Important: Only online applications through the official website oredaorissa.com will be accepted. Keep all documents ready in PDF as per specifications before applying.

Key Highlights

Posts & Vacancies

Technician: 35 (UR-17, ST-8, SC-6, SEBC-4 + PWD & Ex-Servicemen reservations)
Junior Assistant: 3 (UR-2, SC-1)

Salary

Technician: Rs. 21,700/- (Level 5, Cell 1) + allowances
Junior Assistant: Rs. 19,900/- (Level 4, Cell 1) + allowances

Application Fee

UR/SEBC: Rs. 500/-
SC/ST/PWD: Rs. 200/-

Selection Process

Technician: Computer Based Test (CBT) + Skill Test + Document Verification
Junior Assistant: Computer Based Test (CBT) + Document Verification

Important Dates

Vacancy Details

Total vacancies are 38, with the following post wise and category wise distribution:

Refer to the official notification PDF for detailed category-wise reservation.

Eligibility Criteria

Educational Qualification

• Technician: HSC or equivalent + ITI certificate in Electrician/Mechanic/IT & ESM trades with minimum 50% marks.
• Junior Assistant: Graduation with minimum 50% marks + PGDCA or equivalent certificate.
• Preference for Commerce/Accountancy grads for Junior Assistant.
• Must have passed Odia language at middle school or equivalent level.

Age Limit (as on 01 July 2025)

• Technician: 18 to 42 years
• Junior Assistant: 21 to 42 years
• Age relaxations apply as per Odisha Govt rules: 5 years for SC/ST/SEBC/Women, 10 years for PWD, etc.

How to Apply

Candidates must apply online only at the official OREDA website using the prescribed format. Follow these steps:

Step 1: Visit Website

Go to https://www.oredaorissa.com to register and fill the application form online.

Step 2: Upload Required Documents

Upload scanned copies of educational certificates, caste certificate (if applicable), PWD certificate (if applicable), photo, and signature as per size specifications.

Step 3: Payment

Pay the applicable application fee online via Debit/Credit Card, Net Banking, or UPI.

Step 4: Submit and Print

Submit the application and take a printout for future reference and document verification.

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Selection Process

Recruitment will be conducted as follows:

Computer Based Test (CBT)

Multiple choice questions for all candidates on aptitude, general knowledge, and post-specific subjects.

Skill Test (Technician)

Practical skill test for Technician post candidates who qualify CBT (ratio 1:3).

Document Verification

Verification of all original certificates for eligible candidates.

Syllabus

Technician CBT Syllabus

• Electrical concepts: DC/AC, Motor/Pumps, Transformer, MCB, Solar panels, Batteries
• General English: Articles, verbs, tenses, etc.
• Odia: Grammar, vocabulary, idioms
• General Knowledge: Indian Constitution, History, Polity, Geography, Sports
• Mathematics & Reasoning: Percentage, Time & Work, Profit & Loss, Series, Coding

Junior Assistant CBT Syllabus

• General English: Grammar and vocabulary topics
• Odia Language: Grammar and comprehension
• General Knowledge: Constitution, Culture, Geography, History, Polity
• Mathematics & Reasoning: Basic arithmetic and reasoning questions

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the last date to apply?
The last date to submit online applications is 31 August 2025.
Is the application fee refundable?
No, the application fee once paid will not be refunded.
How will the selection be done?
By Computer Based Test followed by Skill Test (Technician) and Document Verification for all selected candidates.
Where will the examination be held?
Centers include Bhubaneswar, Cuttack, Berhampur, Balangir, Balasore, Sambalpur, Rourkela, and Jeypore, among others.
What documents are needed to apply?
Caste certificate (if applicable), Educational certificates & mark sheets, Odia language pass certificate, PWD or Ex-Serviceman certificates if applicable, photograph, and signature.