₹2,700

Gross Monthly Salary₹45,540

Standard Deductions

Statutory

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

-₹3,825

CGHS / Health Insurance-₹450

Group Insurance (CGEGIS)-₹60

Total Deductions-₹4,335

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

₹41,205

/ month (take-home)

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

Approx Annual Gross (CTC)

₹5.46 LPA

Verified Statutory Pay Rules & Legal Disclaimer

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 Examination (Objective MCQ Type)

Exam Mode: OMR Sheet / Computer-Based Test (CBT)

120 Minutes

Total Marks: 100

Negative Marking: 0.25 marks deducted for each incorrect answer (Each question carries 1 mark)

Subject / Section	No. of Questions	Max Marks
Technical Subjects (Diploma in Optometry Curriculum)	70	70
Practical Clinical & Refraction Skills	10	10
Arithmetic (Class 10th Standard)	10	10
English Language Comprehension (Class 10th Standard)	10	10

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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 web portal of OSSSC at https://www.osssc.gov.in.

Click on 'Apply Online' on the homepage.

If you are a new user, click on 'New User' to complete the online registration using your active mobile number and email ID.

If already registered with OSSSC, click on 'Registered User' and enter your Username/Registration Number and password.

Select 'Advt. No. IIE-103/2026-3226/OSSSC - Recruitment to the post of Ophthalmic Officer-2026'.

Fill in personal details, educational qualifications (10th, 10+2 Science, and Diploma in Optometry / Ophthalmic Assistant course).

Enter your valid registration number with the State Optometry Council or Allied Medical Council.

Upload scanned recent passport photograph (20–50 KB), clear signature (10–20 KB), marksheets, and caste/resident certificates in prescribed formats.

Verify that all entered details and district preferences are accurate.

Submit the online application form before 05 December 2026 and download a copy of the final application for your records.

Document Upload Specifications

Verified Official Format

Recent Passport Size Color Photograph

20 KB to 50 KB, JPEG format, clear white background

Scanned Full Signature

10 KB to 20 KB, JPEG format, on white paper

10+2 Science Marksheet and Pass Certificate

PDF format under 300 KB issued by CHSE Odisha or recognized board

Diploma in Optometry / Ophthalmic Assistant Certificate

Recognized Government medical college or institutional certificate in PDF format

State Optometry Council Registration Certificate

Valid registration certificate in PDF format

Odia Language Pass Certificate (Middle School Standard)

Proof of having passed Odia as an examination subject

Resident / Domicile Certificate

Issued by competent Odisha revenue authority

Caste Certificate (SC / ST / SEBC)

Valid online certificate issued by Tahsildar / competent authority

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Application Fee Details

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

Payment Modes: Exempted - No examination fee is charged from any candidate as per Government of Odisha policy

Selection Process

Stage 1: Single-Tier Written Examination (OMR / Computer-Based Test, 100 Questions, 100 Marks, Duration: 2 Hours) covering Diploma in Optometry syllabus (70 Marks), Practical clinical skills (10 Marks), Arithmetic (10 Marks), and English (10 Marks) with 0.25 negative marking

Stage 2: Original Document Verification of educational certificates, Optometry Diploma, State Council Registration, and Domicile/Category credentials

Stage 3: Preparation of District-wise Final Merit List and Allotment to District Headquarter Hospitals (DHH) and Sub-Divisional Hospitals across 29 districts

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the application schedule for OSSSC Ophthalmic Officer Recruitment 2026?

Online registration and re-registration on osssc.gov.in commence on 05 November 2026 and conclude on 29 November 2026. The final submission of online application forms is open until 05 December 2026.

How many vacancies are announced under Advt. No. IIE-103/2026-3226/OSSSC?

A total of 238 Group 'C' District Cadre posts of Ophthalmic Officer are announced across 29 district health establishments in Odisha.

What educational qualification is required for OSSSC Ophthalmic Officer?

Candidates must have passed 10+2 Science from CHSE Odisha or equivalent, hold a recognized Diploma in Optometry / Ophthalmic Assistant training course from a recognized Medical College or institution, and possess active registration with the relevant state council.

What is the age limit for OSSSC Ophthalmic Officer post?

The candidate must be aged between 21 and 38 years as of 01 January 2026. Upper age relaxation of 5 years is applicable for SEBC, SC, ST, and Women candidates, and 10 years for PwD candidates.

What is the salary of an Ophthalmic Officer in Odisha?

The post carries Pay Matrix Level-7 (₹25,500 – ₹81,100) under the ORSP Rules 2017. With 50% DA, HRA, and medical allowances, the initial gross salary is approx ₹43,840, delivering an estimated monthly in-hand salary of around ₹39,800.

What is the selection process for OSSSC Ophthalmic Officer recruitment?

Selection is based on a single-tier written examination (100 MCQ questions, 100 marks, 2 hours duration) covering Optometry diploma technical subjects (70 marks), clinical practicals (10 marks), arithmetic (10 marks), and English (10 marks), followed by document verification.