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Rs 72,450 a Month: OLM Odisha Opens 1,115 Posts, Apply by 5 December
Big news for job seekers from Odisha. The Odisha Livelihoods Mission (OLM) has opened 1,115 posts across the state, with the highest pay going up to Rs 72,450 a month.
The best part of this drive is the selection process: candidates will be picked through a single Computer Based Test (CBT) — there is no interview. Applications are open online until 5 December 2026 (11:55 PM), so eligible candidates should not wait until the last day.
OLM Recruitment 2026 at a Glance
| Organisation | Odisha Livelihoods Mission (OLM), Department of Mission Shakti, Government of Odisha |
| Scheme | Deendayal Antyodaya Yojana – National Rural Livelihoods Mission (DAY-NRLM) |
| Total vacancies | 1,115 posts (57 roles) |
| Level-wise split | State level – 53, District level – 188, Block level – 874 |
| Nature of employment | Contractual — these are NOT permanent government jobs |
| Pay | Rs 16,560 to Rs 72,450 a month (post-wise) |
| Advertisement date | 4 November 2026 |
| Applications open | 6 November 2026 |
| Last date to apply | 5 December 2026, 11:55 PM |
| Application mode | Online only — missionshakti.odisha.gov.in |
| Selection process | Computer Based Test (CBT) + Document Verification (no interview) |
| Application fee | Rs 500 (SC/ST/PwD — nil) |
Which Posts Are Open?
Of the 1,115 posts, the bulk — 874 — sit at the block level. Block Manager alone accounts for 453 posts, the largest single group in this drive.
| Post name | Vacancies | Monthly pay |
| State Project Manager | 9 | Rs 72,450 |
| Additional State Project Manager | 18 | Rs 52,080 |
| State Mission Executive | 20 | Rs 36,225 |
| Program Assistant | 6 | Rs 16,560 |
| District Mission Manager | 8 | Rs 70,560 |
| Project Manager (4 streams × 30) | 120 | Rs 35,000 |
| Accountant cum MIS Assistant (District) | 60 | Rs 25,000 |
| Block Mission Manager | 174 | Rs 31,338 |
| Block Manager | 453 | Rs 19,080 |
| Block Accountant cum MIS Assistant | 247 | Rs 20,700 |
| Total | 1,115 |
Category-wise Vacancies at Block Level
| Post | ST | SC | SEBC | UR | Total |
| Block Mission Manager | 53 | 22 | 0 | 99 | 174 |
| Block Manager | 202 | 72 | 0 | 179 | 453 |
| Block Accountant cum MIS Assistant | 68 | 34 | 8 | 137 | 247 |
| Total | 323 | 128 | 8 | 415 | 874 |
Who Can Apply?
Candidates must be citizens of India. Most posts need a postgraduate or master degree in the relevant field plus 3 to 5 years of relevant experience.
| Post | Minimum qualification | Experience |
| State Project Manager | Postgraduate/Master degree in the relevant field (Arts/Science/Commerce, MBA, MSW, Rural Development, etc.) | 5+ years |
| Additional State Project Manager | Postgraduate/Master degree in the relevant field | 5+ years |
| State Mission Executive | Postgraduate/Master degree in the relevant field (two posts — Livestock and Fisheries — need a bachelor degree in veterinary science or fishery) | 3+ years |
| Program Assistant | Graduate with PGDCA or equivalent | 3+ years |
| District Mission Manager | Postgraduate/Master degree in Arts, Science, Commerce, MBA, MSW, Rural Development or equivalent | 5+ years |
| Project Manager (District) | Postgraduate/Master degree in Rural Development, Agriculture, Agribusiness Management, Marketing, Economics, Finance, MSW, Computer Science/IT, MCA, etc. | 5+ years |
| Accountant cum MIS Assistant | B.Com with PGDCA, Computer Science, Information Technology (IT) or equivalent | 5+ years (District), 3+ years (Block) |
| Block Mission Manager / Block Manager | Postgraduate/Master degree in Arts, Science, Commerce, MBA, MSW, Rural Development or equivalent | 3+ years |
| Block Accountant cum MIS Assistant | B.Com with PGDCA, Computer Science, Information Technology (IT) or equivalent | 3+ years |
What Is the Age Limit?
Candidates must have attained 21 years and must not be above 42 years as on 1 January 2026. Relaxation applies as follows:
| Category | Age limit / relaxation |
| Minimum age | 21 years |
| General upper age limit | 42 years |
| SC / ST / SEBC / Women | 5 years relaxation |
| Persons with Disabilities (PwD) | 10 years relaxation |
| Ex-Servicemen | Relaxation equivalent to defence service rendered (maximum age 59 years) |
| Existing OLM employees | No age limit |
Odia Language Requirement
Candidates must have passed the Class 8 Odia examination conducted by the Board of Secondary Education or another board in Odisha, passed Class 10 with Odia as a subject, or possess the required Odia Test Pass Certificate from the competent authority of the Government of Odisha. Qualifications and experience must be complete by the closing date of applications.
How Much Is the Application Fee?
| Category | Fee |
| SC / ST / PwD | Nil |
| All other candidates | Rs 500 |
The fee must be paid online at the time of registration. As per the notification, the application fee will be refunded to all candidates who appear in the examination.
What Is the Selection Process?
There will be no group discussion or personal interview. Selection runs in three stages:
- Computer Based Test (CBT) — a single paper of 100 questions carrying 100 marks.
- Provisional merit list — based on normalised CBT marks.
- Document verification — candidates numbering three times the vacancies for each post will be called.
The final merit list is drawn from normalised CBT marks along with document verification. In case of a tie, the senior in age is placed first.
Exam Pattern
| Particulars | Details |
| Exam mode | Computer Based Test (CBT) |
| Exam language | English only |
| Total questions | 100 (multiple choice) |
| Total marks | 100 |
| Marks per correct answer | 1 |
| Negative marking | 0.33 mark for every wrong answer |
| Duration | 90 minutes (120 minutes for eligible PwD candidates) |
| Exam date | To be announced on the official website |
Documents Required
- High School Certificate or equivalent certificate as proof of age.
- Required Bachelor’s, Master’s or Postgraduate degree certificate.
- SC/ST/SEBC caste certificate, wherever applicable.
- Relevant work experience certificate issued by the competent authority.
- Discharge Certificate or applicable NOC for Ex-Servicemen or retiring defence personnel.
- Permanent Disability Certificate showing 40% or more disability, wherever applicable.
- Sports Certificate issued by the Director of Sports, Odisha, if applicable.
- Self-declaration regarding having one living spouse, in the case of married candidates.
- Two recent unsigned and unattested passport-size photographs uploaded with the online application.
How to Apply Online
- Visit the official Mission Shakti website at missionshakti.odisha.gov.in.
- Open the link for the OLM Recruitment 2026 advertisement dated 4 November 2026 and read the full advertisement, eligibility criteria and syllabus before filling the form.
- Register with a valid email ID and mobile number, pick your post, and fill in your personal, educational and work experience details.
- Upload the documents as per the instructions on the website.
- Pay the application fee of Rs 500 online at the time of registration, if applicable (SC, ST and PwD candidates pay nil).
- Submit the form between 6 November 2026 and 5 December 2026 (11:55 PM). Apply once per position — if more than one form is submitted for the same post, only the latest correct form is considered.
- Download the e-Admit Card from the website ahead of the examination; none is sent separately.
Please note: these are contractual posts under DAY-NRLM, not permanent government jobs. The CBT date and admit-card date have not been announced yet — keep checking the official website.
Important Links
| Description | Link |
| Official website (apply online and notification) | missionshakti.odisha.gov.in |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Q1: How many vacancies are there in OLM Recruitment 2026?
A: There are 1,115 contractual vacancies across 57 roles — 53 at state level, 188 at district level and 874 at block level. Block Manager, with 453 posts, is the largest group.
Q2: What is the last date to apply for OLM Recruitment 2026?
A: The last date to submit the online application is 5 December 2026 at 11:55 PM. Applications opened on 6 November 2026.
Q3: What is the application fee for OLM Recruitment 2026?
A: The fee is Rs 500 for all candidates except SC, ST and PwD, who pay nothing. The fee is refunded to candidates who appear in the examination.
Q4: What is the age limit for OLM Recruitment 2026?
A: Candidates must be between 21 and 42 years as on 1 January 2026. Relaxation: 5 years for SC/ST/SEBC/Women, 10 years for PwD, and no age limit for current OLM staff.
Q5: Is there an interview in OLM Recruitment 2026?
A: No. Selection is through a single Computer Based Test (100 questions, 100 marks, 90 minutes), followed by a provisional merit list and document verification. There is no group discussion or personal interview.
Q6: When will the OLM CBT exam be held?
A: The exam date has not been officially announced yet. The date and the e-Admit Card will be released on the official website, missionshakti.odisha.gov.in.
Next Action
Read the full official notification on missionshakti.odisha.gov.in and apply online before 5 December 2026 (11:55 PM).
Sources: Odisha Livelihoods Mission, Department of Mission Shakti, Government of Odisha — advertisement dated 4 November 2026, official website missionshakti.odisha.gov.in. Candidates should read the complete official notification before applying.
