Are you interested in working as a Panchayat Executive Officer (PEO) in Odisha? If yes, then you might want to know about OSSSC PEO, a state-level exam conducted by the Odisha Sub-ordinate Staff Selection Commission (OSSSC) to recruit candidates for the post of PEO in various district establishments under different departments of the Odisha government. OSSSC PEO stands for Odisha Sub-ordinate Staff Selection Commission Panchayat Executive Officer, and it is one of the most competitive exams in the state. In this blog post, I will tell you everything you need to know about OSSSC PEO, such as its notification, eligibility, application, exam pattern, syllabus, admit card, result, and more.

What is OSSSC PEO?

OSSSC PEO is a state-level exam commenced by the OSSSC every year. It is conducted for admissions in 2297 posts of PEO and 4942 posts of Junior Assistant (JA) in various district establishments under different departments of the Odisha government. OSSSC PEO includes two papers – Paper I and Paper II. Paper I is for candidates who want to apply for the post of PEO, and Paper II is for candidates who want to apply for the post of JA. The exam is held in online mode, and the questions are based on the syllabus prescribed by the OSSSC.

Who can apply for OSSSC PEO?

To apply for OSSSC PEO, you need to fulfill the following eligibility criteria:

• You must be an Indian citizen and a permanent resident of Odisha.
• You must have passed or appeared in the 10+2 or equivalent examination from a recognized board with Odia as one of the subjects.
• You must have basic computer skills and knowledge of Odia language.
• You must be between 21 to 32 years old as on January 01 of the year of the exam. There is a relaxation of 5 years for SC/ST/SEBC/Women/Ex-servicemen candidates and 10 years for PwD candidates.

How to apply for OSSSC PEO?

To apply for OSSSC PEO, you need to follow these steps:

• Visit the official website of OSSSC and click on the “Candidate Sign Up” button.
• Select the paper, subject, and category for which you want to apply and enter your password.
• Enter the captcha code and click on the “Sign Up” button.
• You will receive an OTP on your registered mobile number. Enter the OTP and verify your account.
• You will get your login ID and password on your mobile number and email ID. Note them down for future use.
• Login with your credentials and fill the online application form with your personal, academic, and communication details.
• Upload your scanned photograph, signature, and other documents as per the specifications.
• Pay the application fee of Rs. 200 (Rs. 100 for reserved categories) through online mode or challan.
• Download and print the confirmation page and keep it for future reference.

What is the exam pattern and syllabus of OSSSC PEO?

The exam pattern and syllabus of OSSSC PEO are as follows:

• The exam is divided into two papers: Paper I and Paper II. Paper I is for candidates who want to apply for the post of PEO, and Paper II is for candidates who want to apply for the post of JA.
• The exam is conducted in online mode, and the duration is 2 hours for each paper.
• The exam consists of 100 multiple-choice questions in each paper, and each question carries 1 mark.
• There is no negative marking for wrong answers.
• The syllabus of the exam is based on the curriculum prescribed by the OSSSC, and it covers the topics of General Awareness, Mathematics, Reasoning, English, Odia, and Computer Knowledge.

How to download the admit card and check the result of OSSSC PEO?

The admit card and result of OSSSC PEO are as follows:

• The admit card of OSSSC PEO is released on the official website of OSSSC, and you can download it by entering your login ID and password.
• The admit card contains your name, roll number, exam date, time, venue, and instructions.
• You must carry your admit card along with a valid photo ID proof to the exam centre.
• The result of OSSSC PEO is declared on the official website of OSSSC, and you can check it by entering your roll number and date of birth.
• The result displays your marks, rank, and qualifying status.
• Based on your result, you are eligible to participate in the document verification and skill test process of OSSSC PEO.

Conclusion

OSSSC PEO is a state-level exam for Panchayat Executive Officer recruitment in Odisha. It is conducted by OSSSC every year for admissions in 2297 posts of PEO and 4942 posts of JA in various district establishments under different departments of the Odisha government. To apply for OSSSC PEO, you need to fulfill the eligibility criteria, fill the online application form, pay the fee, and download the admit card. To prepare for OSSSC PEO, you need to study the syllabus, solve the papers, and practice the tests. To check the result of OSSSC PEO, you need to visit the official website, enter your details, and download your scorecard. I hope this blog post has given you a clear idea of OSSSC PEO and helped you in your preparation.