Odisha Forest Department New Recruitment 2025 for DEO & GIS Expert | Walk-In Interview – No Exam
The Odisha Forest Department has officially released a new recruitment notification for 2025, inviting applications for the Data Entry Operator (DEO) and GIS Expert posts on a contractual basis. This is a direct walk-in interview recruitment—no written exam required. Eligible and interested candidates can attend the interview on June 10, 2025 (DEO) and June 13, 2025 (GIS Expert) at the Redhakhol Forest Division, Sambalpur.
Read on to find out about eligibility, salary, selection process, and how to apply.
🔍 Odisha Forest Department Recruitment 2025 – Overview
| Details | Information |
|---|---|
| Recruiting Organization | Divisional Forest Officer, Redhakhol Division, Sambalpur |
| Post Names | Data Entry Operator (DEO), GIS Expert |
| Job Type | Contractual |
| Mode of Selection | Walk-in Interview |
| Application Mode | Offline |
| Interview Dates | DEO – June 10, 2025GIS Expert – June 13, 2025 |
| Official Website | odishaforest.in |
📢 Vacancy Details
A total of 2 vacancies have been announced:
- Data Entry Operator (DEO): 01 Post
- GIS Expert: 01 Post
🎓 Eligibility Criteria
📌 For Data Entry Operator (DEO):
- Educational Qualification:
- Bachelor’s degree in any discipline
- PGDCA (Post Graduate Diploma in Computer Applications)
- Experience: Relevant data entry/computer operations experience preferred
- Age Limit: Maximum 32 years (as on 01/01/2025)
- Age Relaxation: 5 years for SEBC/SC/ST
📌 For GIS Expert:
- Educational Qualification:
- Graduate degree in any discipline
- OR Graduate in GIS, Remote Sensing, or Programming
- Skills: Working knowledge of GIS software and tools
- Age Limit: Maximum 35 years (as on 01/01/2025)
- Age Relaxation: 5 years for SEBC/SC/ST
💰 Salary Structure
- Data Entry Operator (DEO): ₹25,000/month (fixed)
- GIS Expert: ₹50,000/month (fixed)
Note: The salary is the same for all categories and is fixed for the contractual period.
✅ Selection Process
No written exam! Candidates will be selected based on:
- Walk-in Interview
- Document Verification
Shortlisted candidates based on eligibility will be interviewed at the venue.
📝 How to Apply
Candidates must attend the walk-in interview in person. Follow these steps:
📌 Application Process:
- Download the application form from www.odishaforest.in or from the direct links below.
- Fill in the form with accurate details.
- Gather documents – originals and photocopies.
- Attend the walk-in interview on the scheduled date.
🗓️ Interview Schedule:
- Data Entry Operator (DEO): June 10, 2025
- GIS Expert: June 13, 2025
📍 Interview Venue:
Office of the Divisional Forest Officer,
Redhakhol Division, Sambalpur, Odisha
📂 Documents Required
Bring the following documents (original + photocopies):
- Duly filled application form
- Birth certificate/10th class mark sheet (age proof)
- Educational certificates and mark sheets
- PGDCA certificate (for DEO post)
- Experience certificates (if any)
- Caste certificate (if applicable)
- Passport-size photographs
- Any additional documents as mentioned in the official notification
💵 Application Fee
Zero fees.
There is no application fee for either post. Just walk in with your documents.
🔗 Important Links
- 📄 DEO Notification PDF
- 📝 DEO Application Form
- 📄 GIS Expert Notification PDF
- 📝 GIS Application Form
- 🌐 Official Website
🚀 Final Words
This is a great opportunity for candidates with qualifications in data entry, GIS, remote sensing, or computer applications to secure a government contract job without going through an exam. Don’t miss this chance—mark your calendar and attend the interview on the scheduled date.
