Odisha Sub-Ordinate Staff Selection Commission (OSSSC) Nursing Officers Recruitment 2026 (5989 Vacancies)

Short Info : Odisha Sub-Ordinate Staff Selection Commission (OSSSC) has released the notification for Nursing Officers Recruitment 2026 (5989 Vacancies). Those who are interested in this Recruitment and fulfill the eligibility can register from 13 June, 2026 to 06 July, 2026 & apply online from 13 June, 2026 to 13 July, 2026. For the information of eligibility, age limit, selection procedure, pay scale, syllabus in recruitment, read the notification and then apply.

Important Dates

Registration Start Date

13 June, 2026

Registration Last Date

06 July, 2026

Application Start Date

13 June, 2026

Last Date For Applying Online

13 July, 2026

Last Date For Paying Exam Fees

13 June, 2026

Exam Date

Notified Soon

Admit Card for Exam

Available Soon

Eligibility Details

Minimum Age

21 Years (As on 12 June, 2026)

Maximum Age

42 Years (As on 12 June, 2026)

Age Relaxation

As Per Rules.

Application Fees Info

General / OBC / EWS Category Candidates

500 Rs./-

SC / ST / PwDs Category Candidates

0 Rs./-

Payment Mode

Online Through Debit Card / Credit Card / Net Banking.

Vacancy Info

Odisha Sub-Ordinate Staff Selection Commission (OSSSC) Nursing Officers Recruitment 2026 (5989 Vacancies) - Total Post & Qualification
Post Name	Total Post	Eligibility Qualification
Nursing Officer	5989	Academic Qualification : Must have passed 10+2 in the 10+2 system or its equivalent. Professional Qualification : Must hold a Diploma in GNM (General Nursing & Midwifery) or BSc Nursing from any Medical College and Hospitals of the State or any other institution duly recognised and approved by the Indian Nursing Council. Registration : Must have registered their name in the Nursing Council in the State of Odisha and must possess a valid Registration or Renewal Certificate as on the date of submission of the online application form. This certificate must be uploaded online at the time of application. Odia Language : Candidates must be able to speak, read, and write Odia, and must have satisfied one of the following: passed the Middle School Examination with Odia as a language subject; passed Matriculation or equivalent with Odia as the medium of instruction in non-language subjects; passed Odia as a language subject in the final examination of Class-VII or above from a School recognised by the Government of Odisha or Central Government; or passed a test in Odia in M.E. School Standard conducted by the School & Mass Education Department.
Category Wise Vacancies

Category	Total Post
Unreserved (UR)	1880
UR – Women (W)	941
Scheduled Tribe (ST)	1057
ST – Women (W)	531
Scheduled Caste (SC)	645
SC – Women (W)	326
SEBC	406
SEBC – Women (W)	203
Grand Total Post	5989
How to Apply
Visit Official Portal : Go to the official website at www.osssc.gov.in. Registration/Re-registration : Click "Apply Online" on the homepage to complete your initial registration or re-registration. Log In : Use your registered credentials (User ID and Password) to access your dashboard. Fill Application Form : Enter all required personal, educational, and professional details accurately. Upload Documents : Attach your scanned passport-size photograph, signature, and necessary certificates (including your Odisha Nursing Council registration). Pay Examination Fee : Complete the payment of ₹500 (if applicable) online via Net Banking, Credit/Debit Card, or UPI. Final Submission : Review all details thoroughly to avoid errors, then submit the final application form. Save Confirmation : Download and print the submitted application form for your future reference.
Selection Process
Written Examination : Candidates must first appear for an offline, OMR-based written test consisting of 100 multiple-choice questions (MCQs). Merit List Preparation : The commission prepares a merit list based on the marks obtained in the written examination. Document Verification : Shortlisted candidates are then called to provide original documents for verification to ensure they meet all eligibility requirements. Medical Examination : A medical examination may be conducted for final selection, if applicable, to confirm the candidate's fitness for the role.