Odisha Staff Selection Commission (OSSC) has released the OSSC CRE Admit Card 2026 for the Combined Recruitment Examination (CRE) of different posts having Physical Measurement Test (PMT) and Physical Efficiency Test (PET)-2025 under Advertisement No. 980/OSSC.
The admit card is available from 24 August 2026, and the written examination will be conducted on 31 August 2026 in Computer Based Recruitment Examination (CBRE) mode. Candidates should download their hall ticket from the official OSSC website and check their examination centre, reporting time and instructions.
Experience Important: Eligibility and experience requirements depend on the specific post included under Advertisement No. 980/OSSC. Candidates should refer to the original recruitment notification for post-wise conditions.
OSSC CRE Admit Card 2026 – Overview
| Particular | Details |
| Organisation | Odisha Staff Selection Commission (OSSC) |
| Post Names | Different posts under CRE with PMT/PET |
| Advertisement No. | 980/OSSC dated 19.03.2025 |
| Exam Name | Combined Recruitment Examination (CRE) |
| Exam Mode | Computer Based Recruitment Examination (CBRE) |
| Admit Card | Released |
| Admit Card Date | 24 August 2026 |
| Exam Date | 31 August 2026 |
| Age Limit | As per post-wise recruitment notification |
| Qualification | As per post-wise eligibility |
| Experience | Post-wise; check Advertisement No. 980/OSSC |
| Eligibility | As prescribed for the respective post |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Application Fee | As per original recruitment notification |
| Salary | As per respective post/pay level |
| Job Location | Odisha |
OSSC CRE Exam Centres
The written examination is scheduled at:
- Bhubaneswar
- Cuttack
- Sambalpur
- Baleshwar
- Dhenkanal
- Brahmapur
Important Dates
| Event | Date / Time |
| Original Application | As per Advertisement No. 980/OSSC |
| Notice Date | 18 August 2026 |
| Admit Card Download | 24 August 2026 onwards |
| Written Exam | 31 August 2026 |
| Reporting Time | 12:00 Noon |
| Gate Closing | 1:30 PM |
| Exam Time | 2:00 PM – 5:00 PM |
Eligibility Criteria
The OSSC CRE covers different posts for which PMT/PET may form part of the overall recruitment process. Educational qualification, age limit, experience and other eligibility conditions can vary according to the post.
Candidates should therefore check Advertisement No. 980/OSSC dated 19 March 2025 for the exact eligibility requirements applicable to their post.
Exam Pattern & Important Instructions
- Examination mode: CBRE
- Duration: 180 minutes
- Exam time: 2:00 PM to 5:00 PM
- Reporting time: 12:00 Noon
- Gate closing: 1:30 PM
- Negative marking: 0.25 marks for each wrong answer
- Carry the printed admit card and a valid original photo ID.
- Follow all instructions printed on the individual admit card.
Note: The 31 August examination is the written CBRE. It should not be confused with the separate PMT/PET stage that may be conducted later as part of the recruitment process.
How to Download OSSC CRE Admit Card 2026
- Visit the official OSSC website.
- Open the Download Admit Card/Login section.
- Select the relevant CRE examination.
- Enter the required login details such as date of birth and registered mobile number, username or registration number.
- Enter the captcha and submit.
- Check the admit card details carefully.
- Download and print the hall ticket for the examination.
Official Admit Card Login
Candidates can use the official OSSC login page to access their hall ticket:
OSSC Admit Card Login:
https://www.ossc.gov.in/Public/Pages/Login.aspx
Important Links
| Link | Details |
| Admit Card / Login | OSSC Admit Card Login – Use your registered details to download the CRE hall ticket. |
| Details / Notification | OSSC Official Website – Check the official recruitment notices and Advertisement No. 980/OSSC updates. |
| Official Website | OSSC Official Website |
Important: Candidates should download the admit card only from the official OSSC website and verify the examination centre and reporting instructions before leaving for the exam.
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FAQs – OSSC CRE Admit Card 2026
Q1. Is the OSSC CRE Admit Card 2026 released?
Yes. The admit card is available for download from 24 August 2026.
Q2. When is the OSSC CRE written exam?
The written CBRE is scheduled for 31 August 2026, from 2:00 PM to 5:00 PM.
Q3. What is the reporting time?
Candidates should report by 12:00 Noon. The main gate closes at 1:30 PM.
Q4. Is the 31 August exam a PMT/PET?
No. The 31 August examination is a Computer Based Recruitment Examination (CBRE). PMT/PET may be conducted separately later in the recruitment process.
Q5. Is there negative marking?
Yes. 0.25 marks are deducted for every wrong answer.
Q6. Where can I download the OSSC CRE Admit Card?
Candidates can download it through the official OSSC login page at ossc.gov.in.
Q7. What documents should I carry?
Candidates should carry a printed admit card and valid original photo ID proof, along with any additional documents mentioned on their individual admit card.