OPSC OCS 2026 (Odisha Civil Service)
Conducted by: Odisha Public Service Commission
Last Date to Apply: 07 March 2026Application Closed
Official SourceKey Dates & Info
Last Date to Apply
07 March 2026
Closed
Salary
₹44,900 - ₹1,42,400
Age limit
21-32 years
Application Fee
General/SEBC: ₹700, SC/ST: Nil
About This Exam
Odisha Civil Service examination conducted by OPSC for recruitment to Group A and Group B civil service posts in Odisha state government.
Conducting Body
Odisha Public Service Commission
Total Vacancies
465
Available Posts
Important Dates
Notification Expected
15 April 2026
Application End Date
20 July 2026
Prelims Date
05 October 2026
Eligibility Criteria
Graduate from a recognized university
Age limit
21-32 years
21-32 years
OBC: 3 years, SC/ST: 5 years
Educational Qualification
Bachelor's Degree in any discipline
Number of Attempts
No limit (within age)
Application Fee
General/SEBC: ₹700, SC/ST: Nil
Detailed Syllabus
Exam Pattern
Selection Process
Prelims → Mains → Interview → Document Verification → Final Merit
Previous Year Question Papers
We haven't catalogued previous year papers for this exam yet.
Salary & Career Growth
Salary / Pay Scale
₹44,900 - ₹1,42,400
Range: ₹44,900 - ₹1,42,400
Pay Level 7 to Level 10
Plus DA, HRA, and other government allowances as applicable.
Perks & Allowances
DA, HRA, Medical, LTC, Government quarters, Pension
Job Role & Responsibilities
OAS Officer, OPS Officer, and other Group A/B posts in Odisha
Career Growth & Promotions
Sub-Collector → Additional Collector → District Collector → Commissioner.
Career Benefits
- ✓ Job security and pension benefits
- ✓ Regular pay commission revisions
- ✓ Government housing and medical benefits
- ✓ Career advancement through promotions
Application Process
Visit the official website and locate the online registration link for this exam
Register with a valid, active email ID and mobile number — this is used for all future communication, including admit card and result notifications
Fill in personal, educational, and category details accurately as per your certificates — mismatches can lead to rejection at document verification
Keep scanned copies of your photograph, signature, and required certificates ready in the specified format and file size before you start, to avoid losing progress midway
Review all entered details carefully — most government exam applications cannot be edited after final submission
Pay the application fee online through the accepted payment methods — category-based fee waivers may apply, so check the official notification
Submit the form and download or print the confirmation page, and note your registration number for future reference
Application Fee
General/SEBC: ₹700, SC/ST: Nil
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