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Join WhatsApp ChannelJoin TelegramOdisha Police Constable Recruitment 2026: OUSSSC 7,268 Constable, OISF, Firefighter & Driver Posts – Apply Online by 12 November
The Odisha Uniformed Services Staff Selection Commission (OUSSSC) has released Advertisement No. 01-CRE-2026/OUSSSC dated 23.10.2026 for the Combined Uniformed Services (Below Graduate Level) Examination 2026. It covers 7,268 posts of Constable (Civil), Constable (Communication), Constable OISF, Firefighter, Firefighting Driver, Driver PMT and Traffic Constable. Apply online at ousssc.odisha.gov.in from 23.10.2026 (5 PM) to 12.11.2026 (10 PM). Official Notification PDF: OUSSSC Advt 01-CRE-2026 – Official Advertisement (44 pages)
7,268 Posts: Constable (Civil) 4,219, OISF 2,212, Firefighter 317 & more – Online Form 23 Oct to 12 Nov 2026
Short Summary: Qualification is +2 for most posts (Class 10 for Constable OISF and Driver PMT). Age limits differ by post (18–26 for Constable Civil) as on 01.01.2026, with 5 years' relaxation for SC/ST/SEBC and women. Fee ₹500 for all except SC/ST, refunded to those who appear. Selection: written exam, physical measurement and PET (qualifying), driving test where needed, medical and document verification.
Important Dates – Odisha Police Constable 2026 |
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| Online registration & application: | 23/10/2026 (5:00 PM) to 12/11/2026 (10:00 PM) |
| Last date to pay fee online: | 13/11/2026 (10:00 PM) |
| Written exam: | Date in admit card (OUSSSC website) |
Application Fee |
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| All candidates except SC / ST: | ₹500 |
| SC / ST: | Nil |
| Refund: | ₹500 refunded to candidates who actually appear in the exam |
| Pay the examination fee online via Debit Card, Credit Card, Net Banking, UPI, or as per options available on the official portal. | |
📺 Odisha Police Constable 2026 – Form Filling & Exam Guide
Watch our video guide covering eligibility, important dates, fee, vacancy details, and how to apply online.
Important Links |
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| Apply Online: | Apply Online – OUSSSC |
| Download Official Notification PDF: | OUSSSC Advt 01-CRE-2026 – Official Advertisement (44 pages) |
| Official Website: | OUSSSC Official Website |
| Watch Updates on YouTube: | Sarkari Job Selection YouTube |
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Post-wise Vacancies
| Post | UR | SC | ST | SEBC | Total (women) | Pay level | Age (01.01.2026) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Constable (Civil) | 2,805 | 588 | 741 | 85 | 4,219 (1,393) | Level-5 | 18–26 |
| Constable (Communication) | 165 | 41 | 68 | 26 | 300 (99) | Level-5 | 18–23 |
| Constable OISF | 1,119 | 342 | 508 | 243 | 2,212 (326) | Level-5 | 18–23 |
| Firefighter | 179 | 51 | 87 | 0 | 317 | Level-4 | 18–25 |
| Firefighting Driver | 44 | 06 | 10 | 02 | 62 | Level-4 | 18–25 |
| Driver PMT | 124 | 14 | 16 | 0 | 154 | Level-5 | 18–23 |
| Traffic Constable | 01 | 0 | 0 | 03 | 04 (01) | Level-4 | 21–32 |
| Total | 7,268 |
District-wise Constable (Civil) and battalion-wise Constable OISF vacancies are in Annexure-A and Annexure-B of the advertisement. Special reservations include ESM, sportspersons and EAV, plus 10% for Group-D police employees (Constable Civil) and Home Guards (Firefighter, Firefighting Driver, Driver PMT).
Related pages: Odisha Govt Jobs · Odisha SSB Lab Assistant 2026
Eligibility
- Constable (Civil), Firefighter, Firefighting Driver, Traffic Constable: Higher Secondary (+2) from CHSE Odisha or an equivalent board.
- Constable (Communication): +2 Science with Physics, Chemistry and Mathematics/Electronics/Statistics/Computer Science/IT, or a 3-year Engineering Diploma (SCTE&VT Odisha / AICTE).
- Constable OISF and Driver PMT: High School Certificate (Matriculation / Class 10th).
- Driving licence where the post needs it; Odia language knowledge as per the advertisement; physical measurement, PET and medical standards as per sections 16–19.
Age Limit
As on 01.01.2026: Constable (Civil) 18–26; Constable (Communication), Constable OISF and Driver PMT 18–23; Firefighter and Firefighting Driver 18–25; Traffic Constable 21–32 years. Upper age is relaxed by 5 years for SC, ST, SEBC and women, and by 3 years for Ex-Agniveers; ex-servicemen get relaxation for service rendered. Only one relaxation applies.
Not sure if you are within the age limit? Use our free sarkari job age calculator for the cut-off date.
Salary
Pay matrix under ORSP Rules 2017: Level-5 for Constable (Civil), Constable (Communication), Constable OISF and Driver PMT; Level-4 for Firefighter, Firefighting Driver and Traffic Constable.
Selection Process
- Written examination (CBT/OMR as decided by OUSSSC)
- Physical Measurement (PM) and Physical Efficiency Test (PET) – qualifying
- Driving test for driver posts
- Medical examination and document/certificate verification
How to Apply
- Open ousssc.odisha.gov.in and click the 01-CRE-2026 online application link.
- Register with mobile number and e-mail and fill the form (up to 3 exam district choices).
- Upload photo, signature and documents as per Annexure-C.
- Pay ₹500 (not for SC/ST) by 13/11/2026 and print the confirmation page.
Photo or signature rejected? Fix the size with our free online photo and signature resizer.
Odisha Police Constable 2026 – Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Odisha Police Constable 2026 – Important Candidate Instructions (Prevent Rejection!)
Ensure strict compliance with the following directives:
- Official notice first: Read the full official advertisement before you apply. This page is a summary.
- One application: Submit only one application per post unless the notice allows more. Duplicate forms can be rejected.
- Documents: Keep certificates, category proof and photo ID ready. Originals are checked at document verification.
- Last date: Do not wait for the last day. Portals slow down near the closing date.
