The Odisha Police Staff Selection Board (SSB) has officially released the answer key for the Odisha Police Sepoy/Constable recruitment examination, 2024. Candidates who participated in the computer-based recruitment test can now download the answer key from the official website, odishapolice.gov.in.
Exam Details
- Exam Dates: The computer-based recruitment test was conducted from December 7 to December 18, 2024.
- Total Vacancies: A total of 2,030 vacancies are available for Sepoy/Constable positions across various battalions of Odisha Police. Initially, 1,360 vacancies were announced, which were later increased by an additional 720 vacancies.
- Candidates Applied: While specific numbers of candidates who applied have not been disclosed, it is reported that lakhs of candidates registered for the examination.
How to Download the Answer Key
To access the answer key, candidates need to follow these simple steps:
- Visit: Go to odishapolice.gov.in.
- Navigate: Click on the “Sepoy/Constable recruitment” tab.
- Select: Find and click on the link for “Provisional Answer Keys and Objections to the Answer Keys for the post of Sepoys/Constables.”
- Login: Enter your roll number and password (date of birth in DDMMYYYY format).
- Submit: Click to download the provisional answer key.
Important Dates for Objections
Candidates have until December 30, 2024, to submit any objections against the provisional answer key. Each objection must be accompanied by a fee of ₹250 per question. If an objection is deemed valid, the fee will be refunded after deducting any applicable bank charges. It is important to note that objections sent offline or after the deadline will not be accepted.
Normalization of Scores
The SSB has stated that scores from this multi-shift examination will be normalized using a formula similar to that employed by the National Testing Agency (NTA) for their examinations.
Conclusion
Candidates are encouraged to review the answer key carefully and submit any objections within the stipulated time frame to ensure accuracy in their evaluation process. For more updates and information, keep checking the official Odisha Police website.
Disclaimer: This article summarizes current events related to the Odisha Police Constable recruitment examination based on available information as of December 27, 2024.
