OSSC Junior Stenographer Recruitment 2025: The Odisha Staff Selection Commission (OSSC) invites online applications for recruitment to various Group-C posts including Junior Stenographer, Junior Grade Typist, and Typist-cum-Scribe Assistant under different departments of the Government of Odisha. This is a regular appointment with pay scales as per the 7th Pay Commission.
OSSC Junior Stenographer, Junior Grade Typist and Typist-cum-Scribe Assistant Recruitment 2025
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Online Registration Start Date | 04.04.2025 |
| Online Application Submission Last Date | 06.05.2025 |
| Last Date for Editing Online Application | 08.05.2025 |
| Tentative Preliminary Exam Date | May/June 2025 |
Vacancy Details
| SL No. | Post Name | Department | Total Vacancy | Pay Scale (Level) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Junior Stenographer (District Offices) | EIC, Water Resources, Bhubaneswar | 24 | 25,500-81,100 (Level-7) |
| 2 | Junior Stenographer | Advocate General, Odisha, Cuttack | 40 | 25,500-81,100 (Level-7) |
| 3 | Junior Stenographer | Directorate of Treasuries and Inspection | 03 | 25,500-81,100 (Level-7) |
| 4 | Junior Grade Typist | Directorate of Prisons and Correctional Services | 05 | 19,900-63,200 (Level-4) |
| 5 | Typist-cum-Scribe Assistant | Law Department, Odisha, Bhubaneswar | 02 | 19,900-63,200 (Level-4) |
Total Vacancies: 74 (including 24 for women)
Reservation: UR: 38, ST: 21, SC: 11, SEBC: 4
Special Categories: PwD: 3, Ex-Servicemen: 2
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Eligibility Criteria
General Eligibility:
- Citizen of India
- Good character and sound health
- If married, must not have more than one spouse living
- Must be able to read, write and speak Odia fluently
Educational Qualifications & Age Limits:
| Post Name | Educational Qualification | Age Limit (as on 01.01.2025) |
|---|---|---|
| Junior Stenographer (EIC, Water Resources) | HSC Examination with ITI (Stenography), Certificate on Basic Computer Skill | 21-32 years |
| Junior Stenographer (Advocate General) | Bachelor's Degree with 80 wpm shorthand speed in English & Odia, Computer knowledge | 21-32 years |
| Junior Stenographer (Directorate of Treasuries) | +2 Arts/Science/Commerce with 80 wpm shorthand speed in English & Odia, Computer knowledge | 18-32 years |
| Junior Grade Typist | HSC Examination with Certificate on Basic Computer Skill | 18-32 years |
| Typist-cum-Scribe Assistant | +2 in any discipline with typing knowledge (40 wpm English, 20 wpm Odia), Basic Computer knowledge | 21-32 years |
Age Relaxation:
- 5 years for SEBC, SC, ST & all Women candidates
- 10 years for PwD category
- Defence service period for Ex-Servicemen
- Cumulative relaxation for PwD in ST & SC categories
Selection Process
Four Stage Examination Process:
- Stage-I: Preliminary Examination
- One Paper (150 marks)
- Syllabus: Arithmetic, Data Interpretation, Logical Reasoning, Current Affairs, Computer Awareness, Odisha-related topics
- Negative marking: 0.25 marks per wrong answer
- Stage-II: Main Written Examination
- Language Paper (100 marks) - Odia & English
- Syllabus: Comprehension, Precis Writing, Usage & Vocabulary, Translation
- Stage-III: Skill Tests
- Computer Skill Test (50 marks) - For all posts
- Stenography Test (50 marks) - For Junior Stenographer posts
- Typing Test (50 marks) - For Junior Grade Typist & Typist-cum-Scribe Assistant
- Stage-IV: Certificate Verification
Final Merit Calculation:
- For Junior Stenographer: Main Written (100) + CST (50) + Stenography (50) = 200 marks
- For Junior Grade Typist/Typist-cum-Scribe: Main Written (100) + CST (50) + Typing (50) = 200 marks
How to Apply
- Application Mode: Online only through OSSC website
- Application Fee: No fee for any category
- Steps to Apply:
- Visit OSSC website: www.ossc.gov.in
- Click on "APPLY ONLINE" and register as "NEW USER"
- Fill the online application form with all required details
- Upload scanned documents (photo, signature, certificates)
- Submit the form before the deadline
- Take printout of submitted application for future reference
- Required Documents:
- Recent passport size color photo (20-100 KB, JPG/JPEG)
- Signature & thumb impression (up to 20 KB, JPG/JPEG)
- Educational certificates (100-500 KB, PDF)
- Stenography/Typing certificates (100-500 KB, PDF)
- Caste certificate (for reserved categories)
- PwD certificate (if applicable)
- Important Notes:
- Only one application per candidate is allowed
- No changes allowed after final submission
- Keep email ID and mobile number active throughout recruitment process
- Government employees need to submit NOC
Important Links
- Official Website: https://www.ossc.gov.in
- Detailed Advertisement: Download PDF
- Online Application: Apply Online
- Contact Email: support.ossc@gov.in
Important Notes
- All communications will be through website/email/SMS - no physical letters will be sent
- Candidates must regularly check OSSC website for updates
- Admit cards will be available for download from the website
- Transgender candidates are eligible to apply
- Vacancies may change without prior notice
- PwD candidates can avail scribe facility with prior permission
- No re-evaluation/re-checking of answer sheets
- Selected candidates may be posted anywhere in Odisha
