The Odisha Public Service Commission (OPSC) has officially released Advertisement No. 05 of 2025-26 for the Odisha Civil Services Examination (OCS) 2025. Online applications are invited for recruitment to Group-A and Group-B State Civil Services with a total of 314 vacancies, including 104 posts reserved for women.
Eligible candidates can apply online through the official website opsc.gov.in from 20 January 2026.
OPSC OCS 2025 – Overview
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Organization | Odisha Public Service Commission (OPSC) |
| Exam Name | Odisha Civil Services Examination, 2025 |
| Advertisement No. | 05 of 2025-26 |
| Total Vacancies | 314 |
| Job Location | Odisha |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Official Website | https://opsc.gov.in |
Important Dates
Online Registration & Fee Payment:
20.01.2026 to 20.02.2026 (5:00 PM)Last Date to Submit Final Application:
27.02.2026 (5:00 PM)OCS Preliminary Examination (Tentative):
07 June 2026 (Sunday)
Vacancy Details – Odisha Civil Services 2025
A total of 314 vacancies are notified across various State Civil Services:
Group-A Post
Odisha Police Service (Junior Branch)
Group-B Posts
Odisha Taxation & Accounts Service
Odisha Co-operative Service
Odisha Skill Development & Employment Service
Odisha Labour Service
Odisha Excise Service
Odisha Tourism Service
📌 Women Reservation: 104 posts
📌 Reservation applicable for SC, ST, SEBC, PwD, Ex-Servicemen & Sports Persons as per Odisha Government norms.
Pay Scale (ORSP Rules, 2017)
Group-A: ₹56,100/- (Level-12, Cell-1)
Group-B: ₹44,900/- (Level-10, Cell-1)
Age Limit (as on 01.01.2025)
Minimum Age: 21 Years
Maximum Age: 42 Years
Date of Birth Range:
Between 02 January 1983 and 01 January 2004
Age Relaxation
SC / ST / SEBC / Women / Ex-Servicemen: 5 years
PwD (40% or more disability): 10 years
Educational Qualification
Candidates must possess a Bachelor’s Degree from:
Any recognized Indian University, or
Deemed University under UGC Act, 1956, or
Foreign University approved by the Government of India.
Application Fee
General / SEBC: ₹700/-
SC / ST / PwD: Nil (Exempted)
💡 Fee Refund:
The examination fee will be refunded to candidates who appear in both papers of the Preliminary Examination.
Selection Process – OCS 2025
The selection will be conducted in three stages:
1. Preliminary Examination
Objective type (MCQs)
Two papers:
General Studies Paper-I
General Studies Paper-II
Negative marking: 0.33 marks for each wrong answer
2. Main Examination
Written Examination + Interview
Total Marks: 2000 + 250 (Interview)
3. Personality Test / Interview
250 Marks
No minimum qualifying marks
Exam Centres
Preliminary & Main examinations will be conducted at:
Balasore
Berhampur
Bhubaneswar
Cuttack
Jeypore
Sambalpur
How to Apply for OPSC OCS 2025
Visit the official website https://opsc.gov.in
Click on “Online Application”
Complete registration and generate PPSAN
Fill the online application form carefully
Upload photograph, signature & thumb impression
Pay the application fee (if applicable)
Submit the form and take a printout for future reference
⚠️ Applications submitted through offline or other modes will be rejected.
Important Links
Official Website: https://opsc.gov.in
OPSC OCS 2025 Notification: Also Available on OPSC website
Apply Online: Through OPSC portal only
Conclusion
The OPSC Odisha Civil Services Examination 2025 is a prestigious opportunity for graduates aspiring to serve in Odisha State Administration. With 314 vacancies, attractive pay scales, and a structured selection process, candidates should prepare early and apply well before the deadline.
👉 Bookmark this page and keep checking OPSC website for updates on admit cards, syllabus, and results.
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