Odisha Public Service Commission (OPSC)

OPSC OCS 2026 — Odisha Civil Services Recruitment

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Quick Information

Post NameOdisha Administrative Service (OAS) Group A (Junior Branch), Odisha Police Service (OPS), Allied State Services posts
Total Vacancies330
SalaryPay 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.
OrganizationOdisha Public Service Commission (OPSC)

Application Fee

General₹500
OBC₹500
SC / ST₹200
Women₹200
PH / DivyangNil

Important Dates

Start Date5 April 2026
Last Date5 May 2026
Exam Date2 August 2026

Eligibility

Age Limit21–38 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.
EducationBachelor's Degree from a recognised university. Knowledge of Odia language required.

Selection Process

  1. 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
  2. 2Descriptive)** | Paper | Marks | |---|---| | Paper I: Odia Language | 300 | | Paper II: English Language | 300 | | Paper III: Essay | 200 | | Paper IV: GS I (History
  3. 3Polity
  4. 4Economy) | 300 | | Paper V: GS II (Science
  5. 5Technology
  6. 6Odisha GK) | 300 | | Paper VI: Optional Subject I | 300 | | Paper VII: Optional Subject II | 300 | | **Total** | **2
  7. 7000** | **Stage 3 — Personality Test (Viva Voce)** 200 marks.

How to Apply

1. Visit the OPSC official website: https://opsc.gov.in/ 2. Click "Apply Online" → "OCS (Civil Services) Examination 2026" 3. Register with a valid email and mobile number 4. Fill the application form — personal details, community, educational qualification, post preferences 5. Upload photo and signature as per specifications 6. Pay fee via Net Banking / Debit Card / Credit Card / UPI 7. SC/ST/Women/PwBD: Reduced fee ₹200 8. Submit and download confirmation receipt 9. Admit Card released on opsc.gov.in before Prelims

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

PostService
OAS Group A (Junior Branch)Administrative
Odisha Police Service (OPS)Police
District RegistrarRegistration
Sub-RegistrarRegistration
Odisha Finance ServiceFinance
Allied Services PostsVarious

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

EventDate
Application StartApril 5, 2026
Last Date to ApplyMay 5, 2026
Prelims ExamAugust 2, 2026
Mains ExamDecember 2026 (expected)
Personality TestMarch 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.

ResourceLink
OPSC Websiteopsc.gov.in
Apply Onlineopsc.gov.in

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