OSSC SCEW Recruitment 2024 for 324 Posts, Apply Online Link

OSSC SCEW Notification 2024 PDF as Advt. No. 4603/OSSC on 18 November 2024. New users at OSSC should complete new user registration and fill application form for OSSC SCEW Recruitment 2024 by 29 December 2024. Check the detailed advertisement for the Combined Higher Secondary (10+2) Level or Equivalent Recruitment Examination for Specialist Posts/Services-2024 II (SCEW Group C) to know eligibility, last date, age limit, how to apply, selection process, and other details.

OSSC SCEW Recruitment 2024

The Odisha Staff Selection Commission (OSSC) releases a notification pdf of OSSC SCEW Recruitment 2024 for the post of Soil Conservation Extension Worker (SCEW) under the Department of Agriculture and Farmer’s Empowerment. A total of 324 vacancies are available, including 109 posts reserved for women. Eligible candidates must have completed their 10+2 (12th) education with a focus on science or vocational course in an agriculture-related subject. The age limit for applicants is between 21 to 38 years. The selection process consists of a Preliminary Examination, Mains Examination, and Certificate Verification. The OSSC SCEW Salary ranges from Rs. 21,700 to Rs. 69,100. The online application process will start on 27th November 2024 and end on 29th December 2024.

www.ossc.gov.in SCEW Notification 2024 PDF

OSSC SCEW Eligibility Criteria 2024

• Educational Qualification – Candidates must have completed 10+2 (12th) level with a focus on Science, or have completed a Vocational Course in Agriculture or a related subject from a recognized board, council, or institution. Acceptable courses include those in Crop Production (CP), Horticulture, or Repair and Maintenance of Power Drive Farm Machinery (PDFM)
• Age Limit –  The age of applicants is between 21 to 38 years as of the notification date. However, age relaxation is provided for certain categories that are as follows.
  • 5 years of relaxation for candidates belonging to Socially and Educationally Backward Classes (SEBC), Scheduled Caste (SC), Scheduled Tribe (ST), and all category women.
  • 10 years of age relaxation for Persons with Disabilities (PwD) and Ex-Servicemen.

OSSC Soil Conservation Extension Worker Vacancy 2024

Special reservation of vacancies is also done by the Department of Agriculture and Farmer Empowerment. For women 109 seats, Person with Disabilities (PwD) gets 13 seats, Ex Service Man (Ex-SM) has 10 seats reserve, and sports person gets 3 seats. In this way, a special reservation for OSSC SCEW Vacancy is given.

OSSC SCEW Recruitment 2024 Last Date to Apply Online

• Notification PDF Release Date is 18 November 2024
• Registration & Application Starting Date is 27 November 2024
• Last Date for Registration is 26 December 2024
• Last Date to Fill Application is 29 December 2024
• Editing & Correction Window will open from 27 November 2024 to 1 January 2025

Note – The mode of the application is online, OSSC does not accept hard or print copies of the application for Soil Conservation Extension Worker (SCEW) Vacancy 2024.

How to Fill OSSC SCEW Application Form 2024?

To apply for the OSSC Soil Conservation Extension Worker Recruitment 2024, follow the step-by-step instructions below.

• Start by going to the official OSSC website: www.ossc.gov.in.
• On the homepage, locate the “Candidate Corner” box and click on “New Application”.
• Under the “New Application” section, click on the link labelled “Detailed Advertisement for Combined Higher Secondary (10+2) Level or Equivalent Recruitment Examination for Specialist Posts/Services-2024 II under the Department of Agriculture and Farmer’s Empowerment, Government of Odisha. Advt. No. 4603/OSSC dated 18.11.2024” to view all the important details regarding the vacancy.
• Carefully read through the eligibility requirements and other relevant details. Once satisfied, click the “Apply Online” link.
• If this is your first time applying through OSSC, click on the “New User” link to create an account.
• After clicking the “New User” link, an Instruction Page will appear. Carefully read through all the instructions and then click the “Proceed to Registration” button.
• A popup window will appear after you proceed. Click “OK” to continue. Fill out the registration profile by uploading the required documents such as your Signature and thumb Impression, and creating a Password.
• After filling in the necessary information, click the “Final Submit” button to complete the registration process.
• Now, proceed to fill out the application form with accurate academic and personal details. Once completed, click the “Confirm” button to continue.
• To proceed with the application, click the “Pay Online” link and complete the payment of the examination fee through the online payment gateway.
• Once your payment is successfully processed, click on the “Apply Now” button. Then, click Submit to finalize your application.
• Finally, save the Application PDF for future reference and keep a copy for your records.

OSSC SCEW Selection Process 2024

The selection process for the Soil Conservation Extension Worker (SCEW) position in OSSC Recruitment 2024 is a structured three-stage procedure designed to assess candidates’ knowledge, skills, and eligibility. The process includes Preliminary Examination, Mains Examination, and Certificate Verification. Check details exam information from below.

• Preliminary Examination (Stage 1) 
  • Examination Type – Single Paper
  • Total Marks – 150
  • Question Format – Multiple-choice questions (MCQs)
  • Subjects Covered – Arithmetic (10th standard level), Data Interpretation (charts, graphs, tables, data sufficiency), Logical Reasoning and Analytical Ability, General Mental Ability, and Current Affairs (National and International)
  • Negative Marking –  0.25 marks for each incorrect answer

Candidates shortlisted approximately 5 times the number of vacancies (category-wise and post-wise) for the next stage, the Main Written Examination. The Commission may set different minimum qualifying marks for various categories.

• Main Written Examination (Stage 2)
  • Examination Type: Technical Paper
  • Total Marks: 200
  • Subject-Specific: Candidates will be tested on subject-specific topics as per the post’s prescribed qualifications.

Approximately 2 times the number of vacancies, the candidates are shortlisted for this stage, based on category and post.

• Certificate Verification (Stage 3)
  • Candidates who successfully pass the Main Written Examination will be called for document verification.

Note – Failure to attend the certificate verification will result in disqualification from the recruitment process.

OSSC SCEW Salary 2024

The Soil Conservation Extension Worker (SCEW) position under the OSSC Recruitment 2024 offers an attractive salary structure as per the 7th Pay Commission. The selected candidates will entitle to a monthly salary of Rs. 21,700, with a pay scale of Level 5. The salary range extends from Rs. 21,700 to Rs. 69,100 per month, applicable during the initial contractual period (for one year). This compensation follows the guidelines of the Odisha Group C & D (Contractual Appointment) pay scale, ensuring competitive remuneration for the role.