The Odisha Police SI Recruitment notification details are now available here on our website for free. The Odisha Police Recruitment Board (OPRB), State Police Headquarters, Cuttack conducts the Odisha Police SI Recruitment drive to fill Sub-Inspector (SI) posts for graduate candidates across Odisha. This page gives you the complete guide — vacancy details, eligibility, exam pattern, syllabus, physical standards, previous year question papers and how to apply — all in one place.
Every year thousands of aspirants take part in the Odisha Police SI Recruitment because it offers a respected uniformed government job with a good salary and career growth. Read the full information below, bookmark this page for the latest updates, and start your preparation today. You can also check the official Odisha Police SI Exam Pattern guide for more help.
Here is a quick snapshot of the Odisha Police SI recruitment before you dive into the eligibility and exam details:
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Conducting Body | Odisha Police Recruitment Board (OPRB), State Police HQ, Cuttack |
| Post Name | Sub-Inspector (SI) of Police |
| Total Vacancies | 933 Posts |
| Job Type | Contractual up to 6 years, then Regular |
| Basic Salary | Rs. 16,800/- (Training Period) |
| Qualification | Any Graduation |
| Age Limit | 21 to 25 Years |
| Selection Process | Written CBT + PMT + PET + Document Verification |
| Exam Mode | Online (Computer Based Test) |
| Official Website | odishapolice.gov.in |
A total of 933 Sub-Inspector posts are notified this year. The category-wise vacancy break-up is released along with the official notification and will be updated here as soon as it is published.
| Gender | UR | SEBC/OBC | SC | ST |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Male | As per notification | As per notification | As per notification | As per notification |
| Female | As per notification | As per notification | As per notification | As per notification |
| Total | — | — | — | 933 (All Categories) |
Before applying, make sure you meet the educational and age requirements below:
The Odisha Police SI written examination is conducted online (CBT) in two papers carrying a total of 300 marks, followed by a qualifying physical test. There is a negative marking of 0.25 marks for each wrong answer.
| Paper | Subject | Questions | Marks | Duration | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Paper-1 | Odia & English | 100 | 100 | 1.5 Hours | MCQ |
| Paper-2 | General Studies | 200 | 200 | 3 Hours | MCQ |
| Physical | PMT & PET (Only Qualifying) | — | — | — | Qualifying |
| Total | Written Examination | 300 | 300 | 4.5 Hours | — |
The Odisha Police SI syllabus is spread across language and General Studies subjects. Here are the important topics you must prepare:
| Subject | Important Topics |
|---|---|
| Odia | Translation (English to Odia), Comprehension of unseen text, Odia vocabulary, word formation, syntax, spelling & punctuation, synonyms and antonyms |
| English | Verb, Preposition, Adverb, Subject-Verb Agreement, Error Correction, Tenses, Sentence Rearrangement, Articles, Comprehension, Vocabulary, Synonyms and Antonyms |
| General Science | General science with recent scientific and technological developments |
| Current Affairs | Events of national and international importance |
| History & Geography | Ancient India, Indian National Movement, physical and economic geography, Indian agriculture and natural resources |
| Polity & Economy | Constitution of India, Panchayati Raj administration, planning and economic development of India |
| Aptitude | Ratio & Proportion, Percentage, Average, Profit & Loss, Time & Work, Speed & Distance, Mensuration, Quadratic equations |
| Reasoning | Number/Alphabet Series, Direction Sense, Coding-Decoding, Analogy, Non-verbal reasoning, Mirror Images, Cubes & Dice, Embedded figures |
| Computer Basics | Introduction to Computer, Computer Architecture, Operating System, MS Windows, MS Office |
The Physical Standard Test (PST) is only qualifying in nature. Candidates must meet the following height, weight and chest measurements:
| Category | Height | Weight (kg) | Chest (Unexpanded) | Chest (Expanded) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Male – General/OBC/SEBC | 168 cm | 55 | 79 cm | 84 cm |
| Female – General/OBC/SEBC | 155 cm | 47.5 | No Limit | No Limit |
| Male – SC/ST | 163 cm | 50 | 76 cm | 81 cm |
| Female – SC/ST | 150 cm | 45 | No Limit | No Limit |
After the PST, shortlisted candidates must clear the Physical Efficiency Test (PET). Three times the number of vacancies are called for the physical stage.
| Sl. No. | Event | Gender | Distance | Duration / Attempts |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Running | Male | 1.6 Km | 8 Minutes |
| 2 | Running | Female | 1.6 Km | 10 Minutes |
| 3 | Long Jump | Male | 3.66 Meters | 3 Attempts |
| 4 | Long Jump | Female | 2.77 Meters | 3 Attempts |
Solving previous year papers is the smartest way to prepare for the SI written exam. Download the year-wise Preliminary and Mains question papers with answer keys from the table below:
Follow these simple steps to complete your Odisha Police SI Recruitment online application form:
For the official notification, admit card and syllabus PDF, always refer to the official Odisha Police portal at odishapolice.gov.in. You can also download our SI E-Book & Mock Test App for full practice.
The Odisha Police SI Recruitment notifies a total of 933 Sub-Inspector (SI) posts across all categories under the Odisha Police Recruitment Board (OPRB).
Candidates must have a Bachelor’s Degree (any graduation) from a recognised university to be eligible for the SI post.
The age limit is 21 to 25 years, with 5 years of age relaxation for SC, ST, SEBC/OBC and all women candidates.
The written CBT has two papers – Paper-1 (Odia & English, 100 marks) and Paper-2 (General Studies, 200 marks) – for a total of 300 marks, with 0.25 negative marking.
Yes. A penalty of 0.25 marks is deducted for every wrong answer in the MCQ-based Computer Based Test.
The basic salary during the training period is Rs. 16,800/- per month, which increases after the training and regularisation.
General/OBC/SEBC male candidates need 168 cm and female 155 cm; SC/ST male need 163 cm and female 150 cm.
You can download the year-wise Preliminary and Mains Odisha Police SI Recruitment previous year question papers with answer keys for free from the PDF table above on this page.
The application fee is Rs. 285/- for UR and OBC/SEBC candidates, while SC and ST candidates are exempted from paying the fee.
No, there is no viva/interview. Selection is based on the written CBT marks followed by qualifying physical tests and document verification.
This complete Odisha Police SI Recruitment guide gives you the vacancy details, eligibility, exam pattern, syllabus, physical standards, previous year question papers and the step-by-step apply process for the Sub-Inspector post. Bookmark this page, download the Odisha Police SI Recruitment previous year PDFs, and start a focused study plan today. Keep visiting Techofworld and the official Odisha Police website for the latest updates, and take one step closer to your dream job in uniform!