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The Odisha State Pollution Control Board (OSPCB) has officially released a comprehensive recruitment notification for the year 2026. This recruitment drive aims to fill 113 vacancies across various Group B and Group C positions. The board is seeking talented professionals for technical roles like Assistant Environmental Engineer and Assistant Environmental Scientist, as well as administrative roles like Assistant Section Officer (ASO) and Accountants.
This is a state-level opportunity under the Department of Forest, Environment & Climate Change, Govt. of Odisha. The selection will be conducted via a Computer-Based Test (CBT) followed by an interview. If you are a graduate in Engineering, Science, or Commerce, this is your chance to contribute to environmental governance in Odisha.
OSPCB Recruitment 2026: Highlights
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Organization | Odisha State Pollution Control Board (OSPCB) |
| Advt. No. | 835/I-ESTT/Misc/208/2024 |
| Total Vacancies | 113 Posts |
| Category | Group B & Group C |
| Job Location | Odisha |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Official Website | ospcboard.odisha.gov.in |
1. Important Dates & Application Fee
The application window is currently active. Candidates are advised to apply well before the closing time.
- Notification Release Date: January 20, 2026
- Online Application Starts: January 21, 2026 (11:00 AM)
- Last Date to Apply Online: February 11, 2026 (05:30 PM)
- Exam Date: Expected April 2026
Application Fees:
- General / OBC / SEBC: Contact portal for specific fee details (Some state-level OSPCB notifications have previously exempted fees or kept them minimal).
- SC / ST / PwD: Generally Exempted.
2. Vacancy Details & Pay Scale
| Name of the Post | Group | No. of Vacancies | Pay Scale (Level) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Assistant Env. Engineer | B | 25 | Level 10 (₹44,900 – ₹1,42,400) |
| Assistant Env. Scientist | B | 15 | Level 10 (₹44,900 – ₹1,42,400) |
| Assistant Section Officer | B | 06 | Level 09 (₹35,400 – ₹1,12,400) |
| Senior Scientific Asst. | B | 05 | Level 09 (₹35,400 – ₹1,12,400) |
| Accountant | B | 03 | Level 09 (₹35,400 – ₹1,12,400) |
| Junior Lab. Assistant | C | 28 | Level 04 (₹19,900 – ₹63,200) |
| Junior Accountant | C | 16 | Level 04 (₹19,900 – ₹63,200) |
| Junior Assistant | C | 15 | Level 04 (₹19,900 – ₹63,200) |
3. Eligibility Criteria (as of 01.01.2026)
A. Educational Qualification
- Assistant Env. Engineer: B.E. / B.Tech in Civil, Chemical, Mining, Mechanical, or Environmental Engineering.
- Assistant Env. Scientist: M.Sc. in Chemistry, Life Science, Environmental Science, or Statistics.
- ASO / Junior Assistant: Graduate in any discipline with PGDCA (Computer Application).
- Junior Lab Assistant: B.Sc. with Physics/Chemistry/Botany/Zoology.
- Accountant: B.Com with CA/ICWA (Inter) and relevant experience.
B. Age Limit
- Minimum: 21 Years
- Maximum: 42 Years
- (Age relaxation of 5 years for SC/ST/SEBC/Women and 10 years for PwD candidates).
4. Selection Process & Syllabus
- Written Exam (CBT): 90 Marks (90 MCQs | 90 Minutes).
- Subjects: Reasoning, Data Interpretation, Current Environmental Affairs, and Post-specific Technical knowledge.
- Negative Marking: 0.33 for each wrong answer.
- Interview / Viva-Voce: 10 Marks.
- Document Verification.
5. Important Links for Candidates
| Resource Description | Official Links / Action |
|---|---|
| Online Application Portal | Click Here to Apply Click here to login if registration done |
| Download Full Notification (PDF) | Download Official PDF |
| OSPCB Official Website | ospcboard.odisha.gov.in |
Official Notification Disclaimer:
This post is for student awareness. Candidates must thoroughly read the official Notification No. 835 before applying. Ensure you meet the Odia language requirement (Reading, Writing, Speaking) as per Odisha Govt. rules.
