Overview
OPSC has announced recruitment for 314 Group A and Group B posts in the Odisha Civil Services Examination 2025. Eligible candidates with a bachelor’s degree and aged 21‑42 years (with specified relaxations) can apply online between 20 January and 20 February 2026, paying Rs. 700 (exempt for SC/ST/PwD). The selection process comprises a preliminary objective exam, a main written exam, and an interview.
Key Details
- Organization
- Odisha Public Service Commission (OPSC)
- Qualification
- Bachelor’s Degree from a recognised university or equivalent
- Vacancies
- 314
- Posted
- 20 January 2026
- Last date to apply
- 20 February 2026 (5.00 P.M.)
Important Dates
| Issue of Advertisement | 31 December 2025 |
| Start date for registration and payment | 20 January 2026 |
| Last date for registration and payment | 20 February 2026 (5.00 P.M.) |
| Last date for submission of registered online application | 27 February 2026 (5.00 P.M.) |
| Tentative date of Preliminary Examination | 07 June 2026 (Sunday) |
Important Links
Selection Process
Preliminary Examination (objective type) → Main Examination (written) → Interview (Personality Test)
How to Apply
Visit the OPSC website (https://opsc.gov.in)., Register and pay the examination fee (Rs. 700) between 20 January 2026 and 20 February 2026., Fill out and submit the online application form by 27 February 2026 (5.00 P.M.)., Wait for the announcement of results for the Preliminary Examination., If selected, attend the Main Examination and Interview as per the schedule.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the important dates for OPSC OCS Recruitment 2026 - Apply Online for 314 Group A, Group B Posts?
Issue of Advertisement: 31 December 2025; Start date for registration and payment: 20 January 2026; Last date for registration and payment: 20 February 2026 (5.00 P.M.); Last date for submission of registered online application: 27 February 2026 (5.00 P.M.); Tentative date of Preliminary Examination: 07 June 2026 (Sunday)
What is the application fee?
General: Rs. 700; SC/ST: 0; PwD: 0
What is the age limit?
21 to 42 years as on 01/01/2025; relaxations of 5 years for SC/ST/SEBC/Women/Ex-Servicemen and 10 years for PwD with permanent disability of 40% or more
What is the selection process?
Preliminary Examination (objective type) → Main Examination (written) → Interview (Personality Test)