Last updated: 5 June 2026
Combined Graduate Level Exam (CGLE) 2026
Combined Graduate Level Exam (CGLE) 2026: 1,050 vacancies. Application window closed. Age limit: 18-38 years. Qualification: Graduation (any discipline).
Total Vacancies
1,050
Department
Odisha Staff Selection Commission
Age Limit
18-38 years
Qualification
Graduation (any discipline)
The application window has closed. Monitor the department’s official website for the next recruitment cycle.
Official Note
OSSC CGLE 2026 — Assistant Sanitary Inspector, Revenue Inspector, Forester and allied Group B/C posts.
Important Dates
- Application Start
- 20 March 2026
- Last Date to Apply
- 15 May 2026
- Exam Date
- 23 August 2026
- Age Cut-off Date
- 1 January 2027
Selection Process
- Written Exam — 110 marks (MCQ)
- Skill Test / Practical Test (for specific posts)
- Document Verification
- Merit-based appointment
Previous Year Indicative Cut Off
Figures are indicative based on prior JCCE results. Actual cutoff varies.
| Category | Cutoff Marks | Out of | % |
|---|---|---|---|
| General / UR | 80 | 110 | 72.7% |
| SEBC (OBC) | 73 | 110 | 66.4% |
| SC | 63 | 110 | 57.3% |
Exam Centres
Major cities / districts where JCCE is typically conducted.
Syllabus Highlights
- Odisha History, Culture & Current Affairs (30 marks)
- Indian Polity, Economy & Geography (30 marks)
- Arithmetic & Reasoning — quantitative aptitude (25 marks)
- English Language — grammar, comprehension (25 marks)
Eligibility Criteria
Qualification: Graduation (any discipline)
| Category | Max Age | Relaxation |
|---|---|---|
| General / EWS | 38 years | No relaxation |
| OBC (NCL) | 41 years | +3 years |
| SC / ST | 43 years | +5 years |
| PwD | 48 years | +10 years |
| Ex-Servicemen | As per notification | 3 yrs after discharge |
Always read the official notification PDF: relaxation rules vary by examination. Age cut-off date: 1 January 2027.
Salary & Perks
₹21,700 – ₹69,100
Apply Kaise Karein
- Confirm eligibility, age limits, and qualifications against the official PDF.
- Complete registration on the authorised portal for Odisha Staff Selection Commission.
- Fill personal, education, and category details carefully.
- Upload photograph and signature within the stated pixel and KB limits.
- After fee payment, save or print the confirmation page.
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Complete Combined Graduate Level Exam (CGLE) 2026 guide
All pages for this recruitment — linked for easy navigation.
- Notification Vacancies, eligibility, dates & apply link
- Syllabus Exam pattern, topics & official PDFs
- Admit Card Hall ticket, interview letter & download steps
- Result Merit list, scorecard & cut-off updates
Aksar Puche Jaane Wale Sawaal (FAQ)
What is the age limit for Combined Graduate Level Exam (CGLE) 2026? v
For the General category the minimum age is 18 years and the maximum is 38 years. OBC candidates usually receive three additional years, SC/ST candidates five additional years, and PwD candidates ten additional years, subject to the official PDF. Age is reckoned from Friday, 1 January 2027.
How do I apply for Combined Graduate Level Exam (CGLE) 2026? v
Visit the authorised website for Odisha Staff Selection Commission (https://ossc.gov.in), complete online registration, fill every mandatory field, and upload photograph and signature scans within the limits stated in the PDF. The closing date was Friday, 15 May 2026 — online applications are no longer accepted. Verify eligibility with our Age Calculator before you pay any fee.
What is the last date to apply for Combined Graduate Level Exam (CGLE) 2026? v
The closing date was Friday, 15 May 2026 — online applications are no longer accepted. The examination is tentatively scheduled on Sunday, 23 August 2026.
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