Good News for Aspirants: OSSSC Extends Application Deadline for CRE-2025 (II)

Bhubaneswar, January 28, 2026 — In a significant relief for government job seekers across the state, the Odisha Sub-ordinate Staff Selection Commission (OSSSC) has officially announced an extension of the dateline for the Combined Recruitment Examination-2025 (II) .

This extension provides a crucial opportunity for candidates who may have missed the initial window to register for several uniformed service posts.

Scope of the Recruitment

The commission has extended the deadlines specifically for the recruitment of the following posts under the CRE-2025 (II) drive :

• Forester
• Forest Guard
• Excise Constable

This notice serves as a continuation to the original Advertisement No. 3220/OSSSC, which was initially released on December 30, 2025 .

Revised Schedule: Key Dates to Remember

The Commission has revised the schedule to allow more time for both registration and the final submission of online applications. The new timeline is as follows :

Important Instructions for Candidates

The OSSSC has clarified that while the dates have changed, all other terms and conditions mentioned in the original advertisement remain unaltered.

Candidates are strongly advised to:

1. Visit the Official Website: Access www.osssc.gov.in for all applications .
2. Stay Updated: Visit the website at regular intervals for any further updates or notifications regarding the examination process .

This extension is authorized by the order of the Commission and signed by the Secretary on January 28, 2026 .