SSB Odisha Laboratory Assistant-cum-Storekeeper Recruitment 2026 – Apply Online for 435 Posts
The State Selection Board (SSB), Odisha has invited online applications for recruitment to the post of Laboratory Assistant-cum-Storekeeper in Government Degree Colleges and Non-Government Aided Colleges under the Higher Education Department, Government of Odisha. A total of 435 vacancies are available under Advertisement No. 04/2026. SSB Odisha
The online application process will start from 12 October 2026 at 2:30 PM and the last date to submit the application is 16 November 2026 at 11:45 PM. SSB Odisha
SSB Odisha Laboratory Assistant-cum-Storekeeper Recruitment 2026 – Overview
| Particular | Details |
|---|---|
| Organization | State Selection Board, Odisha |
| Department | Higher Education Department, Government of Odisha |
| Advertisement No. | 04/2026 |
| Post Name | Laboratory Assistant-cum-Storekeeper |
| Total Posts | 435 |
| Job Location | Odisha |
| Cadre | State Cadre / District Cadre |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Application Start Date | 12 October 2026, 2:30 PM |
| Last Date | 16 November 2026, 11:45 PM |
| Selection Process | Written Examination |
| Exam Mode | OMR / CBT |
| Pay Level | Level-9 |
| Pay Scale | ₹35,400 – ₹1,12,400 |
| Official Website | SSB Odisha |
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Advertisement Date | 03 October 2026 |
| Application Start Date | 12 October 2026 at 2:30 PM |
| Last Date to Apply | 16 November 2026 at 11:45 PM |
| Fee Payment | At the time of online application |
| Correction Window | Not Specified |
| Written Examination | To Be Announced |
| Admit Card | To Be Announced |
| Result | To Be Announced |
Vacancy Details
Government Degree Colleges
There are 57 vacancies for Laboratory Assistant-cum-Storekeeper in Government Degree Colleges.
| Subject | Vacancy |
|---|---|
| Physics | 5 |
| Chemistry | 8 |
| Botany | 6 |
| Zoology | 6 |
| Anthropology | 1 |
| Education | 30 |
| Geology | 1 |
| Total | 57 |
Non-Government Aided Colleges
There are 378 vacancies in Non-Government Aided Colleges.
| Subject | Vacancy |
|---|---|
| Physics | 104 |
| Chemistry | 99 |
| Botany | 65 |
| Zoology | 61 |
| Statistics | 1 |
| Geology | 3 |
| Education | 5 |
| Psychology | 21 |
| Home Science | 12 |
| Anthropology | 4 |
| Geography | 3 |
| Total | 378 |
Total Vacancy
| Institution | Vacancy |
|---|---|
| Government Degree Colleges | 57 |
| Non-Government Aided Colleges | 378 |
| Grand Total | 435 |
The detailed subject-wise and district-wise vacancy distribution is provided in the official advertisement. SSB Odisha
Eligibility Criteria
Educational Qualification
Candidates must have passed a Bachelor’s Degree with Honours in the respective practical subject prescribed for the post. SSB Odisha
The subjects covered under the recruitment include:
- Physics
- Chemistry
- Botany
- Zoology
- Anthropology
- Education
- Geology
- Statistics
- Psychology
- Home Science
- Geography
The applicable subject and vacancy must be checked according to the candidate’s qualification and the vacancy table in the official advertisement.
Other Eligibility Conditions
Candidates must:
- Be a citizen of India.
- Be a resident of Odisha.
- Be able to speak, read and write Odia.
- Have passed Odia as a language subject in the HSC Examination or an equivalent examination, or have passed the prescribed Odia language test.
- Candidates having qualifications from institutions outside Odisha must produce the required equivalence and affiliation documents.
- Candidates must fulfil the prescribed physical and other service conditions. SSB Odisha
Age Limit
The age limit will be calculated as on 01 January 2026.
- Minimum Age: 21 years
- Maximum Age: 42 years
- Candidate must have been born not earlier than 01 January 1984 and not later than 01 January 2005.
Age Relaxation
| Category | Age Relaxation |
|---|---|
| SC | 5 years |
| ST | 5 years |
| SEBC | 5 years |
| Women | 5 years |
| Ex-Servicemen | 5 years |
| PwD with 40% or more permanent disability | 10 years |
PwD candidates belonging to SC/ST/SEBC categories may receive cumulative age relaxation of 15 years, subject to the conditions mentioned in the official advertisement. SSB Odisha
Application Fee
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| SC/ST/PwD | ₹200 |
| All Other Categories | ₹500 |
The application fee is non-refundable and must be paid online through the designated payment gateway. SSB Odisha
Salary / Pay Scale
Selected candidates will be appointed as Laboratory Assistant-cum-Storekeeper, Group-B, Level-9 under the applicable Odisha Government pay rules.
- Pay Level: Level-9
- Pay Scale: ₹35,400 – ₹1,12,400
- Other applicable allowances and service benefits will be provided according to the relevant rules. SSB Odisha
Selection Process
The selection will be based on a Written Examination conducted in OMR/CBT mode.
Written Examination Pattern
| Particular | Details |
|---|---|
| Examination Mode | OMR / CBT |
| Question Type | Multiple Choice Questions |
| Total Questions | 100 |
| Total Marks | 150 |
| Duration | 2 Hours |
| Marks per Correct Answer | 1.5 Marks |
| Negative Marking | 0.5 Mark for each wrong answer |
The syllabus will be made available through the official SSB Odisha website.
Candidates belonging to the Unreserved category must secure at least 40% marks, while candidates belonging to SC/ST/SEBC/PwD categories must secure at least 30% marks to qualify. SSB Odisha
In case of a tie in written examination marks, preference will first be given to the candidate having higher aggregate marks in the Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent examination. If the tie still continues, the older candidate will be preferred. SSB Odisha
Examination District
Candidates will be required to select their preferred examination district(s) while filling out the online application form.
If the examination is conducted through OMR mode, the examination may be held in different districts of Odisha. If CBT mode is used, examination centres will be allotted according to availability and suitability. SSB Odisha
Documents Required
Shortlisted candidates will be required to produce original certificates during document verification along with the required copies.
Important documents include:
- Copy of Online Application Form
- HSC or equivalent certificate and mark sheet
- Higher Secondary (+2) certificate/mark sheet
- Bachelor’s Degree/Graduation certificate and mark sheet
- Recent passport-size photographs
- Conduct Certificate
- Caste Certificate, wherever applicable
- Resident Certificate
- Odia Pass Certificate, wherever applicable
- Ex-Serviceman Discharge Certificate, wherever applicable
- PwD/Disability Certificate, wherever applicable
- Sports Person Identity Card, wherever applicable
- No Objection Certificate for Government employees, wherever applicable
- Equivalence certificate, wherever applicable SSB Odisha
How to Apply
- Visit the official SSB Odisha website.
- Open the online application link for Advertisement No. 04/2026.
- Read the detailed instructions carefully.
- Complete the online application form.
- Enter educational and personal details correctly.
- Enter the aggregate percentage of the Bachelor’s Degree after converting CGPA, wherever applicable.
- Upload the latest passport-size photograph, signature and left-hand thumb impression as required.
- Select examination district preferences.
- Pay the applicable examination fee through the designated payment gateway.
- Submit the application form before the closing date.
- Download and keep a copy of the submitted application form for future reference.
There is no edit option after final submission, so candidates should carefully verify all details before submitting the application. SSB Odisha
Important Links
| Link | Status |
|---|---|
| Official Website | SSB Odisha Official Website |
| Official Notification | Download Official Notification – Advertisement No. 04/2026 |
| Apply Online | Coming Soon |
| Syllabus | SSB Odisha Syllabus Page |
| Admit Card | Coming Soon |
| Answer Key | Coming Soon |
| Result | Coming Soon |
| Short Notification PDF: | Click Here |
Note: Candidates should carefully read the complete official advertisement before submitting the application. The vacancy, eligibility, age limit, fee and other conditions are subject to the terms and conditions mentioned in Advertisement No. 04/2026.
