Advt. IIE-54/2026-1896 • OSSSC • Health & FW Dept., Govt. of Odisha • Short Notification: 11 June 2026

OSSSC Nursing Officer Recruitment 2026 — 5989 Posts District Cadre Group-C • Health & Family Welfare Department • All 30 Districts of Odisha • GNM / B.Sc. Nursing • Apply Online 13 Jun – 13 Jul 2026 • osssc.gov.in

Odisha Subordinate Staff Selection Commission (OSSSC) has released a short notification — Advertisement No. IIE-54/2026-1896 dated 11 June 2026 — announcing one of the largest single-post healthcare recruitments in Odisha's history: 5,989 Nursing Officer (Group-C) vacancies under the Health & Family Welfare Department, Government of Odisha. These are District Cadre posts — meaning selected candidates will be posted and transferred only within the district they are recruited for, across all 30 district establishments under the respective Chief District Medical & Public Health Officers (CDM & PHOs). Candidates holding GNM (General Nursing and Midwifery) Diploma or B.Sc. Nursing degree from an INC-recognised institution, along with a valid registration from the Odisha Nursing Council (or any State Nursing Council recognised by the Nursing Council of India), and proficiency in Odia language (Class 7 and above), can apply online from 13 June 2026. Last date: 13 July 2026. Selection via OMR-based Written Examination (100 MCQs, 100 marks, 2 hours) followed by Document Verification. Pay Scale: ₹29,200 – ₹92,300 per month (Pay Level-8, 7th CPC).

📌 5,989 Nursing Officer Posts

⛰ OSSSC — Odisha Health & FW Dept.

📅 Apply: 13 Jun – 13 Jul 2026

📋 Advt. No.: IIE-54/2026-1896

🏭 Cadre: District Cadre — All 30 Districts

💰 Pay: Level-8 ₹29,200–₹92,300/month

💉 Qual.: GNM or B.Sc. Nursing (INC Recognised)

🚫 Reg: Odisha / State Nursing Council Must

📊 Exam: OMR — 100 MCQs — 100 Marks — 2 Hrs

🇪🇫 Odia: Class 7 Odia Language Mandatory

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5,989

Total Posts

🏭

Districts

📅

13 Jul

Last Date Apply

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₹29,200

Starting Pay

✍️

OMR

Exam Mode

📊

100

MCQs / 2 Hrs

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Odia Language Proficiency — Non-Negotiable Requirement for All Candidates

This is a state government recruitment under the Government of Odisha. All candidates — whether from Odisha or from other states — must have passed Odia as a language subject at Class 7 standard or above from a recognised Board. This is a mandatory eligibility condition, not a qualifying test. Candidates who have not studied Odia as a subject at school must obtain an equivalent Odia language certificate from a recognised institution before applying. Additionally, selected candidates must be able to read and write Odia fluently — a critical requirement for communicating with patients and documenting records in Odisha's district healthcare facilities.

Recruitment Overview

Short notification IIE-54/2026-1896 dated 11.06.2026 — Detailed notification to follow — osssc.gov.in

Particulars	Details
Conducting Body	Odisha Subordinate Staff Selection Commission (OSSSC) — established under Odisha Sub-Ordinate Staff Selection Commission (Dist. Cadre) Rules, 2012
Advertisement No.	IIE-54/2026-1896 dated 11 June 2026 (Short Notification) — Detailed Notification released by 12 June 2026 at osssc.gov.in
Post Name	Nursing Officer — District Cadre \| Group-C \| Non-Gazetted
Department	Health & Family Welfare Department, Government of Odisha
Reporting Authority	Chief District Medical & Public Health Officers (CDM & PHOs) across all 30 districts of Odisha
Total Vacancies	5,989 Posts — across all 30 district cadre establishments of Odisha — district-wise and category-wise breakdown in the detailed notification
Nature of Posts	District Cadre — posting and transfer within the concerned district only — candidates select their preferred district at the time of application
Pay Level	Pay Level-8 (7th Central Pay Commission / Odisha State Pay Matrix) — ₹29,200 to ₹92,300 per month
Online Registration Opens	13 June 2026 (through OTR — One-Time Registration at osssc.gov.in)
Last Date of Registration	06 July 2026
Online Application Opens	13 June 2026
Last Date to Submit Application	13 July 2026
Application Mode	Online only through OTR (One-Time Registration) at osssc.gov.in — no offline/manual applications
Selection Process	Stage 1: Written Examination (OMR-Based) → Stage 2: Document Verification → Appointment
Exam Mode	Offline — OMR (Optical Mark Recognition) Based paper examination
Exam Structure	100 Multiple-Choice Questions — 100 marks — 2 hours duration — negative marking: 0.25 per wrong answer
Minimum Age	21 years
Maximum Age	38 years — with relaxation for SC/ST/SEBC/Women/PwD as per Odisha Govt. norms
Official Website	www.osssc.gov.in

Important Dates

Short notification: 11 Jun — OTR/Registration: 13 Jun–06 Jul — Application: 13 Jun–13 Jul 2026

📣Short Notification Released — Advt. IIE-54/2026-1896 — osssc.gov.in
Detailed notification with district-wise vacancies, category-wise reservations, fee details, and full eligibility released by 12 June 202611 June 2026Released

📄Detailed Notification with Full Vacancy Breakup Released — osssc.gov.inBy 12 June 2026Available

🟢Online Registration (OTR) & Application Submission Opens at osssc.gov.in
Complete OTR first (if not already done) → then fill and submit application form — upload Nursing Council registration certificate13 June 2026

🚫Last Date to Complete OTR (One-Time Registration)
Registration is separate from application — complete registration by this date even if application deadline is later06 July 2026

🚫Last Date to Submit Online Application Form
Fill complete application → upload all documents → submit by midnight — do not wait till last date to avoid server congestion13 July 2026

📄Admit Card Release — published at osssc.gov.in ahead of the written examination — candidates download via their OTR loginTo Be NotifiedUpcoming

✍️Written Examination (OMR-Based) — 100 MCQs — 100 Marks — 2 Hours — Nursing subjects + GK/Odia — exam centres across OdishaTo Be NotifiedUpcoming

📊Result & Merit List — district-wise, category-wise merit list published at osssc.gov.in based on written exam marksAfter Written Exam

📄Document Verification — shortlisted candidates called with all original certificates — Nursing Council registration mandatory at this stageAfter Result

📋Appointment — final appointment issued by respective CDM & PHO of the concerned district — joining formalities followedAfter DV

⚠ All updates — detailed notification, admit card, exam date, result, DV schedule — published exclusively on www.osssc.gov.in. OSSSC communicates only through the official website and registered email. Keep your OTR login credentials and registered email active throughout the entire recruitment process.

Vacancy — Scale & Distribution

5,989 posts across all 30 districts of Odisha — District Cadre Group-C — Health Dept.

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Nursing Officer — District Cadre, Group-C | Health & Family Welfare Department

These posts are placed under the administrative control of the respective Chief District Medical & Public Health Officers (CDM & PHOs) across all 30 districts. Selected candidates work in government health facilities — PHCs, CHCs, District Hospitals, and other public health establishments within their district. This is a permanent state government position with full service benefits under the Odisha Government.

5,989

Total Vacancies

All 30 Districts of Odisha — Nursing Officers recruited for each district

Angul

Balangir

Balasore

Bargarh

Bhadrak

Boudh

Cuttack

Deogarh

Dhenkanal

Gajapati

Ganjam

Jagatsinghpur

Jajpur

Jharsuguda

Kalahandi

Kandhamal

Kendrapara

Kendujhar

Khordha

Koraput

Malkangiri

Mayurbhanj

Nabarangpur

Nayagarh

Nuapada

Puri

Rayagada

Sambalpur

Subarnapur

Sundergarh

Post	Total Vacancies	Pay Level (7th CPC)	Pay Range	Cadre Type
Nursing Officer	5,989	Level-8	₹29,200 – ₹92,300	District Cadre — Group-C
⚠ District-wise and category-wise (UR/SC/ST/SEBC/EWS/Women/PwD/ExSM) breakup of 5,989 posts is available in the detailed notification PDF at osssc.gov.in. OSSSC typically allocates around 15–25% seats for Women (horizontal reservation), ~15% for SC, ~22.5% for SEBC (OBC equivalent in Odisha), ~5% for EWS, and ~5% for ST as per Odisha Government reservation policy. Verify exact category-wise numbers in the official detailed notification.

📌 District Cadre — What It Means for You

Being a District Cadre post means your job is tied to a specific district of Odisha. You will be posted in government health institutions — Primary Health Centres (PHCs), Community Health Centres (CHCs), Sub-Divisional Hospitals, and District Hospitals — within the district you select during application. Transfers can only happen within the same district. This provides geographic stability but requires candidates to be genuinely willing to serve in the district of their choice. In the online application, you will indicate your preferred district — OSSSC prepares separate district-wise merit lists accordingly.

Eligibility Criteria

GNM or B.Sc. Nursing (INC recognised) + Valid Nursing Council Registration + Odia at Class 7 + Age 21–38

Route 1 — Diploma Level

GNM Diploma

General Nursing and Midwifery — 3.5-year full-time programme from an Indian Nursing Council (INC) recognised institution — covers both nursing theory and clinical practice, including a 6-month internship. Widely available route and has been a traditional pathway into public health nursing in Odisha.

Duration

3.5 Years

Level

Diploma

Recognised by

INC

Route 2 — Degree Level

B.Sc. Nursing

Bachelor of Science in Nursing — 4-year full-time undergraduate nursing programme from an INC-recognised institution — or Post-Basic B.Sc. Nursing (2 years for GNM holders) is also accepted. Provides a stronger academic foundation and is the preferred entry point for career advancement in nursing.

Duration

4 Years

Level

Degree

Recognised by

INC / UGC

Eligibility Condition	Requirements
Nationality	Indian citizens only — as per Odisha Government norms for state services
Educational Qualification	Must have passed Class 10+2 (Higher Secondary) or its equivalent from a recognised Board — CHSE Odisha, CBSE, ICSE, or equivalent — as a minimum academic foundation
Nursing Qualification	GNM (General Nursing & Midwifery) Diploma from an INC-recognised institution — OR — B.Sc. Nursing / Post-Basic B.Sc. Nursing from an INC-recognised institution. Courses from unrecognised or non-INC institutions are not eligible.
Nursing Council Registration	Must hold a valid registration certificate from the Odisha Nursing Council — OR — from any State Nursing Council recognised by the Nursing Council of India (NCI). The registration must be current and valid at the time of application — expired registration is not acceptable. Registration certificate must be uploaded during the online application process.
Odia Language Proficiency	Must have passed Odia as a language subject at Class 7 (Middle School) standard or above from a recognised school/Board. This is a mandatory eligibility condition for all state government posts in Odisha. Candidates without Odia at school level must possess an equivalent Odia language certificate from a recognised institution.
Minimum Age	21 years as on the cut-off date specified in the detailed notification (typically the date of the detailed notification)
Maximum Age	38 years for Unreserved/General category candidates — as on the cut-off date in the detailed notification

Category	Age Relaxation	Effective Maximum Age
SEBC (Socially and Educationally Backward Classes)	+5 years	43 years
SC (Scheduled Caste)	+5 years	43 years
ST (Scheduled Tribe)	+5 years	43 years
Women (All Categories)	+5 years over respective category limit	43 years (UR Women) / 48 years (SC/ST/SEBC Women)
PwD — General/UR	+10 years	48 years
PwD — SEBC	+10 years over SEBC limit	53 years
PwD — SC/ST	+15 years (cumulative with SC/ST relaxation)	58 years
Ex-Servicemen	As per Odisha Government Ex-Servicemen reservation rules	As applicable
Exact age cut-off date is mentioned in the detailed notification at osssc.gov.in. All category relaxations are as per Odisha Government reservation and service rules. Reservation benefits for SEBC/SC/ST/EWS are applicable only to Odisha domicile candidates in the respective categories.

🚫 Critical Eligibility Points — Must Check Before Applying

Odisha Nursing Council / State Nursing Council registration must be valid at the time of application — expired registration leads to outright rejection. Renew your registration before applying if it has lapsed.
INC recognition of your institution is mandatory — check the Indian Nursing Council's website (indiannursingcouncil.org) to confirm your GNM or B.Sc. Nursing institution is INC-recognised. Degrees from non-recognised institutions are not accepted.
Odia language at Class 7 or above is mandatory — this is checked at document verification — non-compliance leads to disqualification even after qualifying the written exam.
All qualifications must be acquired before or on the last date of application submission (13 July 2026) — appearing candidates without final certificate are generally not eligible unless specifically permitted in the detailed notification.
SEBC certificate must be issued by the competent authority as per Odisha Government norms — certificates from other states or in non-prescribed formats are not valid for claiming SEBC reservation in Odisha.

Examination Pattern & Detailed Syllabus

OMR-based — 100 MCQs — 100 Marks — 2 Hours — Nursing subjects (60%) + General Knowledge & Odia (40%)

Component 1

GNM / B.Sc. Nursing Subject Questions

60 Questions · 60 Marks · Core Nursing Domain

Component 2

General Knowledge & Current Affairs

20 Questions · 20 Marks · Odisha-focus

Component 3

Odia Language & General English

20 Questions · 20 Marks

Subject / Component	Questions	Marks
GNM / B.Sc. Nursing Subjects (see syllabus below for topic details)	60	60
General Knowledge & Current Affairs (with Odisha-specific emphasis)	20	20
Odia Language & General English	20	20
Total	100 MCQs	100 Marks
Exam Mode: Offline OMR-Based \| Duration: 2 Hours (120 minutes) \| Negative Marking: 0.25 marks per wrong answer \| Medium: English and Odia \| Each correct answer: 1 mark

Core Nursing Syllabus — Covering the 60-Mark Nursing Domain Section

🔥 1 — Foundation Anatomy

Anatomy & Physiology

Anatomical terms and body organisation — cells, tissues, organs — skeletal and muscular systems — cardiovascular system — respiratory system — digestive, nervous, urinary, reproductive, endocrine systems — sensory organs

🔬 2 — Infection Science

Microbiology

Introduction to microbiology — types of micro-organisms — infection and its transmission — immunity (natural vs acquired) — sterilisation and disinfection — laboratory techniques relevant to clinical nursing practice

🧠 3 — Mind & Behaviour

Psychology

Human behaviour — learning and memory — observation and perception — intelligence and emotional quotient — personality theories — mental health nursing principles — therapeutic nurse-patient relationship

👥 4 — Society & Health

Sociology

Social systems and family structure — culture and health — social problems affecting healthcare — community participation — social welfare legislation — public health policy in India and Odisha

💉 5 — Clinical Nursing

Medical-Surgical & Community Nursing

Fundamentals of nursing — nursing process — medical and surgical nursing conditions — maternal and child health — community health nursing — primary healthcare — infection control — patient safety — nursing ethics and legal aspects

💊 6 — Drugs & Nutrition

Pharmacology & Nutrition

Basic pharmacology — drug actions and interactions — drug administration routes — dosage calculation — nutrition principles — therapeutic diet — vitamins and minerals — nutritional disorders — balanced diet for patients

📋 Exam Strategy — How to Approach the 100-Mark Paper

With 60 marks dedicated to nursing subjects, core clinical knowledge is the key differentiator in this exam. Candidates should focus on: (1) Anatomy & Physiology — body systems and their functions; (2) Medical-Surgical Nursing — common conditions, nursing interventions, and patient care; (3) Community Health Nursing — PHC operations, immunisation schedules, national health programmes in Odisha; (4) Pharmacology — drug classifications, calculations, and commonly used medications. The remaining 40 marks cover General Knowledge (focus on Odisha geography, history, Chief Ministers, health schemes, national programmes) and Odia language (grammar, comprehension, vocabulary). With 0.25 negative marking, avoid random guessing — attempt only confident answers.

Pay Scale & Service Benefits

Level-8 — ₹29,200–₹92,300/month — 7th CPC — full Odisha Govt. service benefits

Component / Benefit	Details
Pay Scale (7th CPC)	Pay Level-8 — ₹29,200 to ₹92,300 per month
Dearness Allowance (DA)	As applicable to Odisha Government employees — revised periodically in line with Central Government DA revisions
House Rent Allowance (HRA)	As per posting location classification — urban/semi-urban/rural districts have different HRA rates as per Odisha Govt. norms
Medical Benefits	As per Odisha Government Health Scheme — medical coverage for employee and family dependents
Pension	National Pension System (NPS) / Odisha State pension scheme as applicable to Group-C state government employees
Leave Benefits	Earned leave, casual leave, medical leave, maternity leave (for women) as per Odisha Government service rules
Annual Increment	3% annual increment as per 7th CPC pay matrix norms
Job Nature	Permanent Government employment — posting in PHCs, CHCs, Sub-Divisional Hospitals, District Hospitals within the recruited district of Odisha — may involve rotational shift duties including night shifts and emergency duties
Career Advancement	Staff Nurse → Senior Nursing Officer → Nursing Superintendent — through departmental examinations and seniority as per Odisha Health Department service rules
Estimated gross in-hand salary at entry: approximately ₹38,000–₹45,000 per month including DA and HRA (varies by district/posting location) — permanent state government nursing employment with comprehensive service benefits and job security across Odisha's public health network.

How to Apply Online — OTR + Application Process

One-Time Registration (OTR) first → then fill application → upload Nursing Council certificate → submit by 13 Jul 2026

📌 OTR (One-Time Registration) — Mandatory First Step for All OSSSC Applications

OSSSC uses a One-Time Registration (OTR) system — every candidate must complete OTR once on osssc.gov.in. If you have already completed OTR for any previous OSSSC recruitment (Forester, RI, etc.), the same OTR credentials can be used to apply for this Nursing Officer post. OTR involves creating a permanent profile with your personal details, educational qualifications, and photograph/signature — this profile is linked to your Aadhaar number. OTR registration closes on 06 July 2026 — candidates must complete OTR before this date, even if the application deadline is 13 July 2026.

Step 1 — Complete OTR (One-Time Registration) at osssc.gov.in

Visit www.osssc.gov.in → Click on One-Time Registration (OTR) on the homepage → If already registered, skip to Step 2. For new registration: enter your Aadhaar number, verify with OTP, fill complete personal details (name, DOB, gender, category, contact details), upload passport-size photograph (JPG, 20–50 KB) and scanned signature (JPG, 20–50 KB). Your OTR profile is permanent and linked to all future OSSSC applications. After OTR, save your Registration ID and password securely.

Step 2 — Login and Find the Nursing Officer Advertisement

After OTR, log in to your OSSSC account using your OTR credentials. On the dashboard, locate Advertisement No. IIE-54/2026-1896 — Nursing Officer Recruitment 2026. Click on Apply Now. Your OTR-linked personal details will auto-populate in the application form. Verify all auto-filled information carefully — if any discrepancy exists in your OTR profile (name mismatch, wrong DOB), rectify it at the OTR level before proceeding.

Step 3 — Fill Application Details & Select Preferred District

Complete all application-specific fields: (a) Nursing qualification details — GNM or B.Sc. Nursing — institution name, year of passing, marks obtained, whether INC-recognised; (b) Nursing Council Registration details — registration number, issuing council (Odisha/State), validity date; (c) Odia language proof — class at which Odia was studied, Board name, year; (d) Preferred district selection — choose carefully, as district-wise merit lists are prepared separately — preference cannot usually be changed after submission; (e) Category details — SC/ST/SEBC/EWS/PwD/ExSM as applicable with certificate number.

Step 4 — Upload Required Documents

Upload scanned copies: (a) Valid Nursing Council Registration Certificate — this is the most critical upload — must show current validity and registered name matching application; (b) GNM marksheets/certificate or B.Sc. Nursing marksheets/degree certificate — all years/semesters; (c) 10+2 (HSC) certificate and marksheet; (d) Category certificate if applicable — SC/ST/SEBC/EWS/PwD — in Odisha Government prescribed format; (e) Odia language proof (school certificate showing Odia as subject); (f) any additional documents specified in the detailed notification. All uploads must be in the specified format and file size.

Step 5 — Pay Application Fee & Submit

Pay the prescribed application fee (amount specified in detailed notification — typically ₹100–₹200 for General/SEBC/EWS; Nil for SC/ST/PwD/Women — verify in the official detailed notification). Payment through the OSSSC payment gateway via Debit Card, Credit Card, or Net Banking. After payment, review the complete application preview. Click Final Submit. Download and save the application confirmation with your Application Reference Number. Submit before 13 July 2026 — the system closes at midnight on the last date.

Portal: osssc.gov.in OTR registration first (closes 06 Jul) Application closes 13 Jul 2026 Upload Nursing Council registration Select preferred district carefully Verify INC recognition of institution

Documents Required

Upload during application — carry originals + self-attested copies at Document Verification

#	Document	Stage
1	Aadhaar Card — mandatory for OTR registration and identity proof	OTR + DV
2	Passport-size photograph (colour, recent, plain background — JPG, 20–50 KB for upload)	OTR Upload + DV
3	Scanned signature (black ink on white paper — JPG, 20–50 KB)	OTR Upload
4	Class 10 (Matriculation) certificate and marksheet — for Date of Birth proof	Application + DV
5	Class 12 (Higher Secondary / 10+2) certificate and marksheet	Application + DV
6	GNM Certificate and all Year Marksheets — from an INC-recognised institution — OR — B.Sc. Nursing Degree and all Semester Marksheets	Application Upload + DV
7	Valid Nursing Council Registration Certificate — Odisha Nursing Council or any State Nursing Council recognised by NCI — showing current validity — this is the most critical document	Application Upload + DV (Mandatory)
8	Odia Language Proof — school leaving certificate / marksheet showing Odia as a subject studied at Class 7 or above	Application + DV
9	Category Certificate — SC/ST/SEBC/EWS — in Odisha Government prescribed format from Competent Authority — SEBC (OBC) certificate must be current and valid	Application + DV (if applicable)
10	PwD Disability Certificate — from Competent Medical Authority — stating type and percentage of disability — as per Rights of Persons with Disabilities Act 2016	Application + DV (PwD candidates)
11	Ex-Serviceman Certificate — from competent authority as per Odisha Government rules	Application + DV (ExSM candidates)
12	Application Reference Number / Confirmation Printout from osssc.gov.in	Admit Card + Exam Hall + DV
⚠ At Document Verification — carry all originals + minimum 2 self-attested photocopies. The Nursing Council registration certificate validity is verified at DV — if registration has lapsed by DV date, candidature is rejected. Category certificates must be in Odisha Government format — certificates from other states in non-prescribed formats are not accepted for claiming Odisha state category reservation.

Frequently Asked Questions

OSSSC Nursing Officer Recruitment 2026 — comprehensive Q&A for aspirants

What is the total vacancy in OSSSC Nursing Officer Recruitment 2026 and which department is it under?+

The Odisha Subordinate Staff Selection Commission (OSSSC) has announced a total of 5,989 Nursing Officer (District Cadre, Group-C) vacancies through short Advertisement No. IIE-54/2026-1896 dated 11 June 2026. These posts are under the Health & Family Welfare Department, Government of Odisha, and candidates will be recruited under the administrative control of the Chief District Medical & Public Health Officers (CDM & PHOs) across all 30 district establishments of Odisha. This is one of the largest Nursing Officer recruitments in Odisha's history, representing a significant expansion of the state's public healthcare workforce.

What qualifications are needed to apply for OSSSC Nursing Officer 2026?+

The essential qualifications are: (1) Passed Class 10+2 (Higher Secondary) or equivalent from a recognised Board; (2) Holds a GNM (General Nursing and Midwifery) Diploma OR B.Sc. Nursing / Post-Basic B.Sc. Nursing degree from an institution recognised by the Indian Nursing Council (INC); (3) Possesses a valid registration certificate from the Odisha Nursing Council or any State Nursing Council recognised by the Nursing Council of India (NCI) — this is mandatory and must be current; (4) Has passed Odia as a language subject at Class 7 standard or above from a recognised school/Board — this is a mandatory language eligibility requirement for all Odisha state government posts.

What are the important dates for OSSSC Nursing Officer 2026?+

The confirmed schedule: Short Notification released: 11 June 2026. Detailed notification: by 12 June 2026. Online Registration (OTR) & Application Opens: 13 June 2026. Last date for OTR Registration: 06 July 2026. Last date to submit Online Application: 13 July 2026. Admit Card release date, Written Examination date, and Document Verification schedule will be announced separately on osssc.gov.in after the application process closes. Candidates should monitor the official website regularly.

What is the exam pattern and syllabus for OSSSC Nursing Officer 2026?+

The written examination is offline OMR-based with 100 multiple-choice questions worth 100 marks to be completed in 2 hours (120 minutes). Negative marking of 0.25 marks applies for each wrong answer. The question distribution: 60 questions on GNM/B.Sc. Nursing subjects — covering Anatomy & Physiology, Microbiology, Psychology, Sociology, Medical-Surgical Nursing, Community Health Nursing, Pharmacology, and allied subjects; 20 questions on General Knowledge & Current Affairs — with Odisha-specific focus; 20 questions on Odia Language & General English. The merit list for final selection is prepared based on marks scored in this written exam, and Document Verification follows.

Is OTR (One-Time Registration) mandatory for OSSSC Nursing Officer 2026? What if I already have an OTR from a previous OSSSC exam?+

Yes — OTR is mandatory. However, if you have already completed OTR for any previous OSSSC recruitment (Forester, Revenue Inspector, Lab Technician, etc.), you can use the same OTR credentials to apply for Nursing Officer 2026 — there is no need to register again. OTR creates a permanent profile on osssc.gov.in. If you are a completely new applicant with no previous OSSSC OTR, complete the registration at osssc.gov.in by 06 July 2026 (OTR registration deadline) — note that the OTR registration deadline (06 July) is different from the application submission deadline (13 July). Candidates who miss the OTR registration deadline cannot apply even if the application form is open.

What does "District Cadre" mean for OSSSC Nursing Officer posts?+

"District Cadre" means that the Nursing Officer's service is tied to a specific district of Odisha. Key implications: (1) You must select your preferred district during the online application — selection cannot normally be changed after submission; (2) OSSSC prepares separate district-wise merit lists — you compete against other candidates who selected the same district; (3) After appointment, you will be posted in government health facilities (PHCs, CHCs, Sub-Divisional Hospitals, District Hospital) within your recruited district only; (4) Transfers are limited to within the same district — inter-district transfers are generally not permitted for district cadre posts; (5) This provides geographic stability but requires genuine commitment to serve in the selected district.

What is the age limit for OSSSC Nursing Officer 2026 and what relaxations are available?+

The age limit is minimum 21 years and maximum 38 years for General/Unreserved category candidates — calculated as on the cut-off date in the detailed notification. Age relaxations: SEBC (OBC equivalent in Odisha) — +5 years (maximum 43 years); SC — +5 years (max 43 years); ST — +5 years (max 43 years); All Women candidates — +5 years over their respective category limit; PwD (General/UR) — +10 years (max 48 years); PwD (SEBC) — +10 years over SEBC limit (max 53 years); PwD (SC/ST) — +15 years cumulative (max 58 years). Ex-Serviceman relaxation as per Odisha Government rules. All relaxations are applicable only to Odisha domicile candidates belonging to the respective categories.

My Nursing Council registration has expired — can I still apply?+

No — a valid (current) Nursing Council registration is a mandatory eligibility condition. The registration must be valid at the time of application submission. An expired registration leads to outright rejection of the application. If your Odisha Nursing Council registration has lapsed, you must renew it immediately — contact the Odisha Nursing Council (ONC) for renewal. Renewal typically requires the original registration certificate, renewal fee payment, and current employment/educational documents. Do not wait — renew as soon as possible and apply only after confirmation of renewed registration. Candidates registered with a State Nursing Council other than Odisha (e.g., Delhi, Karnataka, Maharashtra) can also apply if that council is recognised by the Nursing Council of India (NCI).

Can B.Sc. Nursing candidates from outside Odisha apply for OSSSC Nursing Officer 2026?+

Yes — candidates from outside Odisha can apply, subject to meeting all eligibility conditions: (1) Their B.Sc. Nursing or GNM institution must be recognised by the Indian Nursing Council (INC); (2) They must hold a valid registration from a State Nursing Council recognised by the Nursing Council of India — this includes councils from other states; (3) They must have passed Odia language at Class 7 standard or above from a recognised school — this is typically the most challenging condition for out-of-state candidates; (4) They must meet the age limit of 21–38 years — category-based relaxations (SC/ST/SEBC) apply only to Odisha domicile candidates in those categories, not to candidates from other states. Out-of-state candidates are generally treated as Unreserved/General category.

What is the salary and career growth path for OSSSC Nursing Officers in Odisha?+

OSSSC Nursing Officers are recruited at Pay Level-8 under the 7th Central Pay Commission structure — basic pay ₹29,200 per month, scaling up to ₹92,300 at the top of the pay matrix, with 3% annual increments. In addition, employees receive Dearness Allowance (DA), House Rent Allowance (HRA based on posting location), medical benefits, leave benefits, NPS pension, and other Odisha Government service perks. Estimated gross in-hand at entry: approximately ₹38,000–₹45,000/month. Career progression: Staff Nurse → Senior Nursing Officer → Nursing Superintendent → Chief Nursing Officer — through departmental promotions, seniority, and performance. Government nursing careers in Odisha offer significant service security, pension benefits, and an opportunity to contribute to public health across 30 districts of the state.

Official Links & Resources

Apply at osssc.gov.in — all notifications, admit cards & results on the official OSSSC portal

📄 Official Notification & Application Links

🔗 OSSSC Official Website — osssc.gov.in (Homepage — Apply Online, OTR, All Notifications) 📄 OSSSC Notifications Page — Download Detailed Advertisement IIE-54/2026-1896 (Nursing Officer 2026) ✍️ OSSSC OTR (One-Time Registration) — Register or Login to Apply Online 📊 OSSSC Recruitment Advertisements — All Active Notifications and Recruitment Links

📍 OSSSC — Contact & Key Information

Organisation: Odisha Subordinate Staff Selection Commission (OSSSC) — Government of Odisha
Established under: Odisha Sub-Ordinate Staff Selection Commission (Dist. Cadre) Rules, 2012 vide G.A. Department Notification No. 10069/Gen.
Advertisement No.: IIE-54/2026-1896 dated 11 June 2026
Post: Nursing Officer — District Cadre, Group-C
Department: Health & Family Welfare Department, Government of Odisha
Total Vacancies: 5,989 posts across all 30 districts of Odisha
Application Period: 13 June 2026 to 13 July 2026 | OTR Registration Closes: 06 July 2026
Pay Scale: Level-8 — ₹29,200 to ₹92,300 per month (7th CPC)
Official Website: www.osssc.gov.in

All updates — detailed notification, admit card, exam schedule, result, document verification dates — published exclusively on www.osssc.gov.in. Candidates should monitor this website regularly and ensure their registered email remains active. OSSSC does not use WhatsApp or unofficial channels for communication.

⚠ Critical Reminders Before Applying

Nursing Council registration must be valid and current — check validity date immediately and renew if expired before applying
OTR registration closes 06 July 2026 — earlier than the application deadline of 13 July — complete OTR well in advance
Verify that your GNM or B.Sc. Nursing institution is INC-recognised at indiannursingcouncil.org before applying
District preference once submitted cannot be changed — research each district's healthcare infrastructure and living conditions before selecting
Odia language at Class 7 or above is mandatory, not optional — verified at document checking — no exemption for any category
Category benefits (SEBC/SC/ST) apply only to Odisha domicile candidates — out-of-state candidates are treated as General/UR category
The official detailed notification PDF at osssc.gov.in contains district-wise and category-wise vacancy breakdowns — always refer to this for the most accurate information

Advt. IIE-54/2026-1896 — 11 Jun 2026 5,989 Nursing Officer Posts Apply: 13 Jun–13 Jul 2026 OTR must before 06 Jul 2026 GNM / B.Sc. Nursing + ONC Registration Pay Level-8: ₹29,200–₹92,300/month

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