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OSSSC Recruitment 2026 – Forester, Forest Guard & Excise Constable

January 16, 2026
OSSSC Recruitment
Odisha Subordinate Staff Selection Commission
Quick facts
PostForester, Forest Guard, Excise Constable
Advt. No.CRE-2025 (II)
Vacancies1518
Pay ScaleForester: ₹25,500 – ₹81,100 (Level-7) Forest Guard & Excise Constable: ₹19,900 – ₹63,200 (Level-4)
Apply From07 Jan 2026
Apply Upto07 Feb 2026

🌲 OSSSC Recruitment 2026 – Forester, Forest Guard & Excise Constable (1,518 Vacancies) | Apply Online

OSSSC Recruitment 2026 notification is officially released! 🎯
Odisha Subordinate Staff Selection Commission (OSSSC) has announced 1,518 vacancies for Forester, Forest Guard, and Excise Constable posts under Combined Recruitment Examination (CRE) – 2025 (II).

This is a golden opportunity for Odisha govt job aspirants looking for a stable career in the Forest & Excise Department.


πŸ”” OSSSC Recruitment 2026 – Overview

Particulars Details
Organization Odisha Subordinate Staff Selection Commission (OSSSC)
Exam Name Combined Recruitment Examination – 2025 (II)
Posts Forester, Forest Guard, Excise Constable
Total Vacancies 1,518 Posts
Job Location Odisha
Application Mode Online
Official Website osssc.gov.in

πŸ“Š Post Wise Vacancy Details (Expected)

Post Name Vacancies
Forester 316
Forest Guard 1,167
Excise Constable 35
Total 1,518

πŸ‘‰ Final vacancy distribution may vary as per official notification.


πŸŽ“ Eligibility Criteria (ΰ€Άΰ₯ˆΰ€•ΰ₯ΰ€·ΰ€£ΰ€Ώΰ€• ΰ€―ΰ₯‹ΰ€—ΰ₯ΰ€―ΰ€€ΰ€Ύ)

πŸ“˜ Educational Qualification

  • Forester: 12th Pass (Science preferred)

  • Forest Guard: 10th Pass

  • Excise Constable: 10th Pass

πŸ‘‰ Candidates must have passed from a recognized board or institution.


πŸŽ‚ Age Limit (As on Notification Date)

  • Minimum Age: 18 Years

  • Maximum Age: 38 Years

πŸ”“ Age Relaxation

  • SC / ST / SEBC / Women: As per Odisha Govt rules

  • PwD: Extra age relaxation applicable


πŸ’° Salary / Pay Scale

Post Pay Scale
Forester β‚Ή25,500 – β‚Ή81,100
Forest Guard β‚Ή19,900 – β‚Ή63,200
Excise Constable β‚Ή19,900 – β‚Ή63,200

πŸ’Ό Along with DA, HRA, TA & other allowances as per state norms.


πŸ“ Selection Process (ΰ€šΰ€―ΰ€¨ ΰ€ͺΰ₯ΰ€°ΰ€•ΰ₯ΰ€°ΰ€Ώΰ€―ΰ€Ύ)

OSSSC Recruitment 2026 selection will be conducted in multiple stages:

1️⃣ Written Examination
2️⃣ Physical Measurement Test (PMT)
3️⃣ Physical Efficiency Test (PET)
4️⃣ Document Verification

πŸ‘‰ Physical fitness is mandatory for all posts.


πŸƒ Physical Standards (Indicative)

πŸ“ Height (Minimum)

  • Male: 163 cm

  • Female: 150 cm

🫁 Chest (For Male)

  • Normal: 79 cm

  • Expansion: 5 cm

(Category-wise relaxation applicable)


πŸ—“ Important Dates – OSSSC Recruitment 2026

Event Date
Notification Release January 2026
Online Application Start February 2026
Last Date to Apply March 2026
Written Exam To be notified
PET / PMT After written exam

πŸ“’ Dates will be updated once officially announced.


πŸ’³ Application Fee

  • General / OBC: β‚Ή0

  • SC / ST / PwD: β‚Ή0

βœ… No application fee – OSSSC recruitment is completely FREE.


🌐 How to Apply for OSSSC Recruitment 2026?

Follow these simple steps πŸ‘‡

1️⃣ Visit official website – osssc.gov.in
2️⃣ Click on OSSSC CRE 2025 (II) Recruitment link
3️⃣ Register using mobile number & email
4️⃣ Fill application form carefully
5️⃣ Upload documents (photo, signature)
6️⃣ Submit & take printout for future reference


πŸ“Œ Important Documents Required

  • 10th / 12th Marksheet

  • Caste Certificate (if applicable)

  • Domicile Certificate

  • Aadhaar Card

  • Passport Size Photograph


πŸ” Why Apply for OSSSC Forest & Excise Jobs?

βœ” Permanent Government Job
βœ” Good Salary & Allowances
βœ” Respectable Uniform Services
βœ” Job Security
βœ” Career Growth in Odisha Govt


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  • OSSSC Excise Constable Jobs

  • 10th Pass Govt Jobs Odisha

  • Odisha Govt Jobs 2026

  • OSSSC Online Form


πŸ“£ Final Words

If you are dreaming of a government job in Odisha, then OSSSC Recruitment 2026 is a must-apply opportunity πŸš€. Start your preparation early for written + physical tests to secure your selection.

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