The Odisha Staff Selection Commission (OSSC) has officially released the OSSC CGLRE 2025 Rejection List along with important details regarding the upcoming Preliminary Examination. Candidates who applied for the Combined Graduate Level Recruitment Examination 2025 can now check whether their application has been accepted or rejected.
As per the official notification, a total of 29,162 applications have been rejected due to incomplete details, incorrect information, or other discrepancies. Meanwhile, over 2.31 lakh candidates have successfully submitted their forms and are eligible to appear in the examination scheduled for April 2026.
OSSC CGLRE 2025 Rejection List – Key Highlights
- Organization: Odisha Staff Selection Commission (OSSC)
- Exam Name: Combined Graduate Level Recruitment Examination (CGLRE) 2025
- Total Applications Submitted: 2,31,672
- Total Applications Rejected: 29,162
- Preliminary Exam Date: 19 April 2026 (Sunday)
- Category: Rejection List & Exam Date Notice
- Official Website: www.ossc.gov.in
📢 Official OSSC CGLRE 2025 Notification
Download the official OSSC CGLRE 2025 Rejection List and Exam Date notice PDF released by the Commission.
Download Official Notification PDFWhy Were Applications Rejected?
The OSSC CGLRE 2025 Rejection List clearly mentions that applications were rejected due to incomplete or incorrect submissions. Some of the common reasons include:
- Incomplete personal details
- Incorrect address information
- Missing qualification details
- Non-payment of examination fees
- Uploading incorrect or unclear documents
Candidates are advised to carefully review the rejection reasons mentioned against their registration number in the official PDF.
OSSC CGLRE 2025 Preliminary Exam Date Announced
Along with the rejection notice, the Commission has also confirmed that the Preliminary Examination will be conducted on 19 April 2026 (Sunday). This announcement has brought clarity for lakhs of aspirants preparing for the Group-B and Group-C posts under the recruitment drive.
The detailed examination schedule, including admit card release date and exam guidelines, will be published soon on the official website.
How to Check OSSC CGLRE 2025 Rejection List?
Candidates can follow these simple steps to check the OSSC CGLRE 2025 Rejection List:
- Visit the official website www.ossc.gov.in
- Go to the “What’s New” or Notification section
- Click on the CGLRE 2025 Rejection List PDF link
- Download the PDF file
- Search your Registration Number using Ctrl + F
If your registration number appears in the list, it means your application has been rejected.
What Should Rejected Candidates Do Now?
If your name appears in the OSSC CGLRE 2025 Rejection List, unfortunately, you will not be eligible to appear in the Preliminary Examination this year. However, candidates are encouraged to:
- Check the rejection reason carefully
- Avoid similar mistakes in future applications
- Stay updated for upcoming OSSC recruitments
- Prepare early for next recruitment cycle
Learning from mistakes can significantly improve your chances in future government job examinations.
Competition Level This Year
With more than 2.31 lakh valid applications, the competition for OSSC CGLRE 2025 is expected to be intense. Candidates who successfully cleared the application process should now focus entirely on their preparation strategy.
The release of the OSSC CGLRE 2025 Rejection List has narrowed down the final number of eligible candidates, making the selection process more streamlined.
Important Dates to Remember
- Rejection List Release Date: 27 February 2026
- Preliminary Exam Date: 19 April 2026
- Admit Card: To be announced soon
Important Links
Official Notification (Rejection List PDF):
Click Here to Download PDF
Official Website:
https://www.ossc.gov.in
Final Words
The release of the OSSC CGLRE 2025 Rejection List marks an important stage in the recruitment process. While thousands of applications have been rejected, over two lakh candidates are now preparing for the Preliminary Examination scheduled for April 2026.
Candidates are strongly advised to stay connected with the official website for updates regarding admit cards, exam centers, and further selection stages. For the latest government job updates, keep visiting careerjobalert.com.
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Nimain Charan Juanga is a Government Job Analyst and career content specialist focused on delivering accurate recruitment notifications, exam updates, results, and official career alerts across India. He specializes in tracking announcements from SSC, UPSC, Railway, Banking, and State recruitment boards, ensuring all information is verified from official sources before publication.