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OSSC Junior Stenographer and Typist Recruitment 2025 for 74 Posts

April 3, 2025 by shashi

The Odisha Staff Selection Commission (OSSC) is recruiting for several posts including Junior Stenographer, Junior Grade Typist, and Typist cum Scribe Assistant. This recruitment drive is for regular positions under various government departments in Odisha. There are a total of 74 vacancies announced. The recruitment advertisement was released on 03/04/2025. The job location is within Odisha. Online applications start on 04/04/2025 and the last date to register is 03/05/2025, while the final submission date is 06/05/2025. Applicants must be citizens of India.

Recruitment Overview

Recruitment Organization Odisha Staff Selection Commission (OSSC)
Post Name Junior Stenographer, Junior Grade Typist, Typist cum Scribe Assistant
Advt No. IIE-25/2025-1744/OSSC
Job Nature Regular
Mode of Exam Online (CBRE) or OMR Mode
Vacancies 74
Salary (Level) Level 7 (Rs. 25,500-81,100), Level 4 (Rs. 19,900-63,200)
Applicant Eligible From India (Must be able to read write speak Odia)
Job Location Odisha
Category Odisha Government Jobs

Post Details

Post Name Vacancies Age Limit
Junior Stenographer (District Offices) EIC, Water Resources UR-12, ST-05, SC-04, SEBC-03 21 to 32 years
Junior Stenographer Advocate General, Odisha UR-20, ST-13, SC-06, SEBC-01 21 to 32 years
Junior Stenographer Directorate of Treasuries and Inspection UR-02, ST-01 18 to 32 years
Junior Grade Typist Directorate of Prisons and Correctional Services UR-03, ST-01, SC-01 18 to 32 years
Typist cum Scribe Assistant Law Department UR-01, ST-01 21 to 32 years
Category Age Relaxation
SEBC SC ST & Women 5 years
PwD 10 years
Ex Servicemen Total service period
PwD (SC/ST) 15 years (10+5)

Exam Fee

All Categories No Fee

Essential Qualification

Post Name Essential Qualification
Junior Stenographer
(EIC, Water Resources)
  • HSC Examination pass or equivalent.
  • ITI Stenography Certificate with minimum 80 WPM in English & Odia shorthand.
  • Certificate on Basic Computer Skill.
Junior Stenographer
(Advocate General, Odisha)
  • Bachelors Degree in any discipline.
  • Minimum speed 80 WPM in shorthand (English and Odia).
  • Adequate knowledge in Computer application.
Junior Stenographer
(Directorate of Treasuries and Inspection)
  • Passed +2 Arts/Science/Commerce or equivalent.
  • Minimum speed 80 WPM in shorthand (English and Odia).
  • Adequate knowledge in Computer application.
Junior Grade Typist
(Directorate of Prisons and Correctional Services)
  • HSC Examination pass or equivalent.
  • Certificate on Basic Computer Skill.
Typist cum Scribe Assistant
(Law Department)
  • Passed +2 in any discipline or equivalent.
  • Typing knowledge: English 40 WPM and Odia 20 WPM.
  • Basic knowledge in Computer Application.

Selection Process

  1. Preliminary Examination: 150 marks (MCQs) with negative marking. Covers Arithmetic, DI, Reasoning, Current Events, Computer Awareness, Odisha GK.
  2. Main Written Examination: 100 marks (Language - Odia & English). Includes Comprehension, Precis Writing, Usage/Vocabulary, Translation.
  3. Skill Tests: Includes Computer Skill Test (50 Marks, all posts), Stenography (50 Marks, specific posts), and Typing Test (50 Marks, specific posts).
  4. Certificate Verification: Based on combined Main Exam and applicable Skill Test scores.

How to Apply

  1. Visit the OSSC website (OSSC Website) and find the 2025 Jr. Stenographer/Typist recruitment ad.
  2. Click "APPLY ONLINE". Register as a "NEW USER" or log in if already registered.
  3. Read instructions, then fill the application form with all required details and preferences.
  4. Upload necessary scanned documents (photo, signature, certificates) in the specified format.
  5. Review carefully, submit the application online before the 06/05/2025 deadline, and print a copy for your records.

Important Dates

Online Registration Start Date 04/04/2025
Online Registration End Date 03/05/2025
Application Form Submission Start Date 04/04/2025
Application Form Submission End Date 06/05/2025
Application Editing Date 04/04/2025 to 08/05/2025
Preliminary Exam Date (Tentative) May/June 2025

Important Links

OSSC Website Click Here
Download Notification PDF Click Here
Apply Online Click Here

Frequently Asked Questions

  1. What is the last date to apply online?
    The last date for submission of the online application form is 06/05/2025.
  2. Is there any application fee?
    No the examination fee has been exempted for all categories of candidates.
  3. What is the selection process?
    The selection involves a Preliminary Exam Main Written Exam Skill Tests (Computer Stenography Typing as applicable) and Certificate Verification.
  4. Can I apply if I dont know Odia?
    No candidates must be able to read write and speak Odia fluently and meet specific Odia language qualification criteria.