OSSC Food Safety Officer Recruitment 2026 for 84 Food Safety Officer Posts – Apply Online @ ossc.gov.in

Orissa Staff Selection Commission Bhubaneswar Last Date: 11th July, 2026
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OSSC Food Safety Officer Recruitment 2026 for 84 Food Safety Officer Posts – Apply Online @ ossc.gov.in

Important Dates & Schedule
Notification Release
upcoming Passed
30th Dec, 2025
Application Start
upcoming
9th Jun, 2026
Application End
upcoming
11th Jul, 2026
Admit Card Release
upcoming
To be notified on OSSC website
Exam Date
upcoming
Preliminary Examination - To be notified
Result Date
upcoming
To be announced after each stage
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OSSC Food Safety Officer Recruitment 2026 for 84 Food Safety Officer Posts – Apply Online @ ossc.gov.in


OSSC Food Safety Officer Recruitment 2026: Golden Opportunity for 84 Sarkari Naukri in Odisha Government

A landmark Latest Government Jobs 2026 notification has been released by the Odisha Staff Selection Commission (OSSC), offering a Golden Opportunity for 84 Food Safety Officer (Group-B) posts. This Sarkari Naukri notification under the Health & Family Welfare Department is a prime chance for candidates with B.Sc, B.Tech, M.Sc, or Ph.D. degrees. The OSSC Recruitment 2026 online application process starts on 09th June 2026, and the last date to apply is 11th July 2026. Get the latest Sarkari Result updates and free job alerts for this Odisha Government vacancy.

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OSSC Food Safety Officer Recruitment 2026 Overview

Organization: Odisha Staff Selection Commission (OSSC), Unit-II, Bhubaneswar

Post Name: Food Safety Officer (Group-B)

Total Vacancy: 84 Posts (W-17)

Last Date to Apply: 11th July 2026

Official Website: ossc.gov.in

Apply Online Link: Active from 09th June 2026

Why Apply for OSSC FSO Recruitment 2026?

  • Job Security: Permanent Sarkari Naukri under the Odisha Government.
  • Pay Scale: Attractive salary under Level-9, Cell-1 of ORSP, 2017 (7th CPC).
  • Career Growth: Opportunity to serve in the public health sector as a Food Safety Officer.
  • Central/State Preference: This is a premier Odisha Government Job opportunity.

Detailed Vacancy Breakdown for OSSC Recruitment 2026

Vacancy Distribution for Food Safety Officer (Group-B)
Post Designation Category Vacancy Count Women Reservation
Food Safety Officer UR (Unreserved) 44 W-09
SEBC 08 W-03
SC 13 W-01
ST 19 W-04
Total 84 W-17

Note: Includes 06 PwD posts and 05 ESM/Sports Person posts. Vacancies are subject to change.

Eligibility Criteria for OSSC FSO Jobs

Educational Qualification

  • Option 1: Bachelor's Degree in Food Technology/Dairy Technology/Biotechnology/Agricultural Science/Oil Technology/Veterinary Science/Bio-Chemistry/Microbiology.
  • Option 2: Master's Degree in relevant fields (Food Tech, Chemistry, etc.).
  • Option 3: Doctorate Degree in relevant fields.
  • Additional: Must possess adequate knowledge in Computer Application and fluency in Odia.

Age Limit (as on 01-01-2025)

  • Minimum: 21 Years
  • Maximum: 42 Years
  • Relaxation: 5 years for SEBC/SC/ST/Women, 10 years for PwD.

Important Dates & Application Fee

Key Dates for OSSC Food Safety Officer Recruitment 2026
Event Date
Notification Release 30-12-2025
Online Registration Start 09-06-2026
Last Date for Online Application 11-07-2026
Editing Window 09-06-2026 to 14-07-2026

Application Fee

  • General/SEBC/Women/Ex-Servicemen: Rs. 500/-
  • SC/ST/PwD: Exempted

How to Apply Online for OSSC Vacancy 2026

Follow these steps to submit your Apply Online application for OSSC Food Safety Officer Recruitment 2026:

  1. Visit the official website ossc.gov.in.
  2. Click on "NEW USER" for registration or "REGISTERED USER" to login.
  3. Fill in the detailed application form with accurate personal and educational details.
  4. Upload required documents (Degree Certificates, Caste Certificate, Photo, Signature).
  5. Pay the examination fee online via the Odisha Treasury portal.
  6. Submit the application and download the confirmation page for future reference.

Important: Only one online application is allowed per candidate. No hard copy is required.

Selection Process & Exam Pattern

The OSSC Selection Process for Food Safety Officer involves three stages:

  1. Preliminary Examination: Objective MCQ (150 Marks, 150 Minutes).
  2. Main Written Examination: Technical Paper (200 Marks, 150 Minutes) + Computer Skill Test (Qualifying).
  3. Certificate Verification: Final document check.

Exam Pattern

  • Negative Marking: 0.25 marks for wrong answers in Prelims; 0.5 marks in Mains.
  • Language: Bilingual (Odia & English).

Exam Syllabus & Preparation Tips

Preliminary Exam Syllabus

  • Arithmetic (10th Std)
  • Data Interpretation
  • Logical Reasoning
  • Current Affairs
  • Computer Awareness

Main Exam Technical Syllabus (Food Safety Officer)

  • Food Safety Standards: Acts, Rules, Regulations, Food Additives, Contaminants.
  • Chemistry: Carbohydrates, Proteins, Lipids, Vitamins, Enzymes, Food Spoilage & Preservation.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

1. What is the last date to apply for OSSC Food Safety Officer Recruitment 2026?

The last date to apply online is 11th July 2026.

2. How many vacancies are available in OSSC FSO Recruitment 2026?

There are a total of 84 vacancies for Food Safety Officer posts.

3. What is the qualification required for OSSC Food Safety Officer?

Candidates must have a Bachelor's or Master's Degree in Food Technology, Dairy Technology, Biotechnology, Agricultural Science, or related fields.

4. Is there an application fee for SC/ST candidates?

No, SC/ST and PwD candidates are exempted from the application fee.

5. What is the selection process for OSSC FSO?

The selection involves Preliminary Exam, Main Written Exam, Computer Skill Test, and Certificate Verification.

6. Can I apply for multiple posts under OSSC Recruitment 2026?

Yes, candidates can exercise options for more than one post/service as per eligibility, but only one application per post is allowed.

7. When will the Preliminary Exam be conducted?

The date for the Preliminary Examination will be notified on the OSSC website.

8. Is computer knowledge mandatory for OSSC FSO?

Yes, adequate knowledge in Computer Application is required, and a Computer Skill Test is part of the selection process.

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Past/Expired Recruitments

Job Details Closing Date
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Orissa Staff Selection Commission (OSSC) was established in the year 1994 by Odisha Government as a statutory body for carrying out direct recruitment against Group C-Posts in the State. There are 85 different cadres of posts/ Services under various Department of Government which recruitment is made through the Commission. OSSC is responsible for applications of various examinations, issue of admit card to the candidates and also conducting interviews of applicants.

OSSC conducts exam for the posts of Junior Scale Stenographer, Enforcement Officer, Library Restorer, Laboratory Assistant, Forensic Lab attendant, etc.


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Bhubaneswar, Orissa
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