OPSC OCS 2025 Recruitment—Exam Dates, Syllabus: Apply Online for 200 Vacancies
Important : The Odisha Public Service Commission (OPSC) has released the OPSC OCS 2025 Recruitment notification for 200 Group A and B vacancies under the Odisha Civil Services Exam 2024. Candidates with any graduate degree can complete the OAS online application form from March 6, 2025, to March 20, 2025, through the official website opsc.gov.in. The selection process for OPSC OCS 2025 Recruitment includes Preliminary, Mains, and Interview rounds, and the civils age limit varies based on category reservations. The OAS full form is Odisha Administrative Service, and the prelims exam is expected to be held in July 2025. To apply online and check eligibility, salary, and exam dates, visit the official OPSC website or download the www.findgovjob.com .
Odisha Public Service Commission (OPSC) OCS 2025 Recruitment
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Important Dates For OPSC OCS 2025:
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| submission of online application and online payment of fees | 06-03-2025 |
| Last date of submission of online application and online payment of fees | 20-03-2025 |
| Issuance of Admit Card (tentative) | 7 to 10 days before the exam date |
| OPSC OCS Prelims Exam Date 2025 | July 2025 (Tentative) |
| OPSC OCS Mains Exam Date 2025 | To Be Notice Here |
Application Fees for OPSC OCS 2025:
Candidates must pay an examination fee of ₹500 for the OPSC OCS 2025 application, which can be paid online via net banking, debit card, credit card, or UPI.
| Post Name | Application Fee |
|---|---|
| Group A and Group B | Rs. 500/- |
OPSC OCS 2025 Eligibility :
Before applying for the Odisha Civil Service Examination 2025, candidates must check the eligibility criteria for Group A and Group B posts. Applications from candidates who do not meet the required eligibility standards will be rejected. The OPSC OCS 2025 application form will only be accepted from candidates who fulfill all eligibility conditions as mentioned in the official notification. Below are the detailed educational qualifications and age limit criteria for OPSC OCS 2025.
Educational Qualification
Candidates must hold a Bachelor’s degree in any discipline from a State, Nationally Recognized University, or a Deemed University under Section 3 of the UGC Act. Additionally, candidates must have proficiency in the Odia language, fulfilling at least one of the following conditions:
- Passed Middle School Examination with Odia as a subject.
- Passed HSC or equivalent with Odia as the medium of instruction in a non-language subject.
- Passed Odia as a subject in the final exam of Class 8 from a recognized school or educational institution.
Age Limit (as of 01/01/2024)
Candidates must be between 21 to 38 years as of January 1, 2024. This means the candidate must be born between January 2, 1986, and January 1, 2003. Age relaxation for reserved categories is as per government norms.
Category-wise Upper Age Relaxation
| Category | Upper Age Relaxation |
|---|---|
| SC/ST/OBC/Ex-Servicemen/Women | 5 years |
| PwDs with 40% or more permanent disability | 10 years |
For detailed eligibility conditions, visit: OPSC Official Website
Important Links :
| Addendum Notification | Click Here |
| Online Notification PDF | Click Here |
| Apply Online | Click Here |
| For More Job Updates | Click Here |
OPSC OCS 2025 Selection Process :
The OPSC OCS 2025 selection process for Group A and Group B posts consists of three stages: Preliminary Examination, Main Examination, and Personality Test/Interview. The Prelims Exam is a screening test, and the marks obtained in this stage will not be considered for the final merit list. Only candidates who clear the OPSC OCS 2025 Prelims will be eligible to appear for the Mains Examination. The final selection will be based on the candidate’s performance in the Mains Exam and the Interview.
Stages of Selection:
Preliminary Examination – A qualifying test to shortlist candidates for the Mains Exam.
Mains Examination – A comprehensive written exam that determines merit ranking.
Personality Test/Interview – The final stage to assess candidates’ suitability for administrative roles.
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