Overview
The Odisha Sub-ordinate Staff Selection Commission (OSSSC) has issued the PET admit card notification for candidates shortlisted for the Physical Standard Measurement and Physical Efficiency Test under the combined recruitment drive. The recruitment covers 1,518 vacancies for Forest Guard, Forester and Excise Constable posts across Odisha. Candidates must download their hall tickets from the official portal and check the reporting time, test venue and instructions printed on them.
Key Highlights
| Particulars | Details |
|---|
| Organization | Odisha Sub-ordinate Staff Selection Commission (OSSSC) |
| Post Name | Forest Guard, Forester and Excise Constable |
| Total Vacancies | 1,518 |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Official Website | osssc.gov.in |
The vacancy distribution includes 896 Forest Guard posts, 47 Forester posts and 575 Excise Constable posts. Participation in the physical test is limited to candidates shortlisted through the preceding stage of the recruitment process.
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|
| Application Start | August 30, 2025 |
| Last Date | September 21, 2025; final submission by September 28, 2025 |
| Exam Date | Candidate-specific PET date mentioned on admit card |
| Result Date | TBA |
Candidates should follow the date and reporting time shown on their individual PET admit cards. Requests for a change of centre or test date may not be accepted unless specifically permitted by OSSSC.
Eligibility Criteria
Educational Qualification
- Forest Guard: Candidates should have passed the High School Certificate Examination or Class 10 from a recognised board.
- Forester: Applicants should have passed Class 12 in the Science stream or an equivalent examination from a recognised institution.
- Excise Constable: Candidates should have completed Class 12 or an equivalent qualification from a recognised board.
- Applicants must satisfy the prescribed Odia-language requirement and possess the physical standards applicable to their post and category.
- Original educational and identity documents must be produced during document verification.
Age Limit
- The general age range for Forest Guard and Forester applicants is 18 to 38 years, subject to the relevant cut-off date.
- The minimum age for Excise Constable candidates may be 21 years, with the upper limit fixed under the recruitment rules.
- Age relaxation is applicable to SC, ST, SEBC, women, persons with disabilities and other eligible categories under Odisha government norms.
- Candidates should refer to their application record and detailed notification for post-wise age conditions.
Fees
- No examination fee is payable by candidates for this OSSSC recruitment.
- Applicants should not make payments through unofficial websites, agents or payment links.
Selection Process
- Written Examination: Candidates are assessed through the prescribed written test covering the subjects and syllabus specified for the recruitment.
- Physical Standard Measurement and Physical Efficiency Test: Shortlisted candidates undergo height, chest and other applicable measurements, followed by the designated physical tasks. PET requirements can differ by post, gender and category.
- Document Verification and Medical Examination: Candidates qualifying in the physical stage must produce original certificates and may have to clear a medical fitness examination before final selection.
The PET is qualifying in nature where specified. Failure to report on time, complete a prescribed task or meet the required physical standard can lead to disqualification.
How to Apply
- Visit the OSSSC official website at osssc.gov.in using a secure browser.
- Open the Recruitment News, Notifications or Admit Card section on the homepage.
- Select the PET admit card link for the combined recruitment of Forest Guard, Forester and Excise Constable.
- Enter the registered username, application number or mobile number and password, as requested on the login page.
- Submit the details and verify the candidate’s name, photograph, roll number, post, category, PET date, reporting time and venue.
- Download the admit card PDF and print at least two clear copies. A fresh recruitment application is not required at this stage.
- Carry the printed hall ticket, an original government-issued photo identity card and any additional documents listed in the instructions.
- Reach the venue before the reporting deadline in suitable sportswear. Candidates should not carry prohibited electronic devices or restricted items.
Candidates facing login problems should use the password-recovery facility or contact OSSSC through the official helpdesk well before the test date.
Important Links
FAQs
1. Where can I download the OSSSC PET Admit Card 2026?
The admit card can be downloaded through the candidate login available at osssc.gov.in.
2. How many vacancies are covered by this recruitment?
The recruitment drive covers 1,518 vacancies for Forest Guard, Forester and Excise Constable posts.
3. What should I carry to the PET venue?
Candidates should carry a printed admit card, an original photo ID and any certificates or declarations specifically listed on the hall ticket.
