Last Update: 30 October 2026
Short Information: The Odisha Uniformed Services Staff Selection Commission (OUSSSC) has released the syllabus for the Combined Uniformed Services (Below Graduate Level) Exam 2026. The common written exam will have 100 questions for 100 marks.
Important Dates | Application Fee
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Advertisement No. | 01-CRE-2026/OUSSSC, dated 23 October 2026 |
| Application window | 23 October – 12 November 2026 |
| Common written exam | 100 questions / 100 marks / 120 minutes |
| Negative marking | 0.25 marks deducted per wrong answer |
| Application fee | check official notification |
Age Limit
Check official notification for the age limit.
Vacancy Details
| Subject | Questions |
|---|---|
| Odia | 15 |
| English | 15 |
| Arithmetic | 20 |
| General Knowledge | 25 |
| Situational Awareness and Logical Reasoning | 15 |
| Basic Computer | 10 |
| Total | 100 |
The exam is at 10th (HSC) level and bilingual (Odia/English) except for language subjects. Constable (Communication) also has a separate special written exam (300 marks). Note: the 7268 figure covers the whole combined exam (Civil Constable, Communication, OISF, Firefighter, Driver, Traffic Constable) — figures for individual post groups differ.
How to Apply
- Visit the OUSSSC website ousssc.odisha.gov.in.
- Read advertisement 01-CRE-2026/OUSSSC and the syllabus carefully.
- Apply online before 12 November 2026.
- Prepare as per the subject-wise weightage given above.
Important Links
| Official Website | ousssc.odisha.gov.in |
This is a private information portal (not a government website). Read the official notification for the exam pattern.
FAQ
Q: How many questions are in the Odisha Police Constable exam?
A: The common written exam has 100 questions for 100 marks, in 120 minutes.
Q: Is there negative marking?
A: Yes, 0.25 marks are deducted per wrong answer.
Q: Which subject has the highest weightage?
A: General Knowledge, with 25 questions.
Q: What is the last date to apply?
A: 12 November 2026.
Q: What does the 7268 figure cover?
A: It is the total for the whole combined exam across all posts, not a single post.
