The Odisha Staff Selection Commission (OSSC) has officially opened the application window for the Combined Technical Services Recruitment Examination (CTSRE-2025) for various Group-B and Group-C positions. The online registration process is scheduled to take place from 30th May to 29th June 2026. Explore this guide for the official notification PDF, eligibility requirements, and a comprehensive overview of the selection process.
OSSC CTSRE Notification 2026 PDF Out
The official OSSC CTSRE Notification 2026, released under Advt. No. 5925/OSSC, announces 646 vacancies for Junior Engineer (JE) and other technical roles. We strongly advise all aspirants to review the complete recruitment advertisement thoroughly before submitting their applications to prevent errors. You can access the direct download link for the official notification PDF below.
The OSSC Combined Technical Services Recruitment Examination (CTSRE 2026) aims to fill 646 Group-B and Group-C posts, with the OSSC JE Recruitment 2026 specifically seeking to fill 606 vacancies for the Junior Engineer position.
OSSC CTSRE Recruitment 2026- Highlights
Candidates interested in pursuing a career through the OSSC CTSRE Exam should familiarize themselves with the critical recruitment details summarized in the table provided below.
| OSSC CTSRE Recruitment 2026- Highlights | |
| Organization Name | Odisha Staff Selection Commission (OSSC) |
| Exam Name | Combined Technical Services Recruitment Examination (CTSRE-2025) |
| Post Name | Junior Engineer, Architectural Assistant, Cameraman, Photographer, Junior Draughtsman, Tracer |
| Vacancies | 646 |
| Advt. No. | 5925/OSSC |
| Mode of Application | Online |
| Registration Dates | 30th May to 29th June 2026 |
| Selection Process | Preliminary Examination Main Written Examination Certificate Verification |
| Official Website | https://www.ossc.gov.in/ |
OSSC CTSRE Vacancy 2026
The Odisha Staff Selection Commission (OSSC) has invited applications for 646 Group B posts across various Government of Odisha departments. The CTSRE examination facilitates recruitment for key roles including Junior Engineer, Architectural Assistant, Cameraman, Photographer, Junior Draughtsman, Tracer, and other technical personnel.
| Post Name | Department Name | Total Vacancy |
| Junior Engineer (Civil) | Engineer-in-Civil, Water Resources | 24 |
| Junior Engineer (Civil) | Director, Panchayati Raj, Panchayati Raj & Drinking Water Department | 450 |
| Junior Engineer (Civil) | Director, Municipal Administration | 132 |
| Architectural Assistant | Chief Architect, Odisha, Bhubaneswar | 23 |
| Cameraman | Information & Public Relations Department | 02 |
| Photographer | Information & Public Relations Department | 01 |
| Sound Recordist | Information & Public Relations Department | 01 |
| Mechanic | Information & Public Relations Department | 01 |
| Video Film Editor | Information & Public Relations Department | 02 |
| Junior Draughtsman (Civil) | Engineer-in-Chief-I, Rural Works, Odisha, Bhubaneswar | 07 |
| Tracer (State Cadre Field) | Engineer-in-Chief-I, Rural Works, Odisha, Bhubaneswar | 03 |
| Total | 646 | |
OSSC CTSRE Notification 2026 Eligibility Criteria
All applicants interested in the OSSC Combined Technical Service Examination must adhere to the eligibility criteria regarding age limits and educational qualifications defined by the commission. Only candidates who meet these specific standards will be considered for the selection process.
Educational Qualification
| Post Name | Educational Qualification |
| Junior Engineer (Civil)The | Candidate must have possessed a Diploma in Civil Engineering or an equivalent qualification |
| Architectural Assistant | Candidate must possess a Diploma in Architectural Assistantship |
| Cameraman | Candidate must have passed atleast Higher Secondary (+2) with Diploma/ Degree in Cinematography and have a skill in multi-camera setup and AV production |
| Photographer | Candidate must have passed at least Higher Secondary (+2) with Diploma in Cinematography and have skills in Digital Photography, Photo editing, use of various related software, and storage of digital images |
| Sound Recordist | Candidate must have passed at least Higher Secondary (+2) with Diploma/ Degree in Sound Recording & TV Engineering/ Sound Recording & Design, and have skills in both field and studio recording with knowledge of digital sound Recording and, sound mixing and maintenance of audio equipment and accessories |
| Mechanic | Candidate must have passed at least Higher Secondary (+2) with Diploma in Electronics and have skills in repairing of audiovisual equipment |
| Video Film EditorThe | Candidate must have passed at least Higher Secondary (+2) with Diploma/Degree in Video editing/ Film Production with skills in AV production, Multimedia and AV Archival |
| Junior Draughtsman (Civil) | Candidate must possess HSC with NTC pass in Draughtsman (Civil) in Computer Application & AutoCAD. |
| Tracer (State Cadre Field) | High School Certificate examination and NTC (Draughtsman Civil) and Certificate towards Basic Computer and Certificate towards Auto CAD Course from a recognised institution |
Age Limit (as on 01/01/2025)
To be eligible for the OSSC CTSRE examination, candidates must be at least 21 years of age and no older than 42 years as of the specified cut-off date.
OSSC Recruitment 2026 Application Fee
Applicants must submit the required examination fee exclusively through the official online portal. Please note that the examination fee will be refunded to those candidates who successfully appear for the recruitment examination.
| Category | Application Fee |
| SC, ST, and PwD | Exampted |
| Oters | Rs. 500/- |
OSSC Combined Technical Service Recruitment 2026 Selection Process
Selection for roles such as Junior Engineer, Architectural Assistant, and others will be based on a multi-stage recruitment process. The final merit list will be determined by the candidates' performance in the mains written examination and the subsequent document verification phase.
- Preliminary Examination
- Mains Written Examination
- Certificate Verification
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