OSSSC Nursing Officer Recruitment 2026 – Apply Online for 5,989 Group-C Posts (Advt No. IPE-54/2026-1962/OSSSC)
Odisha Sub-Ordinate Staff Selection Commission (OSSSC)
📍 Odisha
Application Started
13 July 2026
Age
18-40 Years
Min Qualification
12th
Location
Gujarat
If you have been dreaming of a stable, meaningful career serving the community in Gujarat, this is your moment. The Gujarat Panchayat Service Selection Board (GPSSB) has announced a massive recruitment drive for the position of Female Health Worker (Class-3). This is not just a job; it is a chance to become a vital pillar of the rural healthcare system, ensuring the well-being of women and children across the state. With 1948 vacancies available, the scale of this opportunity is truly unprecedented for female candidates seeking government security and long-term professional growth.
Working under the Panchayat Department provides a level of career stability that is rare in today’s volatile job market. As a Female Health Worker, you will enjoy the prestige of being a government employee while performing a role that has a profound social impact. Whether you are from a bustling city or a small tier-3 town in Punjab or Gujarat, this path offers a clear trajectory for advancement and a lucrative future within the public health sector of Gujarat.
HSC Pass: You must have cleared the 12th standard from a recognized board.
Professional Training: You must have completed the Female Health Worker's Basic Training Course OR the Auxiliary Nurse Midwife (ANM) Course recognized by the government and be registered with the Nursing Council.
Computer Knowledge: Basic knowledge of computer applications is mandatory.
Language: Proficiency in Gujarati, Hindi, or both is required.
Category | Application Fee |
General (Unreserved) | ₹100 + Service Charges |
SC / ST / SEBC / EWS | Nil (Exempted) |
Ex-Servicemen / PwD | Nil (Exempted) |
Note: If a General category candidate fails to pay the fee online by the deadline, they can pay a Process Fee of ₹500 in person at the GPSSB office between May 21 and May 25, 2026, to validate their application.
The role of a Female Health Worker (FHW) is the heartbeat of grassroots healthcare. You are the primary link between the government’s medical initiatives and the families living in rural blocks. Your day-to-day responsibilities involve a mix of field visits and administrative reporting at Health Sub-Centers. You will be responsible for conducting immunization drives for newborns, providing prenatal and postnatal care to mothers, and educating the community on family planning and nutrition. The impact you make is life-saving; by ensuring a child gets vaccinated or a mother receives proper care, you are literally shaping the healthy future of the nation. It is a role of high responsibility that requires empathy, resilience, and a deep commitment to public service.
Best For:
Candidates who possess an empathetic nature and enjoy interacting with people.
Those who want a stable government desk-and-field job with fixed working hours.
Individuals with a background in Nursing or Auxiliary Midwifery who wish to work in their home districts or nearby rural areas.
Not Ideal For:
People who prefer a purely corporate, high-stress office environment.
Those who are unwilling to travel to rural blocks or health centers for community outreach.
Minimum: 18 Years.
Maximum: 40 Years.
Relaxations: Up to 5 years for General female candidates and 10 years for Reserved category females. However, the maximum age with all relaxations cannot exceed 45 years.
For the first five years, selected candidates will be appointed on a fixed-pay contract basis. This is a standard procedure for many Gujarat government roles before regularizing the service.
Monthly Fixed Salary: ₹26,000/- per month.
Post-Five Years: Upon satisfactory completion of the contract, you will be placed in the regular 7th Pay Commission pay scale with all applicable benefits.
Perks: During the contract, you are eligible for the benefits defined in government resolutions. After regularization, you will receive Dearness Allowance (DA), House Rent Allowance (HRA), and benefit from the National Pension System (NPS) and medical facilities.
The vacancies are distributed across 33 districts and the Vav-Tharad region. Key highlights include:
General: 549
SEBC: 686
SC: 224
ST: 301
EWS: 188
Ex-Servicemen (Reserved): 170
PwD (Reserved): 81
Recent Passport Size Photograph (Max 15 kb, JPG format).
Scanned Signature (Max 15 kb, JPG format).
10th & 12th Marksheets and Certificates.
FHW/ANM Professional Training Certificates and Nursing Council Registration.
Caste Certificate (for SC/ST/SEBC/EWS).
Non-Creamy Layer Certificate (for SEBC, issued between April 1, 2024, and May 20, 2026).
Computer Course Certificate (if applicable).
Identity Proof (Aadhar Card/Voter ID).
Click on the Apply Online button.
Click on "Apply" and select the advertisement for GPSSB Female Health Worker (08/2026-27).
Use the One-Time Registration (OTR) to save time, or fill in all personal, educational, and contact details manually.
Upload Quality Images: Ensure your photo and signature are clear and under 15 kb. A blurry photo is the #1 reason for application rejection.
Confirm Your Application: After saving, click "Confirm Application". Remember, once confirmed, you cannot edit any details like name, category, or date of birth.
Pay the Fee: General category candidates must complete the online payment via SBI e-pay to receive their confirmation number.
The selection is based on a Competitive Examination (CBRT or OMR-based).
General Awareness & GK: 35 Marks
Gujarati Grammar: 20 Marks
English Language & Grammar: 20 Marks
Maths, Reasoning & Data Interpretation: 25 Marks
Technical/Job-Related Knowledge: 100 Marks
Expert Strategy: Since 50% of the marks (100 out of 200) come from your technical FHW/ANM knowledge, prioritize your professional textbooks first. For the remaining section, practice basic Gujarati and English grammar daily. Since there is a negative marking of -0.25, accuracy is more important than speed; do not guess blindly.
Q1: Can male candidates apply for this post?
Ans: No, this recruitment is strictly for female candidates only.
Q2: Is there a negative marking in the exam?
Ans: Yes, for every wrong answer, 0.25 marks will be deducted from your total score.
Q3: Can I apply if I am currently in the final year of my ANM course?
Ans: No, you must have passed the required qualification by the last date of application (May 20, 2026).
Q4: What is the minimum qualifying score?
Ans: The Board will decide the cutoff, but it will not be less than 40% for any category.
Q5: What happens if I upload a blurry photo?
Ans: Your application may be rejected if your identity cannot be established from the photo.
Q6: I am an SEBC candidate; which Non-Creamy Layer (NCL) certificate do I need?
Ans: You need the Appendix-4 (Gujarati) certificate issued between April 1, 2024, and May 20, 2026.
Q7: Is computer knowledge mandatory at the time of application?
Ans: You must possess basic knowledge, evidenced by a certificate or having the subject in 10th/12th.
Q8: Can candidates from other states apply?
Ans: While the portal is open, preference and reservation benefits are typically for residents of Gujarat.
Q9: Will there be an interview after the written test?
Ans: No, selection is based on the merit of the competitive exam followed by document verification.
Q10: What is the duration of the exam?
Ans: The total duration for the 200-mark paper is 3 hours (180 minutes).