OSSSC Forest Guard, Forester & Excise Constable Exam Date 2026 Announced
Post Title: OSSSC Forest Guard Excise Constable Exam Date 2026 Out
Post Date / Update: 14 March 2026
Name of Post: Forester, Forest Guard & Excise Constable
Total Posts: 1518
Application Mode: Online
The Odisha Sub-Ordinate Staff Selection Commission (OSSSC) has officially released the exam dates for the recruitment of Forester, Forest Guard, and Excise Constable under CRE-2025 (II). The Computer Based Recruitment Examination (CBRE) is scheduled to begin in April 2026.
Below are the complete details regarding the exam schedule, vacancy breakdown, and eligibility.
OSSSC Recruitment 2026 – Overview
| Organization | Odisha Sub-Ordinate Staff Selection Commission (OSSSC) |
| Post Names | Forester, Forest Guard & Excise Constable |
| Total Vacancies | 1,518 Posts |
| Exam Type | Computer Based Recruitment Examination (CBRE) |
| Exam Date | 16 April 2026 to 2nd Week of May 2026 |
| Job Location | Odisha |
| Official Website | osssc.gov.in |
Important Dates
Vacancy Details & Salary
| Post Name | Total Posts | Salary (Pay Scale) |
| Forester | 47 | ₹25,500 – ₹81,100 (Level-7) |
| Forest Guard | 896 | ₹19,900 – ₹63,200 (Level-4) |
| Excise Constable | 575 | ₹19,900 – ₹63,200 (Level-4) |
| Total | 1518 | — |
Eligibility Criteria
| Post Name | Educational Qualification | Age Limit (as on 01-01-2025) |
| Forester | +2 Science with Basic Computer Knowledge | 18 – 32 Years |
| Forest Guard | 10th (High School Certificate) | 18 – 32 Years |
| Excise Constable | +2 Examination (Any Stream) | 21 – 32 Years |
Note: Ability to read, write, and speak Odia is mandatory.
OSSSC CBRE Exam Details 2026
Multiple Shifts: The exam will be held in multiple shifts across all districts of Odisha.
Normalization: Since the exam is in multiple shifts, the Normalization Method will be applied to calculate scores.
Admit Card: No hard copy will be sent by post; candidates must download the Admission Letter from the official portal.
Compensatory Time: 30 minutes extra for PwD candidates.
How to Download OSSSC Admission Letter 2026
Follow these simple steps to download your OSSSC Forester, Forest Guard, and Excise Constable Admission Letter:
Visit the Official Website: Go to the official portal of OSSSC at [suspicious link removed].
Login to Your Account: Click on the “Login” button located on the top right corner of the homepage.
Enter Credentials: Use your Registered User ID / Username / Mobile No. and Password/OTP to log in.
Find Admission Letter Link: Once logged in, look for the “Admission Letter” or “CRE-2025 (II) Exam” link in the dashboard.
Download PDF: Click on the download icon to save your Admission Letter/Admit Card in PDF format.
Print Copy: Take a clear printout (preferably in color) to carry to the examination center.
Important Things to Remember for Exam Day
Carry Valid ID: You must carry an original Photo ID proof (Aadhar Card, Voter ID, or PAN Card) along with the printed Admission Letter.
Reporting Time: Reach the exam center at least 60 minutes before the scheduled time mentioned on your hall ticket.
Mock Test: OSSSC provides a mock test link on the dashboard so you can practice the interface before the actual CBRE exam.
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