The state of Odisha provides good scope for technical careers via various recruitment organizations in the state, especially Odisha Staff Selection Commission (OSSC) and Odisha Public Service Commission (OPSC). It is important for engineering diploma holders/graduates to know about the various jobs and their examination patterns in order to prepare effectively for Odisha Government Jobs. This book explains about all current technical job openings and their syllabi formats.
Major Technical Vacancies in Odisha
OSSC administers the Combined Technical Services Recruitment Examination (CTSRE) to select the candidates for recruitment in Group B and Group C technical vacancies in various departments of Government.
1. OSSC Combined Technical Services Recruitment Examination (CTSRE)
Vacancies:
Post: Junior Engineer (Civil) in Panchayati Raj and Drinking Water Department – 450 posts
Post: Junior Engineer (Civil) in Municipal Administration Department – 132 posts
Post: Junior Engineer (Civil) in Water Resources Department – 24 posts
Other Technical Posts:
Architectural Assistant – 23 posts
Cameraman – 2 posts
Photographer – 1 post
Sound Recordist – 1 post
Mechanic – 1 post
Video Film Editor – 1 post
Junior Draughtsman – 7 posts
Tracer – 66 posts in two categories
Eligibility:
It requires For Junior Engineer (Civil) posts: The candidate must have a Diploma in Civil Engineering from a recognized institution.
Age limit:
Lowest age: 21 years
Highest age: 42 years
Pay:
Pay level: 9
Pay scale considers ₹53,100–₹1,67,800
2. OPSC Assistant Executive Engineer (Civil)
Recruitment process of Assistant Executive Engineer (Civil) is conducted by Odisha Public Service Commission (OPSC) in the cadre of Odisha Municipal Engineering Service, Housing and Urban Development Department.
Recruitment Process:
Name of Post: Assistant Executive Engineer (Civil)
Body conducting recruitment: Odisha Public Service Commission (OPSC)
Department: Housing and Urban Development Department
Number of vacancies: 46 posts
Vacancies reserved for women candidates: 15 posts
Educational Requirements:
The candidate must have Graduation Degree in Civil Engineering from an authorised university/institution.
Associate Membership from the Institution of Engineers of India in Civil Engineering can also be considered, as per the required conditions.
Selection Process:
Preliminary Exam
Main Exam
Interview
3. OPSC Assistant Agriculture Engineer
Assistant Agricultural Engineers Posts are recruited by the OPSC for Odisha Agricultural Engineering Service. Such recruitments are open to candidates who have completed their education in Agricultural Engineering.
Details of Recruitment:
Name of Post: Assistant Agriculture Engineer
Recruiting Agency: Odisha Public Service Commission
Serving Department: Odisha Agricultural Engineering Service
Total Vacancy considers 48 Posts
Education
It requires a B.Tech/B.E. in Agricultural Engineering from a recognized university or educational institution.
Salary:
Pay Scale: 10
Basic Salary: ₹44,900
Others as per govt norms.
Exam Details:
Date of Written Exam: 1 November 2026
Selection Procedure: Written Test + Personality Test
Exam Centers: Cuttack & Bhubaneswar as per the information given above.
Examination Syllabus for Odisha Technical Recruitment 2026
For those students who wish to appear for the OSSC CTSRE exam in Odisha, they must first know about the exam pattern and syllabus subject wise.
OSSC CTSRE Preliminary Examination
The OSSC CTSRE Preliminary Exam is an objective type of exam that is used to evaluate the numerical skills, reasoning, general knowledge, and computer awareness of the candidates.
Exam Pattern:
Total Marks: 150
Time Duration: 150 minutes
Type of Question: Objective type
Negative Marking: One-fourth mark per wrong answer
Subject-Wise Syllabus:
1. Arithmetic: Number system, simplification, HCF and LCM, fractions, decimals, percentage, ratio, average, profit and loss, simple and compound interest, time and work, time and distance, mensuration, algebra, and geometry.
2. Data Interpretation: Tables, bar graphs, line graphs, pie charts, data sufficiency, and percentage-based calculations.
3. Logical Reasoning and Analytical Ability: Analogy, classification, number and alphabet series, blood relations, direction sense, seating arrangement, syllogism, Venn diagrams, statement and conclusion, decision-making, and non-verbal reasoning.
4. Current Events: National and international affairs, government schemes, awards, sports, science and technology, environmental issues, and major government policies.
5. Computer and Internet Awareness: Computer fundamentals, hardware and software, operating systems, MS Office, internet, email, web browsers, cybersecurity, and digital payments.
OSSC CTSRE Mains Examination Syllabus
According to the given information, the technical paper in the OSSC CTSRE Mains Exam carries a weightage of 200 marks in the exam and the time allotted is 180 minutes for the exam.
For the candidates for Junior Engineer (Civil), the following topics form the syllabus:
Structural Mechanics: Stresses & Strains, Beams, Columns, Shear Force, Bending Moment & Trusses.
Geotechnical Engineering: Soil Mechanics, Soil Classification, Permeability, Compaction, Consolidation, Shear Strength & Foundations.
Building Materials and Construction: Bricks, Cement, Concrete, Timber, Foundations, Masonry, Roofs, Floors & Plastering.
Estimation and Cost Evaluation: Types of Estimates, Quantity Estimation, Long Wall & Short Wall Method, Centre Line Method, Rate Analysis & Valuation.
Environmental Engineering: Water Supply, Wastewater Treatment, Pollution & Public Health Engineering.
Structural Design: Working Stress Method, Limit State Method, Reinforced Concrete Design, Slabs, Columns & Footings.
Hydraulics & Irrigation: Fluid Flow, Bernoulli’s Theorem, Pipe Flow, Pumps, Hydrology, Irrigation Systems & Dams.
Land Surveying: Chain Surveying, Compass Surveying, Plane Table Surveying, Theodolite Surveying & Map Reading.
Transportation Engineering: Highway Planning, Pavement Design, Traffic Engineering & Bridge Engineering.
OPSC Assistant Agriculture Engineer Examination Syllabus
OPSC Assistant Agriculture Engineer selection process consists of a written exam and personality test.
Exam Details:
Date of Written Exam: 1 November 2026
Exam Centers: Cuttack and Bhubaneswar
Exam Format: Multiple Choice Questions as per details given above
Selection Process: Written Exam and then Personality Test
The syllabus consists of the topics from the Agricultural Engineering subject. The candidates should prepare the following topics:
Farm Machinery: Agricultural Machines and Mechanization.
Soil and Water Conservation: Erosion Control and Water Management.
Irrigation Engineering: Irrigation Systems and Water Requirements.
Agricultural Processing: Processing Technology and Machines.
Renewable Energy: Solar Energy, Biomass Energy, and Application to Agriculture.
The candidates can revise the subjects of B.Tech/B.E. Agricultural Engineering and refer to the official syllabus of OPSC for detailed information.
Conclusion
Career options in terms of technical jobs are available for engineering graduates, diploma engineers, and agricultural engineering engineers through OSSC and OPSC. The candidates must go through the official notifications and prepare themselves on the basis of the syllabus. They should keep themselves updated regarding the examination and recruitment through the official websites in relation to Odisha Government Jobs.
