Odisha CGL 2026 Syllabus & Exam Pattern

Odisha CGL Syllabus 2026 (OSSC Combined Graduate Level Recruitment Examination)

The OSSC CGL recruitment exam follows a two-stage process: Prelims (qualifying) and Mains (merit-based).

Exam Pattern:

Prelims:

• Arithmetic: 25 Questions
• Data Interpretation: 25 Questions
• Logical Reasoning: 25 Questions
• Current Events: 25 Questions
• Computer Awareness: 25 Questions
• Odisha GK: 25 Questions
• Negative Marking: 0.25

Mains:

• Paper 1: Language (Odia & English) - 100 Marks, 2.5 Hours
• Paper 2: General Studies - 100 Marks, 2.5 Hours
• No descriptive paper in Mains.

Syllabus Details:

Prelims Syllabus:

• Arithmetic & Data Interpretation: Number System, Fractions, Percentage, Ratio & Proportion, Data Interpretation (Charts, Graphs).
• Logical Reasoning: Verbal & Non-Verbal Reasoning, Analogies, Problem-Solving.
• Current Events: National & International Affairs, History, Polity, Economy, Geography, Science, Sports.
• Computer Awareness: Fundamentals, MS Office, Internet, Operating Systems.
• Odisha GK: Geography, Economy, History, Culture.

Mains Syllabus:

• Paper 1 (Language): English (Reading Comprehension, Grammar, Vocabulary), Odia (Grammar, Essay Writing, Letter Writing).
• Paper 2 (General Studies): Indian Constitution, Indian Economy, Odisha Economy, History of India & Odisha, Geography, General Science, Art & Culture.

Selection Process:

1. Preliminary Examination
2. Mains Written Examination
3. Certificate Verification
4. Skill Test / Computer Proficiency Test (for specific posts)

Download Syllabus PDF: Visit https://www.ossc.gov.in and navigate to the Recruitment/Notifications section to find the CGLRE-2025/2026 advertisement and download the detailed syllabus PDF.