If you have a Bachelors Degree in Science or a related practical subject you have found a government job opportunity in Odisha.

The State Selection Board in Odisha has just issued Advertisement No. 04/2026 To recruit 435 Laboratory Assistant‑cum‑Storekeepers.

These jobs will be posted in Government Degree Colleges and Non‑Government Aided Colleges, across Odisha all under the Higher Education Department. The role is a Group B government job that gives a stable salary, pension benefits and solid career growth.

This article will give you all the details you need: the job description, required subjects, age limits, application fees, selection steps and a step‑by‑step guide to complete the application.


Job Details

  • Recruiting Body: State Selection Board (SSB), Odisha
  • Department: Higher Education Department, Govt. of Odisha
  • Post Name: Laboratory Assistant-cum-Storekeeper
  • Advt. No.: 04/2026
  • Total Posts: 435 Vacancies
  • Job Category: Odisha State Govt Job (Group 'B')
  • Application Mode: Online via ssbodisha.ac.in
  • Online Application Window: 12 October 2026 to 16 November 2026

Vacancy Details

Out of the 435 vacancies the seats are divided between government and aided educational institutions.

  • Government Degree Colleges: 57 Posts
  • Non-Government Aided Colleges: 378 Posts

Eligible Practical Subjects

Vacancies are spread across core practical subjects that are offered in the college curriculum:

  • Physics
  • Chemistry
  • Botany
  • Zoology
  • Anthropology
  • Geography
  • Geology
  • Home Science
  • Psychology
  • Education

Salary Scale & Pay Level

Selected candidates will be placed under Pay Level 9 as per ORSP Rules:

  • Pay Band: 35,400 to 1,12,400 per month
  • Starting Basic Pay: 35,400

Allowances: Dearness Allowance (DA) House Rent Allowance (HRA) and other medical and state benefits, as applicable.

Eligibility Criteria

To apply for the SSB Odisha Laboratory Assistant posts you must meet the following requirements:

1. Educational Qualification

  • I would like you to have earned a Bachelor’s Degree with Honours in the practical subject, such as B.Sc Honours in Physics, Chemistry, Botany, Zoology and similar fields from a university that is recognized.
  • Please make sure that candidates have finished their Bachelor’s Degree with Honours no later, than the application closing date, which's 16 November 2026.

2. Odia Language Requirement

  • Candidates must be able to read, write, and speak Odia.
  • You must have successfully completed Middle School or High School (10th) using Odia as a language course or successfully passed a similar language test offered by the BSE Odisha.

3. Age Limit (As of January 1, 2026)

  • Minimum Age: 21 Years

  • Maximum Age: 42 Years (Unreserved)

Age Relaxation:

  • SC / ST / SEBC / Women Candidates: Upper age relaxation of 5 years (up to 47 years).

  • PwBD Candidates (40% or more disability): Upper age relaxation of 10 years (up to 52 years).

Selection Process

The selection process is simple and based on merit.

  • Written Examination: There will be one stage of the written exam. It includes 100 choice questions. The total marks are 150. The duration is 2 hours.
  • Document Verification: Candidates who clear the written examination will be called for document verification. They must bring copies of their educational degrees, mark sheets, caste certificates and identity proof.
The qualifying marks for the written test are 40%, for candidates. For SC, ST, SEBC and PwBD candidates the qualifying marks are 30%.

Application Fee

  • Unreserved (UR) / SEBC Candidates: 500
  • SC / ST / PwBD Candidates: 200

The payment option can be made by either a debit card, a credit card, net banking, or through an online payment system such as UPI.

Step-by-Step Guide: How to Apply Online

  • Locate the job post: select "Apply Online" and choose the advertisement with number 04/2026 (Lab Assistant).
  • Registration: You will need to enter your personal contact information (mobile number and email) so that we can create your registration credentials.
  • Complete Application: You need to complete your personal details, academic results and choose the area of study you wish to pursue.
  • Upload Passport Photo, Signature, B.Sc. Honors Degree Certificate, Mark Sheet, 10th Certificate, and Odia Language Proof Certificates.
  • Pay Application Fee & Submit Your Application: You can pay the application fee through our website. After paying your application fee, review your information one last time, and then press "Submit".
  • Print Confirmation: Please download and keep a PDF copy of the application form you have just completed and submitted.

Important Dates to Remember

  • Notification Release Date: 05 October 2026
  • Online Registration Starts: 12 October 2026 (2:30 PM)
  • Last Date to Apply & Pay Fee: 16 November 2026 (11:45 PM)
  • Written Exam Date: To be notified on the SSB Odisha website.