Odisha Police Constable Recruitment 2026 is part of this OUSSSC drive, and applications are open until 12 November 2026. The Odisha Uniformed Services Staff Selection Commission (OUSSSC) has released a big recruitment drive for 7,268 posts under the Combined Uniformed Services (Below Graduate Level) Examination-2026. The posts include Constable (Civil), Constable (Communication), Constable OISF, Firefighter, Firefighting Driver, Driver PMT and Traffic Constable.
If you have passed Class 10 or +2 and want a career in the Odisha Police or Fire Services, this is one of the largest openings of the year. Online applications opened on 23 October 2026 and close on 12 November 2026. Below, you will find the vacancy details, eligibility, fee, selection process and the exact steps to apply. Every figure here is taken from the official advertisement (Advertisement No. 01-CRE-2026/OUSSSC, dated 23.10.2026). For other police posts, see our Odisha Police Recruitment 2026 guide.
Odisha Police Constable Recruitment 2026: Overview
| Detail | Information |
| Recruiting body | Odisha Uniformed Services Staff Selection Commission (OUSSSC) |
| Examination | Combined Uniformed Services (Below Graduate Level) Examination-2026 |
| Advertisement No. | 01-CRE-2026/OUSSSC, dated 23.10.2026 |
| Total posts | 7,268 |
| Application mode | Online only, at ousssc.odisha.gov.in |
| Application fee | ₹500 (SC and ST candidates exempt) |
| Official website | ousssc.odisha.gov.in |
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
| Advertisement published | 23 October 2026 |
| Online registration starts | 23 October 2026 (5:00 PM) |
| Last date to register and submit | 12 November 2026 (10:00 PM) |
| Last date for online fee payment | 13 November 2026 (10:00 PM) |
| Admit card | On the website, about one week before the written exam |
| Written exam date | Not announced yet. Watch the OUSSSC website |
Tip: The portal will be switched off at 10:00 PM on 12 November. Do not wait for the last day, when servers are usually slow.
Post-wise Vacancy Details
| Post | Vacancies | Age limit (as on 01.01.2026) |
| Constable (Civil) | 4,219 | 18–26 years |
| Constable (Communication) | 300 | 18–23 years |
| Constable OISF | 2,212 | 18–23 years |
| Firefighter | 317 | 18–25 years |
| Firefighting Driver | 62 | 18–25 years |
| Driver PMT | 154 | 18–23 years |
| Traffic Constable | 4 | 21–32 years |
| Total | 7,268 |
Category-wise (UR, SC, ST, SEBC) post with separate seats for women, ex-servicemen, sportspersons and ex-Agniveers are researved. For example, 1,393 of the 4,219 Constable (Civil) posts are for women. The full category table is in Section 2 of the advertisement. For Firefighter, Firefighting Driver and Driver PMT, the table shows women’s reservation as “NA” (not applicable).
Eligibility Criteria
Educational Qualification
- Constable (Civil), Firefighter, Firefighting Driver, Traffic Constable: +2 pass (CHSE Odisha or equivalent).
- Constable (Communication): +2 Science with Physics, Chemistry and Maths/Electronics/Statistics/Computer Science/IT, or a 3-year engineering diploma.
- Constable OISF and Driver PMT: Class 10 (HSC) pass.
- Firefighting Driver: a valid Heavy Motor Vehicle (HMV) licence held for at least one year before 23.10.2026.
- Driver PMT: a valid LMV or HMV licence held for at least six months before 23.10.2026.
Age Relaxation
- SC, ST, SEBC candidates and women of all categories: 5 years.
- Ex-servicemen: the length of their service in the Defence forces.
- Ex-Agniveers: 3 years.
- Only one type of relaxation can be claimed. Your date of birth is taken from your Class 10 certificate.
Odia Language and Other Conditions
You must be an Indian citizen and be able to speak, read and write Odia. As proof, you need one of these: a pass in the M.E. school exam with Odia as a language; Class 10 (HSC) passed with Odia as the medium in a non-language subject; Odia studied as a language subject in the Class VII final exam or higher; or a pass in the Odia test of M.E. school standard held by the Board of Secondary Education, Odisha. Candidates must also have good character and sound health, and must not have more than one living spouse.
Physical Standards
| Category | Height | Weight | Chest (men) |
| UR & SEBC – Men | 168 cm | 55 kg | 79 cm (84 cm expanded) |
| UR & SEBC – Women | 158 cm | 47.5 kg | Not applicable |
| SC & ST – Men | 163 cm | 50 kg | 76 cm (81 cm expanded) |
| SC & ST – Women | 153 cm | 45 kg | Not applicable |
Application Fee
- ₹500 for all candidates except SC and ST, who pay nothing.
- Pay online by net banking, debit/credit card or UPI.
- The ₹500 is refunded to candidates who actually appear in the written exam. The refund goes back to the same account it was paid from, so pay from your own account. If you skip the exam, there is no refund.
Selection Process
- Written exam (CBT): 100 MCQs for 100 marks in 120 minutes. It covers Odia, English, General Knowledge, Quantitative Aptitude and Reasoning, and Basic Computer Literacy at Class 10 level. Each wrong answer costs 0.25 marks. Constable (Communication) candidates take an extra paper (Physics and Computer Science, 300 marks), and driver posts take a 50-mark vehicle and road-safety paper.
- Physical Measurement (PM) and Physical Efficiency Test (PET): qualifying only. For example, a 1.6 km run in 7 minutes for men and 9 minutes for women, plus long jump and shot put. Firefighters also have swimming, rope climbing and a load-carrying test. Ex-Agniveers are exempt from the PET.
- Driving test for licence holders who claim it: 3 bonus marks for an LMV licence and 5 for HMV (Constable Civil, OISF, Driver PMT, Firefighting Driver).
- Medical examination by a medical board.
- Document verification.
The final merit list is based on written marks plus any driving-test and NCC bonus marks (1, 2 or 3 marks for NCC A, B or C certificates). The advertisement says there will be no reserve or waiting list.
How to Apply Online: Step by Step
- Go to the official website ousssc.odisha.gov.in. Under “What’s New”, find the advertisement dated 23/10/2026 and click Click Here to Apply.
- Basic Registration (one time): enter your name, date of birth, gender, and father’s and mother’s names exactly as on your Class 10 certificate. Verify your email and mobile with OTP. You will get an OUSSSC Registration Number and password.
- Log in with your registered email or mobile number and password, open Online Application, and click Apply against this advertisement.
- Fill the five sections: Personal Details, Other Details, Educational Qualification, Upload Profile Documents, and Preference with Preview and Submit.
- Upload a colour passport photo (taken after 1 January 2026, white background, 40–100 KB), signature (20–50 KB), left thumb impression (20–50 KB), and certificates as PDF (100–500 KB each).
- Choose your post preferences and up to three exam districts. These cannot be changed after final submission.
- Pay the ₹500 fee (if applicable) and print the confirmation page. If no confirmation page appears, the payment has failed and you must pay again.
Note: Basic registration details can be corrected only once, using the “Modify OTR” option. Check every entry before saving.
Documents to Keep Ready
- Class 10 certificate and marksheet (for date of birth)
- +2 certificate and marksheet, or diploma (as per post)
- Caste certificate (SC/ST/SEBC), if applicable
- Aadhaar card or another photo ID (Voter ID, PAN, driving licence, passport)
- Odia language proof
- Driving licence (driver posts, or to claim bonus marks)
- NCC, sports, ex-servicemen or ex-Agniveer certificates, if claiming
Official Links
- OUSSSC website: https://ousssc.odisha.gov.in
- Advertisement PDF: on the OUSSSC home page, under What’s New (23 Oct 2026), click “View Pdf”
- Application help desk (technical issues only): 0674-2916098, helpdesk2ousssc@gmail.com, 10:30 AM to 5:00 PM on working days
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the last date to apply for Odisha Police Constable Recruitment 2026?
The last date to register and submit the form is 12 November 2026 (10:00 PM). Fee payment must be completed by 13 November 2026 (10:00 PM).
Can a Class 10 pass candidate apply?
Yes, for Constable OISF (2,212 posts) and Driver PMT (154 posts, with a valid licence). Most other posts need +2.
Is the exam paper in Odia?
The questions are set in both Odia and English, except the language sections. If the two versions differ, the English version is final.
Will I get my fee back?
Yes. The ₹500 is refunded only if you appear in the written exam, and it goes back to the account you paid from.
Disclaimer: OdishaJankari is an independent information website and is not affiliated with the Government of Odisha or OUSSSC. This article is based on OUSSSC Advertisement No. 01-CRE-2026 dated 23.10.2026. Always read the full official advertisement and check the OUSSSC website for corrigenda before applying.
Department: Odisha Uniformed Services Staff Selection Commission (OUSSSC)
Official Portal: OUSSSC official website
Information Verified: October 2026
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