Odisha Police Recruitment 2026: The Odisha Uniformed Services Staff Selection Commission (OUSSSC) has released the detailed notification for the Combined Uniformed Services (Below Graduate Level) Examination 2026. The recruitment drive, announced under Advertisement No. 01-CRE-2026/OUSSSC, offers 7,268 vacancies across Constable, Firefighter, Driver and Traffic Constable positions.The online application process began on October 23, 2026, at 5 PM. Eligible candidates can submit their applications through the official website, ousssc.odisha.gov.in, until November 12, 2026, at 10 PM. The notification was published on October 23, 2026.Odisha Police recruitment 2026 vacancy detailsConstable (Civil) accounts for the largest share, with 4,219 vacancies. The post-wise distribution and educational requirements are given below.
| Post | Vacancies | Qualification |
| Constable (Civil) | 4,219 | Class 12 pass |
| Constable (Communication) | 300 | Class 12 Science or engineering diploma |
| Constable OISF | 2,212 | Class 10 pass |
| Firefighter | 317 | Class 12 pass |
| Firefighting Driver | 62 | Class 12 and driving licence |
| Driver PMT | 154 | Class 10 and driving licence |
| Traffic Constable | 4 | Class 12 pass |
| Total | 7268 |
Women can apply for all posts except Firefighter, Firefighting Driver and Driver PMT. Candidates must be able to read and write Odia.Age limit and application feesThe general age limit is 18 to 32 years, with post-specific limits. Age will be calculated as of January 1, 2026. Applicable relaxations will follow government rules.UR, SEBC and female candidates must pay Rs. 500, refundable after the examination. SC and ST candidates are exempted. Payment is online, with the fee deadline November 13, 2026, at 10 PM.Physical standards and efficiency test
| Category | Height | Weight | Chest | |
| UR/SEBC men | 168 cm | 55 kg | 79–84 cm | |
| UR/SEBC women | 158 cm | 47.5 kg | N/A | |
| SC/ST men | 163 cm | 50 kg | 76–81 cm | |
| SC/ST women | 153 cm | 45 kg | N/A |
The PET includes a 1.6 km run, to be completed in seven minutes by men and nine minutes by women, along with long jump and shot put. Firefighter candidates must also undergo swimming, rope climbing and load-carrying tests.Selection process and application procedureSelection comprises a written examination, physical measurement, PET, driving test where applicable, medical examination and document verification.Candidates must register on ousssc.odisha.gov.in, select posts in order of preference and choose a police district for Constable (Civil). They can select up to three examination districts. Applicants must upload their photograph, signature and certificates, pay the applicable fee and submit the form before the deadline.
