Odisha Public Service Commission (OPSC)
OPSC OCS 2026 — Odisha Civil Services Recruitment
Quick Information
| Post Name | Odisha Administrative Service (OAS) Group A (Junior Branch), Odisha Police Service (OPS), Allied State Services posts |
| Total Vacancies | 330 |
| Salary | Pay Level 7–10 (Odisha ORSP 2017 pay scales) — ₹44,900–₹1,42,400/month basic + DA + HRA + Odisha state allowances. OAS Officer: ~₹70,000–₹90,000/month gross. |
| Organization | Odisha Public Service Commission (OPSC) |
Application Fee
| General | ₹500 |
| OBC | ₹500 |
| SC / ST | ₹200 |
| Women | ₹200 |
| PH / Divyang | Nil |
Important Dates
| Start Date | 5 April 2026 |
| Last Date | 5 May 2026 |
| Exam Date | 2 August 2026 |
Eligibility
| Age Limit | 21–38 years for most posts. Age relaxation: SEBC +3 yrs, SC/ST +5 yrs, PwBD +10 yrs, Ex-Servicemen as per Odisha Govt rules. Odisha domicile required. |
| Education | Bachelor's Degree from a recognised university. Knowledge of Odia language required. |
Selection Process
- 1**Stage 1 — Preliminary Exam (Objective)** | Paper | Marks | Duration | |---|---|---| | General Studies | 200 | 2 hours | | CSAT | 200 | 2 hours | CSAT qualifying (minimum 33%). GS marks for shortlisting. No negative marking. **Stage 2 — Main Exam (Written
- 2Descriptive)** | Paper | Marks | |---|---| | Paper I: Odia Language | 300 | | Paper II: English Language | 300 | | Paper III: Essay | 200 | | Paper IV: GS I (History
- 3Polity
- 4Economy) | 300 | | Paper V: GS II (Science
- 5Technology
- 6Odisha GK) | 300 | | Paper VI: Optional Subject I | 300 | | Paper VII: Optional Subject II | 300 | | **Total** | **2
- 7000** | **Stage 3 — Personality Test (Viva Voce)** 200 marks.
How to Apply
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What is OPSC OCS?
OPSC OCS (Odisha Public Service Commission — Odisha Civil Services) is the state civil services examination of Odisha. It recruits for OAS (Odisha Administrative Service), OPS (Odisha Police Service), and Allied Services posts.
Odisha has significant tribal population, coastal exposure (frequent cyclones), and major industrial developments (Tata Steel, NALCO, SAIL). An OAS officer works across this diverse administration.
Posts Offered
| Post | Service |
|---|---|
| OAS Group A (Junior Branch) | Administrative |
| Odisha Police Service (OPS) | Police |
| District Registrar | Registration |
| Sub-Registrar | Registration |
| Odisha Finance Service | Finance |
| Allied Services Posts | Various |
Eligibility
- Age: 21–38 years
- Qualification: Bachelor's Degree from a recognised university
- Language: Odia language knowledge required
- Domicile: Odisha domicile required
Important Dates 2026
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Application Start | April 5, 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | May 5, 2026 |
| Prelims Exam | August 2, 2026 |
| Mains Exam | December 2026 (expected) |
| Personality Test | March 2027 (expected) |
Preparation Strategy
Odisha GK (GS Paper V — high weightage): Ancient history (Kalinga kingdom, Battle of Kalinga 261 BCE, Emperor Ashoka), Buddhist sites (Dhauli), Jagannath Puri Rath Yatra significance, Odia literature (Sarala Das, Fakir Mohan Senapati), Odisha economy (iron ore, bauxite, chromite export; Paradip port; Hirakud dam), tribal culture (Kondh, Dongria Kondh, Juang tribes), Cyclone vulnerability and ODRAF preparedness, recent Odisha Smart City and SUJOG scheme.
Odia Language (300 marks — highest paper weight): Essay, précis, grammar, comprehension in Odia. This paper is the biggest differentiator — candidates strong in Odia secure significant advantage.
Official Links
| Resource | Link |
|---|---|
| OPSC Website | opsc.gov.in |
| Apply Online | opsc.gov.in |