The Odisha Livelihoods Mission (OLM), under the Department of Mission Shakti, has announced a significant recruitment drive for 1115 contractual positions across 57 diverse roles. This is an excellent opportunity for eligible candidates seeking government jobs in Odisha at State, District, and Block levels. Applications are invited for various Manager and Assistant posts, with the online application window open from 06 November 2026 to 05 December 2026. Candidates with Post Graduate, Master's, Graduate, or B.Com degrees, along with relevant experience, are encouraged to apply.
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| OLM Various Manager & Assistant Recruitment 2026 Advertisement No.: - | |
| Recruitment Authority | Odisha Livelihoods Mission (OLM), Department of Mission Shakti |
| Post Name | State Project Manager, Additional State Project Manager, State Mission Executive, Program Assistant, District Mission Manager, Project Manager, Accountant cum MIS Assistant, Block Mission Manager, Block Manager, Block Accountant cum MIS Assistant (and 50+ more) |
| Total Vacancies | 1115 |
| Job Location | Across Odisha (State, District, Block levels) |
| Start Date to Apply | 06 November 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 05 December 2026 |
| Qualification | Post Graduate/Master Degree, Graduate with PGDCA, B.Com with PGDCA/IT, Bachelor's in Veterinary/Fishery |
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| Official Website | Click Here |
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Important Dates
- Notification Released: 06 November 2026
- Application Start: 06 November 2026
- Last Date to Apply: 05 December 2026
- Exam Date: To be Notified
- Admit Card: To be Notified
Application Fees
- All candidates except SC, ST and PwD: Rs. 500/-
- SC / ST / PwD: Nil
- Payment Mode: Online
- Note: Application fee will be refunded to all candidates who appear in the examination.
Age Limit as on 01 January 2026
- Minimum Age: 21 Years
- Maximum Age: 42 Years
- Age Relaxation:
- SC/ST/SEBC/Women: 5 Years
- PwD: 10 Years
- Ex-servicemen: Period of defence service (max. 59 years)
- Current OLM staff: No age limit
Qualification Details
- State/Additional State Project Manager: Post Graduate/Master Degree in relevant fields (Arts, Science, Commerce, MSW, MBA, Agriculture, Horticulture, Veterinary, Fisheries, Social Science, Mass Communication, Journalism, MCA, MSc (IT), M.Com, MA (Economics), Finance) with 5+ years of experience.
- State Mission Executive: Bachelor's in Veterinary Science/Fishery or Post Graduate/Master Degree in Computer Science, Economics, Statistics, IT, MCA, MBA (IT/Finance), M.Com, Mass Communication, Journalism, Rural Development, MSW with 3+ years of experience.
- Program Assistant: Graduate with PGDCA or equivalent with 3+ years of experience.
- District Mission Manager: Post Graduate/Master's degree in Arts/Science/Commerce, MBA, MSW, Rural Development with 5+ years of experience.
- Project Manager: Post Graduate/Master Degree in Rural Development, Agriculture, Agribusiness Management, Marketing, Economics, Development Studies, Social Work, MSW, Computer Science, IT, MCA, MBA (IT/Finance), M.Com, CA/ICWA (Inter/Final) with 5+ years of experience.
- Accountant cum MIS Assistant: B.Com with PGDCA, Computer Science, Information Technology (IT) or equivalent with 5+ years of experience.
- Block Mission Manager/Block Manager: Post Graduate/Master degree in Arts/Science/Commerce, MBA, MSW, Rural Development with 3+ years of experience.
- Block Accountant cum MIS Assistant: B.Com with PGDCA, Computer Science, Information Technology (IT) or equivalent with 3+ years of experience.
Full Eligibility Criteria
Candidates applying for the Odisha Livelihoods Mission (OLM) Recruitment 2026 must meet specific eligibility criteria, including educational qualifications, age limits, and other essential conditions. Ensure you possess the required degree and relevant post-qualification experience as detailed below for each position.
| Sl. No. | Position to be Recruited | Age (Yrs) | Minimum Qualification | Post Qualification Relevant Years of Experience |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | State Project Manager (Human Resources & Training) | 21-42 | Post Graduate/Master Degree in Arts/Science/Commerce/MSW/MBA (HR) or equivalent | 5+ years |
| 2 | State Project Manager (Farm Livelihoods) | 21-42 | Post Graduate/Master Degree in Agriculture/Horticulture/Veterinary/Fisheries/MSW/Social Science/MBA (Rural Management) or equivalent | 5+ years |
| 3 | State Project Manager (Non-Farm Livelihoods) | 21-42 | Post Graduate/Master Degree in Social Science/Science/Commerce/MSW/MBA or equivalent | 5+ years |
| 4 | State Project Manager (Value Addition, Market Linkage (Farm & Non-Farm)) | 21-42 | Post Graduate/Master Degree in Arts/Science/Commerce/MSW/MBA Agri business or equivalent | 5+ years |
| 5 | State Project Manager (Institutional Building and Capacity Building) | 21-42 | Post Graduate/Master Degree in Arts/Science/Commerce/MSW/MBA or equivalent | 5+ years |
| 6 | State Project Manager (Social Inclusion & Social Development) | 21-42 | Post Graduate/Master Degree in Arts/Science/Commerce/Gender Studies/MSW/MBA or equivalent | 5+ years |
| 7 | State Project Manager (Knowledge Management Communication (KMC) & Information Technology (IT)) | 21-42 | Post Graduate/Master Degree in Mass Communication, Journalism, MCA, MSc (IT), MBA (IT) or equivalent | 5+ years |
| 8 | State Project Manager (Financial Inclusion) | 21-42 | M.Com, MBA (Finance), MA (Economics) or equivalent | 5+ years |
| 9 | State Project Manager (Accounts & Finance) | 21-42 | M.Com, MBA (Finance) or equivalent | 5+ years |
| 10 | Additional State Project Manager (Admin & Procurement) | 21-42 | Post Graduate/Master Degree in Arts/Science/Commerce/MSW/MBA or equivalent | 5+ years |
| 11 | Additional State Project Manager (Human Resources & Training) | 21-42 | Post Graduate/Master Degree in Arts/Science/Commerce/MSW/MBA (HR) or equivalent | 5+ years |
| 12 | Additional State Project Manager (Agriculture Agro Ecological Practices (AEP)/Non-Timber Forest Product (NTFP)) | 21-42 | Post Graduate/Master Degree in Agriculture/Horticulture/Veterinary/Fisheries/MSW/Social Science/MBA (Rural Management) or equivalent | 5+ years |
| 13 | Additional State Project Manager (Livestock Development/Fisheries) | 21-42 | Post Graduate/Master Degree in Agriculture/Horticulture/Veterinary/Fisheries/MSW/Social Science/MBA (Rural Management) or equivalent | 5+ years |
| 14 | Additional State Project Manager (Livelihoods Capacity Building (CB) and Documentation) | 21-42 | Post Graduate/Master Degree in Agriculture/Horticulture/Veterinary/Fisheries/MSW/Social Science/MBA (Rural Management) or equivalent | 5+ years |
| 15 | Additional State Project Manager (Non-farm convergence, Start-up Village Entrepreneurship Programme (SVEP) and One Stop Facility Center (OSF)) | 21-42 | Post Graduate/Master Degree in Arts/Science/Commerce/MSW/MBA or equivalent | 5+ years |
| 16 | Additional State Project Manager (Micro Enterprise Development) | 21-42 | Post Graduate/Master Degree in Arts/Science/Commerce/MSW/MBA or equivalent | 5+ years |
| 17 | Additional State Project Manager (Market Linkage) | 21-42 | Post Graduate/Master Degree in Arts/Science/Commerce/MSW/MBA Agri business or equivalent | 5+ years |
| 18 | Additional State Project Manager (Supply Chain, Production and Quality control) | 21-42 | Post Graduate/Master Degree in Arts/Science/Commerce/MSW/MBA Agri business or equivalent | 5+ years |
| 19 | Additional State Project Manager (Model Gram Panchayat Level Federation (GPLF)) | 21-42 | Post Graduate/Master Degree in Arts/Science/Commerce/MSW/MBA or equivalent | 5+ years |
| 20 | Additional State Project Manager (Institution Building & Capacity Building) | 21-42 | Post Graduate/Master Degree in Arts/Science/Commerce/MSW/MBA or equivalent | 5+ years |
| 21 | Additional State Project Manager (Social Inclusion & Social Development and Convergence) | 21-42 | Post Graduate/Master Degree in Arts/Science/Commerce/Gender Studies/MSW/MBA or equivalent | 5+ years |
| 22 | Additional State Project Manager Management Information System (MIS) | 21-42 | Post Graduate/Master Degree in Arts/Science/Commerce/MCA/MBA or equivalent | 5+ years |
| 23 | Additional State Project Manager (Community Funds Management) | 21-42 | M.Com, MBA (Finance), MA (Economics) or equivalent | 5+ years |
| 24 | Additional State Project Manager (Bank Linkage and Digital Finance & Insurance and Pension) | 21-42 | Post Graduate/Master Degree in Arts/Science/Commerce, MBA (Finance) or equivalent | 5+ years |
| 25 | Additional State Project Manager (Digital content & IT) | 21-42 | Post Graduate/Master Degree in Mass Communication, Journalism, MCA, MSc (IT), MBA (IT) or equivalent | 5+ years |
| 26 | Additional State Project Manager (Finance) | 21-42 | M.Com, MBA (Finance) or equivalent | 5+ years |
| 27 | Additional State Project Manager (Audit & Accounts) | 21-42 | M.Com, MBA (Finance) or equivalent | 5+ years |
| 28 | State Mission Executive (Livestock) | 21-42 | Bachelor’s in veterinary science or equivalent | 3+ Years |
| 29 | State Mission Executive (Livelihoods MIS) | 21-42 | Post Graduate/Master degree in Computer Science/Economics/Statistics/IT/MCA or equivalent | 3+ Years |
| 30 | State Mission Executive (Fisheries) | 21-42 | Bachelors in Fishery, or equivalent | 3+ Years |
| 31 | State Mission Executive (MIS, NFL) | 21-42 | Post Graduate/Master degree in Computer Science, IT/MCA/MBA (IT) or equivalent | 3+ Years |
| 32 | State Mission Executive (MIS) | 21-42 | Post Graduate/Master degree in Computer Science IT/MCA/MBA (IT) or equivalent | 3+ Years |
| 33 | State Mission Executive (KMC & IT) | 21-42 | Post Graduate/Master degree in IT, Computer Science, MCA or equivalent | 3+ Years |
| 34 | State Mission Executive (Bank Linkage) | 21-42 | Post Graduate/Master degree in Commerce Economics, Finance, MBA (Finance) or equivalent | 3+ Years |
| 35 | State Mission Executive (Insurance & Business Correspondence) | 21-42 | Post Graduate/Master degree in Commerce Economics, Finance, MBA (Finance) or equivalent | 3+ Years |
| 36 | State Mission Executive (Digital & Enterprise Financing) | 21-42 | Post Graduate/Master degree in Commerce Economics, Finance, MBA (Finance) or equivalent | 3+ Years |
| 37 | State Mission Executive (Accounts & Finance) | 21-42 | Post Graduate degree in Commerce, MBA (Finance), M. Com or equivalent | 3+ Years |
| 38 | State Mission Executive (Office of the CEO/SMD) | 21-42 | Post Graduate/Master degree in any discipline or equivalent | 3+ Years |
| 39 | State Mission Executive (Micro Enterprise Development (MED) Non-Farm Livelihoods (NFL)) | 21-42 | Post Graduate/Master Degree in Arts/Science/Commerce/MSW/MBA or equivalent | 3+ Years |
| 40 | State Mission Executive (Knowledge Management (NFL)) | 21-42 | Post Graduate/Master Degree in Mass Communication, Journalism or equivalent | 3+ Years |
| 41 | State Mission Executive (Value Addition, Cluster Development) | 21-42 | Post Graduate/Master Degree in Arts/Science/Commerce/MSW/MBA or equivalent | 3+ Years |
| 42 | State Mission Executive Market Linkage (Farm and Non-farm) | 21-42 | Post Graduate/Master Degree in Arts/Science/Commerce/MSW/MBA or equivalent | 3+ Years |
| 43 | State Mission Executive; Food Nutrition Health and WASH (FNHW) | 21-42 | Post Graduate/Master Degree in Arts/Science/Commerce/Gender Studies/MSW/MBA or equivalent | 3+ Years |
| 44 | State Mission Executive (Gender) | 21-42 | Post Graduate/Master Degree in Arts/Science/Commerce/Gender Studies/MSW/MBA or equivalent | 3+ Years |
| 45 | State Mission Executive (Monitoring, Evaluation and Learning) | 21-42 | Post Graduate/Master degree in Economics, Statistics, MBA, MSW, Rural Development or equivalent | 3+ Years |
| 46 | State Mission Executive (RTI, Complaints Assembly and Parliament Questions) | 21-42 | Post Graduate/Master degree in any discipline or equivalent | 3+ Years |
| 47 | State Mission Executive (Livelihoods Capacity Building (CB) and Documentation) | 21-42 | Post Graduate/Master degree in Arts/Science/Commerce, MBA, MSW, Rural Development or equivalent | 3+ Years |
| 48 | Program Assistant | 21-42 | Graduate with PGDCA or equivalent | 3+ years |
| 49 | District Mission Manager | 21-42 | Post Graduate/master’s degree in arts/science/commerce, MBA, MSW, Rural Development or equivalent | 5+ years |
| 50 | Project Manager (Farm & Non-Farm Livelihoods) | 21-42 | Post Graduate/Master Degree in Rural Development, Agriculture, Agribusiness Management, Rural Management, Development Studies, Economics, Social Work or equivalent | 5+ years |
| 51 | Project Manager (Value Chain Development and Market Linkage) | 21-42 | Post Graduate/Master Degree in Agribusiness Management, Marketing, Economics, Development Studies, MSW or equivalent | 5+ years |
| 52 | Project Manager (Institutional Building and Capacity Building, & MIS) | 21-42 | Post Graduate/Master Degree in Economics, Rural Development, MSW, Computer Science, Information Technology, MCA, MBA (IT) or equivalent | 5+ years |
| 53 | Project Manager (Financial Inclusion & Accounts) | 21-42 | Post Graduate/Master Degree in Finance, Commerce, Economics, Banking, Rural Management, MBA (Finance); CA/ICWA (Inter/Final) or equivalent | 5+ years |
| 54 | Accountant cum MIS Assistant | 21-42 | B.Com with PGDCA, Computer Science, Information Technology (IT) or equivalent | 5+ years |
| 55 | Block Mission Manager | 21-42 | Post Graduate/Master degree in Arts/Science/Commerce, MBA, MSW, Rural Development or equivalent | 3+ years |
| 56 | Block Manager | 21-42 | Post Graduate/Master degree in Arts/Science/Commerce, MBA, MSW, Rural Development or equivalent | 3+ years |
| 57 | Block Accountant cum MIS Assistant | 21-42 | B.Com with PGDCA, Computer Science, Information Technology (IT) or equivalent | 3+ years |
Salary / Pay Scale
The Odisha Livelihoods Mission (OLM) offers competitive monthly remuneration for its various contractual positions. The pay scale varies significantly based on the post, reflecting the responsibilities and required experience. Detailed monthly remuneration for each post is provided below.
| Position to be Recruited | Monthly Remuneration (₹) |
|---|---|
| State Project Manager (All categories) | 72,450 |
| Additional State Project Manager (All categories) | 52,080 |
| State Mission Executive (All categories) | 36,225 |
| Program Assistant | 16,560 |
| District Mission Manager | 70,560 |
| Project Manager (All categories) | 35,000 |
| Accountant cum MIS Assistant | 25,000 |
| Block Mission Manager | 31,338 |
| Block Manager | 19,080 |
| Block Accountant cum MIS Assistant | 20,700 |
- The engagement is contractual for an initial period of 1 year, renewable based on performance and project requirements.
- This contractual engagement does not confer any right to regularisation or permanent absorption.
- No TA/DA will be paid for attending the examination, document verification, or initial joining.
Selection Process
The selection process for OLM Recruitment 2026 is structured to identify the most suitable candidates through a transparent and merit-based system. It primarily involves a Computer Based Test (CBT) followed by document verification.
- Step 1: Computer Based Test (CBT): Candidates will first appear for a single CBT paper.
- Step 2: Publication of Provisional Merit List: A provisional merit list will be published based on CBT scores.
- Step 3: Document Verification: Candidates, three times the number of vacancies for each position, will be called for document verification.
- Step 4: Final Merit List: The final merit list will be drawn from normalized CBT marks combined with successful document verification.
- There will be no group discussion or personal interview.
- In case of a tie in marks, inter-se merit will be determined first by seniority in age, then by alphabetical order of names.
Exam Pattern
The OLM Recruitment 2026 Computer Based Test (CBT) will be a single paper designed to assess candidates' knowledge in domain-specific and common syllabus areas. Understanding the exam pattern is crucial for effective preparation.
| Part / Paper | Subject | Questions | Marks | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single paper | Domain-specific syllabus and Common Syllabus | 100 | 100 | 90 minutes (120 minutes for PwD candidates) |
- The CBT will be conducted in English language only.
- Each question will have four options, with one mark awarded for a correct answer.
- There will be a negative marking of 0.33 mark for each wrong answer.
- Unattempted questions will not incur any deduction.
- Scores will be normalized up to seven decimal places.
- A provisional answer key will be published, allowing candidates to submit objections within a prescribed period.
Post / Category Wise Vacancy Details
The Odisha Livelihoods Mission (OLM) has announced a total of 1115 vacancies across 57 different positions. These vacancies are distributed across State, District, and Block levels, with reservations for various categories including ST, SC, SEBC, UR, Women, Sports-person, Ex-Servicemen, and PwD. Below is the detailed breakdown of vacancies per post and category.
| Sl. No. | Position to be Recruited | ST | SC | SEBC | UR | Total Vacancy | Women | Sports-person | Ex-Servicemen | PwD (Cat-III-C) | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | State Project Manager (Human Resources & Training) | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 | NA | 0 | 0 | 0 | |||
| 2 | State Project Manager (Farm Livelihoods) | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 | NA | 0 | 0 | 0 | |||
| 3 | State Project Manager (Non-Farm Livelihoods) | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 | NA | 0 | 0 | 0 | |||
| 4 | State Project Manager (Value Addition, Market Linkage (Farm & Non-Farm)) | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 | NA | 0 | 0 | 0 | |||
| 5 | State Project Manager (Institutional Building and Capacity Building) | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 | NA | 0 | 0 | 0 | |||
| 6 | State Project Manager (Social Inclusion & Social Development) | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 | NA | 0 | 0 | 0 | |||
| 7 | State Project Manager (Knowledge Management Communication (KMC) & Information Technology (IT)) | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 | NA | 0 | 0 | 0 | |||
| 8 | State Project Manager (Financial Inclusion) | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 | NA | 0 | 0 | 0 | |||
| 9 | State Project Manager (Accounts & Finance) | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 | NA | 0 | 0 | 0 | |||
| 10 | Additional State Project Manager (Admin & Procurement) | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 | NA | 0 | 0 | 0 | |||
| 11 | Additional State Project Manager (Human Resources & Training) | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 | NA | 0 | 0 | 0 | |||
| 12 | Additional State Project Manager (Agriculture Agro Ecological Practices (AEP)/Non-Timber Forest Product (NTFP)) | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 | NA | 0 | 0 | 0 | |||
| 13 | Additional State Project Manager (Livestock Development/Fisheries) | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 | NA | 0 | 0 | 0 | |||
| 14 | Additional State Project Manager (Livelihoods Capacity Building (CB) and Documentation) | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 | NA | 0 | 0 | 0 | |||
| 15 | Additional State Project Manager (Non-farm convergence, Start-up Village Entrepreneurship Programme (SVEP) and One Stop Facility Center (OSF)) | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 | NA | 0 | 0 | 0 | |||
| 16 | Additional State Project Manager (Micro Enterprise Development) | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 | NA | 0 | 0 | 0 | |||
| 17 | Additional State Project Manager (Market Linkage) | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 | NA | 0 | 0 | 0 | |||
| 18 | Additional State Project Manager (Supply Chain, Production and Quality control) | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 | NA | 0 | 0 | 0 | |||
| 19 | Additional State Project Manager (Model Gram Panchayat Level Federation (GPLF)) | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 | NA | 0 | 0 | 0 | |||
| 20 | Additional State Project Manager (Institution Building & Capacity Building) | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 | NA | 0 | 0 | 0 | |||
| 21 | Additional State Project Manager (Social Inclusion & Social Development and Convergence) | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 | NA | 0 | 0 | 0 | |||
| 22 | Additional State Project Manager Management Information System (MIS) | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 | NA | 0 | 0 | 0 | |||
| 23 | Additional State Project Manager (Community Funds Management) | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 | NA | 0 | 0 | 0 | |||
| 24 | Additional State Project Manager (Bank Linkage and Digital Finance & Insurance and Pension) | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 | NA | 0 | 0 | 0 | |||
| 25 | Additional State Project Manager (Digital content & IT) | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 | NA | 0 | 0 | 0 | |||
| 26 | Additional State Project Manager (Finance) | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 | NA | 0 | 0 | 0 | |||
| 27 | Additional State Project Manager (Audit & Accounts) | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 | NA | 0 | 0 | 0 | |||
| 28 | State Mission Executive (Livestock) | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 | NA | 0 | 0 | 0 | |||
| 29 | State Mission Executive (Livelihoods MIS) | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 | NA | 0 | 0 | 0 | |||
| 30 | State Mission Executive (Fisheries) | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 | NA | 0 | 0 | 0 | |||
| 31 | State Mission Executive (MIS, NFL) | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 | NA | 0 | 0 | 0 | |||
| 32 | State Mission Executive (MIS) | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 | NA | 0 | 0 | 0 | |||
| 33 | State Mission Executive (KMC & IT) | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 | NA | 0 | 0 | 0 | |||
| 34 | State Mission Executive (Bank Linkage) | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 | NA | 0 | 0 | 0 | |||
| 35 | State Mission Executive (Insurance & Business Correspondence) | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 | NA | 0 | 0 | 0 | |||
| 36 | State Mission Executive (Digital & Enterprise Financing) | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 | NA | 0 | 0 | 0 | |||
| 37 | State Mission Executive (Accounts & Finance) | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 | NA | 0 | 0 | 0 | |||
| 38 | State Mission Executive (Office of the CEO/SMD) | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 | NA | 0 | 0 | 0 | |||
| 39 | State Mission Executive (Micro Enterprise Development (MED) Non-Farm Livelihoods (NFL)) | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 | NA | 0 | 0 | 0 | |||
| 40 | State Mission Executive (Knowledge Management (NFL)) | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 | NA | 0 | 0 | 0 | |||
| 41 | State Mission Executive (Value Addition, Cluster Development) | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 | NA | 0 | 0 | 0 | |||
| 42 | State Mission Executive Market Linkage (Farm and Non-farm) | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 | NA | 0 | 0 | 0 | |||
| 43 | State Mission Executive; Food Nutrition Health and WASH (FNHW) | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 | NA | 0 | 0 | 0 | |||
| 44 | State Mission Executive (Gender) | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 | NA | 0 | 0 | 0 | |||
| 45 | State Mission Executive (Monitoring, Evaluation and Learning) | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 | NA | 0 | 0 | 0 | |||
| 46 | State Mission Executive (RTI, Complaints Assembly and Parliament Questions) | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 | NA | 0 | 0 | 0 | |||
| 47 | State Mission Executive (Livelihoods Capacity Building (CB) and Documentation) | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 | NA | 0 | 0 | 0 | |||
| 48 | Program Assistant | 2 | 0 | 0 | 4 | 6 | ST-1, UR-1 | 0 | 0 | NA | |||
| 49 | District Mission Manager | 2 | 1 | 0 | 5 | 8 | ST-1, UR-2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | |||
| 50 | Project Manager (Farm & Non-Farm Livelihoods) | 7 | 5 | 3 | 15 | 30 | ST-2, SC-2, SEBC-1, UR-5 | 0 | 1 | 1 | |||
| 51 | Project Manager (Value Chain Development and Market Linkage) | 7 | 5 | 3 | 15 | 30 | ST-2, SC-2, SEBC-1, UR-5 | 0 | 1 | 1 | |||
| 52 | Project Manager (Institutional Building and Capacity Building, & MIS) | 7 | 5 | 3 | 15 | 30 | ST-2, SC-2, SEBC-1, UR-5 | 0 | 1 | 1 | |||
| 53 | Project Manager (Financial Inclusion & Accounts) | 7 | 5 | 3 | 15 | 30 | ST-2, SC-2, SEBC-1, UR-5 | 0 | 1 | 1 | |||
| 54 | Accountant cum MIS Assistant | 13 | 10 | 7 | 30 | 60 | ST-5, SC-3, SEBC-2, UR-10 | 1 | 2 | 2 | |||
| 55 | Block Mission Manager | 53 | 22 | 0 | 99 | 174 | ST-17, SC-7, UR-33 | 2 | 5 | 7 | |||
| 56 | Block Manager | 202 | 72 | 0 | 179 | 453 | ST-67, SC-24, UR-59 | 5 | 14 | 18 | |||
| 57 | Block Accountant cum MIS Assistant | 68 | 34 | 8 | 137 | 247 | ST-22, SC-11, SEBC-3, UR-45 | 2 | 7 | 10 | |||
| Total | 399 | 160 | 21 | 511 | 1115 | ||||||||
Job Profile & Responsibility
The Odisha Livelihoods Mission (OLM) aims to enhance the socio-economic conditions of rural poor through sustainable livelihoods. Roles like State Project Manager involve strategic planning and oversight of specific livelihood initiatives (e.g., Farm, Non-Farm, Financial Inclusion, HR). District and Block Mission Managers are responsible for implementing and monitoring programs at ground level, ensuring effective outreach and community engagement. Accountant cum MIS Assistants manage financial records and data systems, crucial for transparent operations. All positions contribute to empowering rural communities and achieving the mission's objectives.
How to Apply
Candidates interested in the OLM Recruitment 2026 must submit their applications online through the official website. Follow the detailed steps below to ensure a successful application submission before the closing date of 05 December 2026.
- Read the Advertisement: Thoroughly review the entire official advertisement, including eligibility criteria and syllabus, before proceeding.
- Visit Official Website: Go to the official website of Mission Shakti Department: www.missionshakti.odisha.gov.in.
- Access Application Link: Locate and click on the online application link for OLM Recruitment 2026.
- Register and Fill Form: Complete the online registration process and accurately fill out the application form with all required personal and educational details.
- Upload Documents: Upload scanned copies of necessary documents, including photographs and signatures, as per the specified format and size.
- Pay Application Fee: Pay the applicable application fee of Rs. 500/- online. SC, ST, and PwD candidates are exempted from the fee.
- Submit Application: Review all entered information carefully and submit the online application form.
- Print Confirmation: After successful submission, take a printout of the submitted application form for future reference.
- Mock Test: Attempt the mock test link available on the website prior to the CBT to familiarize yourself with the interface.
- Download Admit Card: Download your e-Admit Card from the website once it is released, as no physical admit cards will be sent.
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
What is the total number of vacancies in OLM Recruitment 2026?
There are a total of 1115 vacancies for various Manager and Assistant posts under the Odisha Livelihoods Mission (OLM) Recruitment 2026.
What are the important dates for OLM Recruitment 2026?
The online application started on 06 November 2026, and the last date to apply is 05 December 2026.
What is the age limit for OLM posts?
Candidates must be between 21 and 42 years of age as on 01 January 2026. Age relaxation is applicable for SC/ST/SEBC/Women (5 years) and PwD (10 years).
What is the application fee for OLM Recruitment 2026?
The application fee is Rs. 500/- for all candidates except SC, ST, and PwD categories, who are exempted. The fee will be refunded to all candidates who appear in the examination.
What is the selection process for OLM various posts?
The selection process involves a Computer Based Test (CBT), followed by the publication of a provisional merit list and document verification. There will be no group discussion or personal interview.
What are the minimum educational qualifications required?
Qualifications vary by post, ranging from Graduate with PGDCA, B.Com with PGDCA/IT, Bachelor's in Veterinary/Fishery to Post Graduate/Master Degree in relevant disciplines, along with 3 to 5 years of relevant experience.
Is the OLM recruitment for permanent positions?
No, the positions under OLM Recruitment 2026 are on a contractual basis, initially for a period of one year, which may be renewed based on satisfactory performance and project requirements.