OSSC CGL 2026 Prelims OSSC CGL 2026 Prelims Mock Test Series

• Candidates must carry the original OSSC Admit Card and a valid photo-identity proof.
• Electronic gadgets including mobile phones, smartwatches, and calculators are strictly prohibited inside the hall.
• Entry to the examination hall closes 15 minutes before the scheduled commencement time.
• Candidates must use only black or blue ballpoint pens for marking OMR sheets if applicable.
• Biometric verification will be conducted at the center; candidates must cooperate with the invigilators.

The Odisha Staff Selection Commission (OSSC) conducts the Combined Graduate Level (CGL) examination to recruit candidates for Group-B and Group-C state-level posts. As of the current cycle, candidates must monitor the official OSSC portal at ossc.gov.in for the 2026 notification release. All recruitment stages, including the Prelims, Mains, and Certificate Verification, adhere strictly to the Odisha Combined Graduate Level Recruitment Rules. Candidates are advised to register via the official portal using a valid email ID and mobile number to receive real-time updates regarding application timelines and exam status.

To download the official OSSC CGL 2026 notification, follow these steps:

1. Visit the official website: ossc.gov.in.
2. Navigate to the Candidate Corner or What's New section on the homepage.
3. Locate the link labeled Advertisement for Combined Graduate Level Recruitment Examination 2026.
4. Click the PDF icon to view and download the official gazette notification.
5. Save the file for reference regarding syllabus, eligibility, and post-specific requirements.

The application fee structure for OSSC CGL is as follows:

• General/OBC: Exempted (OSSC currently does not charge application fees for recruitment).
• SC/ST/PwD: Exempted.
• Payment Mode: Not applicable.

Candidates must be between 21 and 38 years of age as of the 1st of January of the recruitment year.

• SC/ST/SEBC/Women: 5 years
• PwD: 10 years
• Ex-Servicemen: As per government norms

Candidates must possess a Bachelor's Degree in any discipline from a recognized University. Proficiency in Odia language (must have passed M.E. standard with Odia as a language subject) is mandatory.

1. Preliminary Examination (Objective Type)
2. Main Written Examination
3. Certificate Verification (Document Verification)

Negative Marking: 0.25 marks per incorrect answer.

The salary is based on the 7th Pay Commission matrix. Depending on the post, the basic pay ranges from Rs. 19,900 to Rs. 35,400 (Level 4 to Level 9), supplemented by Dearness Allowance (DA), House Rent Allowance (HRA), and Medical Allowance as per Odisha Government rules.

Admit cards are released on the official OSSC portal 7-10 days before the exam. Candidates must carry the printed e-Admit Card and a original photo identity proof (Aadhaar Card, Voter ID, or PAN Card) to the examination center.

The provisional answer key is published on ossc.gov.in post-examination. Candidates can submit objections within the stipulated 3-day window by paying a nominal fee per question as specified in the objection portal.

The final merit list is prepared based on the cumulative marks of the Prelims and Mains. Normalization is applied if the examination is conducted in multiple shifts to ensure parity across candidate groups.

Focus on high-weightage topics: Arithmetic (Data Interpretation, Profit & Loss), Reasoning (Syllogism, Coding-Decoding), and General Awareness (Odisha History, Current Affairs). Practice previous year papers to understand the OSSC question pattern and manage time effectively during the 150-minute Prelims session.

The following data represents the official cut-off marks for the Odisha Staff Selection Commission (OSSC) Combined Graduate Level (CGL) Examination. Please note that as of the current date, the OSSC CGL 2026 examination cycle has not yet been conducted or notified by the commission.

OSSC CGL Historical Prelims Cut-off Data

The OSSC CGL recruitment process is conducted periodically. The most recent completed cycle for the Combined Graduate Level Examination was the 2023 cycle (Advt. No. 4443/OSSC dated 22.12.2023). There is no historical data for an "OSSC CGL 2026" exam as it falls in a future recruitment window.

Source: Official OSSC Result Notification No. 7149/OSSC dated 07.11.2024.