OSSC JE Exam Guide 2026
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| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Conducting Authority | Odisha Staff Selection Commission (OSSC) |
| Post Name | Junior Engineer (Civil) |
| Examination Name | Combined Technical Services Recruitment Examination (CTSRE) |
| Educational Qualification | Diploma in Civil Engineering |
| Minimum Age | 21 Years |
| Maximum Age | 42 Years |
| Age Calculation Date | 01 January 2025 |
| Nationality | Indian Citizen |
| Language Requirement | Must Read, Write, and Speak Odia |
| Selection Process | Preliminary Exam, Main Exam, Certificate Verification |
📊 Post Name & Classification Details
| Post Name | Department | Educational Qualification |
|---|---|---|
| Junior Engineer (Civil) | Engineer-in-Chief, Water Resources | Must possess a Diploma in Civil Engineering or an equivalent qualification from an institution recognized by the Odisha Council of Technical Education & Vocational Training. |
| Junior Engineer (Civil) | Director, Panchayati Raj, Panchayati Raj & Drinking Water Department | Must possess a Diploma in Civil Engineering or an equivalent qualification from an institution recognized by the Odisha Council of Technical Education & Vocational Training. |
| Junior Engineer (Civil) | Director, Municipal Administration | Must have a Diploma in Civil Engineering from an institution recognized by the Directorate of Technical Education of Odisha AND must be computer literate. |
📊 Eligibility Criteria Details
| Criteria | Age Limit |
|---|---|
| Minimum Age | 21 Years |
| Maximum Age | 42 Years |
| Date of Birth Range | Must not have been born earlier than 2nd January 1983 and not later than 1st January 2004. |
| Age Relaxation | 5 Years for SEBC, SC, ST, and all Women candidates. 10 Years for PwD candidates. Ex-servicemen age relaxation applies as per the total period of service rendered in defence forces. |
📊 Exam Pattern & Marking Scheme
| Odia Language Qualification | Details |
|---|---|
| Middle School Examination | Passed with Odia as a language subject |
| HSC Examination | Passed with Odia as medium in non-language subject |
| Class VII or Above | Passed Odia as a language subject |
| Government Language Test | Passed Odia test of Middle English School standard conducted by School & Mass Education Department, Government of Odisha |
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Q1.What is the minimum educational qualification needed for OSSC JE 2026?
The candidate should have obtained a diploma in civil engineering or equivalent from a recognized university/college approved by Odisha Council of Technical Education & Vocational Training or Directorate of Technical Education, Odisha.
Q2.What is the age limit in OSSC Junior Engineer Recruitment 2026?
Candidates who want to apply for OSSC JE Recruitment 2026 should have completed 21 years but not more than 42 years as on 01 January 2025.
Q3.Is there any age relaxation in OSSC JE Recruitment for reserved categories?
There is age relaxation for reserved categories, and that includes 5 years relaxation for SEBC, SC, ST, and women applicants. While PWD candidates will enjoy 10 years relaxation in age.
Q4.Do you need to know Odia for OSSC JE Recruitment 2026?
Yes, one must read, write and speak Odia in order to be eligible for OSSC Junior Engineer Recruitment 2026.
Q5.Can candidates from other states apply for OSSC JE Recruitment 2026?
Yes, candidates need to read, speak, and write Odia to apply for recruitment.
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