Odisha CGL Syllabus 2026 (OSSC): Download detailed Prelims & Mains syllabus. Check exam pattern, negative marking, Arithmetic, Reasoning, Odisha GK, Language (Odia & English), General Studies topics & marking scheme here.

Overview :

Odisha CGL Syllabus 2026 (OSSC Combined Graduate Level Recruitment Examination) follows the latest revised pattern from OSSC notifications (e.g., CGLRE-2025/2026 cycles). The exam has two main stages: Prelims (qualifying/screening) and Mains (merit-based), with emphasis on Odisha-specific topics in Prelims and language + general studies in Mains. No major descriptive paper remains in Mains per recent updates.

Odisha CGL Syllabus Download PDF :

• Visit official website: https://www.ossc.gov.in
• Go to “Recruitment” or “Notifications” section.
• Find CGLRE-2025/2026 advertisement.
• Download detailed syllabus PDF (separate for Prelims & Mains).

Odisha CGL Syllabus Exam Pattern :

OSSC CGL Prelims Exam Pattern 2026

Subject	Number of Question
Arithmetic	25
Data Interpretation	25
Logical Reasoning	25
Current Events	25
Computer Awareness	25
Odisha GK	25

Odisha CGL Mains Exam Pattern 2026

Paper	Subject	Marks	Duration
Paper 1	Language (Odia & English)	100	2.5 Hours
Paper 2	General Studies	100	2.5 Hours
Total	—	200	—

Selection Process :

• Preliminary Examination (qualifying/screening)
• Mains Written Examination (merit-based)
• Certificate Verification
• Skill Test / Computer Proficiency Test (for specific posts like Auditor, Junior Assistant – qualifying nature)

Subject Wise Syllabus :

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 & Analytical Ability / General 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 Geography, Economy, History, Heritage & 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

OSSC CGL Mains Syllabus 2026

Paper 1: Language (Odia & English)

English (Plus Two / 12th Level)

• Reading Comprehension
• Vocabulary: Synonyms, Antonyms, One-Word Substitution
• Grammar: Tenses, Articles, Prepositions, Conjunctions
• Active/Passive Voice, Direct/Indirect Speech
• Sentence Improvement, Error Detection, Fill in the Blanks
• Idioms & Phrases, Spelling Correction

Odia Language

• Grammar: Sandhi, Samasa, Taddhita, Krudanta
• Voice Transformation, Antonyms/Synonyms, Error Correction
• Idioms & Phrases, Punctuation
• Essay Writing (familiar topics, ~250 words)
• Letter Writing (Personal, Official, Business)
• Translation (English to Odia, ~100 words)
• Comprehension of Unseen Passage

Paper 2: General Studies (12th Level)

• Indian Constitution & Governance
• Indian Economy & Development Issues
• Odisha Economy, Budget & Policies
• History of India & Odisha
• Geography (India, World & Odisha)
• General Science, Environment & Climate Change
• Art, Culture & Heritage (with focus on Odisha)

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