SSB Odisha Laboratory Assistant Recruitment 2026: Apply Online for 435 Posts |

SSB Odisha Laboratory Assistant Recruitment 2026: Apply Online for 435 Posts | Notification, Eligibility & Selection Process

The State Selection Board (SSB), Department of Higher Education, Government of Odisha has released the official recruitment notification for the post of Laboratory Assistant-cum-Storekeeper (Group B, Level 9) for a total of 435 vacancies.

This recruitment drive is being conducted to fill positions in Government Degree Colleges and Non-Government Aided Colleges across Odisha. Candidates holding a Bachelor’s Degree with Honours in respective practical subjects are eligible to apply.

Below are the complete details regarding SSB Odisha Recruitment 2026, including Important Dates, Vacancy Position, Eligibility Criteria, Selection Process, and How to Apply.

📌 Key Highlights / Overview

Detail	Information
Recruiting Authority	State Selection Board (SSB), Department of Higher Education, Odisha
Post Name	Laboratory Assistant-cum-Storekeeper (Group B, Level 9)
Advertisement No.	04/2026 (Dated: 03.10.2026)
Total Vacancies	435 Posts (Govt. Degree: 57
Application Mode	Online Only via www.ssbodisha.ac.in
Job Location	Odisha

📅 Important Dates

Event	Date & Time
Opening Date for Online Application	12.10.2026 at 02:30 PM
Closing Date for Online Application	16.11.2026 at 11:45 PM
Written Examination Date	To be notified later on the official website

📊 Vacancy Details & Category-Wise Distribution

The 435 total vacancies are divided into two categories of institutions:

1. Govt. Degree Colleges (State Cadre Post) — 57 Posts

UR: 18 (6 Women)

ST: 21 (7 Women)

SC: 10 (3 Women)

SEBC: 8 (3 Women)

Special Categories: PwD - 2, Ex-Servicemen - 2, Sports Person - 1

2. Non-Govt. Aided Colleges (District Cadre Post) — 378 Posts

UR: 103 (33 Women)

ST: 140 (47 Women)

SC: 102 (31 Women)

SEBC: 33 (11 Women)

Special Categories: PwD — 15, Ex-Servicemen — 9, Sports Person — 1

(Subject-wise breakdown includes Physics, Chemistry, Botany, Zoology, Education, Anthropology, Geology, Geography, Home Science, Psychology, and Statistics).

🎓 Eligibility Criteria

1. Educational Qualification

Candidates must have passed a Bachelor’s Degree with Honours in the respective practical subjects.

Qualifications obtained from institutions outside Odisha must produce proof of equivalence and affiliation.

2. Age Limit (As on 1st January 2026)

• Minimum Age: 21 Years

• Maximum Age: 42 Years (Candidates must have been born not earlier than 1st January 1984 and not later than 1st January 2005).

Age Relaxation:

• SC / ST / SEBC / Women / Ex-Servicemen: 5 Years relaxation

• PwD Candidates (40% or more permanent disability): 10 Years relaxation

• PwD Candidates belonging to SC/ST/SEBC: Cumulative relaxation up to 15 Years

3. Other Conditions

• Candidate must be a Citizen of India and a resident of Odisha.

• Ability to speak, read, and write Odia is mandatory. Must have passed Odia language standard equivalent to Middle School Standard or in HSC examination.

📝 Selection Process & Exam Pattern

The selection process is based solely on a Written Examination.

• Mode: OMR Based Sheet or Computer-Based Test (CBT).

• Question Type: Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs).

• Number of Questions: 100 Questions.

• Total Marks: 150 Marks.

• Duration: 2 Hours.

• Marking Scheme:

  • Correct Answer: +1.5 Marks

  • Negative Marking: -0.5 Marks for every incorrect answer

• Minimum Qualifying Marks:

  • Unreserved (UR): 40% Marks

  • SC / ST / SEBC / PwD: 30% Marks

💳 Application Fee & Payment Mode

• SC / ST / PwD Candidates: ₹200/-

• All Other Categories (UR / SEBC): ₹500/-

• Mode of Payment: Online mode only through the designated payment gateway (Non-refundable).

📄 Documents Required for Verification

Shortlisted candidates must produce the original documents along with self-attested photocopies during document verification:

1. Printout of the Submitted Online Application Form.

2. HSC / 10th Certificate & Marksheet for DOB proof.

3. Higher Secondary (+2) & Bachelor Degree (+3) Honours Pass Certificates & Marksheets.

4. Conduct Certificate from the institution last attended.

5. Recent Caste Certificate & Resident Certificate.

6. Odia Pass Certificate (M.E standard or equivalent).

7. Two recent passport-size photographs.

8. Disability Certificate / Discharge Certificate / Identity Card for PwD, Ex-SM, or Sports Persons (wherever applicable).

9. No Objection Certificate (NOC) for current Government Servants.

💻 How to Apply Online

1. Visit Official Website: Go to www.ssbodisha.ac.in.

2. Click Apply Online: Find the link for "Laboratory Assistant-cum-Storekeeper Recruitment (Advt. No. 04/2026)".

3. Fill Form & Preferences: Enter your personal, educational details, and carefully choose institutional/district preferences.

4. Upload Scanned Images: Upload recent passport-size photograph, full signature, and Left-Hand Thumb Impression (LTI).

5. Pay Application Fee: Pay the prescribed fee online using the payment gateway.

6. Submit & Download: Submit the form and download the final application printout for document verification and future reference.

🔗 Important Links

• Official Website: ssbodisha.ac.in

• Syllabus: ssbodisha.ac.in/syllabus