OPSC OCS 2026: The Odisha Public Service Commission (OPSC) has officially released the notification No. 05 of 2025-26 for the Odisha Civil Services (OCS) Examination 2026, inviting online applications from eligible and dynamic candidates. This recruitment drive aims to fill 465 Group A and Group B administrative vacancies across various esteemed departments under the Government of Odisha. Serving as a golden opportunity for graduates aspiring to enter the state’s prestigious civil services, the application deadline has been extended, giving candidates more time to submit their forms. Interested applicants can complete their registration on the official OPSC website before the revised deadline of 7th March 2026.
OPSC OCS 2026 Overview
| Organization Name | Odisha Public Service Commission (OPSC) |
| Exam Name | Odisha Civil Service Examination (OCS) 2025-26 |
| Advertisement Number | 05 of 2025-26 |
| Post Category | Group A and Group B Services |
| Total Vacancies | 465 |
| Job Location | Odisha |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Official Website | www.opsc.gov.in |
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
| Notification Release Date | 31st December 2025 |
| Online Application Start Date | 20th January 2026 |
| Last Date to Register & Pay Fee | 27th February 2026 (Extended) |
| Last Date to Submit Application | 7th March 2026 (Extended) |
| Admit Card Release Date | By the end of May 2026 |
| OPSC OCS Prelims Exam Date | 7th June 2026 (Sunday) |
Vacancy Details
The Odisha Public Service Commission has announced a total of 465 vacancies for various Group A and Group B posts under the Civil Services framework. These openings are distributed across multiple state departments, providing a massive opportunity for dedicated administrative aspirants.
| Post / Service Name | Group Category | Total Vacancies |
| Odisha Finance Service (OFS) | Group A | 89 |
| Odisha Police Service (OPS) | Group A | 31 |
| Odisha Administrative Service (OAS) | Group A | 16 |
| Odisha Taxation & Accounts Service | Group B | 87 |
| Odisha Revenue Service | Group B | 54 |
| Odisha Labour Service | Group B | 20 |
| Odisha Welfare Service | Group B | 18 |
| Odisha Employment Service | Group B | 13 |
| Odisha Skill Development & Employment Service | Group B | 10 |
| Odisha Excise Service | Group B | 10 |
| Odisha Tourism Service | Group B | 8 |
| Odisha Cooperative Service | Group B | 4 |
| Total | 465 | |
Education Details
To apply for the OPSC OCS Recruitment 2026, candidates must fulfill the following educational criteria:
Applicants must hold a full-time Bachelor’s Degree in any discipline from a nationally or state-recognized university or institution.
Language Requirement: The candidate must be proficient in reading, writing, and speaking the Odia language. Additionally, they must have passed the Middle School examination with Odia as a language/subject, or passed the HSC (or equivalent) examination with Odia as a medium of examination in a non-language subject.
Salary
Appointed candidates will be placed under a highly lucrative pay scale in accordance with the ORSP Rules, 2017:
Group A Services: Placed in Pay Level 12, Cell-1 with a basic salary of Rs. 56,100/- per month.
Group B Services: Placed in Pay Level 10, Cell-1 with a basic salary of Rs. 44,900/- per month.
Age Limit
Candidates applying for the examination must fall within the required age bracket as of 1st January 2025:
Minimum Age: 21 Years
Maximum Age: 38 Years
Age Relaxation: The upper age limit is relaxed by 5 years for SC/ST/SEBC/Women/Ex-Servicemen categories and by 10 years for PwD candidates having a permanent disability of 40% or more.
Selection Process
The Odisha Civil Services Examination is conducted in three comprehensive stages to filter and select the most capable individuals:
Preliminary Examination: An objective-type screening test consisting of two General Studies papers (400 marks total).
Mains Examination: A descriptive written exam comprising compulsory qualifying language papers and core merit-based papers.
Personality Test / Interview: The final stage carrying 250 marks, designed to assess the candidate’s personal suitability, leadership qualities, and mental alertness.
Application Fee
| Category | Application Fee |
| General / SEBC Candidates | Rs. 700/- |
| SC / ST Candidates (of Odisha) | Exempted (No Fee) |
| Persons with Disabilities (PwD) | Exempted (No Fee) |
How to Apply
Visit the official website of the Odisha Public Service Commission at www.opsc.gov.in.
On the homepage, click on the “Apply Online” tab or locate the “Odisha Civil Services 2025-26 Registration” link.
New users must complete the registration process using a valid mobile number and email ID to generate login credentials.
Log in using your generated credentials and fill out the detailed application form with accurate personal, educational, and communication details.
Upload scanned copies of a recent passport-sized photograph, signature, and left thumb impression in the specified dimensions.
Proceed to the payment gateway and pay the requisite application fee (if applicable) using Net Banking, Debit Card, Credit Card, or UPI.
Review the entire application form carefully before hitting the final submit button.
Download and print the final submitted application form and fee receipt for future reference.
