The Odisha Staff Selection Commission (OSSC) has published the OSSC Food Safety Officer Recruitment 2026 notification for 84 Food Safety Officer (Group-B) vacancies under the Office of Commissioner of Food Safety, Health & Family Welfare Department, Government of Odisha. Online registration begins on 09 June 2026 and the final date for submitting the application form is 11 July 2026. For complete details, candidates can visit the official website https://www.ossc.gov.in.
It is highly important for all applicants to review the complete notification, which contains detailed information regarding eligibility, age limits, reservations, and the selection process before applying.
OSSC Food Safety Officer Recruitment 2026 – Overview
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Organization | Odisha Staff Selection Commission (OSSC), Unit-II, Bhubaneswar – 751009 |
| Advertisement No. | IIE-46/2025/5919/OSSC dated 30.12.2025 |
| Exam Name | CGLRE Specialist-2025 (Post Code: CGLS/345) |
| Post Name | Food Safety Officer |
| Group | Group-B |
| Department | Office of the Commissioner of Food Safety, Odisha, BBSR (Health & Family Welfare Department) |
| Total Vacancies | 84 (W-17) |
| Pay Scale | Level-9, Cell-1 of ORSP, 2017 |
| Application Mode | Online only (via www.ossc.gov.in) |
| Selection Mode | Preliminary Examination + Main Written Examination + Computer Skill Test + Certificate Verification |
| Official Website | https://www.ossc.gov.in |
OSSC FSO Recruitment 2026 Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Date of Advertisement | 30-12-2025 |
| Opening of Online Registration | 09-06-2026 |
| Last Date for Online Registration | 08-07-2026 |
| Last Date for Online Application Form Submission | 11-07-2026 |
| Editing Window for Online Application Form | 09-06-2026 to 14-07-2026 |
| Age Calculated As On | 01-01-2025 |
| Preliminary Examination Date | To be notified on the OSSC website |
OSSC Food Safety Officer Recruitment 2026 – Vacancy Details
A total of 84 vacancies have been announced for the post of Food Safety Officer (Group B) under the Office of the Commissioner of Food Safety, Odisha. The vacancies are distributed across various categories with provisions for women’s horizontal reservation included.
| Category | No. of Posts (Out of which Women) |
|---|---|
| UR (Unreserved) | 44 (W-09) |
| SEBC (Socially and Educationally Backward Class) | 08 (W-03) |
| SC (Scheduled Caste) | 13 (W-01) |
| ST (Scheduled Tribe) | 19 (W-04) |
| Total | 84 (W-17) |
PwD (Persons with Disability) Sub-Category Vacancy (Total 06 Posts = out of which W-02)
| PwD Category | No. of Vacancies | Benchmark Disability Eligible |
|---|---|---|
| Cat-II-04 | 06 (W-02) | Cat-II: Hard of Hearing with Suitable Aid |
| Cat-III-02 | Cat-III: Dwarfism, Acid attack victim, Leprosy Cured |
Special Category (Ex-Servicemen & Sports Persons)
| Category | No. of Posts |
|---|---|
| Ex-Servicemen (ESM) | 04 |
| Sports Person | 01 |
Note: Candidates belonging to the Transgender community are also eligible to apply. The number of vacancies is subject to change without prior notice at the discretion of the Commission, the Requisitioning Authorities, or the Government.
OSSC FSO Recruitment 2026 – Eligibility Criteria
Candidates must fulfill all eligibility conditions as on the last date of submission of the Online Application Form. The eligibility criteria are outlined as follows:
Educational Qualification
| Qualification | Details |
|---|---|
| Option 1 – Bachelor’s Degree | Bachelor’s Degree in Food Technology / Dairy Technology / Bio Technology / Agricultural Science / Oil Technology / Veterinary Science / Bio-Chemistry / Microbiology from a recognized University or institution. OR Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery / Bachelor of Dental Surgery / Bachelor of Homeopathic Medicine and Surgery / Bachelor of Unani Medicine and Surgery / Bachelor of Siddha Medicine and Surgery / Bachelor of Ayurvedic Medicine and Surgery / Bachelor of Sowa Rigpa Medicine and Surgery from a recognized University. |
| Option 2 – Master’s Degree | Master’s Degree in Food Technology / Dairy Technology / Bio Technology / Agricultural Science / Oil Technology / Veterinary Science / Bio-Chemistry / Microbiology / Chemistry from a recognized University or institution. |
| Option 3 – Doctorate Degree | Doctorate Degree in Food Technology / Dairy Technology / Bio Technology / Agricultural Science / Oil Technology / Veterinary Science / Bio-Chemistry / Microbiology from a recognized University or institution. |
| Additional Mandatory | Must possess adequate knowledge in Computer Application. |
OSSC FSO Recruitment 2026 – Age Limit
Candidates must be between 21 and 42 years as of 01-01-2025. The upper age limit is relaxable by 5 years for SEBC, SC, ST, and all Women candidates, and by 10 years for PwD candidates.
| Category | Age Limit (as on 01-01-2025) |
|---|---|
| General (UR) | 21 to 42 years |
| SEBC / SC / ST / All Women | 5 years relaxation (max 47 years) |
| PwD (Persons with Disabilities) | 10 years of relaxation over the applicable category limit |
| Ex-Servicemen | Total period of defence service rendered |
Note: To be eligible, candidates not enjoying any relaxation must not have been born earlier than 2nd January 1983 and not later than 1st January 2004.
OSSC FSO Recruitment 2026 – Application Fee
Candidates are required to pay the examination fee through the online mode only via the Odisha Treasury portal linked with the online application form.
| Category | Examination Fee |
|---|---|
| General / SEBC / Women / Ex-Servicemen / Sports Person | 500 |
| SC / ST / PwD Candidates | Exempt (No Fee) |
OSSC FSO Recruitment 2026 – Selection Process
The selection process consists of three stages:
| Step | Details |
|---|---|
| Stage I – Preliminary Examination | Mode: CBRE / OMR mode; Total Questions: 150; Total Marks: 150; Duration: 2½ Hours (150 minutes); Type: Objective MCQ; Negative Marking: 0.25 mark per wrong answer. |
| Stage II (a) – Main Written Examination | Mode: CBRE / OMR mode; Total Questions: 100; Total Marks: 200; Duration: 2½ Hours (150 minutes); Type: Objective MCQ; Negative Marking: 0.5 mark per wrong answer. |
| Stage II (b) – Computer Skill Test | Qualifying Marks: 50% of total marks; Exempted Posts: Food Safety Officer is NOT exempted; Computer Skill Test is required. |
| Stage III – Certificate Verification | Candidates numbering 1.5 times of the vacancies advertised will be shortlisted for Certificate Verification based on marks in the Main Written Examination and having qualified the Computer Skill Test. |
How to Apply for OSSC FSO Recruitment 2026
Applications must be submitted online only through the OSSC official website https://www.ossc.gov.in. No physical or hard copy applications will be accepted.
- Click the official apply link below to access the registration portal and submit your application.
💡 Expert Tip: Ensure that all uploaded documents meet the specified file size and format requirements to avoid issues during submission.
Important Instructions for OSSC FSO Recruitment 2026 Candidates
- Only bona fide Indian citizens are eligible to apply; they must be able to read, write, and speak Odia fluently.
- Candidates must possess the requisite qualification on the last date of submission of the Online Application Form.
- No hard copy / physical application will be accepted – online submission only.
- The examination fee is refundable only to candidates who actually appear in the Preliminary Examination.
- Only one online application is allowed per candidate; multiple applications will result in cancellation.
- Candidates applying for the Senior Economic Investigator post must choose one of 13 technical paper subjects in the online form; this choice is final and cannot be changed.
- PwD candidates must have a permanent disability of not below 40% to be eligible to apply under the PwD category.
- Candidates requiring a scribe must opt for a scribe in the online application form.
- Government servants / PSU employees must obtain and upload an NOC from their controlling authority.
- Mobile phones and electronic gadgets are banned inside examination premises.
- All information published regarding this recruitment will be on the OSSC website only – candidates are advised to check it regularly.
- Any misrepresentation/use of forged/false documents at any stage of selection will result in cancellation of candidature, debarment, and criminal proceedings.
Important Links
| Particulars | Link |
|---|---|
| Apply Online | Click Here |
| Download Official Notification PDF | Click Here |
| Visit Official Website | Click Here |
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q1. When is the deadline to apply for the OSSC FSO jobs?
Ans. You can submit your online application until 11 July 2026.
Q2. How many Food Safety Officer positions are open in 2026?
Ans. The OSSC has announced a total of 84 vacancies for the Food Safety Officer role.
Q3. How much is the application fee?
Ans. General, SEBC, Women, Ex-Servicemen, and Sports Person candidates must pay an examination fee of ₹500. Applicants from SC, ST, and PwD categories are completely exempt from paying any fee.
Q4. What stages are involved in the selection process?
Ans. To secure a spot, candidates will go through a Preliminary Examination, a Main Written Examination, a Computer Skill Test, and final Certificate Verification.
Q5. What educational qualifications do I need for this recruitment?
Ans. You need at least a Bachelor’s degree in subjects like Food Technology, Dairy Technology, Bio-Technology, or related medical and agricultural fields. Fluency in reading, writing, and speaking Odia is also mandatory.
Q6. What is the age requirement to apply?
Ans. Your age must fall between 21 and 42 years as of 01 January 2025. Reserved categories receive applicable upper age limit relaxations.
Q7. Where can I access the official notification?
Ans. The detailed notification and application portals are available directly on the official OSSC website at ossc.gov.in.
