SSB Odisha Laboratory Assistant-cum-Storekeeper Recruitment 2026: 435 Posts, Apply Online

The State Selection Board (SSB), Odisha, Department of Higher Education, Government of Odisha, has released Advertisement No. 04/2026 dated 03 October 2026 for recruitment to the post of Laboratory Assistant-cum-Storekeeper in Government Degree Colleges and Non-Government Aided Colleges of Odisha.

A total of 435 vacancies have been announced. Eligible candidates can apply online through the official SSB Odisha website. The online application process will start on 12 October 2026 at 2:30 PM and the last date for submission of the online application and online payment is 16 November 2026 at 11:45 PM.

SSB Odisha Recruitment 2026 – Overview

SSB Odisha Laboratory Assistant Vacancy 2026

The SSB Odisha recruitment notification announces 435 posts of Laboratory Assistant-cum-Storekeeper.

• Government Degree Colleges: 57 posts
• Non-Government Aided Colleges: 378 posts
• Total: 435 posts

The detailed subject/category-wise vacancy position is provided in Annexure-I, while the district-wise and subject-wise vacancy position for Non-Government Aided Colleges is provided in Annexure-II.

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Subject-wise Vacancy

The subject-wise vacancy table covers the following practical subjects:

• Physics
• Chemistry
• Botany
• Zoology
• Anthropology
• Education
• Geology

The detailed reservation breakup is provided for ST, SC, SEBC, UR, PwD, Ex-Servicemen and Sports Person categories.

SSB Odisha Laboratory Assistant Eligibility 2026

Candidates must satisfy the eligibility conditions prescribed in Advertisement No. 04/2026.

The candidate must be a citizen of India and a resident of the State of Odisha.

For recruitment to the post of Laboratory Assistant-cum-Storekeeper, the candidate should possess a Bachelor’s Degree with Honours in the respective practical subject.

Educational Qualification

Candidates should have passed a Bachelor Degree with Honours in the respective practical subject.

The notification also specifies requirements concerning recognition of the qualification by the competent university/council/board and conditions relating to equivalent qualifications.

Age Limit

The minimum age limit for all categories of candidates is 21 years and the maximum age limit is 42 years, calculated as on 01 January 2026.

Age relaxation is available for eligible reserved categories according to the rules mentioned in the notification, including SC, ST, SEBC, Women, Ex-Servicemen and Persons with Disabilities, subject to applicable conditions.

Physical Fitness

Candidates must be of good mental and bodily health and free from any physical defect likely to interfere with the discharge of their duties.

The notification states that selected candidates may be required to satisfy the prescribed medical examination requirements before appointment.

Other Eligibility Conditions

• The candidate must be a citizen of India.
• The candidate must be a resident of Odisha.
• The prescribed educational qualification must be fulfilled.
• The candidate must satisfy the required Odia language qualification.
• Educational qualifications must be recognised by the competent authority.
• Other conditions prescribed in Advertisement No. 04/2026 must be fulfilled.

Selection Process

The selection process will be based on a Written Test conducted in OMR/CBT mode.

The examination will consist of 100 Multiple Choice Questions carrying 150 marks. The duration of the examination will be 1 hour 30 minutes.

SSB Odisha Exam Pattern 2026

The examination will be conducted according to the syllabus prescribed by the State Selection Board.

Negative Marking

There will be negative marking in the written examination. 0.5 mark will be deducted for each wrong answer, as prescribed in the notification.

Examination Districts

The written examination will be conducted in different districts of Odisha.

Candidates are required to select their preferred examination district while filling out the online application form. Depending upon the number of candidates, the Board may accommodate candidates in another preferred district.

For CBT examination, the examination may be conducted in different shifts depending on the number of candidates.

Application Fee

The application fee is non-refundable and non-adjustable. Payment is to be made online through the prescribed payment gateway.

Important Dates

How to Apply Online

Step 1: Visit the Official Website

Visit the official website of State Selection Board, Odisha:

https://www.ssbodisha.ac.in/

Step 2: Open Advertisement No. 04/2026

Find the recruitment notification for Laboratory Assistant-cum-Storekeeper.

Step 3: Read the Instructions

Read the complete advertisement and the How to Apply instructions carefully before filling out the online form.

Step 4: Complete the Online Application

Enter your personal, educational, category and other required information correctly.

Step 5: Select Preferences

Candidates should carefully select their preferences as required in the online application form.

Step 6: Upload Documents

Upload the required photograph, signature and other documents according to the specifications given in the application portal.

Step 7: Pay the Application Fee

Pay the applicable examination fee through the prescribed online payment gateway.

Step 8: Final Submission

Review all information carefully before final submission. Keep a printout of the submitted application form and payment details for future reference.

Documents Required at Verification

• Online Application Form
• HSC/equivalent certificate and mark sheet
• Higher Secondary/+2 certificate
• Bachelor Degree/+3 certificate with Honours
• Recent passport-size photographs
• Conduct Certificate
• Caste Certificate, where applicable
• Resident Certificate
• Required Odia language certificate
• Ex-Servicemen certificate, where applicable
• PwD certificate, where applicable
• Sports certificate, where applicable
• Equivalent qualification certificate, where applicable

Important Instructions

• Apply only through the official SSB Odisha website.
• Read the complete Advertisement No. 04/2026 before applying.
• Enter correct personal and educational information.
• Carefully select post/subject and other preferences.
• Ensure that the qualification claimed in the application was acquired by the last date of submission.
• Pay the examination fee through the prescribed online payment gateway.
• Keep the application form and payment details safely.
• No other mode of application will be entertained.
• Admission to the written examination is provisional and subject to verification of eligibility.
• Candidates should regularly check the official SSB Odisha website for examination and admit-card updates.

District-wise Vacancy

The notification provides a detailed district-wise and subject-wise vacancy table for Non-Government Aided Colleges in Annexure-II.

The district-wise table covers districts including Angul, Balasore, Bargarh, Bhadrak, Bolangir, Boudh, Cuttack, Dhenkanal, Deogarh, Gajapati, Ganjam, Jagatsinghpur, Jajpur, Jharsuguda, Kalahandi, Kandhamal, Kendrapara, Keonjhar, Khordha, Mayurbhanj, Nabarangpur, Nayagarh, Nuapada, Puri, Rayagada, Sambalpur, Subarnapur and Sundargarh.

Candidates should refer to Annexure-II of the official notification for the exact district, subject and category-wise vacancy position.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How many vacancies are announced?

A total of 435 Laboratory Assistant-cum-Storekeeper vacancies are announced.

How many vacancies are in Government Degree Colleges?

There are 57 vacancies in Government Degree Colleges.

How many vacancies are in Non-Government Aided Colleges?

There are 378 vacancies in Non-Government Aided Colleges.

What is the age limit?

The age limit is 21 to 42 years as on 01 January 2026, with applicable relaxation.

What is the educational qualification?

Candidates should have a Bachelor Degree with Honours in the respective practical subject, along with the other prescribed eligibility conditions.

What is the application fee?

The fee is ₹500 for General/other categories and ₹200 for SC/ST/PwD candidates.

What is the selection process?

Selection is based on a Written Test conducted in OMR/CBT mode.

How many questions are there?

There are 100 Multiple Choice Questions carrying 150 marks.

What is the examination duration?

The examination duration is 1 hour 30 minutes.

What is the last date to apply?

The last date for online application and payment is 16 November 2026 at 11:45 PM.

When will applications start?

Online applications will start on 12 October 2026 at 2:30 PM.

Conclusion

The State Selection Board, Odisha has announced 435 vacancies for Laboratory Assistant-cum-Storekeeper in Government Degree Colleges and Non-Government Aided Colleges under the Higher Education Department, Government of Odisha.

Eligible candidates with the prescribed Bachelor Degree with Honours in the respective practical subject can apply online. The age limit is 21 to 42 years as on 01 January 2026, subject to applicable relaxation.

The application process will begin on 12 October 2026 at 2:30 PM and close on 16 November 2026 at 11:45 PM. The selection will be based on a 100-question, 150-mark Written Test conducted in OMR/CBT mode.

Candidates should carefully check the subject-wise, category-wise and district-wise vacancy details in Annexure-I and Annexure-II before submitting the application.