OSSSC Ophthalmic Officer Recruitment 2026: Apply Online for 238 District Cadre Group-C Posts
The Odisha Sub-Ordinate Staff Selection Commission (OSSSC) has officially issued Advertisement No. IIE-103/2026-3282/OSSSC on 5th November 2026 for the recruitment of 238 Ophthalmic Officers in District Cadre Group-C posts under the Health & Family Welfare Department, Government of Odisha. The vacancies are distributed across 29 district health establishments, community health centres (CHCs), and sub-divisional hospitals. Candidates who have passed +2 Science with Certified Ophthalmic Assistant (COA) or Certified Ophthalmic Surgical Assistant (COSA) credentials can register online on osssc.gov.in from 5th November to 29th November 2026, with the final application window open until 5th December 2026.
📌 OSSSC Ophthalmic Officer Recruitment 2026 Overview
| Organization | Odisha Sub-Ordinate Staff Selection Commission (OSSSC) |
| Exam Name | OSSSC District Cadre Ophthalmic Officer Recruitment 2026 |
| Advertisement Number | Advt. No. IIE-103/2026-3282/OSSSC |
| Department | Health & Family Welfare Department, Government of Odisha |
| Group & Pay Scale | Group-C (Pay Matrix Level-7, Cell-01: ₹25,500 – ₹81,100 + allowances) |
| Total Vacancies | 238 Posts |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Job Location | Odisha (Across 29 District Health Establishments) |
📅 Important Dates
- Official Notification Release: 5 November 2026
- Online Registration / Re-registration Start: 5 November 2026
- Last Date for Online Registration / Re-registration: 29 November 2026 (11:59 PM)
- Last Date for Final Online Application Submission: 5 December 2026 (11:59 PM)
- Written Examination Date: To be notified (Tentatively January / February 2027)
💰 Application Fee
As per the orders of the Government of Odisha regarding state government recruitments:
- All Categories (UR, SEBC, SC, ST, PwD, Women): Completely Exempted (NIL / No Application Fee)
🎯 Age Limit (as on 01/01/2026)
The standard prescribed age limit for Ophthalmic Officer posts is 21 to 38 years as on 1st January 2026. Relaxations apply under state rules:
- SC / ST / SEBC Candidates: 5 Years (Up to 43 years)
- Women Candidates (All Categories): 5 Years (Up to 43 years)
- Persons with Disabilities (PwD): 10 Years relaxation (Cumulative up to 15 years for SC/ST/SEBC PwD)
- Short-Term COVID / Contractual Healthcare Workers: Relaxation as per applicable state health department notifications.
🎓 Educational Qualification & Registration
- Passed Higher Secondary (+2) Science Examination from the Council of Higher Secondary Education (CHSE), Odisha or an equivalent recognized board.
- Completed a two-year certified Ophthalmic Assistant Training Course (COA) or Ophthalmic Surgical Assistant Course (COSA) from any of the three government medical colleges in Odisha or other government-recognized institutions.
- Mandatory Council Registration: Must possess a valid, active registration certificate with the Ophthalmic Officers’ Council of Odisha on or before the application deadline.
- Odia Language Eligibility: Candidate must be able to read, write, and speak Odia fluently and have passed Middle School / ME Standard examination with Odia as a language subject.
📊 Vacancy Details
- Total Vacancies: 238 Posts (District Cadre Group-C)
- Distribution: Spread across 29 district health headquarters including Cuttack, Ganjam, Balasore, Mayurbhanj, Sambalpur, Sundargarh, Puri, Khordha, Koraput, and other state establishments.
- Reservations: Standard horizontal and vertical statutory reservations for SC, ST, SEBC, Women, and PwD categories are provided as per Odisha government service rosters.
🧪 Selection Process
- Stage 1: Single-paper Objective OMR / Computer-Based Written Examination (100 Marks).
- Stage 2: Document Verification of original educational marksheets, council registration certificates, Odia language certificates, and domicile proofs.
- Merit Compilation: Selection is based purely on the marks obtained in the written exam plus applicable career weightage for short-term contractual healthcare workers.
📚 Exam Pattern
The written examination consists of 100 objective multiple-choice questions for 100 marks with a duration of 2 hours (120 minutes):
| Section / Subject | Standard | Questions | Marks | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Technical Questions on Ophthalmic Assistant Course (Optics, Refraction, Ocular Diseases, Pharmacology, Surgical Instruments) | Diploma / Training Level | 70 | 70 | 2 Hours (120 Minutes) |
| Questions in Practical Healthcare & Clinical Eye Examination | Practical Standard | 15 | 15 | |
| Arithmetic & English / General Awareness | 10th Standard (HSC) | 15 | 15 | |
| Total | 100 | 100 | 2 Hours | |
Negative Marking: 0.25 marks will be deducted for each incorrect answer.
🖥️ How to Apply
- Visit the official OSSSC portal at https://www.osssc.gov.in” target=”_blank” rel=”noopener”>osssc.gov.in.
- If you are a new applicant, click on “Apply Online” and complete the New User Registration. If already registered with OSSSC, select “Registered User Login”.
- Under the active recruitment tab, locate Advertisement No. IIE-103/2026-3282/OSSSC for Ophthalmic Officer.
- Fill in personal details, +2 Science marks, and Certified Ophthalmic Assistant / Surgical Assistant training qualifications.
- Enter valid Odisha Ophthalmic Officers’ Council Registration Number and certificate issuance date.
- Select your order of district preferences across the 29 participating district cadres.
- Upload clear digital copies of recent coloured passport-size photo (20-100 KB) and full specimen signature (20-50 KB).
- Review all information thoroughly and submit the form. Note that registration closes on 29th November 2026, while final submission can be done until 5th December 2026.
🔗 Important Links
👉 https://www.osssc.gov.in” target=”_blank” rel=”noopener”>Apply Online on OSSSC Portal
👉 https://www.osssc.gov.in” target=”_blank” rel=”noopener”>Download Official Notification PDF (Advt. No. IIE-103/2026)
👉 https://www.osssc.gov.in” target=”_blank” rel=”noopener”>Official OSSSC Website
📈 Why Apply?
- Permanent State Health Service: Direct entry into Odisha’s regular public health infrastructure under the Health & Family Welfare Department.
- Level-7 Pay Matrix: Attractive starting basic salary of ₹25,500 with dearness allowance, house rent allowance, medical benefits, and promotional scope to Senior Ophthalmic Officer.
- District-Cadre Stability: Work in government district hospitals and community health centres with designated district seniority.
❓ FAQs
Q. What is the last date to register for OSSSC Ophthalmic Officer Recruitment 2026?
Online registration and re-registration must be completed by 29th November 2026. The final application submission is allowed until 5th December 2026.
Q. Is council registration compulsory for applying?
Yes, candidates must possess a valid, active registration certificate with the Ophthalmic Officers’ Council in Odisha.
Q. Is there any application fee?
No, in line with Odisha Government policy, the application fee is completely waived for all categories of candidates.
🏁 Conclusion
The OSSSC Ophthalmic Officer Recruitment 2026 offers 238 specialized technical government jobs for trained ophthalmic assistants across Odisha. Candidates holding +2 Science and COA/COSA credentials should complete their registration on https://www.osssc.gov.in” target=”_blank” rel=”noopener”>osssc.gov.in before the 29th November 2026 cutoff.
