OPSC OCS Recruitment 2026: The Odisha Public Service Commission (OPSC) has officially released the Odisha Civil Services (OCS) Examination 2025 notification for recruitment to 465 Group A and Group B posts. Candidates holding any Bachelor’s Degree are eligible to apply online through the official website opsc.gov.in.
The online application process starts on 20 January 2026 and the last date for registration and fee payment is 20 February 2026. The final submission of the registered online application must be completed by 27 February 2026.
OPSC OCS Recruitment 2026 – Overview
| Details | Information |
|---|---|
| Organization | Odisha Public Service Commission (OPSC) |
| Exam Name | Odisha Civil Services Examination 2025 |
| Posts | Group A & Group B Services |
| Total Vacancies | 465 |
| Job Location | Odisha |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Official Website | https://opsc.gov.in |
OPSC Vacancy Details 2026
Group A Post
- Odisha Police Service (Junior Branch)
- Pay Scale: ₹56,100/- (Level-12, Cell-1, ORSP Rules 2017)
Group B Posts
- Odisha Taxation & Accounts Service
- Odisha Co-operative Service
- Odisha Skill Development & Employment Service
- Odisha Labour Service
- Odisha Excise Service
- Odisha Tourism Service
Pay Scale (Group B):
₹44,900/- (Level-10, Cell-1, ORSP Rules 2017)
Category-Wise Vacancy Break-Up (Total: 465)
- Unreserved: 155
- SEBC: 49
- SC: 49
- ST: 92
- Women: 104
- PwD: 12
- Ex-Servicemen: 7
- Sports Persons: 3
Eligibility Criteria for OPSC OCS 2026
Educational Qualification
- Bachelor’s Degree from a recognized University/Institution as per UGC norms.
Age Limit (as on 01 January 2025)
- Minimum Age: 21 years
- Maximum Age: 42 years
- Date of Birth Range: 02 January 1983 to 01 January 2004
Age Relaxation:
- SC / ST / SEBC / Women / Ex-Servicemen: 5 years
- PwD (40% disability or more): 10 years
- Cumulative relaxation applicable for reserved PwD candidates.
Odia Language Requirement
Candidates must be able to read, write, and speak Odia, and must have passed Odia as per conditions mentioned in the official notification.
Citizenship
- Candidate must be a Citizen of India.
Application Fee
- General Category: ₹700/-
- SC / ST / PwD: No Fee
- Mode of Payment: Online (Debit Card / Credit Card / UPI / Net Banking)
Fee will be refunded only to candidates who appear in both Preliminary Examination papers.
Important Dates – OPSC OCS 2026
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Release | 31 December 2025 |
| Start of Online Application | 20 January 2026 |
| Last Date for Fee Payment | 20 February 2026 (5:00 PM) |
| Last Date for Final Submission | 27 February 2026 (5:00 PM) |
| Preliminary Exam Date (Tentative) | 07 June 2026 |
Selection Process
The Odisha Civil Services Examination consists of three stages:
- Preliminary Examination
- Two Objective Papers (GS-I & GS-II)
- GS-II is qualifying (33%)
- Main Written Examination
- 9 Papers (including Essay, GS Papers & Optional Subjects)
- Language papers are qualifying in nature
- Interview / Personality Test
- 250 Marks
Final merit list is prepared based on Main Exam + Interview marks.
How to Apply for OPSC OCS Recruitment 2026
- Visit the official website: opsc.gov.in
- Read the official notification carefully.
- Register using valid details.
- Pay the examination fee (if applicable).
- Submit the online application form before the deadline.
- Take a printout for future reference.
Applications submitted through any mode other than online will not be accepted.
Important Links
- Apply Online: Available on official website
- Official Notification PDF: Available on opsc.gov.in
- OPSC Official Website: https://opsc.gov.in
OPSC OCS Recruitment 2026 – FAQs
Q1. How many vacancies are available in OPSC OCS 2026?
A total of 465 vacancies are available.
Q2. What is the age limit for OPSC OCS Examination 2026?
Candidates must be between 21 and 42 years as on 01 January 2025.
Q3. What qualification is required for OPSC OCS?
A Bachelor’s Degree from a recognized university.
Q4. What is the last date to apply online?
20 February 2026 for fee payment and 27 February 2026 for final submission.
Q5. How many attempts are allowed?
- General: 6 attempts
- SEBC: 9 attempts
- SC/ST: No limit (as per rules)
