The Odisha Sub-Ordinate Staff Selection Commission (OSSSC) has released a short notification for OSSSC Nursing Officer Recruitment 2026. A total of 5,989 Nursing Officer (Group-C) vacancies will be filled under the Health & Family Welfare Department of Government of Odisha. This recruitment drive aims to fill such major vacancies across 30 states of Odisha. Online application process has been already begun from 13 June 2026 and it will active till 13 July 2026. Eligible candidates can apply for this much waited vacancies through online.
OSSSC Nursing Officer Recruitment 2026 Notification PDF
The Odisha Sub-Ordinate Staff Selection Commission (OSSSC) has been announced a short notification for OSSSC Nursing Officer Recruitment 2026. All total 5,989 vacancies announced for Group C Nursing Officer across Odisha. Last date is 13 July 2026. Candidates can visit official website for detailed information
Organization Name: Odisha Sub-Ordinate Staff Selection Commission (OSSSC)
Advertisement No: IIE-54/2026-1962/OSSSC dated 12/06/2026
Post Name: Nursing Officer
Total Vacancies: 5,989 Posts
Job Location: All Odisha
Mode of Application: Online
Online Registration Start Date: 13 June 2026
Last Date to Apply: 13 July 2026
Official Website: www.osssc.gov.in
Important Dates for OSSSC Nursing Officer Recruitment 2026
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Advertisement Release Date | 11 June 2026 |
| Online Application Starts Date | 13 June 2026 |
| Last Date for Registration | 06 July 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 13 July 2026 |
OSSSC Nursing Officer Recruitment 2026 Vacancy Details
Vacancies have been declared for Group C Nursing Officer Recruitment. A total of 5989 posts released for all 30 districts of Odisha. Candidates should check official application for detailed vacancies breakups.
| Post Name | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Nursing Officer | 5,989 |
| Total | 5,989 |
Category Wise Vacancy Details
| Category | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Unreserved (UR) | 1880 |
| UR – Women | 941 |
| Scheduled Tribe (ST) | 1957 |
| ST – Women | 531 |
| Scheduled Caste (SC) | 645 |
| SC – Women | 326 |
| SEBC | 406 |
| SEBC – Women | 203 |
| Total | 5989 |
OSSSC Nursing Officer Recruitment 2026 Eligibility Criteria
Candidates must meet educational and age limit criteria as mentioned.
Educational Qualification
Candidates must completed:
• GNM (General Nursing & Midwifery) Diploma or B.Sc. Nursing from a recognized organization.
• Must completed a valid registration with the Odisha Nursing Council.
• Knowledge of the Odia language as per Odisha government norms. Candidates should read, write and speak capability of state language
Age Limit for OSSSC Nursing Officer Recruitment
| Minimum Age | 21 Years |
|---|---|
| Maximum Age | 42 Years |
Age relaxation will be provided for reserved categories as per government norms
OSSSC Nursing Officer Recruitment 2026 Application Fee
There is no examination fee for reserved categories. Candidates who will pay examination fee except reserved category will be refunded after completed of examination and attendance checked.
Selection Process for OSSSC Nursing Officer Recruitment 2026
Selection Process includes in multiple stages such as Written Test, Document Verification, Final Merit List
• Written Test
Written Exam will be conducted for 100 marks of 100 questions within a 2 hours duration. There is negative marking applicable for wrong answers of 1/4 for each.
• Merit List
After Written Exam, provisional Merit List will be prepared for well performed candidates and shortlisted.
Document Verification
Shortlisted candidates original documents will be checked and verified
Salary Details for OSSSC Nursing Officer Recruitment
Selected candidates will receive salary and allowances as per Odisha State Government. Candidates who will be engaged on Group C Nursing Officer cadre will receive monthly basic pay of 29,200 per month as per Pay Matrix Level – 8. Along with basic pay, aspirants will get Dearness Allowance, House Rent Allowance medical benefits, and other admissible benefits.
How to Apply for OSSSC Nursing Officer Recruitment 2026
1. Visit the official OSSSC website at www.osssc.gov.in.
2. Complete registration/re-registration process on the official site using mobile number and email ID
3. Login using registered credentials.
4. Fill out all detailed information in the online application form.
5. Upload required documents.
6. Submit the application and download the confirmation page.
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OSSSC Nursing Officer Recruitment 2026 – Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q1. How many vacancies are announced under OSSSC Nursing Officer Recruitment 2026?
A total of 5,989 Nursing Officer vacancies have been announced under OSSSC Nursing Officer Recruitment 2026.
Q2. What is the last date for applying OSSSC Nursing Officer Recruitment 2026?
The last date for applying is 13 July 2026
Q3. What is the Pay Scale for OSSSC Nursing Officer?
Selected candidates will get ₹29,200–₹92,300 at Pay Matrix Level-8 Cell-01. The starting basic pay is ₹29,200 per month.
Q4. What is the application mode for OSSSC Nursing Officer 2026?
The application mode is completely online.