Diploma Government Jobs in Odisha 2026
Diploma (Polytechnic) holders in Odisha can target OSSC Junior Engineer, PSU Diploma Trainee posts at NALCO/NTPC/SAIL, OHPC technical staff, OMC mine foreman, and Railway Technician posts — a qualification with strong government employment outcomes in 2026.
| Job Title | Last Date | Action |
|---|---|---|
| Odisha Uniformed Services Staff Selection Commission Combined Uniformed Services Recruitment 2026 for 7,268 Posts | 13 Nov 2026 | Apply Now |
| Nilachal Seva Pratisthan Recruitment 2026 – Apply Offline for 8 Housemother, Cook & Other Posts | 03 Nov 2026 | Apply Now |
| Odisha Coal and Power (OCPL) Recruitment 2026 for 14 Manager, Medical Officer & Other Posts | 14 Nov 2026 | Apply Now |
| National Institute of Technology Rourkela Field Assistant Recruitment 2026 for 2 Posts | 29 Oct 2026 | Apply Now |
| NIT Rourkela Junior Research Fellow, Project Manager and Field Assistant Recruitment 2026 (5 Posts) | 29 Oct 2026 | Apply Now |
| AIIMS Bhubaneswar Recruitment 2026 for Project Research Scientist-II & PTS-II (3 Posts) | 23 Oct 2026 | Apply Now |
| BBMCH Balangir Laboratory Technician Recruitment 2026 – 1 Post | 28 Oct 2026 | Apply Now |
| DRDO ITR Apprentice Recruitment 2026 for 54 Graduate & Technician Posts | 02 Nov 2026 | Apply Now |
| Central Silk Board Sericulture Assistant Recruitment 2026 for 15 Posts | 06 Nov 2026 | Apply Now |
| AIIMS Bhubaneswar Project Technical Support Recruitment 2026 for 2 Posts | 05 Oct 2026 | Apply Now |
| ITI Dhenkanal Guest Instructor Recruitment 2026 for Solar Technician Electrical Post | 30 Sep 2026 | Apply Now |
| AIIMS Bhubaneswar Project Research Scientist & Technical Support Recruitment 2026 for 3 Posts | 30 Sep 2026 | Apply Now |
| Govt Vocational Higher Secondary School GVHSS Tihidi Guest Faculty Recruitment 2026 | 28 Sep 2026 | Apply Now |
| BRIC Institute of Life Sciences Project Scientist, SRF & Technician Recruitment 2026 for 3 Posts | 05 Oct 2026 | Apply Now |
| Subarnapur District Yoga Teacher Recruitment 2026 for 13 Posts | 30 Sep 2026 | Apply Now |
| RRB Paramedical Recruitment 2026 CEN 05/2026 for 590 Posts | 14 Oct 2026 | Apply Now |
| SVNIRTAR General Duty Medical Officer (GDMO) (Consultant) Recruitment 2026 | 30 Sep 2026 | Apply Now |
| Subarnapur District Yoga Teacher Recruitment 2026 | 30 Sep 2026 | Apply Now |
| ESIC Hospital Angul Senior Resident Recruitment 2026 (12 Posts) | 06 Oct 2026 | Apply Now |
| Indian Coast Guard Foreman of Stores Recruitment 2026 | 03 Nov 2026 | Apply Now |
| Job Title | Last Date | Action |
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| NALCO Executive Director Recruitment 2026 for 2 Posts | 21 Oct 2026 | Apply Now |
| Central Silk Board Various Posts on Deputation Recruitment 2026 for 17 Vacancies | 11 Nov 2026 | Apply Now |
| Steel Authority of India Limited (SAIL) Specialist & GDMO Recruitment 2026 for 12 Posts | 10 Nov 2026 | Apply Now |
| Central Silk Board Sericulture Assistant Recruitment 2026 for 15 Posts | 06 Nov 2026 | Apply Now |
| Spices Board Trainee (Development) Recruitment 2026 for 21 Posts | 19 Oct 2026 | Apply Now |
| RRB Paramedical Recruitment 2026 CEN 05/2026 for 590 Posts | 14 Oct 2026 | Apply Now |
| Indian Coast Guard Foreman of Stores Recruitment 2026 | 03 Nov 2026 | Apply Now |
| Engineering Projects (India) Limited Manager Recruitment 2026 (12 Posts) | 29 Sep 2026 | Apply Now |
| Software Technology Parks of India (STPI) Apprentice Trainee Recruitment 2026 | 30 Sep 2026 | Apply Now |
| Central Silk Board (CSB) Various Posts on Deputation Recruitment 2026 | 09 Oct 2026 | Apply Now |
Diploma Government Jobs 2026 — Complete Guide
Searching for diploma government jobs Odisha 2026? You're in the right place. This page tracks every official Odisha government recruitment notification relevant to Diploma candidates — updated daily, completely free. ଓଡ଼ିଶା ସରକାରୀ ଚାକିରି 2026.
Top Government Departments Hiring Diploma Candidates
- OSSC — Junior Engineer (Civil/Electrical/Mechanical)
- NALCO / NTPC / SAIL — Diploma Trainee
- OHPC (Odisha Hydro Power Corporation)
- OPTCL / GEDCOL
- OMC — Mine Foreman / Overman
- East Coast Railway — Technician / JE
Types of Government Jobs for Diploma Holders
- OSSC Junior Engineer — State Govt Civil/Electrical/Mechanical
- Diploma Engineer Trainee (DET) — PSU via GATE/company exam
- OHPC / OPTCL Technical Staff
- OMC Mine Foreman / Shift Boss
- Railway Junior Engineer (JE) — RRB
- OSSSC Technician / Lab Technician
How to Apply for Diploma Government Jobs in Odisha 2026
- Find the notification: Bookmark odisha.indgovtjobs.net and check this page daily. Official notifications are posted on department websites as soon as they go live.
- Read the full notification: Check eligibility (age, exact qualification, category) before filling the form.
- Arrange your documents: Qualification certificates, caste certificate (if applicable), domicile proof, and a recent passport photo are needed for most posts.
- Apply online or offline: Many Odisha state posts use the Odisha e-Governance / odishaemployment.nic.in portal. Some posts still accept offline applications — the notification will specify.
- Track your application: Save your application number and check the official website for hall ticket release dates and exam schedule updates.
Frequently Asked Questions — Diploma Govt Jobs Odisha 2026
What is the OSSC Junior Engineer exam for diploma holders in Odisha?
OSSC Junior Engineer (Civil/Electrical/Mechanical) recruits for state departments including Works, Irrigation, RWSS, and Rural Development. Eligibility: Diploma or B.Tech in the relevant discipline, age 21-32 years. Written test covers technical theory and General Knowledge. Pay at Level 7 (₹44,900). Apply at ossc.gov.in when notified — previous cycles covered 200-400 posts per discipline.
How do diploma engineers apply for PSU Diploma Trainee posts in Odisha?
NALCO, NTPC, and SAIL publish Diploma Engineer Trainee (DET) notifications on their career portals. Some PSUs use GATE Diploma scores (GATE 2026 now has a diploma pathway) for shortlisting; others conduct their own written test. Disciplines in demand: Electrical, Mechanical, Instrumentation, and Civil. Stipend during training: ₹20,000-25,000. After training, conversion to permanent role is norm-based but not guaranteed.
What mining-related diploma jobs are available in Odisha 2026?
OMC (Odisha Mining Corporation) recruits Mine Foreman and Overman posts for Diploma holders in Mining Engineering. MCL (Mahanadi Coalfields) also posts Mining Sirdar and Overman vacancies for diploma candidates. Eligibility requires a Diploma in Mining Engineering from a government-approved institute plus the relevant DGMS competency certificate. Notifications at omcltd.in and mahanadicoal.in.
Diploma Government Jobs in Odisha — What You Need to Know in 2026
A three-year polytechnic diploma in any engineering discipline is one of the most employment-efficient qualifications in Odisha's government job market. At the state level, OSSC's Junior Engineer combined exam is the primary target — it covers Civil, Electrical, and Mechanical and posts JEs across state PWD, irrigation, panchayati raj, and water supply departments in all 30 districts.
At the PSU level, Diploma Engineer Trainee (DET) and Operator-cum-Technician (OCT) posts at NALCO, NTPC, and SAIL offer central government pay scales with PSU allowances that push gross pay to ₹35,000-45,000 for trained staff. The selection process varies by PSU — NALCO typically conducts a written test and interview, while NTPC and SAIL have moved toward GATE-based shortlisting even at the diploma level.
OHPC (Odisha Hydro Power Corporation) and OPTCL (Odisha Power Transmission Corporation) are state PSUs that recruit diploma engineers for their hydro plants (Hirakud, Balimela, Upper Indravati) and transmission network maintenance respectively. These are genuine state government employment posts with 7th Pay Commission pay scales and strong job security.
For diploma holders in Mining Engineering, Odisha's mineral-rich belt creates demand at OMC (chrome, iron ore, bauxite mines), MCL (coalfields in Angul/Jharsuguda), and private-sector mines where a government certification of competency is mandatory for statutory posts.
Railway Junior Engineer (JE) posts recruited through RRB are open to diploma holders in relevant engineering disciplines and offer Level 6 pay (₹35,400) — a significant step above Group D and Technician posts. RRB JE is a highly competitive exam nationally but remains one of the most aspirationally appropriate central government targets for Odisha diploma engineers.