State Selection Board Odisha Librarian Recruitment 2026: 225 Posts Across All 28 Districts of Odisha
The State Selection Board (SSB), Odisha — under the Department of Higher Education, Government of Odisha — has notified one of the most awaited Odisha government job opportunities of 2026: 225 Librarian vacancies in Non-Govt. Aided Colleges across all 28 districts of the state. With a Pay Matrix Level 9 posting, three-fold reservation benefits and a single OMR-based written test, this notification is a great fit for B.Lib.Sc. graduates looking for a permanent state government Group-B job.
The online application portal opens on 06 May 2026 and closes on 12 June 2026 (11:45 PM). Selection is purely on the basis of a 150-mark, 100-question OMR Written Test (negative marking 0.5) held across five regional zones — Balasore, Berhampur, Bhubaneswar, Jeypore and Sambalpur. There is no interview for this post — the merit list is built directly from the written test marks. In this article, GovtJobsAlert.in walks you through every important detail — from district-wise vacancy distribution and eligibility to the exam pattern and step-by-step apply guide.
Key Highlights — Odisha SSB Librarian Recruitment 2026
The State Selection Board, Odisha is the official recruitment body for Librarians, Lecturers and other academic staff in Odisha’s Non-Govt. Aided Colleges. Advertisement Number 02/2026 (dated 16 April 2026) covers 225 Librarian vacancies governed by the ORSP Rules, 2017. This is a permanent state government appointment with a ₹500 / ₹200 fee structure and full ORV Act + PwBD Act + Women’s reservation benefits.
- Recruiting Body: State Selection Board (SSB), Odisha — Higher Education Department, Govt. of Odisha
- Advertisement No.: 02/2026 (dated 16 April 2026)
- Total Vacancies: 225
- Post Name: Librarian (in Non-Govt. Aided Colleges)
- Pay Matrix: Group B, Level 9 (ORSP Rules, 2017)
- Eligibility: Bachelor of Library Science (B.Lib.Sc.) or equivalent
- Age Limit: 21 to 42 years (as on 01 January 2026)
- Selection Mode: 100% Written Test (OMR) — no interview
- Application Mode: Online only
- Application Dates: 06 May 2026 to 12 June 2026 (per latest update)
- Last Date to Pay Fee: 12 June 2026 (11:45 PM)
- Application Fees: ₹500 (Gen / OBC / SEBC) ; ₹200 (SC / ST / PwD)
This is a great chance for Odisha state job seekers with a graduate-level library science qualification who want a permanent Pay Level 9 government posting close to home.
Vacancy Breakdown — Odisha SSB Librarian Recruitment 2026
The 225 Librarian seats are distributed across all 28 districts of Odisha. Reservation follows the Odisha Reservation of Vacancies Act (ORV) — 22.5% ST, 16.25% SC, 11.25% SEBC and the rest UR — plus horizontal women (33%), PwD (4%), Ex-Servicemen (3%) and Sports Person (1%) reservation.
| Category | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Unreserved (UR) | 113 |
| Scheduled Tribe (ST) | 58 |
| Scheduled Caste (SC) | 35 |
| Socially & Educationally Backward Classes (SEBC) | 19 |
| Total | 225 |
Largest District-Wise Allocations
To give you a sense of where the most seats are, here are the top districts. Detailed district-wise tables (with sub-category split) are available in Annexure-I of the official notification PDF.
| District | Total Seats |
|---|---|
| Cuttack | 24 |
| Ganjam | 19 |
| Khordha | 19 |
| Balasore | 16 |
| Kendrapara | 16 |
| Mayurbhanj | 16 |
| Jajpur | 15 |
| Bhadrak | 9 |
Out of 225 total seats, 67 are reserved for women (horizontal), with 9 PwD seats spread across visual / hearing / locomotor / multiple-disability categories.
Eligibility Criteria — Odisha SSB Librarian 2026
Educational Qualification
Candidates must possess a Bachelor’s Degree in Library Science (B.Lib.Sc. / B.LIS) OR an equivalent degree from a recognised Indian institution. The qualification must be obtained on or before the last date of online application. Higher qualifications such as M.LIS or NET-LIS are not mandatory but are useful for tie-breaking.
In case the qualification has been awarded by a university outside Odisha, candidates must produce a proof of equivalence from the appropriate authority — and where CGPA is awarded, a numerical equivalence certificate showing percentage conversion.
Age Limit
Age is reckoned as on 01 January 2026. The candidate must be between 21 and 42 years — that is, born between 02 January 1984 and 01 January 2005.
| Category | Age Relaxation |
|---|---|
| SC / ST / SEBC / Women / Ex-Servicemen | 5 years |
| PwD (40% disability or more) | Up to 10 years (cumulative over normal relaxation) |
| PwD belonging to SEBC / SC / ST | Up to 15 years |
A multi-category candidate is eligible for only one most beneficial relaxation. Candidates with temporary disability are not eligible for age relaxation.
Domicile & Language
Applicants must be citizens of India and domiciled in Odisha. Knowledge of Odia language is mandatory — candidate must have studied Odia as a subject in HSC (10th) examination, or have passed an Odia-equivalence test of Middle School standard.
What is the Salary for Odisha SSB Librarian 2026?
The Librarian post carries Group B, Pay Matrix Level 9 under the Odisha Revised Scales of Pay (ORSP) Rules, 2017. While the notification doesn’t specify the exact in-hand range, the corresponding state pay scale is ₹35,400 – ₹1,12,400 (basic) for Level 9 — this varies based on years of service.
In-hand pay (approx.): Starting basic of ~₹35,400 plus full Odisha state government allowances (DA, HRA, TA, medical, leave benefits).
Apart from the basic pay, employees receive standard state allowances including DA, HRA, transport allowance, leave-encashment and post-retirement gratuity. Pension coverage is under the Contributory Pension Scheme (Odisha CS Pension Amendment Rules, 2005) — not the older 1992 pension rules.
What is the Selection Process for Odisha SSB Librarian 2026?
SSB Odisha has kept the selection process single-stage and merit-based — no interview is held.
- Written Test (OMR-based) — 100% weight in the final merit list.
- Document Verification — Eligibility check of original certificates by the Verifying Officer / Team. Failure to produce any required document leads to rejection.
Written Test Pattern
| Topic | Detail |
|---|---|
| Mode | OMR-based (carbonless answer sheets) |
| Total Marks | 150 |
| Total Questions | 100 (Multiple Choice) |
| Marks per Correct Answer | 1.5 |
| Negative Marking | 0.5 marks deducted per wrong answer |
| Duration | 2 hours (120 minutes) |
| Examination Zones | Balasore, Berhampur, Bhubaneswar, Jeypore, Sambalpur |
Qualifying Marks
| Category | Minimum Qualifying Marks |
|---|---|
| UR | 40% |
| SC / ST / SEBC / PwD | 30% |
Tie-breaking is done first by aggregate percentage in graduation, then by date of birth (older candidate wins). Detailed syllabus and topic list are available on the SSB website. For broader test prep guidance, GovtJobsAlert.in’s syllabus & exam pattern hub is a useful reference.
How to Apply Online for Odisha SSB Librarian 2026?
The process is fully online — there is no offline / postal mode for this notification.
- Visit the SSB Odisha official portal: ssbodisha.ac.in
- Click on the active link for “Recruitment to the post of Librarian — Advt. 02/2026”.
- Click “New Registration” and enter your personal, educational and contact details.
- Note down your registration number for future logins.
- Upload your scanned photograph, signature, mark-sheets, caste certificate, residence certificate and disability/ESM certificates as applicable.
- Pay the application fee online via debit card / credit card / net banking.
- Submit the application and download the printed acknowledgement for record.
- Make sure the application reaches SSB on or before 11:45 PM on 12 June 2026.
Important Dates — Odisha SSB Librarian 2026
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Online Registration Starts | 06 May 2026 |
| Last Date for Online Application | 12 June 2026 (11:45 PM) |
| Last Date to Pay Application Fee | 12 June 2026 (11:45 PM) |
| Age-Cutoff Reference Date | 01 January 2026 |
| Admit Card Release | To be notified on the SSB website |
| Written Test Date | To be notified on the SSB website |
Application Fees — Odisha SSB Librarian 2026
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| Unreserved / OBC / SEBC | ₹500 |
| SC / ST / PwD | ₹200 |
Fee is paid online via the integrated payment gateway. Fee is non-refundable and non-adjustable — even if the recruitment is later cancelled. Mere bank-deduction is not proof of payment; only a generated confirmation page counts.
Documents Required at Application & Verification
- HSC / Matriculation certificate and mark-sheet (date of birth and percentage)
- Higher Secondary (+2) certificate and mark-sheet
- Graduation (+3) certificate and mark-sheet
- Bachelor of Library Science certificate and mark-sheet
- Two recent passport-size photographs
- Conduct Certificate from the last college / university
- Caste Certificate (for SC / ST / SEBC) by competent authority
- Resident / Domicile Certificate
- Odia-pass certificate (BSE Odisha or equivalent)
- Discharge Certificate (Ex-Servicemen) from Rajya Sainik Board, Bhubaneswar
- Disability Certificate from concerned Medical Board (PwD)
- Sports Identity Card from Department of Youth & Sports Services, Odisha (if applicable)
- No Objection Certificate (NOC) from current employer for Government servants
Essential Links — Odisha SSB Librarian Recruitment 2026
- Download Official Notification PDF
- Apply Online for Odisha SSB Librarian 2026
- Visit SSB Odisha Official Website
- Join WhatsApp Channel for Government Jobs
- Join Telegram Channel for Government Jobs
- Join Telegram Channel for Odisha Government Jobs
Odisha SSB Librarian Recruitment 2026 is one of the most accessible state Group B Librarian openings of the year, with district-wise transparent allocation, women-friendly reservation and a single-stage written test. Apply online between 06 May and 12 June 2026, prepare seriously for the 100-question OMR test, and keep your Odia-pass + domicile + B.Lib.Sc. originals ready for verification day. For more Odisha government job notifications and latest exam results, keep visiting GovtJobsAlert.in.