OSSC CTSRE Recruitment 2026: Apply Online for 646 Junior Engineer and Group B/C Posts

OSSC CTSRE Recruitment 2026 – Overview

The Odisha Staff Selection Commission (OSSC) has officially released the detailed notification for the Combined Technical Services Recruitment Examination (CTSRE) 2025. This recruitment drive offers an exceptional opportunity for technical professionals seeking stable government career paths. Under Advertisement No. IIE-92/2025/5925/OSSC, a total of 646 vacancies have been announced for various Group-B and Group-C technical posts, primarily dominated by Junior Engineer (Civil) roles across multiple departments of the Government of Odisha.

Important Dates

Candidates must carefully track the online registration and submission dates to avoid last-minute portal technicalities:

Post-wise Vacancy Details & Departments

A comprehensive distribution of the 646 vacancies across distinct departments is detailed below:

Eligibility Criteria

1. Language Proficiency

Candidates must be able to read, write, and speak Odia fluently and must possess one of the following qualifications:

• Passed Middle School Examination with Odia as a language subject.
• Passed HSC Exam or equivalent with Odia as the medium of examination.
• Passed Odia as a language subject in Class VII or above from a recognized educational institution.

2. Educational Qualification

• Junior Engineer (Civil): Diploma in Civil Engineering or equivalent from an institution recognized by the Odisha State Council of Technical Education & Vocational Training (SCTE&VT).
• Architectural Assistant: Diploma in Architectural Assistantship from a recognized technical institution.
• Cameraman / Photographer / Sound Recordist / Video Film Editor: Higher Secondary (+2) with a Diploma or Degree in Cinematography, Sound Recording, Video Editing, or Film Production from a recognized institute.
• Mechanic: Higher Secondary (+2) with a Diploma in Electronics.
• Junior Draughtsman (Civil) & Tracer: Matriculation along with National Trade Certificate (NTC) in Draughtsman Civil from an NCVT-affiliated institute, coupled with basic computer and AutoCAD skills.

3. Age Limit (as on 01-01-2025)

• Minimum Age: 21 Years
• Maximum Age: 42 Years
• Relaxations: 5 years for SEBC, SC, ST, and Women candidates; 10 years for PwD categories.

Application Fee Structure

• General / SEBC / Other Candidates: Rs. 500/- (The fee is refundable upon successfully appearing in the Phase I - Preliminary Written Examination).
• SC / ST / PwD Candidates: Exempted (NIL).

Selection Process

The recruitment process strictly comprises three phases:

1. Stage 1 - Preliminary Examination (150 Marks): An objective type multiple-choice (MCQ) assessment covering General Arithmetic, Data Interpretation (10th standard), Logical Reasoning, Computer/Internet Awareness, and Current Affairs. There will be a negative marking penalty of 0.25 marks for every incorrect response.
2. Stage 2 - Main Written Examination (200 Marks): A post-specific technical paper evaluating subject matter proficiency. Candidates are shortlisted at a ratio of 1.5 times the advertised vacancies per category.
3. Stage 3 - Certificate Verification: Successful candidates must present original transcripts, caste certificates, disability status, and No Objection Certificates (where applicable) to confirm official eligibility.

How to Apply Online for OSSC CTSRE 2026?

1. Navigate to the official portal of OSSC: www.ossc.gov.in.
2. Click on the "Apply Online" tab available on the homepage.
3. Select the application link for Combined Technical Services Recruitment Examination (CTSRE)-2025.
4. Complete the registration process with a valid email address and mobile number.
5. Log in to fill out the application form with personal, academic, and technical details.
6. Upload scanned copies of required documents (Passport photo, signature, and Category certificate if applicable).
7. Process the refundable examination fee through the online treasury gateway.
8. Review the complete application details and submit. Print the confirmation page for future reference.