The State Selection Board (SSB), Higher Education Department, Government of Odisha has released Advertisement No. 04/2026 for the recruitment of 435 Laboratory Assistant-cum-Storekeeper (Group B, Level 9) posts in Government Degree Colleges and Non-Government Aided Colleges of Odisha. The official SSB website has published the recruitment notice and online application information.
Eligible candidates with a Bachelor’s Degree with Honours in the relevant practical subject can apply online from 12 October 2026 to 16 November 2026.
EXPERIENCE IMPORTANT: No separate work-experience requirement is specified for this recruitment. However, candidates must meet the prescribed subject-wise educational qualification, Odisha residence/Odia language and other eligibility conditions.
SSB Odisha Lab Assistant Recruitment 2026 – Overview
| Particulars | Details |
| Organisation | State Selection Board, Higher Education Department, Odisha |
| Post Name | Laboratory Assistant-cum-Storekeeper |
| Post Level | Group B, Level 9 |
| Total Vacancies | 435 Posts |
| Age Limit | 21–42 Years |
| Qualification | Bachelor’s Degree with Honours in relevant practical subject |
| Application Fee | ₹200 / ₹500 |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Salary | Level 9 Pay Scale as per ORSP Rules, 2017 |
| Experience | No separate work experience specified |
| Eligibility | Indian citizen, Odisha resident and prescribed subject-wise qualification |
| Selection | Written Test (OMR/CBT) |
The vacancies include 57 posts in Government Degree Colleges and 378 posts in Non-Government Aided Colleges.
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
| Online Application Starts | 12 October 2026, 2:30 PM |
| Last Date to Apply Online | 16 November 2026, 11:45 PM |
| Age Cut-off Date | 01 January 2026 |
| Written Examination | To be notified |
Eligibility Criteria
Educational Qualification
Candidates should have a Bachelor’s Degree with Honours in the relevant practical subject prescribed for the post.
Age Limit
Candidates must be between 21 and 42 years as on 01 January 2026. Relaxation is applicable to eligible SC, ST, SEBC, Women, Ex-Servicemen and PwD candidates as per Odisha Government rules.
Other Eligibility
- Candidate must be a citizen of India and resident of Odisha.
- Candidates must be able to speak, read and write Odia as prescribed in the notification.
- Candidates must satisfy the subject-wise qualification requirements.
- Government employees may apply subject to the prescribed conditions and NOC requirements.
Application Fee
- SC/ST/PwD: ₹200
- All Other Categories: ₹500
The fee is payable online and is non-refundable.
Selection Process
Selection will be based on a Written Examination, conducted through OMR or CBT mode as decided by SSB Odisha. The examination consists of 100 MCQs for 150 marks, with negative marking for incorrect answers.
How to Apply for SSB Odisha Lab Assistant Recruitment 2026
Eligible candidates can apply online through the official SSB Odisha recruitment website.
- Visit the official SSB Odisha website.
- Open Advertisement No. 04/2026 for Laboratory Assistant-cum-Storekeeper.
- Read the notification and eligibility conditions carefully.
- Enter personal, educational and category details.
- Select the required subject/post and district preferences carefully.
- Upload the photograph, signature and thumb impression as prescribed.
- Pay the applicable application fee online.
- Check all details before final submission.
- Submit the application and download a copy for future reference.
Official Apply Link
Candidates should use the official SSB Odisha website to access the online application for Laboratory Assistant-cum-Storekeeper Recruitment 2026. The SSB website is the official source for application notices, examination updates and admit-card information.
Official SSB Odisha – Apply Online
Official Details PDF
Before applying, candidates should carefully read Advertisement No. 04/2026. The official notification contains the detailed vacancy distribution, subject-wise eligibility, age relaxation, fee, examination pattern and other conditions.
Download Official Notification PDF – SSB Odisha Lab Assistant Recruitment 2026
Important Links
| Link | Details |
| Apply Online | Click Here to Apply Online |
| Official Notification PDF | Download Official Notification |
| Official Website | SSB Odisha Official Website |
FAQs – SSB Odisha Lab Assistant Recruitment 2026
Q1. How many vacancies are available?
There are 435 Laboratory Assistant-cum-Storekeeper vacancies.
Q2. What is the qualification?
Candidates need a Bachelor’s Degree with Honours in the relevant practical subject, as prescribed for the post.
Q3. What is the age limit?
The age limit is 21 to 42 years as on 01 January 2026, with applicable relaxation.
Q4. Is work experience required?
No separate work experience is specified. Candidates must fulfil the prescribed educational and other eligibility conditions.
Q5. What is the application fee?
The fee is ₹200 for SC/ST/PwD candidates and ₹500 for other candidates.
Q6. What is the selection process?
Selection is based on a Written Test, conducted through OMR/CBT mode.
Q7. What is the last date to apply?
The last date is 16 November 2026 at 11:45 PM.
Q8. Where is the job location?
The posts are in Government Degree Colleges and Non-Government Aided Colleges across Odisha.