OSSSC Radiographer Recruitment 2026: Apply Online for 240 Group C Posts in Odisha

OSSSC Radiographer Recruitment 2026 Notification Out

The Odisha Sub-ordinate Staff Selection Commission (OSSSC) has released an official notification (Advertisement No. IIE-60/2026-2630/OSSSC, dated 28.08.2026) inviting online applications for the recruitment of Radiographers. A total of 240 District Cadre Group-C vacancies are available across all 30 district establishments under the Health & Family Welfare Department, Government of Odisha.

This is a golden opportunity for eligible candidates looking for government jobs in Odisha. The selection process involves a Written Test followed by Document Verification. Successful candidates will be placed in Pay Matrix Level-7, with a salary ranging from ₹25,500 to ₹81,100.

Important Dates

Candidates should note the following important dates for the OSSSC Radiographer Recruitment 2026:

• Online Registration (New User) Start Date: 31.08.2026
• Online Registration (New User) End Date: 23.09.2026
• Re-registration (Already Registered User) Start Date: 31.08.2026
• Re-registration (Already Registered User) End Date: 23.09.2026
• Submission of Online Application Start Date: 31.08.2026
• Application Last Date: 30.09.2026
• Last Date to Apply Online: 30.09.2026
• Date of Written Test: To be intimated via Admission Letter/Notice

Applicants are advised to submit their applications well in advance to avoid any last-minute technical issues.

Vacancy Details

A total of 240 Radiographer posts are available across 30 districts of Odisha. The posts are district cadre, meaning selected candidates will be posted and transferred within the allotted district only. The number of posts may be subject to change at the discretion of the Government.

Special category reservations (Ex-Servicemen, Hearing Impaired, Orthopedically Impaired) are included within these district totals. Candidates should refer to the official notification for detailed women sub-reservations per district.

Eligibility Criteria (as on 28.08.2026)

• Nationality: Must be a citizen of India.
• Educational Qualification: Must have passed the +2 Science Examination (or equivalent) and a Diploma in Medical Radiation Technology (DMRT) or Bachelor in Medical Radiation Technology (BMRT) from a recognized institution.
• Professional Registration: Must be registered with the Radiographers Council of the State and possess a valid Registration or Renewal Certificate.
• Odia Language: Must be able to speak, read, and write Odia (various criteria apply, including passing Odia as a subject up to Class VII/Matriculation).
• Character: Must be of good character.
• Marital Status: Not more than one spouse living (subject to government exemptions).

Age Limit (as on 28.08.2026)

Candidates must be between 21 and 42 years of age as on 28.08.2026. Age relaxations are applicable as follows:

• SC / ST / SEBC / Women: 5 years
• Persons with Disabilities (PwD): 10 years
• Ex-Servicemen: Total period of service rendered in defence service
• PwD under SC/ST/SEBC category: Cumulative additional 10 years over and above normal SC/ST/SEBC relaxation
• Contractual Radiographer under OSH&FW Society/Scheme: Upper age limit relaxed to 45 years.

Salary/Pay Scale

Selected Radiographers will receive a salary as per Pay Matrix Level-7, Cell-01, with a pay scale of ₹25,500 – ₹81,100.

Application Fee

• SC / ST / Persons with Disabilities (PwDs): Exempted (no fee)
• All other categories: ₹500/-

The fee must be paid online. The examination fee of ₹500/- will be refunded to applicants who appear for the examination.

Selection Process

The selection process comprises two stages:

1. Written Test (100 Marks):
   • MCQ type, conducted in OMR/CBRE mode (to be notified).
   • Subjects: DMRT syllabus (60 marks), Practical skills (25 marks), Arithmetic (10 marks), English (5 marks).
   • Duration: 2 hours.
   • Negative Marking: 0.25 marks for each wrong answer.
   • Minimum Qualifying Marks: 30% for ST, SC, PwDs, Ex-Servicemen; 35% for others.
   • Tie-breaking: Higher DMRT marks, then age seniority, then higher +2 Science marks.
2. Document Verification: Candidates shortlisted from the Written Test (at least 1.25 times the vacancies) will be called for Document Verification before the District Level Board.

Candidates may also be called for optional Physical Counselling/District Allocation based on merit-cum-choice.

Documents Required

Candidates must have the following documents ready for verification:

• Radiographers Council Registration Certificate.
• Caste Certificate / UDID Card / Disability Certificate (if applicable).
• HSC and +2 Science pass certificates.
• DMRT or BMRT certificate.
• Odia language qualifying document.
• Discharge Certificate/Identity Card for Ex-Servicemen.
• Appointment letter/work experience documents for contractual Radiographers claiming age relaxation.

How to Apply

Follow these steps to apply online for the OSSSC Radiographer Recruitment 2026:

1. Visit the official OSSSC website: www.osssc.gov.in.
2. Read the instructions carefully by clicking on "How do I register/re-register/apply" on the Home page.
3. New Users: Click "Apply Online" to register for the first time.
4. Registered Users: Log in and select "Re-registration" under the Applicant Menu.
5. Complete the Registration/Re-registration form.
6. Log in with your User ID and Password, then fill and submit the Online Application Form.
7. Pay the examination fee (if applicable) online and print the Confirmation Page.
8. Upload scanned photograph (20–100 KB) and signature (20–50 KB) in JPG/JPEG/PNG format.
9. Provide preferences for a maximum of three districts in the application form.