The Odisha Sub-ordinate Staff Selection Commission (OSSSC) has officially released the Nursing Officer Recruitment 2026 notification for 5,989 Nursing Officer posts under the Health & Family Welfare Department, Government of Odisha. This is one of the largest nursing recruitments in the state and is open to eligible GNM and B.Sc. Nursing candidates.
Verification Status: ✅ Verified Genuine
I cross-checked the recruitment on the official OSSSC website. The recruitment notification is genuine, the online application portal is active, and applications are being accepted through the official OSSSC recruitment portal. (OSSSC)
Recruitment Overview
- Organization: Odisha Sub-ordinate Staff Selection Commission (OSSSC)
- Department: Health & Family Welfare Department, Government of Odisha
- Post Name: Nursing Officer
- Total Vacancies: 5,989
- Job Location: Odisha
- Application Mode: Online
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Official Notification Released | July 2026 |
| Online Application Starts | 17 July 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 12 August 2026 |
These dates are available in the official recruitment schedule. (OSSSC)
Educational Qualification
Candidates must possess any one of the following from a recognized institution:
- GNM (General Nursing & Midwifery)
- B.Sc. Nursing
- Registration with the Odisha Nurses & Midwives Registration Council (ONMRC) is required as per the notification.
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Age Limit
- Minimum Age: 21 Years
- Maximum Age: 38 Years
Age relaxation is applicable for reserved categories as per Government of Odisha rules.
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Vacancy Details
- Post Name: Nursing Officer
- Total Posts: 5,989
Vacancies are distributed across various districts and healthcare institutions in Odisha.
Selection Process
Selection will be based on:
- Written Examination
- Merit List
- Document Verification
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Salary
Selected candidates will receive salary as per the applicable Level-7 Pay Matrix of the Odisha Government along with admissible allowances.
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Application Fee
- No Application Fee (as prescribed in the official notification).
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Why Join as an OSSSC Nursing Officer?
- Government Healthcare Job
- 5,989 Vacancies
- Attractive Government Salary
- Job Security
- Medical & Retirement Benefits
- Career Growth Opportunities
Official Notification
Official OSSSC Recruitment Portal
The notification is available under the Advertisements/Recruitment section of the official OSSSC website. (OSSSC)
Official Apply Link (Verified)
Official Apply Online Portal (Direct Official Website):
Apply Online → Nursing Officer Recruitment 2026
✅ Link Status: Cross-checked and verified. The application portal is available on the official OSSSC website, and applications are being accepted from 17 July 2026 to 12 August 2026. (OSSSC)