Odisha Sub-Ordinate Staff Selection Commission (OSSSC) has released a Short Advertisement for Combined Recruitment Examination-2025 (II) for the posts of:
Odisha and nearby regions! The Odisha Subordinate Staff Selection Commission (OSSSC) has released the OSSSC Forester & Forest Guard Recruitment 2026 (II) Notification for various forest department posts under the Forest, Environment & Climate Change Department. This recruitment drive offers a huge opportunity for candidates who want to serve in forest protection, wildlife conservation, and environmental management.
The online application process for these posts will begin soon, and this article gives you full, up-to-date information including notification details, vacancy, eligibility, selection procedure, salary, important dates, and how to apply online.
📢 OSSSC Forester & Forest Guard Recruitment 2026 – Overview
| Recruitment Authority | Odisha Subordinate Staff Selection Commission (OSSSC) OSSSC |
|---|---|
| Recruitment Name | OSSSC Combined Recruitment Examination-2025 (II) |
| Notification Date | 24 December 2025 |
| Application Mode | Online Only |
| Job Location | Across Odisha |
This recruitment has been released under CRE-2025 (II) and includes the much-awaited Forest Guard and Forester posts.
Forester
Forest Guard
Excise Constable
Minimum Qualification :
- Forester : +2 (12th pass) in Science stream
- Must have studied Physics, Chemistry, Biology / Mathematics
- Forest Guard : +10 (HSC / Matriculation) pass & Must be able to read, write & speak Odia
- Excise Constable : +2 (12th pass) from a recognized board & Odia language knowledge required.
Age Limit Criteria:
- Minimum Age: 18 years
- Maximum Age: 38 years
- Age will be calculated as on:
- 01 January 2025 (tentative – subject to official notice)
- Age Relaxation
- SC / ST / SEBC / Women: +5 years
- PwBD: +10 years
- Ex-Servicemen: As per Govt. of Odisha rules
Important Dates:
- Application Online Registration / Re-registration: 30 Dec 2025 – 22 Jan 2026
- Application Submission of Online Application: 30 Dec 2025 – 30 Jan 2026
Please Check Notification Before Apply – IMPORTANT LINK :
| Notification | PDF HERE |
| Official Website | www.osssc.gov.in |
| Online Apply | osssc.gov.in |
