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OPSC 2026: OCS Notification, Exam Date & Vacancy
OPSC conducts the Odisha Civil Services exam (widely called OAS) through prelims, mains and interview stages, alongside recurring recruitments for Assistant Section Officers, Assistant Executive Engineers, medical officers and lecturers in Odisha government service.
Facts last verified 16 July 2026
OPSC Odisha Civil Services 2025 (Advt. No. 05 of 2025-26)
OPSC exam date 2025
- OCS Mains
- Awaited — not officially announced as of mid-July 2026 (expected)
Eligibility summary
- Qualification
- Graduate in any discipline for OCS/OAS; post-specific degrees for engineering, medical and teaching posts
- Age limit
- Typically 21-38 years for OCS, with Odisha-state category relaxations
Process
Selection process
- Prelims — objective papers with a qualifying aptitude component, screening candidates for mains.
- Mains — written descriptive papers on general studies and optional subjects.
- Interview/personality test, followed by the final merit list and service allocation.
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OPSC FAQ
Is OPSC OAS the same as Odisha Civil Services?
Yes — the Odisha Civil Services examination fills OAS (Odisha Administrative Service) and allied state services; aspirants commonly refer to the whole exam as OAS.
Where are OPSC exams typically held?
OPSC conducts its exams at centres across Odisha (Cuttack and other zonal cities, varying by exam) — the admit card confirms each candidate's centre.