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The Odisha Staff Selection Commission OSSC is an organization that is responsible for conducting several exams in the state of Odisha for recruiting eligible candidates for various posts in government and other establishments. They are able to sit for OSSC recruitment exams depending on the level of the OSSC recruitment exams which include certificate level, diploma level, graduate level and post graduate level. Some of the prominent OSSC exams are as follows: Combined Auditor Exam, Combined Police Service Exam, Junior Clerk exam, Junior Assistant exam among others.
The OSSC has a written examination and a skill test for some of the categories of the posts. The written examination evaluates the candidate’s knowledge, his/her general intelligence, his/her ability to reason and his/her ability to perform numerical computations considering the nature of the post. All the exams are conducted in English and Odia language. When the written examination results are released, the candidates who qualify are called for document verification and a skills assessment. The selection list in final form provides roll numbers of the candidates who have qualified.
| Exam Parameter | General Information |
|---|---|
| Exam Conducted by | Staff Selection Commission (SSC) |
| Types of Exams | Various exams for different government job positions like Junior Engineer, Junior Accountant, Traffic Constable, etc. |
| Exam Levels | Tier-1 (Preliminary), Tier-2 (Mains), Skill Test (for specific posts) |
| Eligibility | Varies depending on the post. Generally, graduation with specific subject requirements and age limits. |
| Syllabus | Varies depending on the post. Generally includes General Intelligence & Reasoning, General Awareness, Quantitative Aptitude, English Language, and specific subject knowledge for technical posts. |
| Exam Pattern | Computer-Based Test (CBT) for Tier-1 and Tier-2. Pen-and-paper test for Skill Test (if applicable). Multiple-choice questions with negative marking for most exams. |
| Application Process | Online through the SSC website (ssc.nic.in). |
| Official Source | SSC website (ssc.nic.in) |
| Exam Name | Approximate Month |
|---|---|
| SSC CGL Tier-1 | September/October 2024 |
| SSC CHSL Tier-1 | June/July 2024 |
| SSC Selection Post Phase-XII | February 2024 |
| Sub-Inspector in Delhi Police and CAPFs | February/March 2024 |
| Junior Engineer (Civil, Mechanical, Electrical, etc.) | February/March 2024 |
| Combined Higher Secondary (10+2) Level | April/May 2024 |
| Multi Tasking (Non-Technical) Staff and Havaldar (CBIC & CBN) | May/June 2024 |
| Stenographer Grade 'C' & 'D' | July/August 2024 |
| Junior Hindi Translator, Junior Translator, and Senior Hindi Translator | July/August 2024 |
| Constables (GD) in CAPFs, NIA, SSF, and Rifleman (GD) in Assam Rifles | August/September 2024 |
| Exam Category | General Fee |
|---|---|
| Tier-1 Exams (CGL, CHSL, etc.) | ₹200 |
| Tier-2 Mains Exams | ₹100 |
| Exam Name | City | Center Name |
|---|---|---|
| OSSC BSSO Prelims 2024 | Bhubaneswar | DAV Public School |
| OSSC BSSO Prelims 2024 | Cuttack | Jawaharlal Nehru Public School |
| OSSC BSSO Prelims 2024 | Puri | Ramakrishna Mission School |
| Exam Stage | Description | Mode of Exam | Subjects/Sections | Number of Questions | Marks | Negative Marking |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tier-1 (Preliminary)** | Qualifying stage focusing on general aptitude and reasoning | Computer-Based Test (CBT) | General Intelligence & Reasoning, General Awareness, Quantitative Aptitude, English Language | Varies depending on the exam | Usually 200 | Generally yes (0.25 mark per wrong answer) |
| Tier-2 (Mains)** | Descriptive exam testing in-depth knowledge | Pen-and-Paper Test | Varies depending on the exam | Varies depending on the exam | Usually 400 | Generally no |
| Skill Test (for specific posts) | Practical assessment of specific skills | Varies depending on the post | Varies depending on the post | Varies depending on the post | Usually 100 | Generally no |
| Subject | Topic | Sub-Topic (Optional) | Description |
|---|---|---|---|
| General Awareness | Current Affairs: National & International | Major national and international events, policies, personalities. | Focus on recent developments, government initiatives, and global issues. |
| Indian History & Culture: Ancient, Medieval, Modern | Important historical periods, personalities, monuments, art, literature. | Emphasis on Odisha's history and culture. | |
| Indian Geography & Climate: Physical & Political | Topography, rivers, states, climate zones, natural resources. | Focus on Odisha's geographical features and resources. | |
| Indian Polity & Constitution: Government structure, Fundamental Rights, Directive Principles. | Executive, Legislature, Judiciary, elections, important articles. | Emphasis on Odisha's governance and political system. | |
| General Science & Technology: Everyday Science, Basic Science concepts, technological advancements. | Physics, Chemistry, Biology, environmental issues, recent inventions. | Focus on practical applications and their relevance to Odisha. | |
| Reasoning & Aptitude | Verbal Reasoning: Analogy, Syllogism, Data Sufficiency. | Identifying relationships, drawing conclusions, analyzing information. | Practice critical thinking and logical reasoning skills. |
| Non-Verbal Reasoning: Figure Series, Coding-Decoding, Spatial Reasoning. | Identifying patterns, sequences, analyzing shapes and positions. | Enhance visual perception and problem-solving skills. | |
| Numerical Aptitude: Calculation, Number System, Data Interpretation. | Basic arithmetic, fractions, percentages, graphs, tables. | Focus on speed and accuracy in numerical calculations. | |
| English Language | Grammar & Vocabulary: Parts of Speech, Tenses, Synonyms & Antonyms. | Sentence structure, verb forms, word meaning and usage. | Improve communication skills and fluency in English. |
| Reading Comprehension: Passages & Questions | Understanding the main idea, identifying factual details, inferring meaning. | Develop critical reading and analysis skills. | |
| Writing Skills: Essay, Precis Writing, Letter Writing. | Structuring ideas, writing with clarity and accuracy. | Enhance communication skills and writing ability. |
| Subject | Book Title | Author(s) | Description |
|---|---|---|---|
| General Awareness | Manorama Yearbook | Arihant Experts | Covers current affairs, national and international events, important policies, etc. |
| Lucent's General Knowledge | Dr. Binay Kumar & Manishika Kumari | Provides a comprehensive overview of Indian history, geography, polity, economy, and more. | |
| Pratiyogita Darpan | Upkar Prakashan | Monthly magazine covering current affairs, GK quizzes, and exam preparation tips. | |
| Indian History & Culture | India's Ancient Past by R.S. Sharma | R.S. Sharma | A standard textbook on ancient Indian history. |
| India's Medieval History by Thapar | Romila Thapar | Covers the medieval period of Indian history from the Delhi Sultanate to the Mughal Empire. | |
| A History of Modern India by Bipan Chandra | Bipan Chandra | A comprehensive textbook on modern Indian history from the 18th century to the present. | |
| Indian Geography & Climate | Certificate Physical and Human Geography by G.C. Leong | G.C. Leong | Covers the basics of physical and human geography of India. |
| Geography of India by Khullar | D.R. Khullar | A detailed textbook on the geography of India, including physical features, climate, rivers, states, etc. | |
| Oxford Atlas of India | Oxford University Press | A comprehensive atlas of India with detailed maps of states, districts, cities, etc. | |
| Indian Polity & Constitution | Introduction to the Constitution of India by D.D. Basu | D.D. Basu | A standard textbook on the Indian Constitution, covering its structure, fundamental rights, and directive principles. |
| Indian Polity by M. Laxmikanth | M. Laxmikanth | A popular book for UPSC and other competitive exams, covering Indian polity in a concise and clear manner. | |
| Constitution of India by Bare Act | Government of India | The official text of the Indian Constitution. |
