Odisha Govt Approves 72 New Posts for OUSSSC to Boost Recruitment Efficiency
In a major administrative move, the Government of Odisha has approved the creation of 72 new posts for the Odisha Uniformed Services Staff Selection Commission.
The decision, sanctioned by the Governor, aims to strengthen recruitment processes and improve operational efficiency within the Commission.
Why This Decision Matters
The OUSSSC plays a crucial role in recruiting personnel for Odisha’s uniformed services. With increasing recruitment demands, the creation of additional posts is expected to:
- Speed up hiring processes
- Improve transparency
- Enhance administrative efficiency
- Reduce delays in recruitment cycles
Breakdown of Newly Approved Posts
The 72 posts span across administrative, technical, and support roles under the ORSP Rules 2017.
Top-Level Administrative Posts
- Secretary – 1
- Additional Secretary – 1
- Joint Secretary – 2
- Deputy Secretary – 3
- Under Secretary – 3
Mid-Level & Officer Roles
- Accounts Officer – 1
- Desk Officer – 4
- Section Officer – 8
- Assistant Section Officer – 16
Technical & Support Roles
- Senior Programmer – 1
- Programmer – 2
- Senior Executive Assistant – 2
- Junior Executive Assistant – 2
- Receptionist – 1
Other Key Positions
- Private Secretary – 1
- Personal Assistant – 1
- Driver – 1
- Peon – 20
Implementation & Recruitment Plan
The government has directed all departments to:
- Fill the posts at the earliest
- Use deputation or outsourcing temporarily where required
- Ensure smooth functioning until permanent recruitment is completed
The Finance Department has already approved the required budget, ensuring no delays in implementation.
Impact on Job Seekers
This move is expected to create new employment opportunities and improve the efficiency of future recruitment drives conducted by the Odisha Uniformed Services Staff Selection Commission.
