OSSSC Nursing Officer Recruitment 2026: Apply Online for 5,989 District Cadre Posts

The Odisha Sub-ordinate Staff Selection Commission (OSSSC) has officially released a major employment notification for the recruitment of Nursing Officers for the 2026 session. Published under Advertisement Number IIE-54/2026-1962/OSSSC, this massive recruitment drive aims to fill 5,989 vacancies for District Cadre Group-C positions.

Selected professionals will be deployed across all 30 district establishments, medical colleges, and healthcare hospitals monitored by the Health & Family Welfare Department, Government of Odisha. The online application portal became active on 13th June 2026, allowing eligible candidates to register. The registration gateway closes on 6th July 2026, while final completed applications must be submitted by 13th July 2026.

Below is a highly organized, comprehensive guide covering important timelines, state eligibility parameters, salary details, test patterns, and step-by-step instructions to apply online.

Recruitment Notification Matrix

Particulars	Official Technical Details
Recruiting Authority	Odisha Sub-ordinate Staff Selection Commission (OSSSC)
Advertisement Reference	Advt. No. IIE-54/2026-1962/OSSSC
Designation	Nursing Officer (District Cadre Group-C)
Deploying Department	Health & Family Welfare Department, Govt. of Odisha
Total Live Vacancies	5,989 Seats
Job Framework	Permanent State Government Service
Pay Level Scale	Level-8 (₹29,200 to ₹92,300) as per ORSP Rules
Registration Window	13th June 2026 to 6th July 2026
Final Form Submission Deadline	13th July 2026
Official Portal Domain	www.osssc.gov.in

Important Recruitment Dates

The selection commission processes data using automated regional servers. Ensure your One-Time Registration (OTR) parameters are locked prior to the mid-summer deadlines.

• Short Advertisement Issued: 11th June 2026
• Detailed Notification PDF Released: 12th June 2026
• Commencement of Online Registration / Re-registration: 13th June 2026
• Closing Date for Online Registration / Re-registration: 6th July 2026
• Commencement of Online Application Submission: 13th June 2026
• Absolute Last Date to Submit Completed Application: 13th July 2026 (11:59 PM)
• Official Written Examination Date: To be announced later by the Commission

Post Structure & Remuneration Scale

• Classification & Scale: Appointed Nursing Officers join the Odisha state civil framework under Pay Matrix Level-8, Cell-01 (as per the Odisha Revised Scales of Pay Rules).
• Pay Bracket: The monthly core basic pay ranges from Sub-base ₹29,200 to Ceiling ₹92,300.
• Allowances & Perks: In addition to the basic pay, selected candidates receive standard allowances including Dearness Allowance (DA), House Rent Allowance (HRA), Medical Allowance, and uniform allowances matching current Odisha government employee policies.

Comprehensive Eligibility Framework

Candidates must verify they meet all academic, age, and regional language requirements before starting the application process.

1. Educational Qualifications & Registrations

• Basic Academic Step: Applicants must have passed the Higher Secondary (+2) or an equivalent examination from a recognized education board.
• Professional Nursing Degree: Candidates must possess a Diploma in General Nursing and Midwifery (GNM) OR a B.Sc. Nursing / Post-Basic B.Sc. Nursing degree from an institute approved by the Indian Nursing Council (INC).
• Council Registration Certificate: Applicants must hold a valid registration certificate from the Odisha State Nursing and Midwives Council (OSNMC) on the date of application submission.

2. Mandatory Odia Language Proficiency

Because this is a localized district cadre post, candidates must demonstrate fluent language proficiency in the regional language:

• Must be able to speak, read, and write Odia fluently.
• Must have passed the Middle School Examination (Class VII) with Odia as a language subject; OR passed Matriculation (Class 10) with Odia as a medium of examination in non-language subjects.

3. Age Boundaries (As of the Advertisement Date)

• Minimum Age Constraint: 21 Years
• Maximum Age Constraint: 42 Years

All-India Upper-Age Relaxations Applicable:

• Scheduled Castes (SC) / Scheduled Tribes (ST) / SEBC Candidates: 5 Years (Up to 47 years)
• Women Candidates (Across all social classifications): 5 Years (Up to 47 years)
• Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD): 10 Years (Up to 52 years)

Selection Process & Exam Blueprint

The selection framework consists of a single-tier centralized competitive written test, followed directly by verification rounds for the top merit ranks.

[Online Application] ──> [Written Examination (100 MCQ Marks)] ──> [Document Verification & Tie-Breaking] ──> [Final Merit List]

Detailed Written Exam Scheme

The exam is a 100-mark assessment conducted in either an offline OMR-based format or a Computer-Based Recruitment Examination (CBRE) layout over a duration of 2 Hours (120 minutes).

Subject Area Split	Number of Questions	Maximum Marks	Standards
Core GNM / B.Sc. Nursing Course Curriculum	60	60	Professional Diploma Level
Practical Questions based on Clinical Nursing Skills	25	25	Operational Hospital Scenarios
Arithmetic Parameters	10	10	HSC / 10th Standard
English Grammar Basics	05	05	HSC / 10th Standard
Composite Examination Layout	100	100	Total Timing: 120 Mins

• Negative Marking Protocol: Each correct response adds 1 mark. A penalty of 0.25 marks is deducted for every incorrect option.

Step-by-Step Online Application Process

All submissions must be uploaded through the commission’s direct server system. Paper forms sent via courier or postal channels will be rejected.

1. Launch Official Site: Go to the main homepage at www.osssc.gov.in.
2. Access Registration Dashboard: Click on “Apply Online” located at the top right of the navigation header.
3. Execute One-Time Registration: New users must click “New User” to complete their One-Time Registration (OTR). Returning users can simply click “Registered User” and fill in their active login credentials.
4. Fill Profile Particulars: Input your personal details, permanent address, and select your preferred district vacancy postings.
5. Log Academic & Nursing Credentials: Enter your Class 10, Class 12, and GNM/B.Sc. Nursing marks. Input your Odisha Nursing Council Registration number accurately.
6. Upload Mandatory Document Scans: Upload a clean passport photo (20 KB to 100 KB) and a specimen signature file (20 KB to 50 KB) in JPG/JPEG format.
7. Process Fee Checkout: Complete the payment transaction through the integrated portal gateway.
8. Final Submit & Save: Review your information for spelling errors, submit the form, and save the generated confirmation PDF page for future reference.

Application Fee Setup

• General / SEBC / Other Category Candidates: ₹500/-
• SC, ST, and Persons with Disabilities (PwD): Exempted (Nil)
• Payment Gateways: Online processing using Net Banking, Debit/Credit Card systems, or authorized UPI channels.

Official Links Hub

• Direct Application Link : Click Here
• Official Notification Link :Click Here
• Official website :Click Here

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

What is the final deadline to submit the application form for the OSSSC Nursing Officer recruitment?

The final date to complete new registrations or re-registrations is 6th July 2026. However, registered candidates have until 13th July 2026 to finalize and submit their completed application forms.

Can candidates currently in their final year of B.Sc. Nursing apply?

No. Applicants must have fully cleared their course and possess a valid registration certificate issued by the Odisha State Nursing and Midwives Council on or before the application date.

Is there a negative marking penalty in the written test?

Yes. The examination pattern enforces a negative marking penalty of 0.25 marks for each incorrect response.

Can candidates registered with other State Nursing Councils apply?

Candidates registered with other state councils can apply, but they must swap their registration and produce a valid registration certificate from the Odisha Nursing Council during the document verification phase.

How are ties broken if multiple candidates secure identical scores in the written exam?

Tie-breaking protocols follow a structured sequence: fewer wrong attempts in the written test, a higher percentage of marks in the professional GNM/B.Sc. Nursing degree, age seniority (older candidates are ranked higher), and finally, higher marks in the Class 12 examination.