OSSC CTSRE 2026 — 646 Technical Posts, Application Closed, Exam Date Awaited
The Odisha Staff Selection Commission (OSSC) has released a major recruitment notification for 646 Group B and Group C technical posts under the Combined Technical Services Recruitment Examination (CTSRE-2025). The online application window ran from 30 May to 5 July 2026 — applications are now closed.
The official OSSC CTSRE Notification 2026 PDF under Advt. No. 5925/OSSC has been released, announcing 646 vacancies for JE and other posts. With 606 of those posts being Junior Engineer (Civil) alone, this is one of the most significant Odisha government technical recruitment drives in recent years.
If you have applied — the next step is the Preliminary Examination, whose date is yet to be announced at ossc.gov.in. Now is the time to focus on preparation. This guide covers everything — post-wise vacancies, eligibility, salary, exam pattern, syllabus, and preparation strategy.
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OSSC CTSRE 2026 — Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Official Notification | 30 December 2025 |
| Application Start | 30 May 2026 |
| Registration Deadline | 29 June 2026 |
| Application Submission Deadline | 5 July 2026 |
| Application Editing Window | Till 5 July 2026 |
| Preliminary Exam | To be announced — ossc.gov.in |
| Main Written Exam | To be announced after Prelims |
| Certificate Verification | Final stage — after Mains |
OSSC CTSRE 2026 — Post-Wise Vacancy Details
A total of 646 vacancies are for JE and other posts. Under this OSSC JE Recruitment 2026 aims to fill 606 vacancies for Junior Engineer post.
| Post | Post Code | Vacancies | Department |
|---|---|---|---|
| Junior Engineer (Civil) | Various | 606 Posts | Water Resources, Works, RWSS, PR Dept |
| Architectural Assistant | — | Part of 646 | Housing & Urban Development |
| Cameraman | — | Part of 646 | Information & Public Relations |
| Photographer | — | Part of 646 | Information & Public Relations |
| Sound Recordist | — | Part of 646 | Information & Public Relations |
| Mechanic | — | Part of 646 | Various |
| Video Film Editor | — | Part of 646 | Information & Public Relations |
| Junior Draughtsman (Civil) | — | Part of 646 | Various |
| Tracer | — | Part of 646 | Various |
| Total | 646 |
The largest chunk of vacancies — 606 seats — is under Junior Engineer (Civil) across three departments, making it the most sought-after post.
OSSC CTSRE 2026 — Eligibility Criteria
Age Limit
The minimum age should be 21 years, and the maximum age should not be more than 42 years to be eligible to apply for the OSSC CTSRE exam.
| Category | Age Limit (as on 1 January 2025) |
|---|---|
| General | 21 to 42 years |
| SEBC / OBC | 21 to 45 years (+3 years) |
| SC / ST | 21 to 47 years (+5 years) |
| PwD | 21 to 52 years (+10 years) |
| Ex-Servicemen | Age relaxation as per Odisha Govt rules |
Educational Qualification (Post-Wise)
Junior Engineer (Civil) — Diploma in Civil Engineering from a recognized institution. Some departments also require computer knowledge. Architectural Assistant — Diploma in Architectural Assistantship. Cameraman — +2 with Diploma/Degree in Cinematography and AV production skills. Photographer — +2 with Diploma in Cinematography and digital photography skills. Sound Recordist — +2 with Diploma/Degree in Sound Recording or TV Engineering. Mechanic — +2 with Diploma in Electronics. Video Film Editor — +2 with Diploma/Degree in Video Editing or Film Production. Junior Draughtsman (Civil) — HSC with NTC in Draughtsman Civil and knowledge of Computer Application & AutoCAD.
| Post | Minimum Qualification |
|---|---|
| Junior Engineer (Civil) | Diploma in Civil Engineering (OCTE&VT recognised) + Computer knowledge |
| Architectural Assistant | Diploma in Architectural Assistantship |
| Cameraman | 12th Pass + Diploma/Degree in Cinematography / AV Production |
| Photographer | 12th Pass + Diploma in Cinematography + digital photography skills |
| Sound Recordist | 12th Pass + Diploma/Degree in Sound Recording or TV Engineering |
| Mechanic | 12th Pass + Diploma in Electronics |
| Video Film Editor | 12th Pass + Diploma/Degree in Video Editing or Film Production |
| Junior Draughtsman (Civil) | HSC + NTC in Draughtsman Civil + Computer Application + AutoCAD knowledge |
| Tracer | HSC + relevant qualification as per notification |
Language Requirement
All candidates must be able to read, write, and speak Odia — a mandatory requirement for all OSSC recruitment. Must have passed Odia as a subject in Class 10 or equivalent.
OSSC CTSRE 2026 — Application Fee
Candidates applying for the OSSC CTSRE Exam must pay the required application fee through online mode only. The examination fee paid shall be refunded to the candidates who will appear in the recruitment examination.
| Category | Fee | Refund |
|---|---|---|
| General / SEBC / EWS | ₹500 | Refunded after appearing in exam |
| SC / ST / PwD | Free | — |
OSSC CTSRE 2026 — Salary Structure
Junior Engineer (Civil) — Water Resources Department — Level 9, Cell 1 of ORSP 2017. Candidates selected will receive salary as per ORSP Rules 2017 along with DA, HRA, medical facilities, pension benefits, and other allowances admissible under Odisha Government rules.
| Post | Pay Level (ORSP 2017) | Basic Pay |
|---|---|---|
| Junior Engineer (Civil) — Water Resources | Level 9 | ₹35,400/month |
| Junior Engineer (Civil) — Works | Level 9 | ₹35,400/month |
| Junior Engineer (Civil) — RWSS | Level 9 | ₹35,400/month |
| Architectural Assistant | Level 5–7 | ₹21,700–₹29,200/month |
| Cameraman / Photographer | Level 5 | ₹21,700/month |
| Junior Draughtsman / Tracer | Level 4–5 | ₹19,900–₹21,700/month |
Additional Government Benefits:
- Dearness Allowance (DA)
- House Rent Allowance (HRA)
- Medical benefits for self and family
- Government accommodation (at many postings)
- Pension (NPS)
- Career growth through departmental promotion
OSSC CTSRE 2026 — Selection Process
The selection process for OSSC Combined Technical Services Recruitment Examination 2026 will be conducted in three stages including Preliminary Examination, Main Written Examination, and Certificate Verification. Candidates must qualify each stage to be considered for final selection.
| Stage | Details |
|---|---|
| 1. Preliminary Examination | Objective MCQ — Screening only, marks not counted in merit |
| 2. Main Written Examination | Technical paper — 200 marks, 2 hours — Merit-based |
| 3. Certificate Verification | Shortlisted candidates (1.5x vacancies) verify documents |
Final merit is based entirely on Main Written Examination marks. Certificate Verification is the last qualifying stage.
OSSC CTSRE 2026 — Exam Pattern
Stage 1 — Preliminary Examination (Screening)
Preliminary (Objective / MCQ) — typical syllabus and topics. Arithmetic: Basic numerical ability (10th standard level). Data Interpretation: Charts, tables, graphs, data adequacy. Logical Reasoning & Analytical Ability: Series, analogy, coding-decoding, reasoning puzzles. General Awareness / Current Affairs: National and international events of recent months. Computer / Internet Awareness: Basic computer fundamentals, MS Office, networking basics.
| Subject | Level | Questions (Expected) |
|---|---|---|
| Arithmetic & Numerical Ability | 10th standard | Part of total |
| Logical Reasoning & Analytical Ability | 10th standard | Part of total |
| General Awareness & Current Affairs | General | Part of total |
| Computer & Internet Awareness | Basic | Part of total |
Negative marking applies in Prelims. Prelims are qualifying — only Mains marks count in final selection.
Stage 2 — Main Written Examination (Merit-Based)
The total marks for the main written examination are 200. The total time duration is 02 hours.
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Total Marks | 200 |
| Duration | 2 hours |
| Type | Technical paper — post-specific |
| Nature | Merit-based — final ranking determined here |
The Main Examination tests technical knowledge relevant to the post applied for — Civil Engineering fundamentals for JE Civil, AV production skills for Cameraman/Photographer, etc.
OSSC CTSRE 2026 — Syllabus
Preliminary Examination Syllabus
Arithmetic: Number system, LCM/HCF, percentage, ratio & proportion, average, time & work, time & distance, profit & loss, simple & compound interest, mensuration
Logical Reasoning: Series completion, analogies, coding-decoding, blood relations, direction sense, ranking, syllogism, Venn diagrams
General Awareness: Current events — national and Odisha-specific, Indian history & geography, Odisha history & culture, science & technology, sports, awards
Computer Awareness: MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint), internet basics, input/output devices, operating systems, basic networking
Main Examination Syllabus — JE Civil (606 posts)
Civil Engineering fundamentals:
- Building materials — properties of bricks, cement, steel, timber
- Soil mechanics — bearing capacity, compaction, consolidation
- Fluid mechanics — flow, Bernoulli's theorem, pipe flow
- Structural analysis — beams, trusses, moment distribution
- Concrete technology — mix design, water-cement ratio, curing
- Transportation engineering — highway design, bituminous roads
- Environmental engineering — water supply, sanitation
- Surveying — chain, compass, plane table, theodolite
- Estimation, costing & valuation
Main Examination Syllabus — AV & Media Posts (Cameraman, Photographer, etc.)
- Cinematography principles — camera types, lenses, lighting
- Digital photography — exposure, composition, post-processing
- Sound recording principles — microphones, mixers, acoustics
- Video editing — non-linear editing, software (Premiere Pro, Final Cut)
- AV equipment handling and maintenance
Preparation Strategy — Start Now!
With Prelims date not yet announced, this is the best time to build a strong foundation:
| Week | Focus | Daily Hours |
|---|---|---|
| Weeks 1–2 | Arithmetic + Reasoning — 10th level concepts | 2 hours daily |
| Weeks 3–4 | General Awareness — Odisha GK + national current affairs | 1.5 hours daily |
| Weeks 5–6 | Technical Subject (Civil Engineering / relevant trade) | 3 hours daily |
| Ongoing | Mock tests + Previous year OSSC papers | 1 test per 2 days |
Best resources for JE Civil preparation:
- RK Bansal — Fluid Mechanics
- SS Bhavikatti — Strength of Materials
- IS Codes — relevant to civil works
- NCERT Physics/Chemistry for basics
- Odisha GK books for state-specific awareness
Important Links
| Link | Details |
|---|---|
| Official OSSC Website | ossc.gov.in |
| CTSRE 2026 Notification PDF | ossc.gov.in → Notifications → CTSRE-2025 |
| Prelims Admit Card (when released) | ossc.gov.in → Admit Card |
| Result (when released) | ossc.gov.in → Results |
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Q1. How many vacancies are there in OSSC CTSRE 2026? The official OSSC CTSRE Notification 2026 PDF under Advt. No. 5925/OSSC has been released, announcing 646 vacancies for JE and other posts. Under this OSSC JE Recruitment 2026 aims to fill 606 vacancies for Junior Engineer post.
Q2. What is the application fee for OSSC CTSRE 2026? Candidates except SC, ST and PwD need to pay Rs. 500. The examination fee will be refunded to candidates who actually appear in the recruitment examination. SC/ST/PwD candidates pay no fee.
Q3. What is the age limit for OSSC CTSRE 2026? The minimum age should be 21 years, and the maximum age should not be more than 42 years to be eligible to apply for the OSSC CTSRE exam. Age relaxation applies for SC/ST, SEBC, PwD, and Ex-Servicemen as per Odisha Government rules.
Q4. What is the salary for Junior Engineer (Civil) in OSSC CTSRE 2026? Junior Engineer (Civil) — Water Resources Department — Level 9, Cell 1 of ORSP 2017. Candidates selected will receive salary as per ORSP Rules 2017 along with DA, HRA, medical facilities, pension benefits, and other allowances. Basic pay at Level 9 is ₹35,400/month.
Q5. What is the selection process for OSSC CTSRE 2026? The selection process will be conducted in three stages including Preliminary Examination, Main Written Examination, and Certificate Verification. Candidates must qualify each stage to be considered for final selection. The final merit list of the candidates will be based on marks obtained in the mains written exam and certificate verification.
Q6. What is the Main Examination pattern for OSSC CTSRE 2026? The total marks for the main written examination are 200. The total time duration is 02 hours. The paper is technical and post-specific — Civil Engineering for JE Civil, AV production for media posts.
Q7. Is there negative marking in OSSC CTSRE 2026? Negative marking is applicable in the preliminary examination as mentioned in the notification. Candidates should attempt only questions they are confident about in the Prelims.
Conclusion
OSSC CTSRE 2026 is the most important technical recruitment examination for diploma and degree holders in Odisha — offering 646 Group B and C posts across Civil Engineering, Architecture, Media Production, and Drafting disciplines. With 606 of the 646 vacancies being for Junior Engineer (Civil), this is a massive opportunity for Civil Engineering diploma holders seeking a stable Odisha government job.
Application is now closed. The next step — Preliminary Examination — is expected to be announced soon at ossc.gov.in. Start your preparation NOW while waiting for the exam date!
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Last Updated: 13 July 2026 | Source: ossc.gov.in — Official OSSC Website, Advertisement No. IIE-92/2025/5925/OSSC