OSSSC Nursing Officer Recruitment 2026 – Apply Online for 5989 Posts

The Odisha Sub-Ordinate Staff Selection Commission (OSSSC) has published the official notification for the recruitment of 5989 Nursing Officer (Staff Nurse) posts for 2026. Eligible candidates holding a GNM or B.Sc Nursing qualification with valid Odisha Nursing Council registration can apply online before 20 July 2026.

Recruitment Overview

Detail	Information
Organisation	OSSSC, Odisha
Post Name	Nursing Officer (Staff Nurse)
Total Vacancies	5989
Job Location	Odisha
Application Mode	Online

Important Dates

Event	Date
Notification Released	02 July 2026
Application Begin	05 July 2026
Last Date to Apply	20 July 2026
Last Date for Fee Payment	22 July 2026
Exam Date	September 2026 (tentative)

Application Fee

Category	Fee
General / OBC / EWS	₹ 0 (No Fee)
SC / ST / PwD	₹ 0 (No Fee)

There is no application fee for any category for this recruitment.

Eligibility Criteria

• Passed GNM (General Nursing & Midwifery) or B.Sc Nursing from a recognised institution.
• Registered with the Odisha Nursing Council as a Nurse and Midwife.
• Adequate knowledge of the Odia language (passed Odia at ME / Class 7 standard).

Age Limit

Candidates must be between 21 and 38 years as on 01 January 2026. Age relaxation applies as per rules — 5 years for SC/ST/SEBC, 10 years for PwD, and as per norms for Ex-servicemen.

Selection Process

1. Written Examination (Computer Based Test)
2. Document Verification
3. Final Merit List based on written exam marks

How to Apply Online

1. Visit the official OSSSC website.
2. Register with a valid mobile number and email ID.
3. Fill in the online application form accurately.
4. Upload a scanned photograph and signature in the prescribed format.
5. Submit the form and take a printout for future reference.

Apply well before the last date to avoid last-minute server issues. Always verify every detail on the official notification before submitting your application.