OSSC CPGL Recruitment 2026 – Apply Online for 102 Specialist Posts
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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

Applications open

Jan 12, 2026

Post details

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

ParticularsDetails
OrganizationOdisha Staff Selection Commission (OSSC)
Recruitment NameCombined Post Graduate Level Recruitment Examination
Post NameTeacher Educator, Physical Education Instructor, Art Education Instructor
Total Vacancies102 Posts
Application ModeOnline
Age Limit21 to 42 years
Salary₹35,400 – ₹1,12,400 (Level-9)
Selection ProcessPrelims, Mains, Certificate Verification

C) OSSC CPGL Recruitment 2026 – Important Dates

EventDate
Notification Date31 December 2025
Application Start Date12 January 2026
Last Date for Registration11 February 2026
Last Date for Final Submission14 February 2026
Application Edit Window12–17 February 2026
Preliminary ExamMarch / April 2026

D) OSSC CPGL Vacancy Details

Post NameVacancies
Teacher Educator – Foundation Course16
Teacher Educator – Science07
Teacher Educator – History02
Teacher Educator – Geography01
Teacher Educator – Economics02
Teacher Educator – Political Science02
Teacher Educator – Mathematics10
Teacher Educator – Odia04
Teacher Educator – English09
Physical Education Instructor21
Art Education Instructor28
Total102 (Women – 32)

E) Eligibility Criteria for OSSC CPGL Recruitment 2026

E1) Educational Qualification

PostRequired 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 InstructorM.P.Ed (50%)
Art Education InstructorMaster 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)

CriteriaAge
Minimum Age21 Years
Maximum Age42 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

CategoryFee
SC / ST / PwDExempted
Other Categories₹500

Fee will be refunded to candidates who appear in the examination.


G) Salary Details

ParameterDetails
Pay LevelLevel-9
Pay Scale₹35,400 – ₹1,12,400
Pay RulesORSP Rules, 2017
Nature of PostRegular, State Cadre

H) Selection Process

The OSSC CPGL Recruitment 2026 selection process includes:

  1. Preliminary Examination – 150 Marks
  2. Main Written Examination – 200 Marks
    • Negative Marking:
      • 1/4 for 4-option questions
      • 1/3 for 3-option questions
  3. Certificate Verification

I) Important Links

LinkStatus
Official Notification PDFNotification link
Apply OnlineApply link
Official Websitewww.ossc.gov.in
Applications open

Jan 12, 2026

Frequently Asked Questions

1) What is OSSC CPGL Recruitment 2026?
OSSC CPGL Recruitment 2026 is a state-level recruitment for 102 Group-B Specialist posts through Preliminary and Main examinations.
2) How many vacancies are there in OSSC CPGL Notification 2026?
There are 102 total vacancies, including 32 reserved for women.
3) What is the eligibility for OSSC CPGL Recruitment 2026?
Candidates must have Post-Graduation with 50% marks along with M.Ed/M.P.Ed/B.Ed/B.El.Ed as per the post.
4) What is the age limit for OSSC CPGL Recruitment 2026?
The age limit is 21 to 42 years as on 01 January 2025, with applicable relaxations.
5) Is there age relaxation in OSSC CPGL Notification 2026?
Yes. 5 years for SC/ST/SEBC/Women and 10 years for PwD candidates.
6) What is the salary for OSSC CPGL posts?
Selected candidates will receive ₹35,400 to ₹1,12,400 (Level-9) under ORSP Rules, 2017.
7) What is the application fee for OSSC CPGL Recruitment 2026?
₹500 for General/OBC candidates. SC/ST/PwD candidates are exempted.
8) What is the selection process for OSSC CPGL Recruitment 2026?
Selection includes Preliminary Exam, Main Written Exam, and Certificate Verification.
9) What is the last date to apply online for OSSC CPGL Recruitment 2026?
The last date for online registration is 11 February 2026.
10) Where can candidates apply for OSSC CPGL Recruitment 2026?
Candidates must apply online through the official OSSC website – www.ossc.gov.in .
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