Odisha Police Recruitment 2026: Apply for 7,268 Constable and Driver Posts

Overview

The Odisha Uniformed Services Staff Selection Commission (OUSSSC) has announced a recruitment drive to fill 7,268 vacancies across various police and fire service roles. Interested candidates can submit their applications through the official website at ousssc.odisha.gov.in.

Vacancy Details (Notification No: 01-CRE-2026/OUSSSC)

• Constable (Civil): 4,219 posts
• Constable (OISF): 2,212 posts
• Constable (Communication): 300 posts
• Firefighter: 317 posts
• Driver (PMT): 154 posts
• Firefighting Driver: 62 posts
• Traffic Constable: 4 posts

Eligibility and Age Limits

Educational qualifications vary by post, generally requiring 10th or 12th-grade certification. Additionally, candidates must possess proficiency in the Odia language (reading, writing, and speaking).

• Constable (Civil): 18–26 years
• Constable (Comm/OISF/Driver PMT): 18–23 years
• Firefighter/Firefighting Driver: 18–25 years
• Traffic Constable: 21–32 years

(Age relaxations apply to reserved categories as per government norms.)

Selection Process

The selection process consists of six stages:

1. Written Examination
2. Physical Measurement (PM)
3. Physical Efficiency Test (PET)
4. Driving Test (for relevant posts)
5. Medical Examination
6. Document Verification

Important Dates

• Application Deadline: November 12, 2026 (10:00 PM)
• Fee Payment Deadline: November 13, 2026 (4:00 PM)
• Application Fee: ₹500 for general candidates; no fee for SC/ST candidates.

Verification

Candidates should verify all eligibility criteria and details by visiting the official OUSSSC portal before applying. Official notices and application links are available exclusively at ousssc.odisha.gov.in.