OSSC Vital Statistics Assistant Eligibility, Important Dates
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Vital Statistics Assistant is a Group C post in the Health, Intelligence and Vital Statistics section of the Odisha government. OSSC advertised 234 posts in 2023. No newer advertisement shows on the home page in October 2026.
Last checked against the official notification on .
OSSC Vital Statistics Assistant Details
Eligibility Criteria
The 2023 notice wanted a graduate degree with Mathematics or Statistics from a recognised university, with proficiency in computer applications, and an age of 21 to 38 years.
Selection Process
If more than 9,000 people applied, OSSC would hold a preliminary exam and then a main written exam. Those who qualified went on to a computer skill test and certificate verification.
Important Dates
The 2023 notice used 1 January 2023 as the age cut-off date. There are no 2026 dates. Look at the Advertisements page when the next round comes.
Official Links
- ossc.gov.in for notices, results and the Recruitment Calendar
- OSSC login and apply page
Frequently Asked Questions
Who conducts this recruitment?
The Odisha Staff Selection Commission. All notices for the Vital Statistics Assistant post are on ossc.gov.in.
Is there a vacancy open now?
No advertisement for this post was on the OSSC site on 16 October 2026. Check What's New and Advertisements on ossc.gov.in.
How many posts were there last time?
234 posts in 2023, according to the last notice found.
Where do I apply?
Online, through the OSSC login page, when a notice is open. There is no offline form.
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