OAV Jhulunibahal Recruitment 2026: 5 Hostel Staff Posts, Pay, Eligibility & How to Apply by Speed Post
Looking for a Government of Odisha job close to home in Malkangiri? Odisha Adarsha Vidyalaya (OAV), Jhulunibahal in Mathili block has invited applications for 5 Boys’ Hostel support posts: Warden, Chowkidar-cum-Sweeper, Head Cook and Assistant Cook. Monthly pay runs from ₹6,750 to ₹21,175, and it includes the EPF share of employee and employer. This is a good chance among the Odisha government jobs for candidates from the Malkangiri area.
There is no online form here. You must send your filled application by Speed Post only, and the last date is 31 October 2026. In this guide we explain the vacancies, qualification, age limit, pay, selection and the exact postal steps in simple words. Read it fully, then check the notification PDF once before you post. Stay with GovtJobsAlert.in for more updates.
Key Highlights – OAV Jhulunibahal Malkangiri Hostel Staff Recruitment 2026
Odisha Adarsha Vidyalaya, Jhulunibahal (Block Mathili, District Malkangiri) is a CBSE-affiliated school under the Ministry of School & Mass Education, Government of Odisha. The advertisement is issued by the Principal, by order of the Collector and DM cum Chairman of the OAV. These posts are only for the Boys’ Hostel of this school.
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Organisation | Odisha Adarsha Vidyalaya, Jhulunibahal |
| Posts | Warden, Chowkidar-cum-Sweeper, Head Cook, Assistant Cook |
| Total Vacancies | 5 |
| Pay | ₹6,750 – ₹21,175 per month |
| Job Location | Boys’ Hostel, OAV Jhulunibahal, Mathili, Malkangiri |
| Application Mode | Offline, by Speed Post only |
| Last Date | 31 October 2026 |
How Many Vacancies Are There in OAV Jhulunibahal Recruitment 2026?
The notification gives one seat for most posts and two for Assistant Cook. It does not give any category-wise split of seats, so we have not made one.
| Post Name | Vacancies | Monthly Pay |
|---|---|---|
| Warden | 1 | ₹21,175 |
| Chowkidar-cum-Sweeper | 1 | ₹7,500 |
| Head Cook | 1 | ₹9,000 |
| Assistant Cook | 2 | ₹6,750 |
| Total | 5 | – |
What is the Eligibility for OAV Jhulunibahal Hostel Staff 2026?
Educational Qualification
Each post has its own requirement. Read your row carefully before you apply.
| Post | Requirement |
|---|---|
| Warden | BA / BSc from any recognised university, plus at least 2 years of experience in hostel management |
| Chowkidar-cum-Sweeper | Must have passed the HSC examination |
| Head Cook | No educational qualification is stated. Training in cookery gets preference and due weightage. Must be well conversant with using LPG |
| Assistant Cook | No educational qualification is stated. Must have experience in cooking, and the other qualities listed for the Head Cook |
If you hold a graduate degree, see more graduate government jobs on our site. A few more points from the notification:
- All four posts are listed for the Boys’ Hostel, and the hostel guidelines say the posts are for men in a boys’ hostel.
- Warden, Head Cook and Assistant Cook must stay in the hostel 24 x 7.
- The Head Cook must be perfectly hygienic in dress and cooking habits.
- For Warden, local candidates get preference, preferably from the Mathili block area. If none is available, candidates from an adjacent block of the district are considered.
- The guidelines also allow a willing in-service OAV teacher to act as Warden for an extra ₹3,000 per month, or a retired teacher up to 62 years of age on the date of engagement.
Age Limit
The age is counted as on the date of the advertisement (1 October 2026).
| Post | Age Limit |
|---|---|
| Warden | 30 – 60 years |
| Chowkidar-cum-Sweeper | 21 – 32 years |
| Head Cook | 30 – 40 years |
| Assistant Cook | 21 – 32 years |
The notification does not mention any age relaxation for any category.
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What is the Salary for OAV Jhulunibahal Hostel Staff 2026?
This is a fixed monthly remuneration, not a pay-scale post. As the notification states, the amount includes the EPF share of the employee and the employer.
| Post | Monthly Remuneration |
|---|---|
| Warden | ₹21,175 |
| Head Cook | ₹9,000 |
| Chowkidar-cum-Sweeper | ₹7,500 |
| Assistant Cook | ₹6,750 |
Since both EPF shares are inside this figure, take-home will be lower than the amount shown. The notification does not describe any other allowance.
What is the Selection Process for OAV Jhulunibahal Hostel Posts?
The advertisement does not list any exam stage. It says the staff are to be selected by the district as per the government guideline. Do not take this as a promise of any particular method, because the authority also reserves the right to cancel any or all applications without giving a reason.
| Stage | Detail |
|---|---|
| Application | Complete forms with the listed documents, received by the due date |
| Warden preference | Local candidates, preferably from the Mathili block |
| Cook posts | A committee does a practical cooking test of some items. It checks taste, time taken, and hygiene in the kitchen, and picks the best |
| Extra weightage | Cookery training earns preference and due weightage |
How to Apply for OAV Jhulunibahal Recruitment 2026 by Speed Post?
The route here is offline. There is no online portal and no fee payment step. Keep your documents ready before you start.
- Download the application form from the district website or the OAV website (links in Essential Links below).
- Fill the form in CAPITAL LETTERS and stick a passport-size photograph in the box. Choose your category as UR, SEBC, SC or ST.
- Write the post you are applying for. The form covers Warden, Head Cook, Assistant Cook and Chowkidar-cum-Sweeper.
- Fill your date of birth, Aadhar number, educational details, contact details and sign the declaration.
- Attach self-attested photocopies of your certificates (list below).
- Put the papers in a cover and send them by Speed Post to: The Principal, Odisha Adarsha Vidyalaya Jhulunibahal, At: Jhulunibahal, Post: Mathili, District: Malkangiri, PIN 764044, Odisha.
- Apply by 31 October 2026. Do not use any other mode of sending.
Documents to attach: HSC certificate and mark sheet, +2 certificate and mark sheet, BA/BSc certificate and mark sheet, caste certificate, Aadhar card, residence certificate, experience certificate in hostel management (for Warden) and 2 passport-size photographs.
Important conditions from the notification:
- An application sent by any mode other than Speed Post will not be entertained.
- Incomplete forms received after the due date will be summarily rejected.
- The authority will not be responsible for postal delay. Post early, because the notice does not say whether the date means posting or receiving.
- If any information is found false or fabricated at any stage, your candidature will be cancelled or rejected.
- The authority can cancel any or all applications without assigning any reason.
What are the Important Dates for OAV Jhulunibahal Recruitment 2026?
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Date of Advertisement | 1 October 2026 |
| Application Start | From the date of advertisement (no separate start date given) |
| Last Date to Apply (Speed Post) | 31 October 2026 |
| Exam Date | Not mentioned in the notification |
Is There Any Application Fee for OAV Jhulunibahal Recruitment 2026?
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| All candidates | Not mentioned in the notification |
The advertisement does not name any application fee or payment mode, so do not send any money with your form.
Essential Links – OAV Jhulunibahal Malkangiri Recruitment 2026
- Download Official Notification PDF – OAV Jhulunibahal Hostel Staff Advertisement
- Visit Malkangiri District Website (Application Form)
- Download Application Form – OAV Jhulunibahal Page (oav.edu.in)
- Join WhatsApp Channel for Government Jobs
- Join Telegram Channel for Government Jobs
- Join Odisha Government Jobs Telegram Channel
If you live around Mathili and meet the requirement for your post, do not wait for the last week. Fill the form neatly, attach self-attested copies and send it by Speed Post so that it gets there by 31 October 2026. Keep visiting GovtJobsAlert.in for more other government jobs and fresh Odisha alerts. All the best!