OSSC CTS Exam Date 2026 Out - Check Date & Time at ossc.gov.in
The Odisha Staff Selection Commission (OSSC) has announced that the Preliminary Examination of the Combined Technical Services Recruitment Examination (CTSRE)-2025 will be held on 26 October 2026 (Monday) in Computer Based Recruitment Examination (CBRE) mode. The admit card (Admission Letter) will be available from 16.10.2026 onwards at www.ossc.gov.in.
OSSC CTS Prelims Exam 2026 - Overview
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Examination Name | Combined Technical Services Recruitment Examination (CTSRE)-2025 |
| Conducting Body | Odisha Staff Selection Commission (OSSC) |
| Advertisement Number | 5925/OSSC dated 30.12.2025 |
| Prelims Exam Date | 26 October 2026 (Monday) |
| Exam Mode | CBRE (Computer Based Recruitment Examination) |
| Total Questions | 150 |
| Total Marks | 150 |
| Duration | 150 minutes |
| Negative Marking | 0.25 marks for each wrong answer |
| Admit Card Release | 16.10.2026 onwards |
| Official Website | www.ossc.gov.in |
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Advertisement No. 5925/OSSC released | 30.12.2025 |
| Corrigendum and Addendum Notice No. 1810/OSSC | 30.05.2026 |
| Admit Card (Admission Letter) available | 16.10.2026 onwards |
| Last date to email scribe request documents (PwD candidates) | 20.10.2026 |
| CTSRE-2025 Preliminary Examination | 26.10.2026 (Monday) |
How to Check OSSC CTS Prelims Exam Date 2026
- Visit the official OSSC website at ossc.gov.in.
- Go to the What's New / Notifications section on the homepage.
- Find the notice for Combined Technical Services Recruitment Examination (CTSRE)-2025.
- Click the relevant exam schedule notice to open the PDF.
- Check the Prelims exam date, exam mode, duration, marks and other details mentioned in the notice.
- Download and save the PDF for future reference. Also check the website regularly for the Admission Letter, which will be available from 16 October 2026 onwards.
Important Instructions for OSSC CTS Prelims 2026
- The Preliminary Examination is scheduled for 26 October 2026 (Monday).
- The exam will be conducted in Computer Based Recruitment Examination (CBRE) mode.
- The paper will contain 150 questions for 150 marks with a duration of 150 minutes.
- There will be negative marking of 0.25 marks for each wrong answer.
- Download the Admission Letter from 16 October 2026 onwards and verify the exam centre, date, timing and candidate details.
- Follow the instructions mentioned on the Admission Letter and reach the examination centre as per the reporting time.
- Keep checking the official OSSC website for any updates or changes before the examination.
OSSC CTS Exam Date 2026 - Important Links
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the OSSC CTS Prelims Exam 2026?
The CTSRE-2025 Preliminary Examination will be held on 26 October 2026 (Monday).
What is the mode of the OSSC CTS Prelims Exam?
The exam will be conducted in Computer Based Recruitment Examination (CBRE) mode.
When will the OSSC CTS Prelims admit card be released?
The Admission Letter will be available from 16.10.2026 onwards on www.ossc.gov.in.
How can I download the OSSC CTS admit card?
Go to www.ossc.gov.in, open the "Download Admission Letter for CTSRE-2025" link, log in with your User ID and Password, and download the admit card.
How many questions are asked in the OSSC CTS Prelims?
The exam has 150 multiple choice questions carrying 150 marks. Each correct answer earns 1 mark.