OPSC OCS Recruitment 2026 - Apply Online for 465 Group A, Group B Posts
The Odisha Public Service Commission (OPSC) has announced 465 vacancies through the Odisha Civil Services Examination, 2025 for Group-A and Group-B Services. This is a flagship recruitment for candidates aspiring to join Odisha’s administrative machinery. Eligible candidates holding a Bachelor’s Degree from a recognised university can apply online between 20 January 2026 and 20 February 2026. The selection process includes a Preliminary Examination, Main Written Examination, and Interview (Personality Test). Selected candidates will be appointed to various services such as Odisha Police Service, Taxation & Accounts Service, Labour Service, Excise Service, and more, with pay levels ranging from Level-10 to Level-12 under ORSP Rules, 2017.
Authority - State Government
Application Mode - Online
Job Type - Regular
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Posted On
03 Jan 2026, 04:19 pm
Total Posts
465
Organization
Odisha Public Service Commission (OPSC)
Updated On
08 Jan 2026
🗓️ Important Dates
Advertisement Release: 31-12-2025
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Application Start Date: 20-01-2026
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Last Date for Registration & Fee Payment: 20-02-2026 (5:00 PM)
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Last Date for Final Submission: 27-02-2026 (5:00 PM)
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Preliminary Examination (Tentative): 07-06-2026 (Sunday)
💰 Application Fee
General / SEBC / Others: ₹700/-
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SC / ST / PwD: Nil
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Refund: Fee refunded to candidates who appear in both Preliminary papers
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Payment Mode: Online (Debit Card / Credit Card / UPI / Net Banking)
🎯 Age Limit
Minimum Age: 21 Years
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Maximum Age: 42 Years
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Date of Birth Range: 02-01-1983 to 01-01-2004
Age Relaxation
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SC / ST / SEBC / Women / Ex-Servicemen: 5 Years
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PwD (≥40% disability): 10 Years
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PwD of SC/ST/SEBC: Cumulative relaxation applicable
🎓 Qualification
Bachelor’s Degree from:
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Any recognised University in India
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OR Deemed University under UGC Act, 1956
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OR Foreign University approved by Government of India
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Odia Language Requirement (Mandatory):
Candidate must read, write, and speak Odia and fulfill any one Odia qualification condition as specified in the notification.
📋 Vacancy Details
| Sl. No | Post / Service Name | Total Vacancies |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Odisha Administrative Service (OAS) | 14 |
| 2 | Odisha Police Service (OPS) | 12 |
| 3 | Odisha Revenue Service (ORS) | 113 |
| 4 | Odisha Taxation & Accounts Service (OTAS) | 176 |
| 5 | Odisha Cooperative Service | 4 |
| 6 | Odisha Skill Development & Employment Service | 10 |
| 7 | Odisha Labour Service | 98 |
| 8 | Odisha Excise Service | 6 |
| 9 | Odisha Tourism Service | 8 |
| 10 | Odisha Welfare Service | 16 |
| 11 | Odisha Transport Service | 8 |
| — | GRAND TOTAL | 465 |
🖊 How to Apply
Read the detailed OPSC notification carefully.
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Visit the official website: https://opsc.gov.in
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Complete registration & fee payment (20-01-2026 to 20-02-2026).
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Fill the online application accurately.
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Submit the final application by 27-02-2026 (5:00 PM).
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Keep a printout for future reference.
Kindly read the complete official notification carefully before applying!
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