Odisha Adarsha Vidyalaya (OAV) has released an official notification for the recruitment of 06 Warden, Head Cook and More Posts. Interested and eligible candidates can apply Offline through the official OAV website. The last date to submit the application form is 05-01-2026. In this article, you’ll find the OAV Warden, Head Cook and More Posts recruitment details, including eligibility criteria, age limit, salary structure, selection process, application steps, and direct links to the official notification and Offline application form.
OAV Warden, Cook, Sweeper Recruitment 2025 Overview
| Company Name | Odisha Adarsha Vidyalaya, Sutei, Remuna, Balasore (OAV) |
| Post Name | Warden, Head Cook, Assistant Cook, Chowkidar-cum-Sweeper |
| Advertisement Number | 01/2025-26 |
| Total Vacancy Count | 6 |
| Minimum Age | 21 years (Minimum across all posts) |
| Maximum Age | 60 years (Maximum across all posts) |
| Qualification | B.A./B.Sc. / 10th Pass / Good cooking experience |
| Start Date for Apply | 05.12.2025 (Date of advertisement) |
| Last Date for Apply | 05.01.2026 |
| Official Website | balasore.odisha.gov.in |
| Minimum Salary | ₹6,750/- per month (Assistant Cook) |
| Maximum Salary | ₹21,175/- per month (Warden) |
OAV Recruitment 2025 Vacancy Details
Total number of vacancies is 6 across four different positions:
| Position Name | Gender | No. of Posts |
| Warden | Female | 1 |
| Head Cook | Female | 1 |
| Assistant Cook | Female | 2 |
| Chowkidar-cum-Sweeper | Male/Female (2 Female, 1 Male Total) | 2 (Total in context of this specific ad's breakdown) |
| Total Vacancies | 6 |
Eligibility Criteria
- Qualifications (Warden): B.A/B.Sc from any recognized University.
- Qualifications (Head Cook / Assistant Cook): Good cooking experience and ability to use LPG.
- Qualifications (Chowkidar-cum-Sweeper): Must have passed HSC Examination (10th Pass).
- Essential qualifications: The preference shall be given to the local candidate preferably from the block area, then adjacent block, then the district.
- Desirable: For cooks, being trained in cookery is preferred and given weightage. For Warden, at least 2 years experience in hostel management is preferred.
- Experience: Minimum 2 years in hostel management for Warden (desirable), and cooking experience for cook roles.
Salary/Stipend
Remuneration is a fixed monthly amount, including the EPF share of both employee and employer.
- Warden: Rs. 21,175/- per month.
- Head Cook: Rs. 9,000/- per month.
- Assistant Cook: Rs. 6,750/- per month.
- Chowkidar-cum-Sweeper: Rs. 7,500/- per month.
Age Limit (as on 05-12-2025)
Age is calculated as on the date of advertisement.
- Warden: 30 to 60 Years.
- Head Cook: 30 to 40 years.
- Assistant Cook: 21 to 32 years.
- Chowkidar-cum-Sweeper: 21 to 32 years.
- Retired teachers within 62 years of age may also be engaged as Warden.
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
| Advertisement Date | 05.12.2025 |
| Last Date for receipt of application via Registered/Speed Post | 05.01.2026 |
Selection Process
- The process involves screening applications based on qualifications and supporting documents.
- For cook positions, a physical cooking test of some items will be conducted by a committee to evaluate deliciousness, cooking time, and hygiene.
- Selection seems to be based on the evaluation/interview process by a district committee as per Govt guidelines.
General Information/Instructions
- All posts are purely temporary and contractual.
- Warden, Head Cook, and Assistant Cooks must stay in the hostel 24x7.
- Local applicants are given priority.
- Incomplete applications or applications received after the final date will not be considered.
- Applications sent by means other than Registered Post / Speed Post will be rejected.
- Authorities reserve the right to cancel the advertisement without citing any reason.
How To Apply
- Candidates must fill the prescribed application form (available with the notification).
- Attach self-attested photocopies of required certificates (educational, experience, date of birth, residential proof) and two passport-size color photographs.
- Send the complete application form and enclosures via Registered Post / Speed Post only.
- The envelope must clearly mention the name of the applied post on top.
- The application must reach the address: Odisha Adarsha Vidyalaya, Sutei, Remuna, Balasore - 756056 by 05-01-2026.
OAV Recruitment 2025 Important Links
- Application Form: Click here
- Official Notification PDF: Click here
- Official Website: Click here
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OAV Recruitment 2025 - FAQs
1. What is the last date to apply for OAV Recruitment 2025?
Ans: The last date for applications to reach the office via speed/registered post is January 5, 2026.
2. How many total vacancies are available across all posts?
Ans: There are a total of 6 vacancies available for Warden, Head Cook, Assistant Cook, and Chowkidar-cum-Sweeper.
3. What is the required qualification for the Warden position?
Ans: A B.A. or B.Sc. degree from a recognized university is required for the Warden position.
4. What is the monthly salary for the Head Cook?
Ans: The consolidated monthly remuneration for the Head Cook is Rs. 9,000/-.
5. Are male candidates eligible for the Warden position?
Ans: For a girls' hostel (which this appears to be, based on the 'Female' mention in vacancy count), only female wardens would be selected. Guidelines allow both male/female depending on the hostel type.

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