Odisha Sishu Sevika Recruitment 2025: Eligibility, Age, Salary & Selection Process

The Odisha Government has announced the Sishu Sevika recruitment 2025 to support pre-primary education in government schools. This post provides complete details including eligibility criteria, age limits, honorarium, selection process, documents required, and important instructions.

Eligibility, Age, Salary & Selection Process

Table of Contents

1. Overview of Sishu Sevika Recruitment
2. Eligibility Criteria
3. Age Limit & Relaxation
4. Honorarium / Salary
5. Selection Process
6. Documents Required
7. How to Apply
8. Other Important Details

Overview of Sishu Sevika Recruitment

Sishu Sevika are female assistants appointed in Odisha government primary schools’ pre-primary classes (Sishu Vatikas). The main goal is to provide support in foundational education for children aged 5-6 years.

The total vacancies are approximately 45,000+ across the state.

Eligibility Criteria

• Gender: Female candidates only.
• Educational Qualification: Minimum 10th pass (Matriculation) from a recognized board. Some sources report 8th or 12th, but 10th pass is considered standard.
• Local Area: Preference may be given to candidates residing near the school.
• Language: Fluency in Odia and local dialect recommended.
• Physical & Mental Fitness: Must be capable of handling young children.

Age Limit & Relaxation

• Minimum Age: 18 years
• Maximum Age: 42 years
• Age Relaxation: As per government norms for SC/ST/OBC/PWD categories. Example: OBC +3 years, SC/ST/PWD +5 years.

Honorarium / Salary

Selected Sishu Sevika will receive an honorarium of ₹3,000 per month. The funding is provided under the Samagra Shiksha program.

Selection Process

The selection process does not include any written exam or skill test. It is purely based on:

• Document verification
• Merit list prepared by the School Management Committee (SMC)
• Local preference and eligibility

Documents Required

• 10th Pass Certificate / Marksheet
• Caste Certificate (if applicable)
• Birth Certificate
• Identity Proof (Aadhaar / Voter ID / Passport)
• Address Proof

How to Apply

Application is usually offline, submitted to the concerned School / District Education Office (DEO). Keep all required documents ready before submission.

Some districts may have online portals – check official district SME / OSEPA notifications.

Other Important Details

• Engagement is contractual / temporary for pre-primary academic session.
• Working hours depend on school timings, usually during the Sishu Vatika classes.
• Priority may be given to candidates from SC/ST/OBC and local residents.
• This is a great opportunity for women to contribute to children’s education and community development in Odisha.