OSSSC Nursing Officer Recruitment 2026: Apply for 5,989 Posts
The Odisha Sub-Ordinate Staff Selection Commission (OSSSC) has opened applications for 5,989 District Cadre Group-C Nursing Officer posts under the Health & Family Welfare Department, Government of Odisha, spanning all 30 districts. The application schedule has been extended multiple times — registration/re-registration now runs until 5 August 2026, with the online application form submittable until 12 August 2026.
Quick Overview
| Conducting Body | Odisha Sub-Ordinate Staff Selection Commission (OSSSC) |
| Advertisement No. | IIE-54/2026-1962/OSSSC |
| Total Vacancies | 5,989 |
| Age Limit | 21–42 years (as on 12 June 2026) |
| Registration/Re-registration Deadline | 5 August 2026 |
| Application Submission Deadline | 12 August 2026 |
Eligibility
Candidates must have passed 10+2 (or equivalent), hold a Diploma in GNM (General Nursing and Midwifery) or a B.Sc. Nursing degree from an institution recognized and approved by the Indian Nursing Council, and possess a valid Registration or Renewal Certificate from the Nursing Council of Odisha as on the date of application submission.
Selection Process
A Written Test of 100 marks (MCQ type, in OMR/CBRE mode), consisting of one paper: 60 questions/60 marks from the prescribed syllabus, plus additional sections as detailed in the official notification.
How to Apply
- Visit the OSSSC official website: osssc.gov.in.
- Complete registration/re-registration before 5 August 2026.
- Fill the online application form, selecting your district preference.
- Upload required documents and certificates.
- Submit before 12 August 2026 and print your confirmation page.
Official Links
Official Website: osssc.gov.in
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the registration deadline?
5 August 2026 for registration/re-registration.
What is the final application submission deadline?
12 August 2026.
How many vacancies are there?
5,989, across all 30 districts of Odisha.
What qualification is required?
10+2 plus GNM Diploma or B.Sc. Nursing, with valid Nursing Council of Odisha registration.
Given the schedule has already been extended multiple times, treat any further deadline as firm and register well ahead of 5 August rather than assuming another extension will come.