OSSSC Nursing Officer Recruitment 2026: Last Date Extended Again for 5,989 Vacancies

The Odisha Subordinate Staff Selection Commission (OSSSC) has invited online applications for 5,989 district cadre vacancies for Nursing Officer-2026 (Group C). According to the official notification, the deadline to complete registration forms has been extended again. Now, the final date to complete registration is 16th August 2026, and the deadline to submit the completed application form is 19th August 2026. Candidates who have not yet registered are strongly advised to submit their application via the official website, www.osssc.gov.in, or by using the direct link provided below.

Odisha Nursing Officer Recruitment 2026- Summary

Applicants must hold a GNM (General Nursing and Midwifery) Diploma or a B.Sc. Nursing degree from an institution recognized by the Indian Nursing Council (INC) to be eligible for the Nursing Officer position. The selection process consists of a written examination followed by document verification.

OSSSC Nursing Officer Recruitment 2026- Important Dates

The registration schedule and final submission deadline for the OSSSC Nursing Officer Recruitment 2026 have been officially extended once again.

OSSSC Nursing Officer Vacancy 2026

The Odisha Subordinate Staff Selection Commission aims to recruit 5,989 Nursing Officers (Group C) across all 30 district establishments under the Health and Family Welfare Department, Government of Odisha. Out of these total openings, 2,001 vacancies are specifically reserved for women candidates.

OSSSC Nursing Officer Notification 2026 PDF

The detailed notification PDF (Advt. No. IPE- 54/2026-1962/OSSSC) for the Nursing Officer recruitment has been published on the official portal, www.osssc.gov.in. Candidates can download the official document via the link below to review all terms and conditions thoroughly.

Odisha OSSSC Nursing Officer Notification 2026 PDF – Click to Download

Odisha Nursing Officer Eligibility Criteria 2026

Aspiring applicants must fulfill all required eligibility parameters specified by the commission, including educational qualifications, age limits, and language proficiency.

Educational Qualification

• Have passed 10+2 or its equivalent.
• Possess a GNM (General Nursing and Midwifery) Diploma or B.Sc. A nursing degree from an institution recognised by the Indian Nursing Council (INC).
• Hold a valid registration certificate from the Odisha Nursing Council or any State Nursing Council recognised by the Nursing Council of India.
• Have passed Class 7 or above with Odia as a language subject.

Age Limit

To apply for the Nursing Officer post, candidates must be at least 21 years old and not older than 42 years. Upper age relaxations will be applicable for candidates from reserved categories in accordance with prevailing government guidelines.

OSSSC Nursing Officer Application Form 2026 Link

The online application window for OSSSC Nursing Officer Recruitment 2026 is currently active on the official website, https://www.osssc.gov.in/. Online registrations will now close on 16th August 2026, and the final date to submit the fully completed application form is 19th August 2026. Applicants are advised to fill out their forms meticulously with accurate details to prevent any discrepancies later.

OSSSC Nursing Officer Apply Online 2026 Starts – Click to Check

Steps to Apply Online for OSSSC Nursing Officer Vacancy 2026

1. Visit the official website of Odisha Subordinate Staff Selection Commission (OSSSC) i.e. https://www.osssc.gov.in/.
2. Now, find the link with the text ‘ADVERTISEMENT No. IIE-54/2026-1962/OSSSC DATED – 12.06.2026 —– Invitation of online application for recruitment to 5989 number of District Cadre posts of Nursing Officer-2026.’ and click on it.
3. Click on ‘New Registration’ and then fill in the required details such as contact information, name, etc.
4. A password and registration number will be generated, which will be used to log in to the candidate portal.
5. Now, log in to the candidate portal and complete the application form by submitting the necessary documents.
6. Click on the ‘Submit’ button and proceed further.
7. Download and take a printout of the application form for future reference.

Application Fee for Odisha Nursing Officer Recruitment 2026

Candidates must pay the mandatory application fee while submitting the OSSSC Nursing Officer Application Form 2026. Failure to complete the fee payment will lead to immediate rejection of the candidature.

Fee Payment Modes: Credit Card, Debit Card, Net Banking, and UPI (available via online mode).

What is OSSSC Nursing Officer Selection Process 2026?

Eligible candidates applying for the Nursing Officer position must undergo a two-tier selection procedure comprising a written test and document verification. The final merit list will be prepared based strictly on the candidate's performance in the written exam followed by the verification of original credentials.

• Written Examination
• Document Verification

OSSSC Nursing Officer Recruitment 2026 Exam Pattern

The written examination is conducted offline in an OMR-based format.

• Question Type: Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
• Number of Questions: 100
• Marks: 100
• Duration: 2 Hours
• Negative Marking: 0.25 Marks for each incorrect answer

OSSSC Nursing Officer Syllabus and Exam Pattern 2026 – Click to Check

OSSSC Nursing Officer Previous Year Question Papers – Click to Check

OSSSC Nursing Officer Salary 2026

Candidates selected for the Nursing Officer roles will be compensated under Level-8 of the Odisha Revised Scales of Pay (ORSP) Rules.