Odisha Civil Services Examination 2025 Notification – Online Form, Eligibility, Age Limit & Selection Process
OPSC OCS Recruitment 2026 – Odisha Public Service Commission (OPSC) ने Odisha Civil Services Examination 2025 के माध्यम से Group-A और Group-B Services के लिए recruitment notification जारी कर दी है। इस भर्ती के अंतर्गत कुल 314 पदों पर चयन किया जाएगा।
OPSC OCS Online Application Form 2026 की प्रक्रिया 20 January 2026 से शुरू होगी और योग्य उम्मीदवार 20 February 2026 तक ऑनलाइन आवेदन कर सकते हैं।
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OPSC Odisha Civil Services Recruitment 2026 : Recruitment Overview
| विवरण | जानकारी |
|---|---|
| Recruiting Authority | Odisha Public Service Commission (OPSC) |
| Examination Name | Odisha Civil Services Examination 2025 |
| Service Type | Group-A & Group-B |
| Total Vacancies | 314 Posts |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Job Location | Odisha |
| Official Website | opsc.gov.in |
Important Dates Schedule for OPSC OCS Online Form 2026
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Release Date | 31 December 2025 |
| Online Registration & Fee Payment Start | 20 January 2026 |
| Last Date for Registration & Fee Payment | 20 February 2026 (05:00 PM) |
| Final Application Submission Last Date | 27 February 2026 (05:00 PM) |
| Preliminary Examination (Tentative) | 07 June 2026 (Sunday) |
Application Fee Details for OPSC Civil Services Examination 2026
- General / OBC / EWS: ₹700/-
- SC / ST / PwD: ₹0/- (Exempted)
Payment Mode:
Credit Card / Debit Card / UPI / Net Banking
📌 Fee will be refunded to candidates who appear in both papers of the Preliminary Examination.
Age Limit Criteria for OPSC OCS Recruitment 2026 (As on 01-01-2025)
- Minimum Age: 21 Years
- Maximum Age: 42 Years
Age Relaxation
- SC / ST / SEBC / Women / Ex-Servicemen: 5 Years
- PwD (40% or more disability): 10 Years
Educational Qualification & Eligibility Conditions for OPSC OCS 2026
- Candidate must be a Citizen of India
- Must possess a Bachelor’s Degree from a recognized University
- Candidate should be able to read, write and speak Odia and must have passed Odia language requirement
- Government employees must submit NOC
- Candidate must be of good moral character and sound physical & mental health
OPSC Odisha Civil Services Pay Scale & Salary Structure 2026
| Service Group | Pay Scale |
|---|---|
| Group-A Services | ₹56,100/- (Level-12, Cell-1 – ORSP Rules 2017) |
| Group-B Services | ₹44,900/- (Level-10, Cell-1 – ORSP Rules 2017) |
Post-Wise Vacancy Details under OPSC OCS Recruitment 2026
| Service Name | Group | Pay Level |
|---|---|---|
| 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/- |
| Total Vacancies | — | 314 |
Selection Process for OPSC Odisha Civil Services Examination 2026
The recruitment process will consist of the following stages:
- Preliminary Examination
- Main Examination
- Personality Test / Interview
- Document Verification
Step-by-Step Guide to Apply Online for OPSC OCS Recruitment 2026
- Visit the official website – opsc.gov.in
- Open Odisha Civil Services Examination 2025 notification
- Complete registration and pay application fee
- Fill the online application form carefully
- Submit the application before the last date
- Take a printout of the submitted form for future reference
OPSC OCS Recruitment 2026 : Important Links
| Description | Link |
|---|---|
| Apply Online | Click Here |
| Download Official Notification (Advt. No. 05 of 2025-26) | Click Here |
| Official Website | Click Here |
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q1. OPSC OCS online application start date?
👉 20 January 2026
Q2. Last date to apply online for OPSC OCS 2026?
👉 20 February 2026
Q3. Total vacancies in Odisha Civil Services Exam 2025?
👉 314 Posts
Q4. Minimum qualification required?
👉 Bachelor’s Degree
