OSSSC Forest Guard Recruitment 2026 Notification Out – 1000+ Vacancy, Apply From 30 December
OSSSC Forest Guard Recruitment 2026 has been officially announced for 1000+ vacancies by the Odisha Subordinate Staff Selection Commission (OSSSC). The commission released the short notification on 24 December 2025 under Combined Recruitment Examination (CRE-II) for posts including Forest Guard, Forester, and Excise Constable.
The online registration process starts from 30 December 2025, and eligible candidates can apply through the official website osssc.gov.in. This recruitment is a major opportunity for 10th and 12th pass candidates seeking a secure Odisha Government job in the Forest & Environment sector.
OSSSC Forest Guard Notification 2026 – Highlights
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Recruitment Authority: Odisha Subordinate Staff Selection Commission (OSSSC)
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Exam Name: Combined Recruitment Examination (CRE-II)
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Posts: Forest Guard, Forester, Excise Constable
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Notification Date: 24 December 2025
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Total Vacancies: 1000+ (Expected)
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Application Mode: Online
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Official Website: osssc.gov.in
OSSSC Forest Guard Recruitment 2026: Overview
| Particulars | Details |
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| Organization | Odisha Subordinate Staff Selection Commission (OSSSC) |
| Recruitment Name | OSSSC CRE-II 2025–26 |
| Notification No. | IIE-121/2025-3206/OSSSC |
| Application Start Date | 30 December 2025 |
| Last Date for Registration | 22 January 2026 |
| Last Date to Submit Application | 30 January 2026 |
| Vacancy | To be announced |
| Selection Process | Written Exam, Physical Test, Document Verification |
| Job Location | Odisha |
OSSSC Forest Guard Eligibility 2026
Candidates must fulfill age, educational, and language requirements as mentioned below.
🔹 Age Limit
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Minimum Age: 18 years
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Maximum Age: 38 years
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Age Relaxation: Applicable for SC/ST/SEBC/Women/Ex-Servicemen as per Odisha Govt rules
🔹 Educational Qualification (Post-wise)
| Post | Minimum Qualification |
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| Forest Guard | 10th / 12th Pass (Science preferred) |
| Forester | 12th Pass (Science) |
| Excise Constable | 10th Pass |
| Language Requirement | Odia proficiency mandatory |
OSSSC Forest Guard Application Form 2026
The OSSSC Forest Guard online application form will be available from 30 December 2025 at osssc.gov.in.
Steps to Apply:
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Visit the official OSSSC website
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Complete One-Time Registration (OTR)
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Fill personal & educational details
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Upload photo, signature & certificates
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Submit application before 30 January 2026
👉 Applications submitted offline will not be accepted.
OSSSC Forest Guard Recruitment 2026: Important Dates
| Event | Date |
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| Short Notification Release | 24 December 2025 |
| Detailed Notification | To be announced |
| Online Registration Start | 30 December 2025 |
| Last Date for Registration | 22 January 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply Online | 30 January 2026 |
| Exam Date | To be announced |
OSSSC Forest Guard Exam Pattern 2026
The written examination will consist of 150 MCQs for 150 marks with a duration of 2.5 hours.
| Subject | Questions | Marks |
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| English | 25 | 25 |
| Odia | 25 | 25 |
| Arithmetic | 25 | 25 |
| General Knowledge | 25 | 25 |
| Computer Knowledge | 25 | 25 |
| General Science | 25 | 25 |
| Total | 150 | 150 |
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Negative Marking: 0.5 mark for each wrong answer
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Mode: OMR / CBT
Selection Process – OSSSC Forest Guard 2026
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Written Examination
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Physical Standard Measurement Test (PSMT)
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Physical Efficiency Test (PET)
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Document Verification
OSSSC Forest Guard Recruitment 2026 – FAQs
❓ Who can apply for OSSSC Forest Guard Recruitment 2026?
Candidates aged 18–38 years with 10th/12th pass qualification and Odia language knowledge can apply.
❓ How many vacancies are expected?
Over 1000+ vacancies are expected for Forest Guard, Forester, and Excise Constable posts.
❓ What subjects are asked in the written exam?
English, Odia, Arithmetic, General Knowledge, Computer Knowledge, and General Science.
❓ Where to apply for OSSSC Forest Guard 2026?
Applications can be submitted online only at osssc.gov.in starting 30 December 2025.
