Sub-Inspector (SI) competitive examination Odisha Police Recruitment Board aged between 21 and 25 years exam pattern selection process

Odisha Police Sub-Inspector (SI) 

The Sub-Inspector (SI) exam is a competitive examination conducted by the Odisha Police Recruitment Board to select candidates for the position of Sub-Inspector in the Odisha Police Department. Here's an introduction to the exam:

Purpose:

The SI exam aims to recruit eligible candidates for the Sub-Inspector post, responsible for maintaining law and order, investigating crimes, and supervising police personnel.

Eligibility:

Candidates must be Indian citizens, aged between 21 and 25 years (relaxable for reserved categories), and possess a Bachelor's degree from a recognized university.

Selection Process:

1. Written Examination (Paper I and Paper II)

2. Physical Efficiency Test (PET)

3. Medical Examination

4. Interview

Exam Pattern:

- Paper I: General English and Odia Language (100 marks, 90 minutes)

- Paper II: General Studies (200 marks, 180 minutes)

Syllabus:

- General English and Odia Language

- General Studies (History, Geography, Polity, Economy, Science, Current Events)

- Criminology and Police Administration

- Psychology

Vacancies:

The number of vacancies varies each year, and candidates are selected based on their performance in the exam and interview.

Career Prospects:

Selected candidates will be appointed as Sub-Inspectors in the Odisha Police Department, with opportunities for promotion to higher ranks based on performance and experience.

The Odisha Police SI exam pattern consists of two papers;

Paper I:

- Subject: General English and Odia Language

- Marks: 100

- Duration: 90 minutes

Paper II:

- Subject: General Studies

- Marks: 200

- Duration: 180 minutes

There will be a negative marking of 0.25 marks for each incorrect answer. The total duration of the exam is 4.5 hours.

The selection process for Odisha Police Sub-Inspector (SI) exam typically consists of the following stages:

1. Written Examination: Candidates will appear for two papers - Paper I (General English and Odia Language) and Paper II (General Studies).

2. Physical Efficiency Test (PET): Candidates who clear the written exam will be called for PET, which includes events like 100-meter sprint, high jump, long jump, shot put, and 800-meter run.

3. Physical Measurement Test (PMT): Candidates who clear PET will undergo PMT, which includes measurement of height, chest, and weight.

4. Medical Examination: Candidates who clear PMT will undergo a medical examination to ensure they are physically fit for the role.

5. Interview: Candidates who clear the medical examination will be called for an interview, which will assess their personality, communication skills, and suitability for the role.

6. Document Verification: Candidates who clear the interview will undergo document verification, where their educational and personal documents will be verified.

7. Final Selection: Candidates who clear all the stages will be selected for the post of Sub-Inspector in Odisha Police.