The Odisha Staff Selection Commission has officially scheduled the OSSC Combined Post Graduate Level (CPGL) Examination 2026 for 10th May 2026 (Sunday). Candidates can view the full exam schedule and essential details in this article.
The Odisha Staff Selection Commission (OSSC) is conducting the recruitment drive to fill 102 teaching positions across diverse subjects. The Preliminary Examination for the Combined Post Graduate Level Recruitment Examination (CPGLRE) 2025 is confirmed for 10th May 2026. The assessment will be held in a single shift via OMR mode across 13 districts in Odisha.
OSSC Combined Post Graduate Level Recruitment 2026 Summary
The OSSC CPGL selection process consists of a Preliminary Exam, a Main Examination, and final Certificate Verification. Upon successful selection, candidates will receive a competitive salary package ranging from Rs. 35,400 to Rs. 1,12,400 per month.
| OSSC Combined Post Graduate Level Recruitment 2026 – Overview | |
| Conducting Body | Odisha Staff Selection Commission (OSSC) |
| Exam Name | Combined Post Graduate Level Recruitment Examination |
| Post Name | Teachers, Physical Education Instructor, and Art Education Instructor |
| Adv No | Advertisement No. 5915/OSSC |
| OSSC CPGLRE Exam Date 2026 | 10th May 2026 (Sunday) |
| Educational Qualifications | PG/ MA/ M.P.Ed and master’s as per the posts |
| Age Limit | 21 to 42 years |
| Salary | Rs. 35,400 to Rs. 1,12,400 |
| Selection Process | Preliminary, Main Written Exam and DV |
| Official website | www.ossc.gov.in |
OSSC CPGL Exam Date 2026 Out
The CPGLRE 2025 Preliminary exam date is confirmed for 10th May 2026 (Sunday). The examination will take place in offline mode from 9:30 AM to 12:00 PM at designated centers. Comprehensive instructions regarding the exam day will be provided with the official admit card.
OSSC CPGL Recruitment 2026 Important Dates
All applicants for the 102 available vacancies are required to appear for the Preliminary examination on 10th May 2026. Please refer to the updated schedule below.
| Events | Dates |
| Notification | 31st December 2025 |
| Registration Starts | 12th January 2026 |
| Registration Ends | 11th February 2026 |
| Last Date for Online Application Submission | 14th February 2026 |
| OSSC CPGL Admit Card 2026 | 5th May 2026 |
| Exam Date | 10th May 2026 |
OSSC Combined Post Graduate Level (CPGL) Notification 2026 PDF
The detailed OSSC Combined Post Graduate Level Recruitment Notification (Advertisement No. 5915/OSSC) covers various teaching posts, including Science, History, Geography, Economics, Political Science, Mathematics, Odia, and English. The notification was published on 31st December 2026. You can access the document via the official OSSC portal or the link below.
OSSC Combined Post Graduate Level Vacancy 2026
Out of the 102 total vacancies released by the OSSC, 32 posts are reserved specifically for women candidates. A comprehensive subject-wise breakdown is provided in the vacancy table below.
| Post Name | Vacancy |
|---|---|
| Teacher Educator in Foundation Course | 16 (W-05) |
| Teacher Educator in Science | 07 (W-02) |
| Teacher Educator in History | 02 (W-Nil) |
| Teacher Educator in Geography | 01 (W-Nil) |
| Teacher Educator in Economics | 02 (W-Nil) |
| Teacher Educator in Political Science | 02 (W-Nil) |
| Teacher Educator in Mathematics | 10 (W-04) |
| Teacher Educator in Odia | 04 (W-01) |
| Teacher Educator in English | 09 (W-03) |
| Physical Education Instructor | 21 (W-07) |
| Art Education Instructor | 28 (W-10) |
| Total Vacancies | 102 (W-32) |
OSSC CPGL Recruitment 2026 Eligibility Criteria
To qualify for the Odisha CPGLE Recruitment 2026, candidates must meet specific eligibility criteria, including proficiency in reading, writing, and speaking Odia. Candidates are also required to meet at least one of the prescribed academic benchmarks.
- Passed Middle School Examination with Odia as a language subject.
- Passed HSC or equivalent with Odia as the medium of instruction in non-language subjects.
- Passed Odia as a language subject in Class VII or above from a recognized school.
- Passed a test in Odia (Middle English School standard) conducted by the School and Mass Education Department, Govt. of Odisha.
Educational Qualifications
| Post | Qualification |
|---|---|
| Teacher Educator – Foundation Course | PG in Education/Philosophy/Sociology/Psychology (50% marks) + B.El.Ed / B.Ed / D.El.Ed (50% marks) or M.Phil / Ph.D. in Education |
| Teacher Educator – Science | PG in Science (Physics/Chemistry/Botany/Zoology/Maths/Geography/Geology) (50% marks) + M.Ed (50% marks) |
| Teacher Educator – History | M.A. in History (50% marks) + M.Ed (50% marks) |
| Teacher Educator – Geography | M.A. in Geography (50% marks) + M.Ed (50% marks) |
| Teacher Educator – Economics | M.A. in Economics (50% marks) + M.Ed (50% marks) |
| Teacher Educator – Political Science | M.A. in Political Science (50% marks) + M.Ed (50% marks) |
| Teacher Educator – Mathematics | M.A. / M.Sc in Mathematics (50% marks) + M.Ed (50% marks) |
| Teacher Educator – Odia | M.A. in Odia (50% marks) + M.Ed (50% marks) |
| Teacher Educator – English | M.A. in English (50% marks) + M.Ed (50% marks) |
| Physical Education Instructor | M.P.Ed (50% marks) |
| Art Education Instructor | Master in Fine Arts (Visual Arts) or Performing Arts (Music/Dance/Theatre) (50% marks) |
Age Limit (as on 01/01/2025)
The age limit for applicants is set between 21 and 42 years.
| Category | Age Relaxation |
|---|---|
| SEBC, SC, ST, Women | +5 years |
| PwD | +10 years |
| Ex-servicemen | Service period in defence + 10 years |
OSSC Combined Post Graduate Level Application Fee 2026
Applicants must pay the designated application fee for the Odisha OSSC CPGLE recruitment. Please note that the fee is refundable only for candidates who successfully appear for the examination.
| Category | Fee |
| SC, ST, and PwD | Exempted |
| Other Categories | Rs. 500 |
OSSC CPGL Selection Process 2026
The selection process for Physical Education Instructors, Art Education Instructors, and other teaching staff is divided into three key stages.
Stage I: Preliminary Examination (150 Marks): This stage screens candidates for the main exam. Shortlisted candidates, equivalent to six times the total number of vacancies, will qualify for the Main Written Examination based on their performance.
Stage II: Main Written Examination (200 Marks): The examination may be conducted either in OMR-based offline mode or as a Computer-Based Recruitment Examination (CBRE).
Negative marking for incorrect answers is structured as follows:
1/4th of marks deducted for 4-option questions
1/3rd of marks deducted for 3-option questions
Stage III: Certificate Verification (CV): Candidates amounting to twice the number of vacancies per post/category will be invited for document verification based on their results in the Main Examination.
OSSC CPGLE Salary 2026
Successful candidates start at a monthly salary of Rs. 35,400 (Level-9, Cell-1), with the potential for career growth up to Rs. 1,12,400 through annual increments.
| Parameters | Details |
| Level | 9 |
| Salary | Rs. 35,400 to Rs. 1,12,400 |
FAQs
What is the OSSC CPGL Exam Date 2026?
The OSSC has officially announced that the Preliminary Examination for the Combined Post Graduate Level recruitment will be conducted on 10th May 2026.
What is the salary for the teachers under OSSC Combined Post Graduate Level Recruitment 2026?
The remuneration for these positions ranges from Rs. 35,400 to Rs. 1,12,400 per month.
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