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The OSC CGL Exam 2024 will be conducted by the Odisha Staff Selection Commission (OSSC) for Group B and C posts under Advt. No. 1249/OSSC. The OSSC Combined Graduate Level Recruitment Examination 2024 has been scheduled for 20th October 2024. The OSSC CGL admit card 2024 for the Prelims exam has been also available for download on the official website at www.ossc.gov.in. Check the exam schedule, selection stages, cut off, and other details in this article.
OSSC CGL Notification 2024
The OSSC CGLRE-2024 has been initiated by the Odisha Staff Selection Commission (OSSC) to fill 586 vacancies for Group B and C services which includes posts like Auditor, Assistant, Inspector of Endowments & Co-operative Societies and for Group C services for the post of Junior Assistant. The notification PDF contains all the details related to OSSC CGL 2024 such as Application Dates, Salary, Exam Pattern, Vacancy, Job Profile, Duties, etc. You can download the OSSC CGL Notification PDF 2024 below.
OSSC CGL Notification 2024 PDF – Click To Download
OSSC CGLRE 2024 Exam- Highlights
The Odisha Staff Selection Commission (OSSC) is conducting the Combined Graduate Level Recruitment Examination-2024 (CGLRE) to select eligible candidates for various Group B and C posts and the selection will be done through Prelims, Mains, and Certificate Verification. Check the overview in the table below.
| OSSC CGL Recruitment 2024 | |
| Organization | Odisha Staff Selection Commission (OSSC) |
| Post Name | Group B and C (Advt. No. 1249/OSSC) |
| Vacancy | 586 |
| Category | Govt Jobs |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Selection Process | Prelims, Mains, Certificate Verification |
| OSSC Official website | www.ossc.gov.in |
OSSC CGL 2024 Question Paper
The Odisha Staff Selection Commission (OSSC) has successfully held the OSSC CGL Exam 2024 in offline mode. To check their answers, candidates can download the OSSC CGL Question Paper 2024 from this article. A direct link to download the OSSC CGL Question Paper 2024 PDF is provided below for easy access. By reviewing the question paper, candidates can cross-check their responses and get an idea of their potential scores. Stay updated for the official answer key, which will be released soon by OSSC on their official website.
OSSC CGL 2024 Answer Key
The OSSC CGL Answer Key 2024 will be a crucial resource for candidates who appeared in the OSSC Combined Graduate Level (CGL) Exam. It will contain the correct answers to all the questions asked in the exam, allowing candidates to cross-check their responses. The OSSC will release the CGL Answer Key 2024 on its official website, and candidates will have the opportunity to raise objections if they find any discrepancies. All Candidates who want to check the OSSC CGL Answer key 2024 can click on the link which is given below
OSSC CGL 2024: Important Dates
OSSC has notified the tentative exam months for the Prelims and Mains Exam. The OSSC CGL Prelims Exam 2024 (Advt. No. 1249/OSSC) will be held on 20th October 2024 and the Mains will be conducted in December 2024. OSSC will announce the exam dates for respective exam stages on its official website @ossc.gov.in.
| OSSC CGL Exam Schedule 2024 |
|
| Events | Dates |
| Advt. No. (1249/OSSC) | |
| Notification Release | March 15, 2024 |
| Online Registration Starts | 5th April 2024-2nd May 2024 |
| Correction Form window | 5th to 17th May 2024 |
| OSSC CGL Admit Card 2024 | 14th October 2024 |
| Prelims Exam Date | 20th October 2024 |
| OSSC CGL Mains Admit Card 2024 | November/December 2024 |
| OSSC CGl Mains Exam Date 2024 | December 2024 |
OSSC CGLRE Vacancy 2024
586 vacancies for the OSSC CGL 2024 have been released for various Group B and C posts. Candidates can check the details of the Odisha CGL Vacancy in the snippet shared below. This is a golden opportunity for candidates who are looking for a government job in the state of Odisha.
| OSSC CGL Vacancy 2024 | |||||
| Post Name | UR | SEBC | SC | ST | Total |
| Inspector of Endowments | 17 | — | 01 | 03 | 21 |
| Assistant CT and GST Officer | 22 | 12 | 12 | 15 | 61 |
| Auditor | 02 | — | — | 01 | 03 |
| Auditor | 03 | 01 | 01 | 01 | 06 |
| Inspector of Cooperative Societies | 12 | — | 02 | 01 | 15 |
| Junior Assistant (HOD) | 04 | 01 | 01 | 02 | 08 |
| Junior Assistant | 02 | — | — | 01 | 03 |
| Junior Assistant (Department of Water Resources) | 200 | 52 | 87 | 130 | 469 |
| Total | 262 | 66 | 104 | 154 | 586 |
OSSC CGL 2024 Application Process
The portal to apply and fill out the Online application form for OSSC CGL 2024 was conducted on the official website of OSSC @ossc.gov.in. Applying for the post is essential and those who filled and submitted the form successfully will now appear for the Prelims exam.
Steps to Apply for the OSSC CGL 2024
Here is a step to step instructions to apply for the OSSC CGL Recruitment 2024:
- You can start your application process with the Odisha Staff Selection Commission (OSSC) by visiting their official website at www.ossc.gov.in.
- On the homepage, find and click on the “Apply Online” button.
- If you’re a new user, click on “New User” to generate a user ID and password.
- Then, log in using your registration ID and password. Make sure to thoroughly read all the instructions before proceeding with the application.
- Fill in all the necessary details accurately and upload documents.
- Finally, submit your online application form before the deadline.
OSSC CGL 2024 Application Fee
Candidates must note that there is no application fee required for submitting the application form.
OSSC CGL 2024 Eligibility Criteria
The OSSC CGL Eligibility Criteria is one of the most important aspects of the exam. Candidates must fulfil the OSSC CGL 2024 Eligibility Criteria before they proceed with the applications. Check the details of the OSSC CGL Eligibility Criteria in the table below.
| Criteria | Details |
|---|---|
| Education Qualification | Candidates must have completed their graduation from a recognized university. They should also possess basic computer knowledge, including proficiency in using computer internet, e-mail, word processing, data analysis, and presentation. |
| Age Limit | Candidates applying for OSSC CGL Recruitment 2024 should be in the age group of 21 to 38 years as of 01/04/2024. |
OSSC CGL 2024 Selection Process
The OSSC CGL Selection process involves the following 3 stages:
- Prelims: This is the first stage of examination and those who applied will be able to sit for the exam. There shall be 150 questions of 1 mark each and the level of the questions is 10th standard based.
- Mains: Those who qualify for the Prelims Exam, will be able to appear for the OSSC CGL Mains Exam which consists of 2 papers of 100 each.
- Certificate Verification: Candidates will be called for Document Verification to check and verify their identity.
OSSC CGL 2024 Exam Pattern
The OSSC CGL Exam Pattern 2024 has been discussed here for both the Prelims and Mains Exam.
OSSC CGL Prelims Exam Pattern
In the exam, there will be 150 Multiple-choice questions which carry 1 mark each. Also, there is a negative marking of 1/4th mark (if there are 4 options) for each wrong answer marked by the candidate. The exam consists of 5 sections such as:
- Arithmetic and Numerical Ability
- Data Interpretation
- Reasoning Ability
- Current Events
- Computer Awareness
Check the subject-wise question and marks distribution given in the table below. The duration of the exam is 150 minutes. The level of the questions will be 10th standard level.
| Subjects | No. of Questions | Marks |
|---|---|---|
| Arithmetic & Numerical Ability | 45 | 45 |
| Data Interpretationtoss | 30 | 30 |
| Reasoning Ability | 36 | 36 |
| Current Events | 18 | 18 |
| Computer Awareness | 21 | 21 |
| Total | 150 | 150 |
OSSC CGL Mains Exam Pattern
The OSSC CGL Mains Exam consists of two papers. Both Paper 1 and Paper 2 include questions in multiple-choice and short-answer formats. Each paper is worth 100 marks and has a duration of 2.5 hours. Additionally, following the Mains Exam, there will be a separate Maths Exam specifically for the post of Auditor.
| Paper | Subjects | Marks | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| Paper-I: | Language (Odia and English) | 100 Marks | 2.5 Hours |
| Paper-II: | General Studies | 100 Marks | 2.5 Hours |
| Total | 200 Marks |
OSSC CGL Syllabus
The OSSC CGL Syllabus 2024 for both Prelims and Mains Exam is discussed here. Candidates are advised to go through the detailed syllabus given in the official notification. It is important to understand the exam pattern and syllabus to gain an idea about what type of questions will be asked in the exam. The questions asked in the exam are 10th standard level, so candidates are required to prepare accordingly.
OSSC CGL Syllabus for Prelims
- Arithmetic – 10th Standard
- DI (Chart, Graph, Table, Data Sufficiency, etc.)- 10th Standard
- Logical Reasoning and Mental Ability
- Current Affairs
- Computer Awareness
OSSC CGL Syllabus for Mains
Paper 1: Language (Odia and English)
- Odia language Comprehension- 10th Standard
- English language Comprehension- 12th Standard
- Preci Writing (Odia and English)
- Usage and Vocabulary
- Translation from Odia to English and vice versa
Paper 2: General Studies (12th Standard)
- Indian Constitution
- Indian Economy
- Odisha History and Economy
- Geography
- History
- Environment and Climate Change
- Art and Culture
OSSC CGL Cut Off
The OSSC CGL Cut off is the minimum marks that the candidate must secure to qualify the Prelims and Mains exam. The OSSC CGL Cut off marks may vary according to the post and category of the candidates. In the table given below, we have shared the cut off range for all categories and posts.
| OSSC CGL Cut Off 2024 | |
| Category | Cut Off Marks |
| UR | 100-120 |
| SEBC | 50-100 |
| SC | 30-96 |
| ST | 22-75 |
| PwD | 16-46 |
OSSC CGL 2024 Salary
For the posts under OSSC CGL, candidates selected as Inspector of Cooperative Societies/Auditor/Inspector of Endowments/Assistant CT & GST Officer will get a salary of Inspector of Cooperative Societies/Auditor/Inspector of Endowments/Assistant CT & GST Officer as per Pay level 9 of ORSP, 2017.
Candidates selected as Junior Assistant HOD/Junior Assistant (District Offices under Department of Water Resources) will be given a salary of Rs. 19,900 to Rs. 63,200/- as per Pay Level 4 of ORSP, 2017.
| Posts/Services | Pay Levels | Salaries |
|---|---|---|
| Inspector of Cooperative Societies/Auditor/Inspector of Endowments/Assistant CT & GST Officer | Pay level 9 of ORSP, 2017 | Rs. 35,400 to Rs. 1,12,000/- |
| Junior Assistant HOD/Junior Assistant (District Offices under Department of Water Resources) | Pay Level 4 of ORSP, 2017 | Rs. 19,900 to Rs. 63,200/- |
OSSC CGL 2024 Answer Key
The Odisha Staff Selection Commission (OSSC) will release the OSSC CGL Answer Key for Prelims and Mains Exam after the exams have been conducted and candidates will be able to check and assess their performance before the results are announced. It will be available on the official website of OSSC and candidates will be given an option to raise objection against the answer key if there is any discrepancy. We will share the direct link to download the set-wise answer key PDF here.
OSSC CGL Preparation Tips
Here, some important tips that the candidate must follow in order to pass the OSSC CGLRE Examination 2024.
- First and foremost go through the OSSC CGL Syllabus for both Prelims and Mains Exam and distribute the time accordingly.
- Then start with analyzing the OSSC CGL Previous Year Question papers and understand the type of questions that are asked in the exam.
- Now, practice all the topics and revised on regular intervals.
- Solve some mock tests to assess your preparation.
- After giving tests, solve all the questions without any miss.
- Stay updated with the current events.
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