Updated: 27 October 2026
Quick Facts – Odisha Police SI Syllabus 2026
Exam: Odisha Police Sub-Inspector (SI) | Conducting body: Odisha Police Recruitment Board (OPRB) | Papers: Paper-1 and Paper-2 | Mode: Disputed – see the note below | Official portal: odishapolice.gov.in
Mode note: The OPRB detailed advertisement dated 17 January 2025 describes the written examination as OMR based. Some other listings describe a computer-based test. This update does not settle the mode for a future cycle, so check the current OPRB notification before the exam.
Paper-2 Topic Table – General Studies
| Subject | Official sub-topics and fields |
|---|---|
| General Studies | General science and recent scientific and technological developments |
| General Studies | Current events of national and international importance |
| General Studies | History of India from ancient times and Indian National Movement |
| General Studies | Indian and World Geography |
| General Studies | Indian polity and economy |
| General Studies | Mental ability and test of reasoning |
| General Studies | Numerical ability test and arithmetic of H.S.C. standard |
| General Studies | Basic computer literacy |
The official syllabus gives these field names only. It does not give a further breakdown of reasoning, arithmetic or computer topics, so no further sub-topic has been added here.
Paper Pattern
| Paper | Subjects | Marks | Duration | Negative marking |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Paper-1 | General English and Odia Language | 100 | 90 minutes | 0.25 mark for each wrong answer |
| Paper-2 | General Studies | 200 | 180 minutes | 0.25 mark for each wrong answer |
| Total | Paper-1 and Paper-2 | 300 | Not stated as a combined duration | 0.25 mark for each wrong answer |
Selection Stages
- Written examination – Paper-1 and Paper-2
- Measurement of Physical Standards (PMT)
- Physical Efficiency Test (PET)
- Document verification
- Medical examination, as directed in the current notification
No height, chest, weight or running standard is added here, because no such figure was verified from the official notification for this update. Check the current notification for the standards that apply to your category.
FAQs – Odisha Police SI Syllabus 2026 Update
What is the exam mode – CBT or OMR? Disputed. The OPRB detailed advertisement dated 17 January 2025 describes the written examination as OMR based, while some listings describe a computer-based test. Check the current OPRB notification for the cycle you are applying for.
What topics are in Paper-2? General Studies, covering general science and recent scientific and technological developments, current events, history of India and the Indian National Movement, Indian and World Geography, Indian polity and economy, mental ability and reasoning, numerical ability and arithmetic of H.S.C. standard, and basic computer literacy.
Is there negative marking? Yes. 0.25 mark is deducted for each wrong answer in the written examination.
What are the physical standards? No height, chest, weight or running figure is added in this update, because no such figure was verified from the official notification. The stages are measurement of physical standards and the physical efficiency test, followed by document verification and medical examination as directed in the current notification.
Short Information: Here is the complete exam pattern and subject-wise syllabus for the Odisha Police Sub-Inspector (SI) recruitment. The written exam has two papers – Paper-1 (Odia and English Language) of 100 marks and Paper-2 (General Studies) of 200 marks. Both papers are MCQ type with a negative marking of 0.25 per wrong answer. The Physical Test (PMT/PET) is qualifying only.
Odisha Police SI Syllabus 2026 – Paper 1 & Paper 2 Exam Pattern
| Exam Pattern Paper-1: 100 Questions, 100 Marks, 90 Minutes Paper-2: 200 Questions, 200 Marks, 180 Minutes Negative Marking: 0.25 per wrong answer |
Selection Process Written Exam (Paper-1 + Paper-2) Physical Test – Qualifying only Total: 300 Marks |
Age Limit: Check official notification.
| Paper | Subjects & Marks |
|---|---|
| Paper-1 (90 min) | Odia & English Language – 100 Marks |
| Paper-2 (180 min) | General Studies – 200 Marks |
Paper-1 Syllabus (Odia & English): Comprehension, translation (English to Odia), vocabulary and usage, grammar – in both languages.
Paper-2 Syllabus (General Studies): General Science and new technologies, national and international Current Affairs, Ancient History and the National Movement, Indian and World Geography, the Constitution and Panchayati Raj, the Indian Economy, Reasoning and Mental Ability, Numerical Ability and Arithmetic, Basic Computer knowledge.
| Important Links | |
|---|---|
| Official Website: odishapolice.gov.in | Syllabus PDF: Check official notification |
GramSuvidha is a private information portal (not a government website). For exact details, check only the official website.
Q1. How many papers are there in the Odisha Police SI exam?
A: Two papers – Paper-1 (100 marks) and Paper-2 (200 marks).
Q2. Is there negative marking?
A: Yes, 0.25 marks are deducted for every wrong answer.
Q3. Which subjects are in Paper-2?
A: General Science, Current Affairs, History, Geography, Polity, Economy, Reasoning, Arithmetic and Computer basics.
Q4. Does the physical test carry marks?
A: No, the PMT/PET is qualifying only.
Q5. What is the total of the written exam?
A: 300 marks (Paper-1: 100 + Paper-2: 200).
