Odisha Sub-ordinate Staff Selection Commission (OSSSC) — Government of Odisha
The Odisha Sub-ordinate Staff Selection Commission (OSSSC) has issued an official recruitment notification for Panchayat Executive Officer (PEO), announcing a total of 1,500 vacancies located in All India. To be eligible, applicants must hold Graduate and be within the prescribed age limit of As per official notification, with category relaxation applicable as per government guidelines. Selected candidates will receive an approved pay scale of As per government norms. The selection procedure comprises Written Exam, Skill Test, and Document Verification. For complete guidelines, syllabus breakdown, and official notification PDF, refer to the verified information below on ApplySarkariJob.
The Odisha Sub-ordinate Staff Selection Commission (OSSSC) conducts the Panchayat Executive Officer (PEO) recruitment, a highly sought-after opportunity for government job aspirants in Odisha. Understanding the syllabus and exam structure is the first and most critical step toward success. This guide provides a detailed breakdown of the exam pattern and the syllabus to help you streamline your study plan.
The OSSSC PEO written examination is an objective-type test designed to evaluate a candidate's aptitude, language proficiency, and general awareness. Being aware of the marking scheme is essential to manage time and accuracy effectively.
| Subject | Questions | Marks |
|---|---|---|
| English | 40 | 40 |
| Odia | 35 | 35 |
| Mathematics | 35 | 35 |
| General Knowledge | 35 | 35 |
| Computer Knowledge | 35 | 35 |
| Total | 180 | 180 |
Crucial Details: The total duration for the exam is 3 hours (180 minutes). A negative marking scheme applies, with 0.5 marks deducted for every incorrect response. Always prioritize accuracy to avoid unnecessary score penalties.
Focus on grammar and comprehension. Key topics include Verb tenses, Active/Passive voice, Direct/Indirect speech, Prepositions, Articles, Nouns/Pronouns, Subject-verb agreement, and Reading Comprehension with a 400-450 word passage.
The paper focuses on standard Odia language rules. Essential areas include Sandhi, Samasa, Transformation of words, Idioms and Phrases, Punctuation, and common error corrections.
Focus on foundational arithmetic: Number systems, HCF/LCM, Percentage, Averages, Profit/Loss/Discount, Simple and Compound Interest, and Ratio/Proportion.
Cover National and International events, historical figures, geography, scientific discoveries, and Odisha-specific static GK (places, institutions, and major events).
Basic operational skills in MS Office suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access) and fundamental knowledge of MS Windows applications are required.
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