Reservation Guidelines for 2 or 3 Posts – ST&SC Department, Odisha
Reservation Guidelines for 2 or 3 Sanctioned Posts
Issued by: ST&SC Development Department, Government of Odisha
Document Title: Reservation Principle for Limited Sanction Strength
Description: This circular clarifies how reservation principles shall be applied where the sanctioned strength of posts within a cadre is restricted to two or three positions. The Odisha ST&SC Development Department lays down a framework that balances representation and practicality, enabling consistent roster formation across departments. These rules aim to comply with constitutional norms and ensure fair access to opportunities for SC and ST candidates without disproportionate impact on operational staffing.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What will be the reservation in case of sanctioned strength of 2 posts?
A: One post is kept unreserved and the second reserved, following rotation guidelines issued by the ST&SC Department.
Q: What will be the reservation in case of sanctioned strength of 3 posts?
A: One post is unreserved, one is reserved for SC, and one for ST, ensuring equitable distribution within the sanctioned strength.
Q: Are these norms compulsory for recruitment authorities?
A: Yes, the circular mandates all appointing bodies and panels to follow these instructions uniformly in roster formation and advertisement.
Q: Is the document available for public download?
A: Yes, the official circular is accessible via the PDF download link and embedded preview above. All appointing authorities and candidates may refer to it during recruitment and verification.