SSB Odisha Junior Clerk and Junior Assistant Recruitment 2026 – 883 Vacancies, Notification, Eligibility, Apply Online
- Last Date
- 13 Apr 2026 (Expired)
- Total Posts
- 883
- Apply Mode
- Online
- Job Type
- State Government
SSB Odisha Junior Clerk and Junior Assistant Recruitment 2026: The State Selection Board (SSB), Higher Education Department, Government of Odisha, released Advertisement No. 01/2026 on 9 March 2026, for 883 posts of Junior Assistant and Junior Clerk across universities, government colleges, NCC units and non-government aided colleges. The online application window closed on 13 April 2026.
Quick Answer: SSB Odisha invited applications for 883 Junior Assistant/Junior Clerk posts, Group-C Level-4, across 22 institutions and departments. The online window closed on 13 April 2026. Selection is through a written test and a computer skill test, total 250 marks.
Note: The application window for this recruitment has already closed. This page is kept live for candidates checking status, syllabus, pay scale and future reference.
Quick Highlights
- Organization: State Selection Board, Higher Education Department, Government of Odisha
- Advertisement No: 01/2026, dated 9 March 2026
- Posts: Junior Assistant, Junior Clerk
- Total Vacancies: 883
- Application Window: 11 March 2026 to 13 April 2026 (closed)
- Pay Scale: Group-C, Level-4, Cell-1
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Official Website: ssbodisha.ac.in
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Important Dates
Vacancy Details (Institution-wise)
The 883 vacancies are spread across universities, colleges and departments as follows:
| Institution / Department | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Government Degree Colleges, Higher Education Dept. | 22 |
| NCC, Higher Education Dept. | 52 |
| Board of Secondary Education (BSE), Odisha | 6 |
| Maharaja Sriram Chandra Bhanja Deo University, Baripada | 24 |
| Berhampur University, Bhanja Bihar | 33 |
| Sambalpur University, Jyoti Vihar | 22 |
| Madhusudan Law University, Cuttack | 26 |
| Utkal University, Vani Vihar, Bhubaneswar | 27 |
| Gangadhar Meher University, Amruta Vihar, Sambalpur | 32 |
| Rama Devi Women’s University, Vidya Vihar, Bhubaneswar | 20 |
| Shree Jagannath Sanskrit University, Shreevihar, Puri | 35 |
| Maa Manikeshwari University, Kalahandi, Bhawanipatna | 32 |
| Odisha State Open University, Sambalpur | 8 |
| Dharanidhar University, Keonjhar | 31 |
| Vikram Dev University, Jeypore, Koraput | 40 |
| Fakir Mohan University, Vyasa Vihar, Balasore | 32 |
| Khallikote Unitary University, Berhampur | 26 |
| Rajendra University, Prajna Vihar, Balangir | 40 |
| Odia University, Satyabadi, Puri | 4 |
| Odisha University of Health Sciences (OUHS), Bhubaneswar | 22 |
| Junior Clerk, Non-Govt. Aided Colleges (28 Districts) | 349 |
| Grand Total | 883 |
Eligibility Criteria
- Bachelor’s degree from a recognized university
- A computer skill certification
- Must be an Indian citizen
- Should be able to speak, read and write Odia
- Government servants need a No Objection Certificate (NOC) to apply
Age Limit
Application Fee
Payment is accepted online only. Applications will be rejected if the fee is not paid through the online payment gateway.
Pay Scale
Most posts of Junior Assistant and Junior Clerk carry Group-C, Level-4, Cell-1 pay scale. Posts under State Public Universities are treated as autonomous body posts, and Junior Clerk posts in non-government aided colleges do not carry HRA or leave encashment benefits available to government posts.
Selection Process
Selection is based on merit (marks scored), the preference order set by the candidate in the application, and vacancy availability in the post applied for. The written test was conducted across Balasore, Berhampur, Bhubaneswar, Jeypore and Sambalpur.
How to Apply
- Visit the official website of the State Selection Board: www.ssbodisha.ac.in
- Read the detailed instructions on the main instruction page before filling the form.
- Fill the online application carefully, giving +3 aggregate marks (use the CGPA conversion formula where applicable).
- Upload a recent passport-size photograph, not more than 15 days old.
- Make sure your left thumb impression and signature are clearly visible in the uploaded images.
- Set your preference order of Post/Department/Institution carefully — once submitted, it is treated as final and binding.
- Pay the application fee online. Applications with unpaid fees will be rejected.
Important Instructions
- Applications are accepted online only; physical or hard copy submissions are not entertained.
- The final selection depends on merit position, order of preference, and category-wise vacancy availability, in that order.
- No request for change in the order of preference is entertained once submitted.
- The number of vacancies is subject to change by the Board without notice, based on actual requirement.
- Category status chosen during payment is treated as final; it cannot be changed later.
Important Links
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Frequently Asked Questions
Q1. How many total vacancies were there in SSB Odisha Junior Assistant/Junior Clerk Recruitment 2026?
There were 883 vacancies in total, spread across 22 institutions and departments.
Q2. Is the application window for this recruitment still open?
No, the online application window closed on 13 April 2026. This page is kept for reference, syllabus and status information.
Q3. What is the pay scale for Junior Assistant and Junior Clerk posts?
Group-C, Level-4, Cell-1, though posts in non-government aided colleges do not carry HRA or leave encashment.
Q4. What was the qualification required?
A Bachelor’s degree along with a computer skill certification, plus the ability to speak, read and write Odia.
Q5. What was the age limit?
21 to 42 years for general category, with 5 years’ relaxation for SC/ST/SEBC and 10 years’ relaxation for PwD candidates.
Q6. What was the application fee?
Rs. 500 for General/SEBC candidates, and Rs. 200 for SC/ST/OBC/PwD candidates, paid online.
Q7. What was the selection process?
A written test of 200 marks and a computer skill test of 50 marks, for a total of 250 marks.
Q8. Where was the written test conducted?
At exam centres in Balasore, Berhampur, Bhubaneswar, Jeypore and Sambalpur.
Q9. Which department had the highest number of vacancies?
Junior Clerk posts in Non-Government Aided Colleges across 28 districts, with 349 vacancies, the largest share of the total.
Q10. Where can I check the syllabus for this exam?
On our dedicated syllabus page for SSB Odisha Junior Assistant and Junior Clerk, linked in the Important Links section above.
About the Author
The NaukriPatra Editorial Team compiled this article from the official SSB Odisha advertisement, including the detailed vacancy annexure. We keep our recruitment pages updated so candidates get accurate information even after the deadline passes.
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