The OPSC OCS Recruitment 2026 notification has been officially released by the Odisha Public Service Commission (OPSC) inviting eligible applicants to apply online for a total of 465 Group A and Group B vacancies. The online application window commenced on 20 January 2026 and will remain open until 07 March 2026 giving applicants enough time to register pay fees and submit their applications. Eligible aspirants aged between 21 and 42 years can apply for OPSC vacancies.
OPSC OCS Vacancy Overview
| Service Name | Group | Pay Scale (Level in ORSP Rules, 2017) |
|---|---|---|
| Odisha Police Service (Junior Branch) | Group A | ₹56,100/- (Level 12, Cell-1) |
| Odisha Taxation & Accounts Service | Group B | ₹44,900/- (Level 10, Cell-1) |
| Odisha Co-operative Service | Group B | ₹44,900/- (Level 10, Cell-1) |
| Odisha Skill Development & Employment Service | Group B | ₹44,900/- (Level 10, Cell-1) |
| Odisha Labour Service | Group B | ₹44,900/- (Level 10, Cell-1) |
| Odisha Excise Service | Group B | ₹44,900/- (Level 10, Cell-1) |
| Odisha Tourism Service | Group B | ₹44,900/- (Level 10, Cell-1) |
Eligibility To Apply
- Applicants applying for the OPSC vacancies must be the citizen of India.
- Applicants of minimum age of 21 years and maximum age of 42 years as of 01 January 2025 can apply.
- Applicants must have a Bachelor’s Degree from a recognized Indian or approved foreign university to apply for the OPSC OCS posts.
- Applicants should be able to read, write, and speak Odia and should have passed examinations with Odia as a language subject to apply for the OPSC vacancies.
- Applicants are expected to be of good moral character and sound physical and mental health.
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notice Published | 31 December 2025 |
| Start Date for Online Registration & Fee Payment | 20 January 2026 |
| Last Date for Fee Payment | 20 February 2026 (5:00 PM) |
| Last Date for Submission of Online Form | 27 February 2026 (5:00 PM) |
| Tentative Preliminary Exam Date | 07 June 2026 (Sunday) |
Detailed Application Process
Step1 > Open the official OPSC website and go to the “Apply Online” section of the OCS Recruitment 2026 notification
Step2 > Register by entering your basic details such as name, date of birth, email id, and mobile number and create a login ID and password to access the application form.
Step3 > Fill in the application form with personal information, educational qualifications, and service preferences and upload important documents such as passport-size photograph signature and educational certificates.
Step4 > Complete the examination fee payment using online payment methods and click on the final submit button.
Step5 > Save or download the confirmation page and application summary for future reference
Important FAQ’s
Q1: What is the total number of vacancies under OPSC vacancies 2026?
Ans1: A total of 465 Group A and Group B posts are available under the Odisha Civil Services Examination, 2025 recruitment cycle.
Q2: What is the education qualification required to apply for the OPSC OCS Recruitment 2026?
Ans2: Applicants must hold a Bachelor’s Degree from a recognized university or approved educational institution as specified in the official notification.
Q3: When is the Preliminary Examination scheduled?
Ans3: The tentative date for the OPSC OCS Preliminary Exam is 07 June 2026, subject to official confirmation.
Important Links
| Description | Link |
|---|---|
| Official Notification PDF | Click here |
| Extended Notification PDF | Click here |
| Apply Online | Click here |
| Official Website | https://opsc.gov.in |
| WhatsApp Group | Click Here |
| Telegram Group | Click Here |