Odisha Police Constable Recruitment 2026 – Apply Online for 7,268 Posts
Sarkari Job • Odisha Uniformed Services Staff Selection Commission
● Applications Open: October 23, 2026
● 7,268 Uniformed Posts
● 7,268 Uniformed Posts
The Odisha Uniformed Services Staff Selection Commission (OUSSSC) has announced 7,268 vacancies under the Combined Uniformed Services (Below Graduate Level) Examination 2026, Advertisement No. 01-CRE-2026/OUSSSC. The posts are Constable (Civil), Constable (Communication), Constable OISF, Firefighter, Firefighting Driver, Driver PMT and Traffic Constable. Online applications opened on October 23, 2026, at 5:00 PM and will close on November 12, 2026, at 10:00 PM. The last date for online fee payment is November 13, 2026, at 10:00 PM.
⏳ Last Date to Apply In
Applications close: November 12, 2026, 10:00 PM
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Odisha Police Constable Vacancy 2026
Advertisement No. 01-CRE-2026/OUSSSC, notification released October 23, 2026 | 1,819 vacancies are reserved for women candidates. Women and transgender candidates can apply for all posts except Firefighter, Firefighting Driver and Driver PMT.
| Post | Total Vacancies | UR | SC | ST | SEBC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Constable (Civil) | 4,219 | 2,805 | 588 | 741 | 85 |
| Constable (Communication) | 300 | 165 | 41 | 68 | 26 |
| Constable OISF | 2,212 | 1,119 | 342 | 508 | 243 |
| Firefighter | 317 | 179 | 51 | 87 | 0 |
| Firefighting Driver | 62 | 44 | 6 | 10 | 2 |
| Driver PMT | 154 | 124 | 14 | 16 | 0 |
| Traffic Constable | 4 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 3 |
| Total | 7,268 |
Odisha Police Constable Recruitment 2026, Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification released | October 23, 2026 (Advt. No. 01-CRE-2026/OUSSSC) |
| Online application starts | October 23, 2026, 5:00 PM |
| Last date to apply | November 12, 2026, 10:00 PM |
| Last date for online fee payment | November 13, 2026, 10:00 PM |
| Written examination | To be notified |
Eligibility for Odisha Police Constable 2026
🎓 Qualification
Constable (Civil), Firefighter, Firefighting Driver and Traffic Constable: Class 12 pass. Constable OISF and Driver PMT: Class 10 (Matriculation) pass. Constable (Communication): Class 12 Science with Physics, Chemistry and Mathematics, or Electronics, Statistics, Computer Science or Information Technology, or a 3-year engineering diploma. Driving posts also need the relevant driving licence — check the notification for the exact licence rule.
🎂 Age Limit (as on January 1, 2026)
Constable (Civil): 18 to 26 years. Constable (Communication) and Constable OISF: 18 to 23 years. Firefighter, Firefighting Driver and Driver PMT: 18 to 25 years. Age relaxation applies for SC, ST, SEBC and women candidates as per the notification — check the official notification for the Traffic Constable age rule and the category-wise upper limits before applying.
📏 Physical Standards
Height: 168 cm (men) and 158 cm (women) for UR and SEBC candidates; 163 cm (men) and 153 cm (women) for SC and ST candidates. Weight: 55 kg (men) and 47.5 kg (women) for UR; 50 kg (men) and 45 kg (women) for SC and ST. Chest (men only): 79 cm unexpanded and 84 cm expanded for UR; 76 cm and 81 cm for SC and ST. The Physical Efficiency Test is qualifying.
💬 Language and Exam
The common written examination includes an Odia Language paper, so working knowledge of Odia matters for the score. Other subjects are English Language, General Knowledge, Quantitative Aptitude and Reasoning, and Basic Computer Literacy. Negative marking applies: minus 0.25 per wrong answer in the common written examination.
Pay: selected candidates are appointed to regular Group C posts under the Odisha Revised Scales of Pay (ORSP) Rules, 2017, plus DA, HRA and other allowances admissible under state rules. Check the notification for the post-wise pay level.
Application Fee
| Category | Application Fee |
|---|---|
| General / UR / SEBC | Rs. 500 |
| SC / ST | Exempted (Nil) |
Pay online only, through net banking, credit card, debit card or UPI on the OUSSSC portal, by November 13, 2026, at 10:00 PM. The fee is refundable only to candidates who actually appear for the written examination. Keep the payment receipt.
Selection Process
1. Common Written Examination
All candidates take the common written examination. The exam date is to be notified.
2. Special Written Examination
Constable (Communication) candidates take a special examination in Physics and Computer Science. Driver PMT and Firefighting Driver candidates take a special examination in Vehicle and Maintenance, Traffic Signals and Road Safety Rules.
3. Physical Measurement and Physical Efficiency Test
Qualifying in nature. The efficiency test includes a 1.6 km run (7 minutes for men, 9 minutes for women), long jump and shot put, plus swimming and other events for fire posts as per the notification.
4. Driving Test
For driver posts only, as per the notification.
5. Medical Examination and Document Verification
Candidates who clear the earlier stages go through medical examination and document verification before the final merit list.
How to Apply for Odisha Police Constable Recruitment 2026
1
Read the notification
Open Advertisement No. 01-CRE-2026/OUSSSC on ousssc.odisha.gov.in and check your post, qualification, age and physical standards.
2
Register on the OUSSSC portal
Register with a valid email address and mobile number, and keep your photograph, signature, certificates and category documents ready.
3
Fill the form carefully
Enter details exactly as per your certificates, select only the posts you are eligible for, and upload documents in the prescribed formats.
4
Submit before the deadline
Submit by November 12, 2026, at 10:00 PM, pay the fee by November 13, 2026, at 10:00 PM if applicable, and save the confirmation and payment receipt.
Important Links
Official website: ousssc.odisha.gov.in
Notification: Advertisement No. 01-CRE-2026/OUSSSC, Combined Uniformed Services (Below Graduate Level) Examination 2026, available on the official OUSSSC portal.
Odisha Police Constable Recruitment 2026, FAQs
How many posts are there in Odisha Police Constable Recruitment 2026?
There are 7,268 posts in total — Constable (Civil) 4,219, Constable OISF 2,212, Firefighter 317, Constable (Communication) 300, Driver PMT 154, Firefighting Driver 62 and Traffic Constable 4.
What is the last date to apply?
Online applications close on November 12, 2026, at 10:00 PM. Applications opened on October 23, 2026, at 5:00 PM, and the last date for online fee payment is November 13, 2026, at 10:00 PM.
What qualification is needed?
Class 12 for Constable (Civil), Firefighter, Firefighting Driver and Traffic Constable; Class 10 for Constable OISF and Driver PMT; and Class 12 Science or a 3-year engineering diploma for Constable (Communication). Check the notification for the exact subject and licence rules.
What is the application fee?
Rs. 500 for General, UR and SEBC candidates. SC and ST candidates are exempted. The fee is refundable only to candidates who actually appear for the written examination.
What is the selection process?
Common written examination, followed by a special written examination for Communication, Driver PMT and Firefighting Driver posts, then qualifying physical measurement and physical efficiency tests, a driving test for driver posts, medical examination and document verification.
When is the Odisha Police Constable exam?
The written examination date is to be notified. Confirm the final date from the official OUSSSC portal, ousssc.odisha.gov.in.
Madhu Choudhary
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