Imagine pouring your heart and soul into preparing for a life-changing exam, only to be thwarted by technical glitches beyond your control. That’s the harsh reality facing thousands of OSSC CGL aspirants in Odisha right now. Frustrated by persistent issues with the online application portal, candidates vying for Group B and C positions under the Odisha Sub-ordinate Staff Selection Commission’s (OSSC) Combined Graduate Level Recruitment Examination (CGLRE-2025) are pleading with Chief Minister Mohan Majhi and Chief Secretary Anu Garg for a deadline extension. But here's where it gets controversial: while the government has yet to respond, aspirants are questioning whether technical failures should cost them their shot at a career opportunity.
In a heartfelt appeal submitted on Tuesday, candidates detailed a litany of technical woes plaguing the application process. From delayed portal openings and login failures to document upload errors and submission interruptions, the system has been anything but user-friendly. And this is the part most people miss: several aspirants claim that despite Rs 500 being deducted from their accounts, their applications were never successfully submitted, leaving them financially strained and emotionally drained.
The issue doesn’t just stop at technical headaches. For many, especially those who waited until the last minute to apply, these glitches have caused significant mental distress. Candidates are now urging the state government and OSSC authorities to not only fix the technical issues but also grant a reasonable extension to ensure fairness. After all, why should genuine applicants be penalized for system failures?
Let’s break down the key details of this recruitment drive. The online registration for the CGL examination kicked off on December 19, 2025, with the original deadline set for January 18, 2026. Completed applications were due by January 21, and edits could be made until January 24—all exclusively through the OSSC website. The goal? To fill 1,576 vacancies, including 504 posts reserved for women.
To qualify, candidates must hold a Bachelor’s degree from a recognized university and demonstrate basic computer proficiency. The age limit ranges from 21 to 42 years as of January 1, 2025, with relaxations for reserved categories, women, persons with disabilities, and ex-servicemen. The selection process includes a main written exam covering language, general studies, and mathematics (for auditor posts), followed by a computer skill test for select services.
But here’s the burning question: Should technical glitches decide the fate of aspiring candidates? Or should the system be held accountable for its failures? Weigh in below—do you think the government should extend the deadline, or is it fair to stick to the original schedule? Your thoughts could spark a much-needed conversation.
