The Odisha Police Recruitment Board (OPRB) has officially postponed the Sub-Inspector (SI) examination 2025, which was scheduled for October 5–6, 2025. The board cited unforeseen developments as the reason for the postponement. New dates will be announced on the official OPRB website in due course. The postponement affects recruitment for multiple positions, including Sub-Inspector, Station Officer, and other posts under the Common Preliminary Selection Examination (CPSE) 2024. Candidates are advised to rely solely on official notifications and avoid circulating rumors regarding the exam schedule.
Official Statement
“In view of some unforeseen development, the Board decided to postpone the Written Examination CPSE-2024, which was earlier scheduled to be held on October 5 and 6, 2025. Fresh date will be announced later,” stated the official OPRB notification. The board did not disclose further details regarding the reasons for the postponement. Candidates are encouraged to monitor the official website for accurate and timely updates
Recruitment and Selection Process
The CPSE-2024 recruitment covers posts such as:
- Sub-Inspector (SI)
- Station Officer
- Other related positions
The selection process includes the following stages:
- Written Examination – Initially scheduled for October 5–6, now postponed.
- Physical Standard Test (PST) – For candidates who clear the written exam.
- Physical Efficiency Test (PET) – Tests endurance and physical fitness.
- Document Verification – Final stage for appointment eligibility.
Only candidates meeting all requirements across these stages will be recommended for final selection.
What Candidates Should Do?
- Continue preparation as planned; the postponement provides extra time to revise and strengthen weak areas.
- Check the official OPRB website regularly for updates on fresh exam dates and notifications.
- No separate communication regarding the rescheduled dates will be sent individually, so candidates must stay vigilant online.
The postponement is aimed at ensuring a smooth, fair, and transparent examination process once all issues are resolved. Candidates are advised to remain calm and use the additional time for thorough preparation.
Key Takeaways
- Odisha Police SI Exam 2025 scheduled for October 5–6 postponed.
- Recruitment includes SI, Station Officer, and other posts under CPSE-2024.
- Selection stages: Written Exam → PST → PET → Document Verification.
- Candidates should continue preparation and monitor the official OPRB website.
- Fresh exam dates will be announced well in advance.
