Odisha Police Constable Recruitment 2026 Apply Online for 7,268 Posts

Odisha Police Constable Recruitment 2026 - Apply Online for 7268 Constable, Firefighter and Driver Posts

Odisha Uniformed Services Staff Selection Commission (OUSSSC) has issued the recruitment notification for 7,268 vacancies in Odisha Police for the Combined Uniformed Services (Below Graduate Level) Examination 2026. Constable (Civil), Constable (Communication), Constable OISF, Firefighter, Firefighting Driver, Driver PMT, Traffic Constable. 23 October 2026 to 12 November 2026 – Online applications open. Candidates are requested to refer the official notification for eligibility norms like educational qualifications, age limit, physical standards etc.

Job Details

Particulars	Details
Recruiting Authority	Odisha Uniformed Services Staff Selection Commission (OUSSSC)
Recruitment Name	Combined Uniformed Services (Below Graduate Level) Examination 2026
Advertisement Number	01-CRE-2026/OUSSSC
Total Vacancies	7,268
Post Names	Constable, Firefighter, Driver and other posts
Job Location	Odisha
Application Mode	Online
Registration Start Date	23 October 2026
Last Date to Apply	12 November 2026
Last Date for Fee Payment	13 November 2026
Selection Process	Written Examination, Physical Tests and other prescribed stages
Official Website	https://ousssc.odisha.gov.in

Total Posts - Post-Wise Details

Post Name	Vacancies
Constable (Civil)	4,219
Constable (Communication)	300
Constable OISF	2,212
Firefighter	317
Firefighting Driver	62
Driver PMT	154
Traffic Constable	4
Total	7,268

A total of 7,268 vacancies have been declared under seven categories
The vacancy distribution is as per official advertisement and subsequent corrections/updations issued by the commission.

Important Dates

Recruitment Event	Date
Notification Release	23 October 2026
Online Registration Begins	23 October 2026
Last Date for Registration and Application Submission	12 November 2026
Last Date for Online Fee Payment	13 November 2026
Written Examination	To be announced
Admit Card	To be announced

Applicants are encouraged to apply well in advance of the deadlines to avoid last minute technical issues.
Candidates have to check the official website for examination dates, admit cards and further recruitment notices on regular basis.

Educational Qualification

The educational qualification depends on the post selected by the candidate.

• Constable (Civil)- Candidates generally need to have passed the Higher Secondary (+2) examination or an equivalent qualification.
• Constable (Communication)- Candidates must meet the science or relevant technical diploma requirements.
• Constable OISF- Candidates generally need to have passed Class 10 or an equivalent examination.
• Firefighter- Candidates generally need to have passed Class 12 or an equivalent qualification.
• Firefighting Driver- Candidates must satisfy the educational qualification and applicable driving requirements.
• Driver PMT- Candidates must fulfil the educational and driving eligibility conditions.
• Traffic Constable-Candidates must meet the required qualification specified in the advertisement.

Candidates must also satisfy the Odia language requirements and any post‑specific conditions. The official notification must be treated as the authority, on eligibility.

Driving License Requirements

• Firefighting Driver- Candidates must have a valid Heavy Motor Vehicle (HMV) driving license as on the prescribed cut-off date.
• For PMT Driver- Candidates should have a valid (prescribed) driving licence as Light Motor Vehicle (LMV) or HMV.

Validity of the driving license and the category of vehicle for which the license is valid will be checked during the recruitment process. Candidates are advised to see the exact driving conditions of the post they have opted for.

Age Limit

Age limit will be as per the post. The recruitment particulars published show the following broad age ranges, calculated as at 1 January 2026.

Post Name	Reported Age Range
Constable (Civil)	18–26 years
Constable (Communication)	18–23 years
Constable OISF	18–23 years
Firefighter	18–25 years
Firefighting Driver	18–25 years
Driver PMT	18–23 years
Traffic Constable	21–32 years

The age relaxation for the eligible reserved categories and other applicable categories will be as per the Official Notification. Candidates are advised to check the age eligibility for the post applied before applying for it.

Selection Process

Depending on the position, the selection process may involve the following stages

1. Written Examination
2. Physical Measurement Test (PMT)
3. Physical Efficiency Test (PET).
4. Applicable driver takes driving test.
5. Medical examination.
6. Checking of documents. 

Physical and driving tests may vary depending on the position. Candidates should prepare according to the relevant syllabus, physical standards and selection rules mentioned in the official advertisement.

Exam Subjects

1. Odia Language
2. English Language
3. General Knowledge
4. Quantitative Aptitude and Reasoning
5. Basic Computer Literacy

Exam Pattern

Total Questions	100
Total Marks	100
Duration	120 Minutes

The examination has a negative marking scheme where 0.25 marks will be deducted for each incorrect answer. No marks will be awarded for unattempted questions.

Constable (Communication) Special Written Exam
Candidates applying for Constable (Communication) have to appear in an additional exam based on +2 Science standards.

Subject	Details
Physics	Included
Computer Science	Included
Total Questions	100 MCQs
Total Marks	300
Duration	120 Minutes
Negative Marking	0.75 Marks per Incorrect Answer

Particulars	Details
Topics	Basic Knowledge of Vehicles and Maintenance; Traffic Signals, Road Safety and Rules
Total Questions	50 MCQs
Total Marks	50
Duration	60 Minutes
Negative Marking	0.25 Marks per Incorrect Answer

Physical Standards

Category	Height	Weight	Chest (Unexpanded / Expanded)
UR and SEBC Men	168 cm	55 kg	79 cm / 84 cm
UR and SEBC Women	158 cm	47.5 kg	Not Applicable
SC and ST Men	163 cm	50 kg	76 cm / 81 cm
SC and ST Women	153 cm	45 kg	Not Applicable

Event	Men	Women
Running (1.6 km)	7 Minutes	9 Minutes
Long Jump	3.66 Metres in 3 Attempts	2.75 Metres in 3 Attempts
Shot Put	4 Metres with 7.26 kg Shot in 3 Attempts	3 Metres with 4 kg Shot in 3 Attempts

How to Apply Online for Odisha Police Recruitment 2026

Use the following steps to submit your application

1. Go to the official website of OUSSSC that is https://ousssc.odisha.gov.in/ Locate Combined Uniformed Services (Below Graduate Level) Examination 2026 recruitment advertisement.
2. Please read the official notification carefully.
3. Please complete the required details to finish the registration process.
4. Access the portal for the application
5. Choose the correct post and enter your personal, educational and other information as asked.
6. Upload the required documents, photograph and signature as per the specifications.
7. If required, pay the applicable application fee.
8. Please review all details before submitting the application.
9. Save or print the submitted application form and payment receipt for future reference.

Required Documents

• Applicants should keep the following documents for above posts
• Recent colour passport-size photograph.
• Scanned signature and left thumb impression.
• Class 10 pass certificate and marksheet.
• Class 12 or equivalent educational qualification certificates and marksheets.
• Relevant diploma or higher qualification certificate, where applicable.
• Valid caste certificate for eligible reserved category candidates.
• Valid identity proof.
• Odia language qualification certificate, where applicable.
• Driving licence for posts requiring one.
• Ex-Serviceman or Ex-AgniVeer documents, where applicable.
• NCC certificate, where applicable.
• Sports certificate, where applicable.
• Home Guard or Group-D service certificate, where applicable.
• Other supporting documents required under the official advertisement.

Important Links

Link Description	Link
Apply Online / Registration	Click Here
Official Advertisement and Recruitment Notices	Download Here
Application Login and Status	Click Here
Official Website	Click Here