Jobs Details
Odisha CGL Syllabus 2026 | Prelims & Mains Exam Pattern, Subject Wise Topics & Marking Scheme
Post Date : 04 April 2026 | Author : Hindustan Result
Short Information
Odisha Staff Selection Commission (OSSC) has released the Odisha CGL Syllabus 2026 for the Combined Graduate Level Recruitment Examination (CGLRE). The exam has two main stages: Prelims (qualifying/screening) and Mains (merit-based), with special emphasis on Odisha-specific topics. Negative marking of 0.25 marks applies in Prelims and MCQ sections of Mains. Candidates can check the complete subject-wise syllabus and exam pattern below.
Exam Overview
| Details | Information |
| Exam Name | Odisha CGL – Combined Graduate Level Recruitment Examination (CGLRE) 2026 |
| Conducting Body | Odisha Staff Selection Commission (OSSC) |
| Exam Type | Objective (MCQ) – Prelims & Mains |
| Prelims Mode | Online (CBRE – Computer Based Recruitment Examination) |
| Mains Mode | Offline (Objective + Short Answer) |
| Prelims Questions | 150 Questions (25 each from 6 subjects) |
| Mains Total Marks | 200 Marks (Paper 1: 100 + Paper 2: 100) |
| Mains Duration | 2.5 Hours per Paper |
| Negative Marking | 0.25 Marks (Prelims & MCQ sections of Mains) |
| Selection Process | Prelims → Mains → Certificate Verification → Skill Test (for specific posts) |
| Official Website | ossc.gov.in |
Note: 0.25 marks will be deducted for each wrong answer in Prelims and MCQ sections of Mains. No marks for unattempted questions.
Subject-Wise Exam Pattern 2026
► Prelims Exam Pattern (Qualifying / Screening)
| Subject | No. of Questions | Marks |
| Arithmetic | 25 | 25 |
| Data Interpretation | 25 | 25 |
| Logical Reasoning | 25 | 25 |
| Current Events | 25 | 25 |
| Computer Awareness | 25 | 25 |
| Odisha GK | 25 | 25 |
| Total | 150 | 150 |
► Mains Exam Pattern (Merit-Based)
| Paper | Subject | Marks | Duration |
| Paper 1 | Language (Odia & English) | 100 | 2.5 Hours |
| Paper 2 | General Studies | 100 | 2.5 Hours |
| Total | – | 200 | – |
The exam is conducted in two stages. Prelims is qualifying/screening in nature and Mains is merit-based. Final selection is based on Mains score.
Detailed Syllabus 2026
► Prelims Syllabus
| Subject | Topics Covered |
| Arithmetic & Data Interpretation | Number system, fractions, decimals, simplification, BODMAS; HCF & LCM, percentage, ratio & proportion, average; profit & loss, discount, simple & compound interest; time & work, time & distance, mensuration; data interpretation: charts, graphs, tables, data sufficiency, bar/line/pie graphs |
| Logical Reasoning & Mental Ability | Verbal & non-verbal reasoning; analogies, similarities & differences, space visualization; problem-solving, analysis, judgment, decision making; coding-decoding, blood relations, direction sense; series (number/alphabet), syllogism, puzzles & seating arrangement; arithmetical reasoning, number series, classification |
| Current Events & General Awareness | National & international current affairs; Indian history, polity, constitution, economy; geography (India & world), general science & technology; sports, awards, books & authors, environment; everyday science, scientific research |
| Computer & Internet Awareness | Computer fundamentals, hardware & software; MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint); internet, networking (LAN/WAN), email, web browsers; operating systems, MS Windows, basic programming concepts; cyber security, firewall, antivirus |
| Odisha GK – Geography, Economy, History & Culture | Physical features, rivers, climate, natural resources; Odisha economy: sectors, development, poverty, industries; history: ancient, medieval, freedom struggle, post-independence; culture: temples, art & crafts, dance/music, festivals, tribal heritage, literature |
► Mains Syllabus – Paper 1: Language (Odia & English)
| Topic | Details |
| English – Reading & Vocabulary | Reading comprehension; vocabulary: synonyms, antonyms, one-word substitution |
| English – Grammar | Tenses, articles, prepositions, conjunctions; active/passive voice, direct/indirect speech; sentence improvement, error detection, fill in the blanks; idioms & phrases, spelling correction |
| Odia – Grammar | Sandhi, Samasa, Taddhita, Krudanta; voice transformation, antonyms/synonyms, error correction; idioms & phrases, punctuation |
| Odia – Writing Skills | Essay writing (familiar topics, ~250 words); letter writing (personal, official, business); translation (English to Odia, ~100 words); comprehension of unseen passage |
► Mains Syllabus – Paper 2: General Studies
| Topic | Details |
| Indian Polity & Governance | Indian Constitution & governance structure; Panchayati Raj, public policy, rights & duties |
| Indian Economy | Indian economy & development issues; planning, budget, poverty, industries |
| Odisha Economy & Policies | Odisha economy, budget & government policies; state-specific development schemes |
| History of India & Odisha | Ancient, medieval & modern Indian history; history of Odisha including freedom struggle |
| Geography | Physical & economic geography of India, world and Odisha; rivers, climate, natural resources |
| General Science & Environment | General science, environment & climate change; ecology, biodiversity, pollution |
| Art, Culture & Heritage | Art, culture & heritage with special focus on Odisha; temples, festivals, tribal culture, literature |
Selection Process
| Step | Stage | Details |
| 1 | Preliminary Examination | 150 MCQ Questions | Online (CBRE) | Qualifying / Screening in nature | 0.25 Negative Marking |
| 2 | Mains Written Examination | 200 Marks | 2 Papers | 2.5 Hours each | Merit-based selection |
| 3 | Certificate Verification | Verification of original documents and certificates |
| 4 | Skill Test / Computer Proficiency Test | For specific posts like Auditor, Junior Assistant – qualifying in nature |
Important Links
| Link | Action |
| Download Odisha CGL Syllabus PDF 2026 | Click Here |
| Official Website | ossc.gov.in |