Age
21-42 Years
Min Qualification
Graduation
Location
Odisha
If you have been waiting for a stable, respected, and intellectually stimulating career in the academic sector, the State Selection Board (SSB), Odisha, has just opened a massive door for you. This latest recruitment drive aims to fill 225 Librarian posts (Group B, Level 9) in various Non-Government Aided Colleges across the state. It is not just a job; it is a chance to become the backbone of higher education institutions in Odisha, managing the repositories of knowledge that shape the next generation of scholars.
Working within the Department of Higher Education, selected candidates will enjoy the prestige of a government-backed role combined with the long-term career security that comes with a Level 9 pay scale. For residents of Odisha who have specialized in Library Science, this represents one of the most lucrative and significant hiring cycles in recent years. The recruitment process is designed to be transparent and merit-based, ensuring that the most dedicated bibliophiles and information managers find their place in the state's academic landscape.
You must possess a Bachelor’s Degree in Library Science (B.Lib.Sc) or an equivalent degree from a recognized institution. If your degree is from a university outside Odisha, you must provide an equivalence certificate from a recognized Odisha authority.
SC / ST / PwD Candidates: ₹200 (Non-refundable).
All Other Categories (General/SEBC): ₹500 (Non-refundable).
Mode of Payment: Online via the designated payment gateway at the time of submission.
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Q1: Is there an interview for this post?
Ans: No, the selection is strictly based on the Written Test results.
Q2: What is the minimum qualifying mark?
Ans: It is 40% for Unreserved candidates and 30% for SC/ST/SEBC and PwD categories.
Q3: Can I apply if I live outside Odisha?
Ans: No, you must be a domicile of Odisha and be able to speak, read, and write Odia.
Q4: Is there negative marking in the exam?
Ans: Yes, 0.5 marks will be deducted for every incorrect answer.
Q5: What happens in case of a tie in marks?
Ans: The aggregate percentage from your Graduation will be the first tie-breaker, followed by your date of birth (older candidate gets preference).
Q6: Can I edit my application after submission?
Ans: No, there is no edit option after final submission, so verify every detail twice.
Q7: Where will the exam be held?
Ans: The zones are Balasore, Berhampur, Bhubaneswar, Jeypore, and Sambalpur.
Q8: What if I don't have an Odia pass certificate?
Ans: You must have passed Odia as a subject in HSC or an equivalent Middle School standard test to be eligible.
Q9: Do I need to send a hard copy of the application now?
Ans: No, only shortlisted candidates will be asked to submit the hard copy during verification.
Q10: Is this a pensionable job?
Ans: It is covered under the Contributory Pension Scheme (NPS), not the old 1992 pension rules.