The Odisha Public Service Commission (OPSC) has officially released the Odisha Civil Service Recruitment 2026 Notification for filling 314 vacancies in various Group-A and Group-B services under the Odisha Civil Services. Out of the total vacancies, 104 posts are reserved for women candidates.
Eligible candidates can apply online through the official website opsc.gov.in starting from 20 January 2026. The last date for submission of the online application form is 27 February 2026 (up to 5:00 PM). The Odisha Civil Service Examination is one of the most prestigious state-level competitive exams conducted by OPSC.
Odisha Civil Service Recruitment 2026 – Overview
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Organization | Odisha Public Service Commission (OPSC) |
| Exam Name | Odisha Civil Services Examination 2026 |
| Post Type | Group-A & Group-B Services |
| Total Vacancies | 314 (Including 104 for Women) |
| Advertisement No. | 05 of 2025-26 |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Apply Online Start Date | 20 January 2026 |
| Last Date for Fee Payment | 20 February 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply Online | 27 February 2026 (5:00 PM) |
| Selection Process | Prelims, Mains & Interview |
| Preliminary Exam Date | 07 June 2026 (Tentative) |
| Official Website | opsc.gov.in |
Download Odisha Civil Service Recruitment 2026 Notification PDF
The official notification PDF contains complete details regarding vacancies, eligibility criteria, exam pattern, syllabus, reservation rules, and application instructions.
👉 Download Odisha Civil Service Recruitment 2026 Notification PDF – Click Here
Odisha Civil Service Vacancy 2026 – Service Wise Details
The total 314 vacancies are distributed among the following services:
| Name of Service | Group |
|---|---|
| Odisha Police Service (Junior Branch) | Group-A |
| Odisha Taxation & Accounts Service | Group-B |
| Odisha Co-operative Service | Group-B |
| Odisha Skill Development & Employment Service | Group-B |
| Odisha Labour Service | Group-B |
| Odisha Excise Service | Group-B |
| Odisha Tourism Service | Group-B |
| Total Vacancies | 314 |
🔹 Vacancies include horizontal reservation for Women, PwD, Ex-Servicemen and Sports Persons as per government norms.
Odisha Civil Service Apply Online 2026 – Direct Link
Eligible candidates can submit the online application through the official OPSC website.
👉 Direct Link to Apply Online for Odisha Civil Service Recruitment 2026 – Click Here
How to Apply for Odisha Civil Service Recruitment 2026
Candidates must apply online only by following these steps:
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Click on Apply Online for OCS Examination 2026
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Register using a valid email ID and mobile number
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Login and fill the detailed application form
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Upload photograph, signature and required documents
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Pay the examination fee (if applicable)
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Submit the application form before the deadline
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Take a printout of the final submitted form for future reference
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OPSC OCS Application Fee 2026
| Category | Examination Fee | Refund Policy |
|---|---|---|
| General / OBC / Others | ₹700/- | Refunded after appearing in both Prelims papers |
| SC / ST / PwD | Exempted | Not Applicable |
Odisha Civil Service Eligibility Criteria 2026
Eligibility is calculated as on 01 January 2025.
Age Limit
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Minimum Age: 21 Years
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Maximum Age: 42 Years
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Date of Birth Range: 02 January 1983 to 01 January 2004
Age Relaxation
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SC / ST / SEBC / Women / Ex-Servicemen – 5 Years
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Persons with Disability (PwD ≥ 40%) – 10 Years
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PwD candidates belonging to SC/ST/SEBC – Cumulative relaxation applicable
Educational & Other Qualifications
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Educational Qualification: Bachelor’s Degree from a recognized University
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Language Requirement: Must be able to read, write and speak Odia
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Nationality: Indian Citizen
Odisha Civil Service Exam Pattern & Selection Process 2026
Stage 1: Preliminary Examination
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Papers: General Studies Paper-I & Paper-II
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Marks: 200 Marks each
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Duration: 2 Hours each
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Negative Marking: 0.33 marks for each wrong answer
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Nature: Qualifying only
Stage 2: Main Examination (Written)
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Total Papers: 9
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Qualifying Papers: Odia & English
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Merit Papers: Essay, General Studies & Optional Subjects
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Total Marks: 1750 Marks
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Minimum 25% required in each qualifying paper
Stage 3: Interview (Personality Test)
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Marks: 250 Marks
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Final Merit List: Based on Mains + Interview
OPSC Odisha Civil Service Salary 2026
Selected candidates will be appointed under ORSP Rules, 2017.
| Service Group | Pay Scale |
|---|---|
| Group-A | ₹56,100/- (Level-12) |
| Group-B | ₹44,900/- (Level-10) |
✔ Additional allowances as per Odisha Government rules
✔ Appointment under New Pension Scheme (NPS)
Important Links – Odisha Civil Service Recruitment 2026
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🔗 OPSC Official Website – Click Here
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🔗 Odisha Civil Service Apply Online – Click Here
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🔗 Odisha Civil Service Notification PDF – Click Here
FAQs – Odisha Civil Service Recruitment 2026
Q1. How many vacancies are released for Odisha Civil Service Recruitment 2026?
👉 A total of 314 vacancies.
Q2. What is the last date to apply online for OCS 2026?
👉 27 February 2026 (5:00 PM).
Q3. What is the selection process for Odisha Civil Service?
👉 Preliminary Exam, Main Exam and Interview.
Q4. What is the minimum qualification required?
👉 Bachelor’s Degree from a recognized University.
Q5. What is the preliminary exam date?
👉 07 June 2026 (Tentative).
Final Words
The Odisha Civil Service Recruitment 2026 is a golden opportunity for candidates aiming to join the state administrative services. Interested candidates should apply online within the given timeline and start focused preparation for the competitive examination.
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