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The Odisha Police has proposed a major direct recruitment drive for 3,217 Group-B and Group-C posts. According to the recruitment proposal issued by Odisha Police Headquarters, Cuttack, the recruitment process will be conducted with the Odisha Sub-Ordinate Staff Selection Commission (OSSSC) handling the examination process. Odisha Police Recruitment 2027
The recruitment proposal was issued on 29 September 2026. However, the detailed official notification containing the application dates, post-wise eligibility, age limit, syllabus and selection process is still awaited.
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Odisha Police Recruitment 2027 – Overview
| Particular | Details |
|---|---|
| Organization | Odisha Police |
| Recruitment Type | Direct Recruitment |
| Total Vacancies | 3,217 Posts |
| Posts | Group-B & Group-C |
| Exam Agency | OSSSC |
| Job Location | Odisha |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Recruitment Status | Recruitment proposal/letter issued |
| Letter Date | 29 September 2026 |
| Letter No. | 3986 / Pers.-II |
| Official Website | osssc.gov.in |
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Odisha Police Vacancy 2027
The proposed 3,217 vacancies are distributed among several posts:
| Post | Group | Vacancies |
|---|---|---|
| Sub-Inspector (Armed) | Group-B | 253 |
| ASI (Communication) | Group-C | 298 |
| Police Driver | Group-C | 154 |
| Constable (Communication) | Group-C | 300 |
| Constable (OISF) | Group-C | 2,212 |
| Total | 3,217 |
1. Sub-Inspector (Armed) – 253 Posts
- Group: B
- Vacancies: 253
- Educational Qualification: Bachelor’s Degree
2. ASI (Communication) – 298 Posts
- Group: C
- Vacancies: 298
- Qualification: Diploma or Degree, as applicable under the detailed notification
3. Police Driver – 154 Posts
- Group: C
- Vacancies: 154
- Qualification: Class 10 pass
- Additional driving/licence requirements may apply as prescribed in the official notification.
4. Constable (Communication) – 300 Posts
- Group: C
- Vacancies: 300
- Qualification: Higher Secondary (+2/10+2)
5. Constable (OISF) – 2,212 Posts
- Group: C
- Vacancies: 2,212
- Qualification: Matriculation/Class 10 pass
Odisha Police Recruitment 2027 Eligibility
Candidates from Odisha who satisfy the post-specific eligibility conditions will be able to apply.
The educational qualification varies according to the post:
- 10th Pass: Police Driver, Constable (OISF)
- +2 Pass: Constable (Communication)
- Diploma/Degree: ASI (Communication)
- Bachelor’s Degree: Sub-Inspector (Armed)
The exact age limit, category-wise relaxation, physical standards, medical requirements and other eligibility conditions should be confirmed from the detailed official notification before applying.
Selection Process
The detailed selection procedure has not yet been fully notified for this recruitment.
Since the recruitment is proposed to be conducted through OSSSC, candidates should wait for the official notification for confirmation of:
- Written Examination
- Physical/Skill Test, wherever applicable
- Document Verification
- Medical Examination
- Final Selection
The exact stages can differ between posts.
Application Process
The online application process is expected to be conducted through the OSSSC recruitment portal after publication of the detailed notification.
Candidates should:
- Visit the official OSSSC website.
- Look for the Odisha Police recruitment notification.
- Read the post-specific eligibility conditions.
- Complete registration.
- Fill in the application form.
- Upload the required documents.
- Pay the applicable fee, if prescribed.
- Submit the application.
- Save/print the submitted application for future reference.
Application dates have not yet been announced in the information available in the recruitment proposal.
Important Documents
Candidates should generally keep the following documents ready:
- Aadhaar/valid ID proof
- 10th certificate and mark sheet
- +2 certificate and mark sheet, where applicable
- Graduation certificate/mark sheets, where applicable
- Diploma certificate, where applicable
- Caste certificate, if applicable
- Residence certificate, if required
- Recent passport-size photograph
- Signature
- Driving licence for applicable driver posts
- Other documents specified in the official notification
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Recruitment proposal/letter | 29 September 2026 |
| Detailed Notification | To be announced |
| Online Application Start | To be announced |
| Last Date to Apply | To be announced |
| Examination Date | To be announced |
Important Note
The 3,217-post recruitment proposal/letter should not be treated as the complete application notification. Candidates should wait for the detailed official notification before assuming the final application dates, age limit, fee, syllabus, physical requirements or post-wise selection procedure.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many vacancies are available in Odisha Police Recruitment 2027?
A total of 3,217 Group-B and Group-C posts have been proposed.
Which posts are included?
The proposed posts include Sub-Inspector (Armed), ASI (Communication), Police Driver, Constable (Communication) and Constable (OISF).
Who will conduct the examination?
The recruitment proposal states that OSSSC will conduct the examination process.
Can 10th-pass candidates apply?
Yes, 10th-pass qualification is listed for posts such as Police Driver and Constable (OISF), subject to fulfilling all other conditions mentioned in the final notification.
Can +2-pass candidates apply?
Yes. Constable (Communication) is listed with Higher Secondary (+2) qualification, subject to the final notification.
Is the application form available now?
The information provided indicates that the detailed application notification and application dates are yet to be announced.
Where will I apply?
Candidates should use the official OSSSC recruitment portal once the detailed notification and application link are released.
Conclusion
The proposed Odisha Police Group-B and Group-C Recruitment 2027 is expected to provide 3,217 direct recruitment opportunities across five major posts. Since the detailed notification is awaited, candidates should start preparing their educational and identity documents and keep checking the official OSSSC and Odisha Police websites for the application announcement.
Official Website: OSSSC – osssc.gov.in
Disclaimer: This article is based on the recruitment proposal/available information. Vacancy numbers, eligibility, age limit, selection process, application dates and other conditions should be verified from the detailed official notification before applying.
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