Get Prelims & Mains Pattern and Syllabus Topics {JobDost Posted}

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 2026: Prelims & Mains Exam Pattern

The OSSC CGL recruitment includes Prelims (CBRE/Online MCQ), Mains (objective with some short-answer elements), and Certificate Verification. Negative marking of 0.25 applies in Prelims (and MCQs in Mains).

OSSC CGL Prelims Exam Pattern 2026

Odisha CGL Mains Exam Pattern 2026

OSSC CGL Prelims Syllabus 2026

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)

OSSC CGL Selection Process 2026

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)