How to Become an Odisha Police Constable/Sepoy in 2026?

Odisha Police Constable and Sepoy recruitment is one of the most searched state police jobs among Class 10 pass candidates in Odisha. The recruitment process follows a fixed structure that includes a written examination, physical tests, medical examination, and final merit-based selection.

This guide explains the entire recruitment process from eligibility to final selection, even though the latest notification has not been released yet. The exam pattern, syllabus level, physical standards, and preparation strategy remain consistent across recruitment cycles. That allows candidates to start preparation early without waiting for official dates.

In this article, you will find verified eligibility rules, selection stages, syllabus topics, physical and medical standards, preparation strategy, application steps, and FAQs in one place. Each section focuses on what candidates must know to avoid mistakes during preparation and application.

Table of Contents

 

• Overview of Odisha Police Constable / Sepoy 2026
  

• Eligibility Criteria

• Required Documents Checklist

• Odisha Police Constable / Sepoy Selection Process

 

Stage 1: Written Examination
Stage 2: Physical Test (PMT & PET)
Stage 3: Medical Examination 

      Final Merit List Rules

 

• How to Prepare for Odisha Police Constable / Sepoy
  
  

 

• Book Recommendations (Subject-Wise)
• Previous Year Questions Strategy
• Mock Test Strategy
• Physical Preparation Strategy
  
  

6. 30-Day Preparation Plan for Odisha Police Constable / Sepoy
   
   
7. How to Apply Online for Odisha Police Constable / Sepoy
   
   
8. Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Overview of Odisha Police Constable/ Sepoy 2026

Category	Details
Recruitment Name	Odisha Police Constable / Sepoy Recruitment
Name of Organization	Odisha Police
Conducting Body	State Selection Board (SSB), Odisha Police
Selection Stages	Written Test, Physical Measurement Test, Physical Efficiency Test, Document Check, Medical Test
Salary	Rs. 21,700- Rs. 69,1000
Official Notification Release Date	To be Announced
Registration Starts from	To be Announced
Category-Wise Vacancy Details	To be Announced
Recruiting Units	Odisha Special Armed Police (OSAP), India Reserve (IR) Battalions, and other notified units

Eligibility Criteria

Eligibility Parameter	Requirement/ Details
Nationality	Candidate must be an Indian citizen
Age Limit	18-23 years (Upper age relaxation applies as per government norms for reserved categories)
Educational Qualification	Class 10th (Matriculation) pass from the Board of Secondary Education, Odisha, or equivalent from a recognized board. Odia must be a subject in the qualifying exam, with the ability to read, write, and speak Odia.
Language Proficiency	Must know how to read, write, and speak in Odia
Martial Status	A candidate should not have more than one living spouse, except where exempt under personal law.
Physical Fitness	Must be in sound health, good character, free from physical deformity or organic defects

Exam Fees: The State Selection Board, Odisha Police, did not charge any application or examination fee for this recruitment.

Required Documents Checklist

Stage	Document Required	Purpose
Online Application	Recent Passport-size photograph	Identity verification
Online Application	Scanned signature	Application authentication
Online Application	HSC/Class 10 certificate	Proof of educational qualification
Online Application	Odia language proof	Proof of Odia reading, writing, and speaking ability
Document Verification	Original HSC/ Class 10 marksheet	Education verification
Document Verification	Birth certificate or HSC certificate	Age verification
Document Verification	Caste certificare (SC/ST/SEBC, if applicable)	Reservation claim
Document Verification	Resident/ domicile certificate	Odisha domicile proof
Document Verification	Character certificate	Moral conduct verification
Medical Examination	Medical fitness certificate (as prescribed)	Health and fitness assessment
Final Joining	Police verification documents	Background verification

Note: Candidates must produce original documents during verification. Any mismatch between online details and originals leads to rejection.

Odisha Police Constable/ Sepoy Selection Process

The selection process consists of four compulsory stages. A candidate must qualify each stage separately to move to the next.

Stage Order	Selection Stage	Nature of Test
Stage 1	Written Examination (CBRE)	Qualifying
Stage 2	Physical Measurement & Efficiency Test (PMT/PET)	Qualifying
Stage 3	Medical Examination	Qualifying
Stage 4	Final Merit List	Based on written exam marks

Stage 1: Written Examination

• Exam Type: Computer-Based Recruitment Examination
• Total Questions: 100 Multiple Choice Documents
• Total Marks: 100 Marks
• Duration: 2 hours
• Question Level: High School (Class 10) standard
• Subjects Covered: General Knowledge, Mathematics, Reasoning, Odia & English
• Marking Scheme: +1 mark for correct answer
• Negative Marking: 0.25 mark deducted for each wrong answer
• Exam Nature: Qualifying, but marks counted for merit

Syllabus Topics (Written Examination)

Subject	Topics to Prepare
General knowledge	Indian history, Indian Polity, Indian Geography, current events, Odisha-related facts
Mathematics	Number system, simplification, percentage, ratio, average, profit and loss, time and work
Reasoning	Analogy, seried, coding-decoding, direction sense, blood relation, basic logic
Language (Odia & English)	Grammar basics, vocabulary, sentence correction, comprehension

Level of questions stays within High School Standard.

Important Tip: Skip advanced topics. The exam checks fundamentals.

Stage 2: Physical Test (PMT & PET)

Important: Do not ignore Physical preparation

The Physical Test has two compulsory parts. Candidates must qualify for both PMT and PET. No marks are added. Failure at any point leads to rejection.

Physical Measurement Test (PMT)

Measurement	UR/SEBC	SC/ST	Remarks
Height	168 cm	163 cm	Minimum height required
Chest (Unexpanded)	79 cm	76 cm	Measurement without expansion
Chest (Expanded)	84 cm	81 cm	After full expansion
Chest Expansion	5 cm	5 cm	Mandatory for all
Height	55kg	50kg	Necessary
Nature of Test	Qualifying	Qualifying	No marks awarded

Measurements get recorded using standard tools under the supervision of the recruitment board.

Physical Efficiency Test (PET)

Event	Standard	Time Limit	Nature
Running	1.6 Kilometers	7 minutes	Qualifying only
Attempts Allowed	One	-	No second attempt
Marks	Not awarded	-	Pass or fail

Note: Candidates must wear proper sports shoes. Any unfair practice results in disqualification.

Stage 3: Medical Examination

The medical examination is conducted after PMT & PET to confirm that the candidate is fit for active police duty. This stage is mandatory and qualifying. No marks are awarded.

Medical Check	Standard Required
Medical Authority	Government-authorized Medical Board
General Health	Free from deformities, chronic illness, or disabilities affecting duty
Vision	Normal near and distant vision
Color Vision	Must be normal
Squint	Not permitted
Hearing	Normal hearing without aid
Speech	Clear speech, no stammering
Physical Deformity	Not permitted
Flat Foot	Not permitted
Varicose Veins	Not permitted
Hernia	Not permitted
Asthma/ Breathing Issues	Not permitted
Heart/ BP Issues	Not permitted
Skin Diseases	No chronic or contagious disease
Infectious Diseases	Must be free from TB or similar
Tatoos	Allowed only as per the rules
Re-Medical	Not allowed unless ordered

Note: Failure in any one medical parameter leads to rejection.

Final Merit List Rules

The final selection depends on written exam performance after qualifying for all stages.

Merit List Factor	Rule
Basis of Merit	Marks obtained in the Written Examination (CBRE)
Physical Test Marks	Not counted
Medical Test Marks	Not counted
Category-wise Merit	A separate merit list is prepared for each category
Tie-breaking Rule	High written exam marks get preference
Document Verification	Mandatory before final selection
Appointment Order	Issued as per merit position and vacancy availability

How to Prepare for Odisha Police Constable/ Sepoy?

Step 1: Choose Limited But Reliable Books

Book Recommendations (Subject-Wise)

Subject	Recommended Book
General Knowledge	Lucent General Knowledge
Mathematics	R.S Aggarwal (Quantitative Aptitude)
Reasoning	R.S Aggarwal (Reasoning)
Odia	High School Odia grammar books
English	S.P. Bakshi (Objective English)

Revise the same book multiple times instead of switching.

Step 2: Use Previous Year Questions as a Guide

Even if the exam questions change, question patterns repeat.

• Pattern clarity: Know what type of questions appear most
• Time control: learn how much time each section needs
• Accuracy: Reduce guesswork and negative marks

How to practice:

• Solve questions with a timer
• Focus on mistakes after practice

Step 3: Start Mock Tests at the Right Time

Do not start mocks too early.

• Early Stage: Topic-wise questions
• Middle stage: Sectional tests
• Final stage: Full-length mock tests

Important: Work on weak areas before the next test

Step 4: Prepare Physically Alongside Study

Written marks decide ranking, but physical tests decide survival

• Running: 1.6 Km practice regularly
• Stamina: Jogging or skipping
• Flexibility: Stretching exercises

Start physical practice early to avoid pressure later.

30-Day Preparation Plan for Odisha Police Constable/ Sepoy

Days 1-7: Foundation Revision

• Day 1: Mathematics formulas + practice
• Day 2: Reasoning basics (Series, analogy)
• Day 3: General Knowledge statistics topics
• Day 4: Odia grammar rules
• Day 5: English grammar rules
• Day 6: Mathematics practice sets
• Day 7: Revision of all subjects

Days 8-15: Topic-Wise Strengthening

• Mathematics: Ratio, percentage, average
• Reasoning: Coding-decoding, directions
• GK: History, geography, polity
• Odia & English: Practice questions

Day 16-23: Test Practice Phase

• Sectional tests: 1 per day
• PYQs practice: Alternate days
• Weak topic revision: Daily

Day 24-30 Final Practice

• Full mock tests: 1 per day
• Speed improvement: Timed practice
• Revision: Notes formulas

Make sure to increase running distance gradually.

Read the Previous Year Notification for Odisha Police Constable/ Sepoy. We will update you once the Odisha Police official notification for Constable/ Sepoy recruitment 2026 comes live. Stay connected.

How to Apply for Odisha Police Constable/ Sepoy Online?

Step 1: Go to the Odisha Police official website and open the Recruitment section.

Step 2: Click New Registration for Odisha Police Sepoy/Constable.

Enter your basic details:

• Full name
• Date of birth
• Email address
• Mobile number

Step 3: Create a login ID and password and save your login details securely.

Step 4: Go to the login page using your own credentials and complete the online application form.

Step 5: Upload Scanned Documents 

Step 6: Make sure to review everything and submit the application form.

Step 7: After submission, a confirmation page will appear

Step 8: Download and print the confirmation for future reference

Step 9: Save a soft copy as well

Important Point: No application fee is charged during the recruitment cycle for the Odisha Police Constable Sepoy post.

Frequently Asked Questions

When will the Odisha Police Constable notification be released?

The official notification has not been released yet. Candidates should check the Odisha Police Recruitment portal regularly for updates.

What education is required for Odisha Police Constable/Sepoy?

Candidates must have passed Class 10 (HSC) from a recognized board.

Is the Odia language compulsory for this exam?

Yes. Candidates must have passed Odia at the HSC level or possess an equivalent Odia language certificate.

What is the age limit for Odisha Police Constable Recruitment?

The age limit generally ranges from 18 to 23 years. Age relaxation applies to reserved categories as per the rules.

What happens if a candidate fails the medical test?

Candidates who fail the medical examination are disqualified, even if they clear the written and physical tests.

Are tattoos allowed in the Odisha Police Constable Recruitment?

Tattoos are allowed only as per official guidelines. Tattoos on prohibited body parts can lead to rejection.

How many attempts are allowed for this exam?

There is no fixed attempt limit. 

Is there a negative marking in the written exam?

Yes, 0.25 marks will be deducted for each wrong answer.