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OD Police PC Cutoff 2026 — expected score & rank bands
What does your score in Odisha Police Constable (OSSC) actually get you? These bands map a mock/exam percentage to the rank window and outcomes that score range has typically achieved.
AI-curated from historic cutoff patterns — indicative, not official. Always verify with the latest official notification.
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Category-wise expected cutoff (indicative)
| Category | Expected Cutoff (indicative) |
|---|---|
| General | 58-65 marks out of 100 |
| EWS | 55-62 marks out of 100 |
| OBC | 52-58 marks out of 100 |
| SC | 42-48 marks out of 100 |
| ST | 38-45 marks out of 100 |
| PwD | 35-42 marks out of 100 |
- Category gap pattern: General category cutoffs typically run 6-10 marks higher than OBC, 15-20 marks above SC, and 20-25 marks above ST, reflecting reservation policy implementation in Odisha Police recruitments.
- Year-on-year variation factors: Cutoffs fluctuate based on vacancy count (higher vacancies can lower cutoffs by 3-5 marks), paper difficulty level, and candidate performance distribution. Physical Standard Test (PST) qualification ratios also indirectly influence final merit cutoffs.
- Competitive reality: With high application-to-vacancy ratios in Odisha Police Constable exams, General and EWS candidates should target the 60+ range for reasonable selection probability, while reserved category candidates securing 45+ (SC) or 40+ (ST) position themselves competitively for the merit list.
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Top scorers — Merit leaders
92–100%
- Police Constable — Guaranteed first choice of district and unit
- Crime Branch Constable — investigative cadre (after initial training)
- Special Protection Group postings — VIP security duties
- Recognition in merit list and training academy
- Typically top 1-3% of all selected candidates
- Strong foundation for promotional exams (ASI, SI)
Excellent performance — Elite units
85–92%
- Police Constable — Capital units (Commissionerate Police, Bhubaneswar-Cuttack)
- Special Operations Group (SOG) Constable — after selection and specialized training
- India Reserve Battalion (IRBn) Constable — central reserve force
- First preference in posting choice
- Approximately top 5-10% of candidates
- Fast-track promotion opportunities post-training
High merit — Top postings
75–85%
- Police Constable — Urban district postings (Cuttack, Bhubaneswar, Puri)
- Constable (Driver) — Motor Transport wing (requires valid driving license)
- Constable (Bugler/Buglar) — ceremonial duties with band
- Higher preference in district allocation
- Approximately top 15-20% of selected candidates
- May qualify for special units after training
Strong PET call — Multiple posts
65–75%
- Police Constable — preferred district postings likely
- Jail Warder — Odisha Prison Service (Pay Level 4)
- Constable (Communication) — technical cadre with training
- Armed Police Constable — Special Armed Police battalions
- Good chances for General category candidates
- Choice of posting may be available based on merit
PET likely — Constable contention
50–65%
- Police Constable (Male) — Odisha Police, District cadres (Pay Level 4, ₹25,500-81,100)
- Police Constable (Female) — various districts based on vacancies
- Fireman — Odisha Fire Service (similar pay scale)
- Must clear PET (race, high jump, long jump) and medical standards
- Final selection depends on PET/PMT performance
Borderline — PET uncertain
35–50%
- May qualify for PET depending on category and competition
- SC/ST candidates have better chances in this range
- General category candidates need higher scores
- Recommendation: aim for 55%+ to ensure PET call
Below cut-off range
0–35%
- Unlikely to qualify for Physical Efficiency Test (PET)
- Score typically below minimum qualifying marks
- Focus on fundamentals of Odia language, General Knowledge, and Arithmetic
- Consider thorough revision before next attempt
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