Kamal Ghorui
The Odisha State Pollution Control Board (OSPCB) has published the notification for the recruitment of 2026. There are a total of 113 posts available for Group B and Group C, which include positions such as Assistant Environmental Engineer, Assistant Environmental Scientist, Senior Scientific Assistant, Junior Laboratory Assistant, Junior Accountant, and many more.Interested candidates can apply online through the official website of OSPCB from 20 January 2026. The last date for application submission is 10 February 2026. This recruitment drive is conducted to fill technical, scientific, and administrative posts in the board. Candidates are advised to read the notification carefully and check their eligibility criteria before applying.
OSPCB posts and vacancies
The recruitment includes positions for both Group B and Group C categories. Group B posts include technical and administrative roles such as Assistant Environmental Engineer, Assistant Environmental Scientist, and Senior Scientific Assistant. Group C posts are mostly support roles such as Junior Laboratory Assistant, Junior Accountant, and Junior Assistant. The total number of vacancies across all categories is 113, offering candidates an opportunity to join OSPCB in various capacities.
Eligibility criteria
Candidates must have relevant educational qualifications according to the post applied for. Engineering graduates can apply for Assistant Environmental Engineer, science postgraduates for Assistant Environmental Scientist, and graduates with computer knowledge for administrative roles. The age limit is 21 to 42 years, with relaxation applicable for reserved categories and differently-abled candidates as per government rules. The candidates are advised to refer to the notification regarding post-wise qualifications and age limits.
How to apply for OSPCB recruitment
The application form needs to be filled online from the official website of OSPCB. The candidates are required to register, enter their personal and educational information, scan documents, and submit the form before the last date. It is recommended that the candidates retain a copy of the confirmation page and the scanned documents.Direct link to apply here. Candidates will be selected based on a Computer-Based Test (CBT) and an interview, followed by document verification. The test will assess technical knowledge, general aptitude, and relevant skills.
