Odisha Staff Selection Commission — Health and Family Welfare
The Odisha Staff Selection Commission has issued an official recruitment notification for Food Safety Officer, announcing a total of 84 vacancies located in All India. The closing date for submission of online application forms is 08 July 2026. To be eligible, applicants must hold Graduate and be within the prescribed age limit of 21 to 42 years, with category relaxation applicable as per government guidelines. Selected candidates will receive an approved pay scale of Level-9, Cell-1 of ORSP 2017. The selection procedure comprises Main Written Exam + Computer Skill Test + Document Verification. For complete guidelines, syllabus breakdown, and official notification PDF, refer to the verified information below on ApplySarkariJob.
The Odisha Staff Selection Commission (OSSC) has released the detailed syllabus and exam pattern for the Food Safety Officer (FSO) recruitment 2026. This recruitment drive aims to fill 84 vacancies for Group-B posts. Candidates preparing for this examination must align their study plan with the official syllabus to excel in the competitive selection process.
The selection for the OSSC Food Safety Officer post consists of a Main Written Examination followed by a qualifying Computer Skill Test. The written exam is divided into two papers:
Key Note: Paper-II includes a negative marking of 0.25 marks for every incorrect answer. The Computer Skill Test is qualifying in nature and carries 50 marks.
This paper tests the candidate's general knowledge and logical aptitude. Key areas include Indian History, Geography, Polity, Economy, General Science, Arithmetic, Geometry, Algebra, English Grammar, and Basic Computer Theory.
This section is crucial for merit. It covers the Food Safety and Standards Act, rules, regulations, licensing, food hygiene, and food chemistry (carbohydrates, proteins, enzymes, food preservation, and analytical parameters).
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