Odisha Police SI Exam to Conclude by October After Past Leaks

The Odisha Uniformed Services Staff Selection Commission (OUSSSC) has officially declared that the much-anticipated Sub-Inspector (SI) recruitment examination will wrap up by October 2026. This crucial announcement, made by OUSSSC Chairman Rashmi Ranjan Swain on July 1, 2026, comes after extensive protests from job aspirants and aims to bring much-needed clarity and closure to a process marred by previous irregularities. This commitment follows the cancellation of the Combined Police Service Examination (CPSE) for SI in October 2025 due to a major question paper leak, which sparked widespread discontent among the nearly 1.53 lakh candidates. The OUSSSC, a new body formed to ensure fair recruitment following earlier scams by the Odisha Police Recruitment Board (OPRB), has assured that all candidates previously eligible, including those who have since exceeded the age limit, will be allowed to reappear without changes to the exam pattern or syllabus. The state government is under pressure to deliver a transparent and error-free selection process, especially given the significant number of anticipated vacancies, reportedly around 933 SI posts. While the October deadline offers some relief, job aspirants are now keenly awaiting the release of the detailed examination schedule, which the OUSSSC has promised to unveil soon. The focus will remain on the Commission's ability to maintain fairness and prevent any further malpractices, as thousands of hopefuls look to secure a future in the Odisha Police. This recruitment drive is a significant test for the newly formed OUSSSC and its chairman, Rashmi Ranjan Swain, to restore public trust in the state's examination system.