The Odisha Staff Selection Commission has released admission letters for the Junior Engineer (Civil) preliminary examination scheduled for October 26, 2026. Candidates who registered for the recruitment can now download their hall tickets and check the examination centre, reporting time and instructions allotted to them.
The admission letter notice appears on the commission’s website under October 16. The examination will be held through Computer Based Recruitment Examination mode across Odisha. It forms part of the Combined Technical Services Recruitment Examination, 2025, so applicants should look for CTSRE-2025 while accessing the download facility.
For candidates preparing for the test, the immediate task is to check the admission letter carefully and arrange the documents required at the venue. The reporting time and gate closure instructions printed on the individual hall ticket should guide their travel plans.
Important Details
| Recruiting body | Odisha Staff Selection Commission |
| Recruitment | Combined Technical Services Recruitment Examination, 2025 |
| Post | Junior Engineer (Civil) |
| Civil engineering vacancies | 606 |
| Admission notice date | October 16, 2026 |
| Preliminary examination date | October 26, 2026 |
| Examination mode | Computer Based Recruitment Examination |
| Selection process | Preliminary examination, main written examination and certificate verification |
| Official website | ossc.gov.in |
Recruitment Covers 606 Civil Engineering Posts
The recruitment includes 606 Junior Engineer (Civil) vacancies across three departments. The department-wise distribution is:
- Water Resources: 24 posts.
- Panchayati Raj and Drinking Water: 450 posts.
- Municipal Administration: 132 posts.
These figures refer to civil engineering vacancies within the combined technical recruitment.
The application schedule was as follows:
- Registration opened: May 30, 2026.
- Registration closed: June 29, 2026.
- Application submission deadline: July 2, 2026.
- Application editing deadline: July 5, 2026.
Applicants should keep the final submitted form available when downloading their admission letters, if they need to confirm their registration details.
Downloading Your Admission Letter
The commission has provided an admission letter notice on its homepage. Candidates can also use the admit card section, taking care to select the correct recruitment because admission notices for other examinations appear on the same website.
To download the document:
- Visit the ossc.gov.in and open the admission letter notice for the CTSRE-2025 preliminary examination.
- Select the examination or post requested on the download page.
- Enter the registration number, username or registered mobile number, along with the date of birth or other credentials requested.
- Complete the captcha verification and submit the details.
- Save the admission letter and print every page, including the instructions.
After downloading, open the saved PDF to make sure it displays correctly. Check the printout before leaving the printing shop, especially the photograph, signature and centre address. Keeping an additional copy can save an unnecessary trip if the first printout gets damaged during travel.
What To Check Before Examination Day
Candidates should compare the details on the admission letter with their application records. The name and registration or roll number should be checked first, followed by the photograph, signature and other personal information. Any discrepancy should be reported to the commission promptly, with a clear explanation of the problem.
The main particulars to review are:
- Candidate’s name and registration or roll number.
- Photograph, signature and personal details.
- Examination date and allotted session.
- Centre name and complete address.
- Reporting time, gate closure time and entry instructions.
- Identity documents and other items required at the venue.
Candidates should seek instructions from the commission if an entry is incorrect, rather than editing the PDF themselves. It is useful to retain a copy of the complaint and any reply received, along with the application record supporting the request.
Those travelling to an unfamiliar centre should check its location in advance. A centre with a similar name may be situated elsewhere, so the complete address matters. Travel arrangements should allow enough time for document checks and the entry procedure specified on the hall ticket.
Preliminary Examination Pattern
The preliminary examination will have 150 multiple choice questions carrying 150 marks. Candidates will get 150 minutes to complete the paper. Each correct answer carries one mark, while 0.25 marks will be deducted for every incorrect answer.
| Component | Details |
|---|---|
| Total questions | 150 |
| Maximum marks | 150 |
| Examination duration | 150 minutes |
| Marks for a correct answer | 1 |
| Deduction for a wrong answer | 0.25 marks |
The preliminary syllabus includes:
- Quantitative aptitude.
- Logical reasoning.
- Computer awareness.
- Current affairs.
Applicants should follow the syllabus prescribed for this stage. The Civil engineering technical paper belongs to the main examination, so preparation should reflect the stage candidates are about to take.
The selection process has three stages:
- Preliminary examination: Candidates appear for the initial screening test.
- Main written examination: Shortlisted candidates take a technical paper carrying 200 marks.
- Certificate verification: Candidates produce the prescribed records to support their eligibility claims.
Candidates should keep their educational certificates, category documents where applicable, and other eligibility records organised for verification. Check these requirements against the detailed advertisement for the post applied for. Information entered in the application must be supported by the documents prescribed by the commission.
Admission to the examination remains subject to the recruitment conditions. A hall ticket allows a candidate to attend the test; it does not confirm final selection or settle eligibility claims.
Documents To Carry
Keep the following ready before leaving for the centre:
- A clear printout of the admission letter.
- An original photo identity document accepted under the examination instructions.
- A photograph or additional supporting document, if specifically requested.
- Stationery permitted by the commission for this examination.
Read the restrictions on mobile phones, smartwatches, calculators, study material and other belongings beforehand. Follow the instructions on the current admission letter, since arrangements at an earlier examination may have been different. Pack the required documents in advance and check that the identity document and printout are both available.
Scribe Requests Must Reach The Commission By October 2026
Candidates with disabilities who opted for scribe assistance must follow the procedure in the examination notice. Their request should include:
- The prescribed application forms.
- Supporting certificates required under the notice.
- A copy of the admission letter.
These documents must reach the commission through the specified email channel by October 20, 2026. Permission is required before using a scribe. Applicants should check the relevant appendices and provisions for compensatory time; selecting the option during registration does not complete the approval procedure.
Help With Download Problems
Candidates facing difficulty should first recheck the recruitment selected, their login details and the date format entered. If the problem continues, they should note the error message before contacting the commission.
The commission lists these assistance numbers:
- Technical issues: 0674-2394466.
- Administrative queries: 0674-2393770.
- Assistance hours: 10 am to 5.30 pm on official working days.