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 to extend the looming deadlines. 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—and their hard-earned money.
In a heartfelt representation 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. For those racing against the clock, this double blow has added insult to injury.
The aspirants are now urging the state government and OSSC authorities to not only fix the technical issues promptly but also grant a reasonable extension to ensure fairness. After all, why should genuine candidates be penalized for system failures they can’t control? The current application schedule, which began on December 19, 2025, and is set to close on January 18, 2026, leaves little room for error—especially when errors are coming from the system itself.
Let’s break it down further: This recruitment drive aims to fill 1,576 vacancies, with 504 posts reserved for women. To apply, candidates need a Bachelor’s degree from a recognized university and basic computer skills. 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 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 be allowed to derail the dreams of deserving candidates? And if not, what’s the fairest way to address this crisis? Weigh in below—do you think the government should extend the deadline, or is it too little too late? Your voice matters in this debate!
