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:
- ​Written Examination: Often conducted by the OSSC or OSSSC for regular posts.
- ​Career Marking: Calculation of marks from 10th, +2, and Professional Degree (common for contract/NHM posts).
- ​Interview/Skill Test: For technical or data entry roles.
- ​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.
