District Headquarters Hospitals (DHH) and Chief District Medical Officer (CDMO) offices across Odisha frequently release notifications to fill vacancies for medical, paramedical, and administrative staff.

​1. Key Vacancies Typically Offered

​Recruitments usually cover the following categories:

• ​Medical Officers: Assistant Surgeons, Specialists (Pediatrics, O&G, Medicine).
• ​Staff Nurses: Nursing Officers (Group C).
• ​Paramedical Staff: Pharmacists, Lab Technicians, Radiographers.
• ​Support Staff: Data Entry Operators (DEO), Ward Attendants, and ANMs.

​2. Eligibility Criteria

• ​Educational Qualification: * Nurses: GNM or B.Sc Nursing from an INC-recognized institute.
  • ​Pharmacists/Lab Tech: Diploma or Degree in Pharmacy/Medical Lab Technology (DMLT).
  • ​Doctors: MBBS with valid registration under Odisha Medical Council.
• ​Age Limit: Usually 21 to 38 years (Age relaxation applies for SC/ST/SEBC/Women/PwD candidates as per Odisha Govt. rules).
• ​Language Proficiency: Ability to read, write, and speak Odia is mandatory (usually required to have passed Middle School or Matric with Odia).

​3. Selection Process

​Depending on the post, the selection follows these steps:

1. ​Written Examination: Often conducted by the OSSC or OSSSC for regular posts.
2. ​Career Marking: Calculation of marks from 10th, +2, and Professional Degree (common for contract/NHM posts).
3. ​Interview/Skill Test: For technical or data entry roles.
4. ​Document Verification: Validation of certificates and Odisha Council registrations.

​4. How to Apply

​Based on the notification type, the application method will be:

• ​Online: Via the official district website (e.g., https://districtoname.nic.in) or the OSSSC portal.
• ​Offline/Registered Post: Sending the application form along with self-attested documents to the CDMO office of the respective district.
• ​Walk-in-Interview: Direct appearance at the venue on a scheduled date for emergency or short-term contractual roles.

​5. Important Documents Required

• ​Recent Passport size photographs.
• ​HSC (10th) and +2 Certificates.
• ​Professional Qualification Certificates (Nursing/B.Pharm/MBBS).
• ​Valid Registration Certificate from the respective Odisha State Council.
• ​Caste Certificate and Resident Certificate.