Odisha Combined Uniformed Services Recruitment 2026

- Recruitment for 7,268 vacancies across Constable, Firefighter, and Driver posts under the Odisha Uniformed Services Staff Selection Commission (OUSSSC).
- Open to candidates with Higher Secondary (10+2) or equivalent qualifications for most posts.
- Includes Constable (Civil), Constable (Communication), Constable OISF, Firefighter, Firefighting Driver, Driver PMT, and Traffic Constable roles.
- Age limits vary by post, ranging from 18–26 years to 21–32 years as of 1 January 2026.
- Odia language proficiency is mandatory for all posts.
- Driving licence required for Firefighting Driver and Driver PMT posts.
- Physical Measurement Test (PMT) and Physical Efficiency Test (PET) are mandatory for all posts.
- Written examination followed by document verification and medical test for final selection.

- Educational Qualification:
- Constable (Civil): Higher Secondary (+2) conducted by CHSE Odisha or equivalent.
- Constable (Communication): Higher Secondary (+2) in Science with Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics or a 3-year Engineering Diploma in a relevant discipline.
- Constable OISF, Firefighter, Firefighting Driver, Driver PMT, Traffic Constable: Higher Secondary (+2) or equivalent.
- Age Limits (as of 1 January 2026):
- Constable (Civil): 18–26 years
- Constable (Communication): 18–23 years
- Constable OISF: 18–23 years
- Firefighter: 18–25 years
- Firefighting Driver: 18–25 years
- Driver PMT: 18–23 years
- Traffic Constable: 21–32 years
- Odia Language Proficiency: Must be able to speak, read, and write Odia. Validated through Middle School Examination with Odia as a subject or equivalent.
- Driving Licence: Mandatory for Firefighting Driver (Heavy Motor Vehicle - HMV) and Driver PMT (Light Motor Vehicle - LMV or HMV).
- Physical Standards:
- Men (UR/SEBC): Height 168 cm, Weight 55 kg, Chest 79 cm (expanded 84 cm).
- Women (UR/SEBC): Height 158 cm, Weight 47.5 kg.
- Men (SC/ST): Height 163 cm, Weight 50 kg, Chest 76 cm (expanded 81 cm).
- Women (SC/ST): Height 153 cm, Weight 45 kg.

- Written Examination (Common): 100 MCQs for 100 marks, 120 minutes duration, with negative marking (0.25 marks per incorrect answer).
- Special Written Examination (if applicable):
- Constable (Communication): Physics and Computer Science, 100 MCQs for 300 marks, 120 minutes, negative marking (0.75 marks per incorrect answer).
- Firefighting Driver & Driver PMT: Basic vehicle knowledge and traffic rules, 50 MCQs for 50 marks, 60 minutes, negative marking (0.25 marks per incorrect answer).
- Physical Measurement Test (PMT): Qualifying in nature, based on height, weight, and chest measurements.
- Physical Efficiency Test (PET): Qualifying in nature, includes running, long jump, and shot put.
- Driving Test (if applicable): For Firefighting Driver and Driver PMT posts.
- Medical Examination: Mandatory for all selected candidates.
- Document Verification: Final verification of certificates and eligibility.

All

- Recent colour passport-size photograph (JPG/JPEG/PNG, 40–100 KB).
- Scanned signature (JPG/JPEG/PNG, 20–50 KB).
- Scanned left thumb impression (JPG/JPEG/PNG, 20–50 KB).
- Class 10 pass certificate and marksheet (PDF, 100–500 KB).
- Class 12 or equivalent qualification certificates and marksheets (PDF, 100–500 KB).
- Relevant diploma or higher qualification certificate (if applicable) (PDF, 100–500 KB).
- Caste certificate (if applicable) (PDF, 100–500 KB).
- Valid identity proof (Aadhaar, PAN, etc.).
- Odia language qualification certificate (if applicable).
- Driving licence (for Firefighting Driver and Driver PMT posts).
- Ex-Serviceman/Ex-AgniVeer documents (if applicable).
- NCC/Sports/Home Guard/Group-D service certificates (if applicable).

• General / OBC / SEBC: ₹500/- (exact amount to be confirmed on the official portal).
• SC / ST: No application fee.
• Refund of examination fee applicable for eligible candidates who appear in the written examination, processed through the original payment method.