September 30, 2025, Bhubaneswar — Odisha Police Recruitment Board has postponed the Sub-Inspector examination scheduled for October 5-6, 2025, citing unforeseen developments, with new dates to be announced later.
The postponement affects recruitment for Sub-Inspector, Station Officer, and other positions under Common Preliminary Selection Examination 2024. Candidates preparing for the exam should regularly check the official website for latest updates.
“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 specific reasons for the postponement in its official statement. Candidates are urged to rely only on official channels for accurate information and avoid rumors.
Recruitment and Selection Process
The recruitment covers SI, Station Officer, and other posts under CPSE-2024. The complete selection process includes written test, Physical Standard Test, and Physical Efficiency Test.
Candidates who clear the written exam will proceed to physical tests, followed by document verification for final selection. Only those meeting all criteria will be recommended for appointment.
What Candidates Should Do
Students should not worry about the postponement as new exam dates will be announced soon with sufficient advance notice. The postponement ensures smooth examination conduct once all issues are resolved.
Check the official OPRB website regularly for updates on new exam dates and other recruitment notifications. No separate individual communication will be sent to candidates about the rescheduled dates.
Continue preparation as planned since the exam will be held soon. Use this extra time to strengthen weak areas and revise important topics thoroughly.
The cautious approach by OPRB ensures fair and transparent examination process for all candidates once the situation is resolved.