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Combined Graduate Level Exam (CGLE) 2026

Exam Name Authority Eligibility Last Date
Combined Graduate Level Exam (CGLE) 2026 OSSC Graduation (any discipline) 15 May 2026

Odisha Staff Selection Commission · 1,050 vacancies · Apply by 15 May 2026

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Vacancies

1,050

Last Date

15 May 2026

Age Limit

18–38 yrs

Qualification

Graduation (any discipline)

How to Apply Online

01

Visit the official portal and create your registration account.

02

Login and fill in your personal, educational, and contact details carefully.

03

Upload scanned copies of your photo, signature, and required certificates.

04

Pay the application fee online and download the final submitted form.

Resource Hub

Download official documents and study materials.

Official Notification PDF Detailed Syllabus & Exam Pattern Admit Card Download Apply Online Portal

Selection Process

  1. Written Exam — 110 marks (MCQ)
  2. Skill Test / Practical Test (for specific posts)
  3. Document Verification
  4. Merit-based appointment

Previous Year Indicative Cutoff

Figures are indicative based on prior year results. Actual cutoff varies.

Category Cutoff Marks Out of %
General / UR 80 110 72.7%
SEBC (OBC) 73 110 66.4%
SC 63 110 57.3%

Exam Centres

Major cities where this exam is typically conducted.

BhubaneswarCuttackBerhampurSambalpurRourkelaBalasore

Syllabus Highlights

  • Odisha History, Culture & Current Affairs (30 marks)
  • Indian Polity, Economy & Geography (30 marks)
  • Arithmetic & Reasoning — quantitative aptitude (25 marks)
  • English Language — grammar, comprehension (25 marks)

Important Details

  • Department: Odisha Staff Selection Commission
  • Application window: 20 March 2026 – 15 May 2026
  • Age cut-off date: 1 January 2027
  • Salary / Pay Scale: ₹21,700 – ₹69,100
  • Tentative exam date: 23 August 2026
  • Note: OSSC CGLE 2026 — Assistant Sanitary Inspector, Revenue Inspector, Forester and allied Group B/C posts.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the age limit for Combined Graduate Level Exam (CGLE) 2026? ▼

For the General category the minimum age is 18 years and the maximum is 38 years. OBC candidates usually receive three additional years, SC/ST candidates five additional years, and PwD candidates ten additional years, subject to the official PDF. Age is reckoned from Friday, 1 January 2027.

How do I apply for Combined Graduate Level Exam (CGLE) 2026? ▼

Visit the authorised website for Odisha Staff Selection Commission (https://ossc.gov.in), complete online registration, fill every mandatory field, and upload photograph and signature scans within the limits stated in the PDF. The closing date was Friday, 15 May 2026 — online applications are no longer accepted. Verify eligibility with our Age Calculator before you pay any fee.

What is the last date to apply for Combined Graduate Level Exam (CGLE) 2026? ▼

The closing date was Friday, 15 May 2026 — online applications are no longer accepted. The examination is tentatively scheduled on Sunday, 23 August 2026.

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