OSSC CPGL Recruitment 2026 – Apply Online for 102 Specialist Posts
OSSC CPGL Recruitment 2026 is out for 102 Specialist posts including Teacher Educator, Physical Education Instructor, and Art Education Instructor. Eligible candidates with PG, M.Ed, M.P.Ed, or relevant degrees can apply online from 12 January to 11 February 2026 through ossc.gov.in.
Total vacancies: 102
Applications for this role have closed.
Last date to apply was Feb 11, 2026
Jan 12, 2026
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Vacancy count, salary, fee, age limit, selection process, and qualification details are included below.
A) OSSC CPGL Notification 2026
Odisha Staff Selection Commission (OSSC) has released the Combined Post Graduate Level Recruitment Examination (CPGLRE 2025) notification for 102 Group-B Specialist posts under TE & SCERT, Odisha.
The online application process starts on 12 January 2026 and registration closes on 11 February 2026. Selection will be done through Preliminary Exam, Main Written Exam, and Certificate Verification.
B) OSSC CPGL Recruitment 2026 – Highlights
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Organization | Odisha Staff Selection Commission (OSSC) |
| Recruitment Name | Combined Post Graduate Level Recruitment Examination |
| Post Name | Teacher Educator, Physical Education Instructor, Art Education Instructor |
| Total Vacancies | 102 Posts |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Age Limit | 21 to 42 years |
| Salary | ₹35,400 – ₹1,12,400 (Level-9) |
| Selection Process | Prelims, Mains, Certificate Verification |
C) OSSC CPGL Recruitment 2026 – Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Date | 31 December 2025 |
| Application Start Date | 12 January 2026 |
| Last Date for Registration | 11 February 2026 |
| Last Date for Final Submission | 14 February 2026 |
| Application Edit Window | 12–17 February 2026 |
| Preliminary Exam | March / April 2026 |
D) OSSC CPGL Vacancy Details
| Post Name | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Teacher Educator – Foundation Course | 16 |
| Teacher Educator – Science | 07 |
| Teacher Educator – History | 02 |
| Teacher Educator – Geography | 01 |
| Teacher Educator – Economics | 02 |
| Teacher Educator – Political Science | 02 |
| Teacher Educator – Mathematics | 10 |
| Teacher Educator – Odia | 04 |
| Teacher Educator – English | 09 |
| Physical Education Instructor | 21 |
| Art Education Instructor | 28 |
| Total | 102 (Women – 32) |
E) Eligibility Criteria for OSSC CPGL Recruitment 2026
E1) Educational Qualification
| Post | Required Qualification |
|---|---|
| Teacher Educator (Foundation) | PG in Education/Philosophy/Sociology/Psychology (50%) + B.El.Ed/B.Ed/D.El.Ed (50%) or M.Phil/Ph.D |
| Teacher Educator (Science) | PG in Science (50%) + M.Ed (50%) |
| Teacher Educator (Arts Subjects) | Relevant M.A./M.Sc (50%) + M.Ed (50%) |
| Physical Education Instructor | M.P.Ed (50%) |
| Art Education Instructor | Master in Fine Arts / Performing Arts (50%) |
Odia Language Requirement: Candidates must read, write, and speak Odia and meet prescribed Odia qualification norms.
E2) Age Limit (as on 01 January 2025)
| Criteria | Age |
|---|---|
| Minimum Age | 21 Years |
| Maximum Age | 42 Years |
Age Relaxation:
- SEBC / SC / ST / Women: 5 Years
- PwD: 10 Years
- Ex-Servicemen: Defence service period + relaxation as applicable
F) OSSC CPGL Application Fee
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| SC / ST / PwD | Exempted |
| Other Categories | ₹500 |
Fee will be refunded to candidates who appear in the examination.
G) Salary Details
| Parameter | Details |
|---|---|
| Pay Level | Level-9 |
| Pay Scale | ₹35,400 – ₹1,12,400 |
| Pay Rules | ORSP Rules, 2017 |
| Nature of Post | Regular, State Cadre |
H) Selection Process
The OSSC CPGL Recruitment 2026 selection process includes:
- Preliminary Examination – 150 Marks
- Main Written Examination – 200 Marks
- Negative Marking:
- 1/4 for 4-option questions
- 1/3 for 3-option questions
- Negative Marking:
- Certificate Verification
I) Important Links
| Link | Status |
|---|---|
| Official Notification PDF | Notification link |
| Apply Online | Apply link |
| Official Website | www.ossc.gov.in |
Jan 12, 2026
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