The State Selection Board (SSB), Higher Education Department, Government of Odisha has released Advertisement No. 04/2026 for recruitment to the post of Laboratory Assistant-cum-Storekeeper in Government Degree Colleges and Non-Government Aided Colleges of Odisha.
A total of 435 vacancies are available. Eligible candidates can submit their applications online through the SSB Odisha website from 12 October 2026 to 16 November 2026.
The recruitment is for a Group-B, Level-9 post, and selection will be based on a written examination conducted in OMR or CBT mode.
SSB Odisha Laboratory Assistant Recruitment 2026 – Overview
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Organization | State Selection Board, Odisha |
| Department | Higher Education Department, Government of Odisha |
| Advertisement Date | 03 October 2026 |
| Post | Laboratory Assistant-cum-Storekeeper |
| Post Level | Group-B, Level-9 |
| Total Vacancies | 435 |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Application Start | 12 October 2026, 2:30 PM |
| Last Date | 16 November 2026, 11:45 PM |
| Selection | Written Test |
| Exam Mode | OMR / CBT |
| Job Location | Odisha |
SSB Odisha Laboratory Assistant Vacancy 2026
The total 435 vacancies are divided between Government Degree Colleges and Non-Government Aided Colleges.
| Institution Type | Total Posts | Women Posts |
|---|---|---|
| Government Degree Colleges | 57 | 19 |
| Non-Government Aided Colleges | 378 | 122 |
| Total | 435 | 141 |
Category-wise Vacancy
| Category | Government Degree Colleges | Non-Govt. Aided Colleges |
|---|---|---|
| ST | 21 | 140 |
| SC | 10 | 102 |
| SEBC | 8 | 33 |
| UR | 18 | 103 |
| Total | 57 | 378 |
The notification also provides horizontal reservation for PwD, Ex-Servicemen and Sportspersons as prescribed.
Subject-wise Vacancies in Government Degree Colleges
The 57 Government Degree College vacancies are distributed among the following practical subjects:
| Subject | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Physics | 5 |
| Chemistry | 8 |
| Botany | 6 |
| Zoology | 6 |
| Anthropology | 1 |
| Education | 30 |
| Geology | 1 |
| Total | 57 |
The detailed category-wise and subject-wise reservation is provided in Annexure-I of the notification.
Vacancies in Non-Government Aided Colleges
There are 378 Laboratory Assistant-cum-Storekeeper vacancies in Non-Government Aided Colleges under the Higher Education Department.
The vacancies are distributed district-wise and subject-wise across Odisha.
The subjects listed in Annexure-II include:
- Physics
- Chemistry
- Botany
- Zoology
- Statistics
- Geology
- Education
- Psychology
- Home Science
- Anthropology
- Geography
The complete district-wise, subject-wise and category-wise vacancy details are given in Annexure-II of the official advertisement.
Educational Qualification
Candidates must have:
Bachelor’s Degree with Honours in the respective practical subject.
The qualification must be obtained by the last date of submission of the online application. Candidates who have obtained qualifications from institutions outside Odisha may need to produce the prescribed equivalence and affiliation documents. Pasted markdown
Candidates whose marksheets contain grades or grade points must furnish the numerical equivalence issued by the concerned examining body where required.
Age Limit
The candidate must be:
- Minimum Age: 21 years
- Maximum Age: 42 years
The age will be calculated as on 01 January 2026.
Accordingly, the candidate must have been born not earlier than 01 January 1984 and not later than 01 January 2005.
Age Relaxation
The upper age limit is relaxable as prescribed for eligible candidates:
| Category | Relaxation |
|---|---|
| SC | 5 years |
| ST | 5 years |
| SEBC | 5 years |
| Women | 5 years |
| Ex-Servicemen | 5 years |
| PwD | 10 years |
PwD candidates belonging to SC/ST/SEBC categories may receive cumulative relaxation as provided under the applicable rules.
Other Eligibility Conditions
Candidates must:
- Be a citizen of India.
- Be a resident of Odisha.
- Be able to speak, read and write Odia.
- Have Odia as a language subject in the HSC examination or satisfy the prescribed equivalent Odia-language requirement.
- Fulfil the prescribed physical and mental fitness requirements.
- Not have more than one spouse living, subject to the applicable exemption provisions.
Government employees meeting the eligibility conditions may also apply, but they must inform their Head of Office and produce the required No Objection Certificate (NOC) during document verification.
Physical Fitness
Candidates must be in good mental and bodily health and free from any physical defect that may interfere with the discharge of their duties.
Appointment will be subject to the prescribed medical requirements.
Selection Process
Selection will be based solely on a Written Test.
The examination may be conducted in:
- OMR-based mode, or
- Computer Based Test (CBT) mode
The final examination mode will be decided by the State Selection Board.
Written Examination Pattern
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Total Questions | 100 |
| Type | Multiple Choice Questions |
| Total Marks | 150 |
| Duration | 2 Hours |
| Correct Answer | +1.5 marks |
| Wrong Answer | -0.5 mark |
| Mode | OMR / CBT |
The questions will be prepared according to the syllabus published by SSB Odisha.
Qualifying Marks
- UR: Minimum 40%
- SC/ST/SEBC/PwD: Minimum 30%
In case of a tie, preference will first be given to the candidate securing higher aggregate marks in the Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent examination. If the tie continues, the older candidate will be preferred.
Examination District
For an OMR-based examination, the written test will be conducted in different districts of Odisha.
Candidates will be required to indicate their preferred examination district(s) while applying.
If CBT mode is used, the examination may be conducted in different shifts at designated centres in various districts depending on availability and suitability.
Application Fee
| Category | Application Fee |
|---|---|
| SC / ST / PwD | ₹200 |
| All Other Categories | ₹500 |
The fee is non-refundable and non-adjustable and must be paid online through the designated payment gateway.
Important Dates
| Event | Date & Time |
|---|---|
| Advertisement Date | 03 October 2026 |
| Online Application Starts | 12 October 2026 at 2:30 PM |
| Online Application Closes | 16 November 2026 at 11:45 PM |
| Written Examination | To be notified later |
| Admit Card | To be notified by SSB Odisha |
The Board will publish the examination date and examination mode later through its official website and other prescribed channels.
Documents Required
Shortlisted candidates will be required to produce the online application printout and original documents during document verification.
Important documents include:
- Online Application Form
- HSC or equivalent certificate and mark sheet
- +2 / Higher Secondary certificate and mark sheet
- Bachelor’s Degree with Honours certificate and mark sheets
- Recent passport-size photographs
- Conduct Certificate from the last attended institution
- Caste Certificate, where applicable
- Odisha Resident Certificate
- Odia pass certificate, wherever applicable
- Ex-Servicemen Discharge Certificate, wherever applicable
- PwD Certificate, wherever applicable
- Sportsperson Identity Card, wherever applicable
- NOC, wherever applicable
- Equivalence certificate, where applicable
Original certificates must be produced during verification. Failure to produce the required original documents can lead to rejection of candidature.
How to Apply Online
Eligible candidates can apply online through the official SSB Odisha website.
Step-by-Step Application Process
- Visit the official SSB Odisha website.
- Open the recruitment/application link for Advertisement No. 04/2026.
- Read the detailed instructions carefully.
- Complete the online application form.
- Enter your educational qualification and percentage correctly.
- Upload the required photograph, signature and left-hand thumb impression.
- Pay the applicable examination fee through the designated payment gateway.
- Review all information carefully.
- Submit the application form.
- Download and save the submitted application form for future use.
Candidates should complete the application well before the closing time to avoid last-minute technical problems.
Important Application Instructions
Candidates should carefully note the following:
- Applications are accepted online only.
- No other mode of application will be accepted.
- Candidates must enter their graduation percentage after applying the prescribed CGPA-to-percentage conversion formula of their university/institution, where applicable.
- The photograph should be recent and taken within 15 days before submission of the application.
- Photograph, signature and left-hand thumb impression must be clearly visible.
- There is no edit option after final submission.
- Candidates should download and retain the final application form.
- Incorrect information or suppression of facts can result in cancellation of candidature.
- The decision of SSB Odisha regarding selection will be final and binding.
Post Preference and Allocation
Candidates must carefully select their preferences in the online application form.
Final allocation will be made on the basis of:
Merit + Candidate Preference + Availability of Vacancies
Once the preference order is finally submitted, it cannot be modified or changed. Candidates should therefore check their choices carefully before final submission.
Admit Card
Eligible candidates will have to download their Hall Ticket/Admit Card from the SSB Odisha website.
The Board will not send admit cards separately to candidates.
Candidates should regularly check the official SSB Odisha website for examination and admit-card updates.
Important Links
| Apply Online | Click Here |
| Notification PDF | Click Here |
| Official Website | Click Here |
| More Odisha Govt Jobs | Click Here |
Frequently Asked Questions
1. How many vacancies are available in SSB Odisha Laboratory Assistant Recruitment 2026?
There are 435 Laboratory Assistant-cum-Storekeeper vacancies.
2. How many vacancies are available in Government Degree Colleges?
There are 57 vacancies in Government Degree Colleges.
3. How many vacancies are available in Non-Government Aided Colleges?
There are 378 vacancies in Non-Government Aided Colleges.
4. What is the educational qualification?
Candidates should have a Bachelor’s Degree with Honours in the respective practical subject.
5. What is the age limit?
The age limit is 21 to 42 years as on 01 January 2026, with applicable relaxation.
6. What is the selection process?
Selection is based on a Written Test conducted in OMR or CBT mode.
7. How many questions are there in the written examination?
There are 100 MCQ questions carrying 150 marks.
8. Is there negative marking?
Yes. 0.5 mark will be deducted for each wrong answer.
9. What is the application fee?
The fee is ₹200 for SC/ST/PwD candidates and ₹500 for all other categories.
10. When will online applications start?
Online applications will start on 12 October 2026 at 2:30 PM.
11. What is the last date to apply?
The last date is 16 November 2026 at 11:45 PM.