The State Selection Board (SSB), Department of Higher Education, Odisha has released Advertisement No. 04/2026 dated 03 October 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 432 vacancies are available under the recruitment. The online application process will start on 12 October 2026 at 02:30 PM and the last date to submit the online application is 16 November 2026 at 11:45 PM.
Official Notification PDF: SSB Odisha Laboratory Assistant Recruitment 2026
SSB Odisha Laboratory Assistant Recruitment 2026 - Overview
| Particular | Details |
|---|---|
| Organization | State Selection Board, Department of Higher Education, Odisha |
| Post Name | Laboratory Assistant-cum-Storekeeper |
| Advertisement No. | 04/2026 |
| Total Vacancies | 432 |
| Qualification | Bachelor's Degree with Honours in the respective practical subject |
| Minimum Age | 21 Years |
| Maximum Age | 42 Years |
| Salary | Rs. 38,100/- per month |
| Application Fee | Rs. 200/- for SC/ST/PwD; Rs. 500/- for other categories |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Start Date | 12 October 2026, 02:30 PM |
| Last Date | 16 November 2026, 11:45 PM |
| Selection Process | Written Test (OMR/CBT Mode) |
| Job Location | Odisha |
SSB Odisha Laboratory Assistant Vacancy 2026
The recruitment covers vacancies in both Government Degree Colleges and Non-Government Aided Colleges under the Higher Education Department, Odisha.
| Institution Type | Vacancies | Salary |
|---|---|---|
| Government Degree Colleges | 57 | Rs. 38,100/- |
| Non-Government Aided Colleges | 375 | Rs. 38,100/- |
| Total | 432 | Rs. 38,100/- |
The subject-wise vacancy position is provided in Annexure-I of the advertisement, while district-wise and subject-wise vacancy details for Non-Government Aided Colleges are given in Annexure-II.
Subjects for Laboratory Assistant-cum-Storekeeper
The subject-wise vacancy tables include the following practical subjects:
- Physics
- Chemistry
- Botany
- Zoology
- Anthropology
- Education
- Geology
- Statistics
- Economics
- Home Science
The detailed subject and category-wise distribution is given in Annexure-I, while Annexure-II provides the detailed district-wise and subject-wise vacancy position for Non-Government Aided Colleges.
SSB Odisha Laboratory Assistant Eligibility 2026
Candidates should have passed a Bachelor's Degree with Honours in the respective practical subject.
The advertisement also specifies requirements relating to residence in Odisha, ability to read and write Odia, and other eligibility conditions. Candidates must satisfy the prescribed eligibility requirements before applying.
SSB Odisha Laboratory Assistant Age Limit 2026
The candidate's minimum age should be 21 years and maximum age should be 42 years as on 01 January 2026.
The advertisement provides applicable age relaxation for eligible reserved categories and other categories as per the relevant Odisha Government rules.
SSB Odisha Laboratory Assistant Salary 2026
The Laboratory Assistant-cum-Storekeeper post carries a monthly remuneration of Rs. 38,100/-. The same pay is shown for vacancies in Government Degree Colleges and Non-Government Aided Colleges.
SSB Odisha Laboratory Assistant Application Fee 2026
| Category | Application Fee |
|---|---|
| SC/ST/PwD Candidates | Rs. 200/- |
| All Other Candidates | Rs. 500/- |
The application fee is non-refundable and non-adjustable. Payment is to be made online through the prescribed payment gateway.
SSB Odisha Laboratory Assistant Selection Process 2026
The selection process will be based solely on a Written Test, which may be conducted in OMR or Computer Based Test (CBT) mode.
The written examination will consist of 100 multiple-choice questions carrying 150 marks. The duration of the examination will be 1 hour 30 minutes.
There will be negative marking of 0.5 mark for each wrong answer. The syllabus for the examination is available on the official SSB Odisha website.
SSB Odisha Laboratory Assistant Exam 2026
The written examination may be conducted in OMR or CBT mode. Candidates will be required to select their preferred examination district while filling the online application form.
The examination will be conducted in different districts of Odisha. If the required number of candidates is not available in a particular district, the examination may be conducted in another nearby district.
How to Apply for SSB Odisha Laboratory Assistant Recruitment 2026
- Visit the official SSB Odisha website.
- Open the online application link for Advertisement No. 04/2026.
- Read the detailed instructions before filling out the application.
- Register and complete the online application form.
- Enter the required personal, educational and other details.
- Select the preferred examination district.
- Upload the required photograph, signature and documents in the prescribed format.
- Pay the applicable application fee through the online payment gateway.
- Submit the application within the prescribed timeline.
- Download and retain the submitted application form and payment details for future reference.
The Board has specifically instructed candidates to follow the “How to Apply” instructions while submitting the online application. Applications submitted through any other mode will not be entertained.
Important Documents
Shortlisted candidates will be required to produce original certificates/documents at the time of verification. These include educational qualification documents, proof of date of birth, residence certificate, caste certificate wherever applicable, PwD certificate wherever applicable and other supporting documents.
The advertisement also requires shortlisted candidates to submit a printout of the online application along with self-attested photocopies of the required certificates/documents.
SSB Odisha Laboratory Assistant Recruitment 2026 - Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Advertisement Date | 03 October 2026 |
| Online Application Start Date | 12 October 2026 at 02:30 PM |
| Online Application Last Date | 16 November 2026 at 11:45 PM |
Important Instructions
- Only online applications submitted through the official SSB Odisha website will be accepted.
- Candidates must carefully indicate their post preference while filling the online application form.
- The preference submitted online will be treated as final and binding.
- Candidates should verify their eligibility before submitting the application.
- The qualification claimed by the candidate must have been acquired by the last date of submission of the online application.
- The application fee is non-refundable and non-adjustable.
- Candidates must produce original certificates at the time of document verification.
- The Board reserves the right to increase or decrease the number of vacancies depending upon requirements.
- The date and mode of the written examination will be notified separately.
- Candidates should regularly check the official SSB Odisha website for further updates.
