Archive · 30 Dec 2025
Odisha's Severe Job Crisis: Thousands Compete for Few Home Guard Posts
In Odisha, a lot of young people are having a hard time finding jobs.
Recently, over 8,000 people applied for just 183 jobs as Home Guards in Sambalpur.
The test was held on an airstrip because there wasn't enough space elsewhere.
The government says they are creating jobs, but the opposition says they are not doing enough.
Home Guards help the police and get a small daily pay.
Many people who applied have higher degrees but are still competing for these jobs because there aren't many other options.
Over 8,000 applicants competed for 183 Home Guard posts in Sambalpur, Odisha.
The exam was held on an airstrip to accommodate all candidates and ensure transparency.
Home Guards receive a daily allowance of Rs 639 and have opportunities for future police recruitment.
The high number of applicants highlights the severe job crisis in Odisha.
The BJP government and Congress party have opposing views on job creation in the state.
- Who
- Over 8,000 educated youths in Odisha
- What
- Competed for 183 Home Guard posts
- When
- On December 16
- Where
- Jamadarpali Airstrip, Sambalpur, Odisha
- Why
- Due to a severe job crisis and lack of stable employment opportunities
BJP Government
Congress Party
Job Creation
BJP Government
The BJP government has created job opportunities, with 37,371 educated youths appointed in government services since June 2024.
Congress Party
The BJP government has failed to create adequate jobs in the public sector, leading to youth migration and underqualified job applications.
- Location
- Sambalpur, Odisha
- Number of Applicants
- Over 8,000
- Number of Posts
- 183
- Job Type
- Home Guard
- Daily Allowance
- Rs 639
- Exam Date
- December 16
- Exam Location
- Jamadarpali Airstrip
- Minimum Qualification
- Completion of class 5
