OSSSC Excise Constable Syllabus 2026 - Download PDF & Exam Pattern

Age Details

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Education and Eligibility

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Important Dates

• Updated: 31-12-2025 (11:24 AM). The detailed notification with the syllabus and exam pattern for 2026 will be released by OSSSC and can be accessed on the official website once available.

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OSSSC Excise Constable Syllabus 2026 - Overview

• Exam Name: OSSSC Excise Constable Exam 2026
• Conducting Body: Odisha Sub-ordinate Staff Selection Commission (OSSSC)
• Post Name: Excise Constable
• Total Vacancies: 575 posts
• Exam Mode: OMR/Objective MCQ
• Exam Type: Objective (MCQ)
• Total Questions: 100
• Total Marks: 100
• Exam Duration: 1.5 hours
• Negative Marking: Yes (0.5 marks deducted)
• Selection Process: Written Exam + Physical Standard Measurement (PSM) + Physical Efficiency Test (PET)
• Official Website: https://www.osssc.gov.in/

Exam Pattern 2026

• Arithmetic: 20 questions / 20 marks / 1.5 hours
• General Knowledge: 25 questions / 25 marks
• English: 20 questions / 20 marks
• Odia Language: 15 questions / 15 marks
• Computer Knowledge: 20 questions / 20 marks
• Total: 100 questions / 100 marks

Subject-wise Syllabus Highlights

• General Knowledge & Current Affairs: Indian history, geography, polity, economy, environment, science, current affairs (last 6-12 months).
• Arithmetic / Quantitative Aptitude: number system, simplification, percentages, time & work, distance, data interpretation, etc.
• English Language: reading comprehension, grammar, vocabulary, sentence correction, cloze tests, idioms, para jumbles.
• Odia Language: reading comprehension, grammar, vocabulary, error detection, writing basics.
• Computer Knowledge: basics of hardware/software, MS Office, operating systems, internet, email, web basics.

Preparation Tips

• Understand the complete syllabus and exam pattern from the official notification.
• Create a realistic study timetable prioritizing high-weightage topics.
• Use standard study materials and practice previous years’ papers.
• Take regular mock tests and stay updated with official notifications.
• Maintain physical health for PET preparation.

Recommended Books

• General Knowledge: Lucent's General Knowledge
• Arithmetic: Objective Arithmetic by R.S. Aggarwal
• English: Objective General English by S.P. Bakshi
• Computer: Objective Computer Awareness
• Odia: Odia Grammar for Competitive Exams

Best wishes for the OSSSC Excise Constable Exam 2026 preparation.