🏥 OSSSC Nursing Officer Recruitment 2026 Notification Out – 5,989 Posts | Registration Extended Till 20 July

The Odisha Sub-Ordinate Staff Selection Commission (OSSSC) has extended the online registration deadline for the Nursing Officer Recruitment 2026. Eligible candidates can now complete their registration/re-registration up to 20 July 2026, while the online application submission/editing window remains open until 27 July 2026. This recruitment drive aims to fill 5,989 District Cadre Nursing Officer (Group-C) vacancies under the Health & Family Welfare Department, Government of Odisha.

📋 Recruitment Highlights

• Recruiting Authority: Odisha Sub-Ordinate Staff Selection Commission (OSSSC)

• Post Name: Nursing Officer (District Cadre)

• Total Vacancies: 5,989

• Job Category: Odisha Government Job

• Department: Health & Family Welfare Department

• Job Location: Odisha

• Application Mode: Online

📅 Important Dates

• Notification Released: 12 June 2026

• Online Registration Started: 13 June 2026

• Registration/Re-registration Last Date: 20 July 2026 (Extended)

• Application Submission/Editing Last Date: 27 July 2026

🎓 Educational Qualification

Candidates should possess one of the following:

• GNM (General Nursing & Midwifery), or

• B.Sc. Nursing, or

• Post Basic B.Sc. Nursing

Candidates must also fulfill the registration requirements prescribed in the official notification.

🎂 Age Limit

• Minimum Age: 21 Years

• Maximum Age: 38 Years

Age relaxation is applicable for reserved categories as per Government of Odisha rules.

💰 Application Fee

• No Application Fee for all categories.

📝 Selection Process

• Written Examination

• Document Verification

💼 Salary

Selected candidates will receive salary and allowances as per the Odisha Government rules applicable to Nursing Officers.

📝 How to Apply for OSSSC Nursing Officer Recruitment 2026

Follow these steps to submit your online application:

1. Visit the OSSSC official website: OSSSC Official Portal

2. Click on "Apply Online" under the Nursing Officer 2026 recruitment section.

3. If you are a new candidate, complete the Online Registration using your mobile number and email ID. If you are already registered with OSSSC, use the Re-registration option.

4. Log in using your User ID and Password.

5. Fill in all required details, including:

   • Personal Information

   • Educational Qualification

   • Nursing Council Registration Details

   • District Preference (if applicable)

6. Upload the required scanned documents:

   • Passport-size Photograph

   • Signature

   • Educational Certificates

   • Nursing Registration Certificate

   • Category/PwD Certificate (if applicable)

7. Preview the application form carefully and verify all details.

8. Submit the application form online.

9. Download and print the submitted application form for future reference.