OUSSSC Combined Uniformed Services Recruitment 2026: The Odisha Uniformed Services Staff Selection Commission has announced recruitment under Advertisement No. 01-CRE-2026/OUSSSC for 7,268 posts across various uniformed services.

Eligible candidates should review the post-wise educational qualification, age limit, physical standards and application instructions before applying through the official recruitment portal.

Important Dates

Application Fee

As provided in the recruitment details, the examination fee can be paid online.

The supplied details state that the ₹500 examination fee will be refunded to candidates who appear in the written examination. Check the official notification for the applicable refund conditions.

Post-wise Vacancy Details

The supplied vacancy details also mention special quotas for Ex-Servicemen (261), Ex-Agniveers (712), Sports Persons (80), Home Guards and Police Group-D personnel within the advertised vacancies.

Age Limit and Relaxation

Age is calculated as of 1 January 2026.

• SC, ST, SEBC and women candidates: 5 years relaxation, as stated in the supplied details.
• Ex-Agniveers: 3 years relaxation, as stated in the supplied details.

Post-specific eligibility and relaxation rules should be checked in the official advertisement.

Educational Qualification

• Constable (Civil), Firefighter and Traffic Constable: Higher Secondary (+2) pass in Arts, Science or Commerce.
• Constable (Communication): +2 Science with Physics, Chemistry and Mathematics/Computer Science, or a 3-year Engineering Diploma, as specified in the notification.
• Constable OISF and Driver PMT: 10th pass. Driver PMT requires a valid LMV or HMV driving licence, as applicable.
• Firefighting Driver: +2 pass with a valid Heavy Motor Vehicle (HMV) driving licence meeting the notification’s conditions.
• Odia Language: Candidates must be able to speak, read and write Odia and satisfy the prescribed Odia-language qualification.

Physical Standards Test (PST)

The supplied recruitment details list the following physical standards:

Physical Efficiency Test (PET)

• 1.6 km run: Men — 7 minutes; Women — 9 minutes.
• Long jump: Men — 3.66 metres; Women — 2.75 metres, with 3 attempts each.
• Shot put: Men — 7.26 kg for 4 metres; Women — 4 kg for 3 metres, with 3 attempts each.
• Fire services events: The supplied details mention swimming, rope climbing and load-carrying requirements for applicable posts.

Refer to the official notification for the exact post-wise PET requirements, exemptions and qualifying conditions.

Selection Process

1. Common Written Examination: The supplied details mention a 100-mark examination with 120 minutes, covering Odia, English, General Knowledge, Quantitative Aptitude and Reasoning, and Basic Computer Literacy.
2. Special Written Paper: Technical paper for Constable (Communication) and a vehicle-maintenance paper for applicable Driver posts, as specified in the notification.
3. PST and PET: Physical measurement and efficiency tests for shortlisted candidates.
4. Bonus Marks: Applicable bonus marks for qualifying driving licences and NCC certificates, subject to official rules.
5. Document Verification and Medical Examination: Verification of original documents and the required medical examination.

The supplied details mention negative marking of 0.25 marks for each incorrect answer in the common written examination. Confirm the final scheme in the official notification.

How to Apply Online

1. Open the official OUSSSC recruitment portal using the link below.
2. Register using the required contact details.
3. Log in and select Advertisement No. 01-CRE-2026/OUSSSC.
4. Fill in personal details, category, educational qualifications and other required information.
5. Select post preferences and examination districts, wherever requested.
6. Upload the photograph, signature and other required documents in the specified format.
7. Review the application, pay the applicable fee and submit the form.
8. Save or download the final application confirmation for future reference.

Documents Required

• Recent passport-size photograph
• Scanned signature and left thumb impression, if required
• Class 10 certificate and marksheet as age proof
• Higher Secondary (+2) or Diploma certificate and marksheet, as applicable
• Odia-language qualification certificate
• Valid caste certificate, if applicable
• District Employment Exchange Registration Card, where required
• Valid driving licence and NCC certificate, if applicable
• Any additional document specified in the official notification

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