Odisha Police Recruitment 2026: Apply Online for 7,268 Constable, Firefighter & Driver Vacancies
⚡ Mega State Recruitment Notice: The Odisha Uniformed Services Staff Selection Commission (OUSSSC) has commenced online applications for the Combined Uniformed Services (Below Graduate Level) Examination – 2026 (Advt. No. 01-CRE-2026/OUSSSC) to fill 7,268 vacancies. The recruitment encompasses seven major cadres: Constable Civil (4,219 posts), Constable OISF (2,212 posts), Firefighter (317 posts), Constable Communication (300 posts), Driver PMT (154 posts), Firefighting Driver (62 posts), and Traffic Constable (4 posts).
Educational Qualifications: 10th (Matriculation) pass for Constable OISF; Higher Secondary (+2) for Constable Civil, Firefighter, and Traffic Constable; +2 Science/Diploma for Communication; and Driving Licence for Police Driver posts. Candidates must possess Odia language proficiency.
Registration Window & Fee Policy: The online registration portal is live from 23 October 2026 to 12 November 2026 (10:00 PM). The fee payment deadline is 13 November 2026. Notably, the ₹500 fee paid by General/SEBC candidates is 100% refundable upon attending the written examination, while SC/ST/PwD candidates are completely exempted.
1. Examination Architecture: Unified Combined Uniformed Services Exam (CRE-2026)
Streamlined single recruitment drive conducted by OUSSSC for multiple departments under Government of Odisha.
The Odisha Uniformed Services Staff Selection Commission (OUSSSC) was established to standardize, streamline, and expedite recruitments across the uniformed departments of Odisha. Under Advt. No. 01-CRE-2026/OUSSSC, the commission has integrated seven distinct frontline protection and emergency response cadres into a unified Combined Uniformed Services (Below Graduate Level) Examination.
Civil & Industrial Police
Covers 4,219 Civil Constables for district executive policing and 2,212 Constables in the specialized Odisha Industrial Security Force (OISF) safeguarding key infrastructure and public assets.
Fire & Emergency Services
Encompasses 317 Firefighter positions and 62 specialized Firefighting Drivers operating modern rescue and disaster intervention vehicles across Odisha Fire stations.
Technical & Mobility Wings
Includes 300 Communication Constables managing wireless and tactical networks, 154 Driver PMT (Police Motor Transport) operators, and 4 Traffic Constables.
2. Post-Wise Vacancy Breakup: Distribution of 7,268 Uniformed Posts
Official distribution of vacancies across all participating departments under Advt. No. 01-CRE-2026/OUSSSC.
| Post Name | Department / Service Cadre | Total Vacancies | Minimum Educational Benchmark |
|---|---|---|---|
| Constable (Civil) | District Police Cadre (Odisha Police) | 4,219 | Higher Secondary (+2) in any stream |
| Constable (OISF) | Odisha Industrial Security Force | 2,212 | Class 10th (Matriculation) Pass |
| Firefighter | Directorate of Fire & Emergency Services | 317 | +2 / Higher Secondary Pass |
| Constable (Communication) | Signals & Wireless Branch (Police) | 300 | +2 Science / 3-Yr Diploma / ITI Trade |
| Driver PMT | Police Motor Transport Wing | 154 | 10th Pass + Valid Driving Licence (HMV/LMV) |
| Firefighting Driver | Odisha Fire Service Stations | 62 | +2 / 10th + Valid HMV Driving Licence |
| Traffic Constable | Urban Police / Traffic Wings | 4 | +2 / Higher Secondary Pass |
| Total Combined Vacancies | 7,268 Posts | State & District Cadre Posts | |
3. Eligibility Criteria: Academic Qualifications, Driver Licences & Odia Test
Mandatory statutory requirements that every candidate must satisfy on or before the application closing date.
A. Post-Specific Educational Qualifications
- Constable (Civil) & Traffic Constable: Must have passed Higher Secondary Examination (+2 / Intermediate) conducted by the Council of Higher Secondary Education (CHSE), Odisha or any equivalent examination recognized by the Government.
- Constable (OISF): Must have passed the Class 10 (High School Certificate / Matriculation) Examination conducted by the Board of Secondary Education (BSE), Odisha or equivalent board.
- Firefighter: Must have passed Higher Secondary (+2) Examination from a recognized council or board.
- Constable (Communication): Must possess +2 Examination in Science with Physics and Mathematics, OR a 3-year Engineering Diploma, OR a National Trade Certificate (NTC) / ITI in relevant electronics/telecommunication trades.
- Driver Posts (Firefighting Driver & Driver PMT): Must have passed Class 10th or +2 and must hold a valid statutory Driving Licence (Heavy Motor Vehicle - HMV or Light Motor Vehicle - LMV) with unblemished driving history.
📜 Mandatory Odia Language Proficiency Standard
Candidates must be of sound character and must be able to read, write, and speak Odia fluently. Additionally, the applicant must have passed:
- Middle School Examination (Class VII) with Odia as a language subject; OR
- High School Certificate (HSC / 10th) examination with Odia as a medium of examination in non-language subjects; OR
- Passed in Odia language in ME School standard conducted by the School & Mass Education Department of Odisha.
4. Post-Wise Age Limits & Category Age Relaxation Table
Age limits reckoned strictly as on 01 January 2026 as notified by OUSSSC.
| Cadre / Post Name | Prescribed Age Limit (as on 01.01.2026) | Applicable Upper Age Relaxations |
|---|---|---|
| Constable (Civil) | 18 to 26 Years |
Category-Wise Relaxations: • 5 Years: For SC, ST, SEBC (OBC of Odisha), and all Women candidates. • Ex-Servicemen: Full military service duration + 3 years. • Home Guards: Up to 5 years relaxation provided they have completed 3 years of enrollment. |
| Constable (OISF) | 18 to 23 Years | |
| Firefighter | 18 to 25 Years | |
| Constable (Communication) | 18 to 23 Years | |
| Driver PMT | 18 to 23 Years | |
| Firefighting Driver | 18 to 25 Years | |
| Traffic Constable | 21 to 32 Years |
5. Physical Standards Test (PST/PMT) & Physical Efficiency Test (PET)
Prescribed bodily measurements and field fitness standards for male and female aspirants.
Physical Measurement Test (PST / PMT)
• Height: Minimum 168 CM
• Weight: Minimum 55 KG
• Chest: Unexpanded 79 CM, Expanded 84 CM (5 cm expansion)
• Height: Minimum 163 CM
• Weight: Minimum 50 KG
• Chest: Unexpanded 76 CM, Expanded 81 CM (5 cm expansion)
• Height: Minimum 158 CM
• Weight: Minimum 47.5 KG (Chest measurement not applicable)
• Height: Minimum 153 CM
• Weight: Minimum 45 KG
Physical Efficiency Test (PET - Qualifying)
• Male Candidates (All Categories): Complete 1.6 KM within 6 Minutes 30 Seconds.
• Female Candidates (All Categories): Complete 1.6 KM within 8 Minutes 30 Seconds.
• Male Candidates: 3.66 Meters (cleared in maximum 3 chances).
• Female Candidates: 2.75 Meters (cleared in maximum 3 chances).
* Note: PET events carry no marks but are strictly qualifying. Failure to meet standard time or jump distance results in disqualification.
6. Written Examination Blueprint: 100 Marks MCQ Structure & Negative Penalty
Scoring structure, subject allocations, and composite time duration for the written assessment.
100 MCQs
1 Mark Per Question (100 Marks)120 Minutes
2 Hours Single Sitting0.25 Mark
1/4th Deduction Per Wrong Answer• Bilingual Medium: Questions are set in both Odia and English (except specific language comprehension segments).
• Subject Modules: Tests Odia Language (grammar & vocabulary), English Language, Arithmetic (Matric standard), Logical Reasoning, General Knowledge, Current Affairs, and Basic Computer Fundamentals.
• Merit Ranking: Marks secured in the written examination form the sole basis for provisional selection merit list subject to qualifying the physical tests and document verification.
7. Step-by-Step Guide: How to Apply Online at ousssc.odisha.gov.in
Seamless registration procedure for filling the Combined Uniformed Services online form.
- Access the Official Portal: Visit the official OUSSSC candidate portal at ousssceabedana.odisha.gov.in or visit ousssc.odisha.gov.in.
- New User Registration: Click on "Register New Account" and enter your functional Mobile Number and Email ID. Verify credentials via OTP.
- Fill Demographic & Academic Data: Complete the candidate profile with Name, Father's Name, Mother's Name, Date of Birth strictly matching Class 10th certificates.
- Select Post Preferences: Select your preferred order of choice among Constable Civil, Constable OISF, Firefighter, Communication, PMT Driver, Fire Driver, and Traffic Constable based on your educational qualifications.
- Upload Scanned Credentials: Upload clear passport photograph, signature, 10th/12th marksheets, Odia language pass certificate, and valid caste/SEBC certificates.
- Fee Payment: Pay the online fee (₹500 for UR/SEBC; ₹0 for SC/ST) through Net Banking, Debit/Credit Card, or UPI on or before 13 November 2026.
- Final Submission & Print: Submit the application and download the acknowledgement receipt with the generated Application Registration Number.
8. Application Fee Details & 100% Refund Policy on Exam Attendance
Beneficial student-friendly fee policy implemented by the Government of Odisha.
💰 Examination Fee Structure & Refund Guarantee
• UR / General & SEBC Candidates: ₹500/- application fee.
• SC / ST / PwD Candidates: Completely Exempted (₹0/-).
• Attendance-Linked Refund Provision: Under OUSSSC recruitment rules, the ₹500 fee paid by General and SEBC candidates will be 100% refunded back to the candidate's bank account after they appear in the written examination, ensuring genuine aspirants face zero net financial burden!
9. Official Verified Portal Links & Notification Notice
Direct links to the official OUSSSC registration server and authentic notification documentation.
Odisha Police Combined Uniformed Services Exam 2026
Use the authentic Government of Odisha links below to fill your application and access the full syllabus: