Overview
The Odisha Public Service Commission (OPSC) is recruiting 314 talented candidates for prestigious Group A and Group B positions through the Odisha Civil Services Examination 2025. If you hold a bachelor’s degree and dream of serving Odisha in administrative roles, this is your opportunity! The online application portal opens on January 20, 2026.
📌 Quick Details
| Information | Details |
|---|---|
| Organization | Odisha Public Service Commission (OPSC) |
| Exam Name | Odisha Civil Services Examination 2025 |
| Total Vacancies | 314 Posts |
| Job Type | Government (Full-time) |
| Application Mode | Online Only |
| Official Website | https://opsc.gov.in |
📅 Important Dates
| Event | Date & Time |
|---|---|
| Advertisement Release | December 31, 2025 |
| Online Registration Opens | January 20, 2026 |
| Last Date to Register & Pay Fee | February 20, 2026 (5:00 PM) |
| Last Date to Submit Application | February 27, 2026 (5:00 PM) |
| Preliminary Exam Date | June 7, 2026 (Sunday) |
📍 Vacancy Details
OPSC is offering positions across 7 prestigious services with different pay scales:
| Service Name | Category | Monthly Salary |
|---|---|---|
| Odisha Police Service (Junior Branch) | Group A | ₹56,100 |
| Odisha Taxation & Accounts Service | Group B | ₹44,900 |
| Odisha Co-operative Service | Group B | ₹44,900 |
| Odisha Skill Development & Employment Service | Group B | ₹44,900 |
| Odisha Labour Service | Group B | ₹44,900 |
| Odisha Excise Service | Group B | ₹44,900 |
| Odisha Tourism Service | Group B | ₹44,900 |
Category-wise Breakdown (Total 314 Vacancies):
Reserved Category Distribution:
- Unreserved: 155 positions (49 for women)
- Women (Special Quota): 104 positions
- SEBC: 49 positions (18 for women)
- SC: 49 positions (18 for women)
- ST: 92 positions (32 for women)
- Persons with Disabilities (PwD): 12 positions
- Ex-Servicemen: 7 positions
- Sports Persons: 3 positions
🎓 Educational Qualifications Required
To apply, you must have:
- Bachelor’s Degree from any recognized university in India (Central or State Legislature incorporated, or deemed university under UGC Act 1956)
- A Foreign University degree approved by the Central Government is also acceptable
Additional Language Requirement:
You must be able to read, write, and speak Odia. Proof of Odia proficiency through any of these:
- Passed middle school with Odia as a language subject
- Passed high school with Odia as the medium of instruction in non-language subjects
- Passed Odia language subject in Class VII from a recognized school
- Passed Government-conducted Odia language test at middle school standard
💰 Salary & Benefits
Group A (Odisha Police Service): ₹56,100/month (Level-12, Cell-1 in Pay Matrix under ORSP Rules 2017)
Group B Services: ₹44,900/month (Level-10, Cell-1 in Pay Matrix under ORSP Rules 2017)
Additional benefits include dearness allowance, house rent allowance, medical benefits, and other government perquisites as per Odisha civil service rules.
⏳ Age Limit
| Criteria | Details |
|---|---|
| Minimum Age | 21 years |
| Maximum Age | 42 years |
| Date of Reference | January 1, 2025 |
| Birth Date Range | January 2, 1983 to January 1, 2004 |
Age Relaxation:
- SC/ST/SEBC/Women/Ex-Servicemen: 5 years relaxation
- Persons with Disabilities (40%+ disability): 10 years relaxation
- PwD with SC/ST/SEBC: Cumulative benefit applicable
🎯 Selection Process
The exam happens in three stages:
Stage 1: Preliminary Examination (Objective Type)
- Paper 1: General Studies (200 marks, 2 hours)
- Paper 2: General Studies (200 marks, 2 hours) – Qualifying paper
- Minimum Qualifying Marks: 33% in Paper 2
- Negative Marking: 0.33 marks deducted for each wrong answer
Stage 2: Main Examination (Written)
- Part I (Qualifying): Odia & English language papers
- Part II (Merit-based): 7 papers including Essay, General Studies (I, II, III, IV), and 2 Optional subjects
- Total Marks: 1050 marks
Stage 3: Interview (Personality Test)
- Marks: 250 marks
- Final Merit: Determined by Main Exam (Part II) + Interview scores
Candidates are then allotted to various services based on their rank and service preference.
📑 How to Apply
Simple 4-Step Process:
- Visit Official Website: Go to https://opsc.gov.in
- Register Online: Click the application link and fill in your basic details (name, email, mobile, address)
- Pay Examination Fee:
- General/OBC Candidates: ₹700
- SC/ST/PwD Candidates: Exempted
- Payment Methods: Debit card, Credit card, Net Banking, UPI, Wallet
- Fee Refund: Applicable only if you appear in both preliminary papers
- Submit Application: Complete and submit your registered application by February 27, 2026 (5:00 PM)
Important: Applications through offline mode will NOT be accepted. Only online applications will be considered.
⚙️ Key Documents Required
Keep these documents ready before applying:
- Valid Photo ID (Aadhaar, PAN, Passport, Driving License)
- Recent passport-size photographs (digital format)
- Educational certificates and mark sheets
- Proof of date of birth
- Caste certificate (if applicable – SC/ST/SEBC)
- PwD certificate (if applicable)
- Ex-Servicemen discharge certificate (if applicable)
- Odia language proficiency proof
- Bank account details for fee refund
Note: You’ll need to submit printed application with document photocopies during the interview stage.
📘 Important Links
| Resource | Link |
|---|---|
| Apply Online | https://opsc.gov.in |
| Official Website | https://opsc.gov.in |
| Notification PDF | Available on official website |
✅ Eligibility Checklist
Before applying, ensure you meet ALL requirements:
- Indian citizen
- Age between 21-42 years (as on January 1, 2025)
- Bachelor’s degree from recognized university
- Proficient in Odia language
- Good moral character
- Sound physical and mental health
- Not married to someone with existing spouse (or have multiple spouses)
- Valid government service NOC (if currently employed)
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Can I apply if I don’t speak Odia? A: No, Odia language proficiency is mandatory. You must have studied or passed Odia as detailed in the eligibility section.
Q: How many times can I attempt this exam? A: General candidates get 6 attempts. SC/ST candidates have unlimited attempts. SEBC candidates get 9 attempts.
Q: What if I paid the fee but didn’t appear in the exam? A: Fee is refundable only if you appear in both preliminary papers. Otherwise, the fee is forfeited.
Q: Can I change my service preference after application? A: No. Preferences cannot be changed after application submission. Choose carefully!
Q: What’s the selection ratio typically? A: Preliminary exam selects candidates for Main exam. Main exam + Interview determines final selection based on merit and service availability.
🔔 Final Reminders
- Apply only through the official OPSC website
- Keep all documents ready before starting the application
- Double-check your information before submitting (no changes allowed later)
- Note the deadline: February 27, 2026
- Bookmark https://opsc.gov.in for exam updates, admit cards, and results
- Never share your password or OTP with anyone
- Stay updated by regularly visiting the official website
Best of luck with your application! Start your preparation today and aim for a rewarding career in Odisha Civil Services. 🌟
