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The ultimate guide to the Odisha Civil Services Examination

Notification Pay Scale Job Profile Exam Pattern Odia Mandatory

Odisha Public Service Commission (OPSC) — Odisha Civil Services Examination, 2025 (Advt. No. 05 of 2025-26)
Source: OPSC Official Advertisement & OCS (CCRE) Rules, 1991 (amended 2022), opsc.gov.in • Updated: April 2026

465Vacancies

11Services

9Mains Papers

2,000Final Merit Marks

Prelims Tentatively 7 June 2026 — 465 Vacancies OPSC notified the Odisha Civil Services Examination, 2025 (Advt. No. 05 of 2025-26) on 31 Dec 2025; the 1st Addendum (3 Jan 2026) revised vacancies to 465 (154 for women). The application phase (20 Jan – 12 Mar 2026) is complete. The Preliminary Examination is tentatively 7 June 2026 (Sunday) at six zonal centres; the Mains date is awaited. Verify all dates on opsc.gov.in.

Source Disclosure. Every fact here is drawn from official OPSC sources only: Advt. No. 05 of 2025-26 (31 Dec 2025) and its 1st Addendum (3 Jan 2026), the Odisha Civil Services (CCRE) Rules, 1991 (as amended 2022), and the OCS (Method of Examination in Odia Medium) Rules, 2022. Verify all details at opsc.gov.in.

Odia language is a hard eligibility filter. You cannot apply for OPSC OCS unless you satisfy one of four school-level Odia qualifications (see Eligibility) — fluency alone is not enough. Odia also returns as a 250-mark qualifying Mains paper and as the default Mains/interview language. Plan your Odia certification well in advance.

1What is the OPSC OCS Examination?

The Odisha Civil Services (OCS) Examination is conducted by the Odisha Public Service Commission (OPSC) for various Group A and Group B services under the Government of Odisha, governed by the Odisha Civil Services (Combined Competitive Recruitment Examination) Rules, 1991 (as amended 2022). OPSC operates from 19, Dr. P. K. Parija Road, Cuttack-753001.

OCS is the state-level analogue of the UPSC Civil Services Examination — the Odisha Administrative Service (OAS) being the closest equivalent to the IAS. A single combined examination recruits to multiple state services; a candidate applies once and is allotted a service by merit and preference.

1.1 OPSC OCS at a Glance

Particular	Detail
Full Name	Odisha Civil Services Examination, 2025 (Advt. No. 05 of 2025-26)
Conducting Authority	Odisha Public Service Commission (OPSC)
2026 Vacancies	465 (154 reserved for women)
Service Groups	Group A (2 services) + Group B (9 services) = 11
Selection Stages	Three — Preliminary + Main + Personality Test
Application Mode	Online only via opsc.gov.in (PPSAN-based)
Exam Mode	Prelims: objective MCQ; Mains: descriptive; PT: interview
Default Mains Language	Odia (English option chosen at application, irreversible)
Headquarters	19, Dr. P. K. Parija Road, Cuttack-753001
Education	Bachelor's degree in any discipline from a recognised university
Odia Requirement	Mandatory at eligibility, Mains qualifying paper & default medium
Age	21 to 42 years on 1 January 2025 (relaxations for reserved categories)
Final Merit	Mains merit papers 1,750 + Personality Test 250 = 2,000

22026 Cycle — Notification & Dates

Event	Date / Detail
Original Notification	31 December 2025 (Advt. No. 05 of 2025-26)
1st Addendum (vacancies revised to 465)	3 January 2026
Online Application	20 January – 12 March 2026 (5:00 PM) — complete
Total Vacancies (revised)	465 (154 for women)
Age Cut-off Date	1 January 2025
Provisional Answer Key	Within 10 days of Prelims (objections invited)
Preliminary Examination (Tentative)	7 June 2026 (Sunday) — six zonal centres
Main Examination	Date awaited — six zonal centres
Personality Test / Final Result	After Mains result — OPSC office, Cuttack

The OPSC Admission Certificate (admit card) is uploaded to opsc.gov.in before each stage — download it using your PPSAN (Permanent Public Service Account Number) and date of birth. The Prelims date is tentative; verify on opsc.gov.in.

3Eligibility Criteria

A. Citizenship & Education

A candidate must be a citizen of India and hold a Bachelor's degree from a recognised university (UGC-recognised, an Act of Parliament/State Legislature, a deemed university, or an approved foreign university).

B. Odia Language Proficiency (Mandatory)

A candidate must be able to read, write and speak Odia AND satisfy ANY ONE of: (i) passed Middle School with Odia as a language subject; (ii) passed HSC/equivalent with Odia as the medium in a non-language subject; (iii) passed Odia as a language subject in the Class-VII final exam of a recognised school; or (iv) passed an Odia test of Middle English School Standard conducted by the School & Mass Education Department, GoO. Without one of these you cannot apply — even if you speak Odia fluently.

C. Other Mandatory Conditions

Good moral character and sound health, free from any physical defect likely to interfere with duties.
Marriage clause: a candidate with more than one spouse living — or a woman married to a person with one spouse living — is not eligible (unless exempted by the State Government).
Government servants must obtain an NOC from the competent authority and inform their department in advance.
Age proof: the date of birth in the High School Certificate (or equivalent) is accepted; no change is allowed once entered.

4Age Limit & Attempts

21 to 42 years as on 1 January 2025 (born 2 Jan 1983 – 1 Jan 2004 for Unreserved).

Category	Age Relaxation (Upper Limit)
Unreserved (General)	No relaxation — 42 years
SC / ST of Odisha	+5 years
SEBC of Odisha	+5 years
Women candidates	+5 years
Ex-Servicemen	+5 years
Persons with Disabilities (40%+)	+10 years (cumulative for PwD of SC/ST/SEBC)

4.1 Number of Attempts

Category	Maximum Attempts
Unreserved (General)	6 attempts
SEBC	9 attempts
SC & ST	No limit

Appearing in even one paper of the Preliminary Examination counts as one attempt. An age-relaxation claim cannot be used to gain additional attempts. Reservation/relaxation benefits apply only to candidates of Odisha.

5Reservation Categories

Reservation follows GoO policy and applies ONLY to candidates with valid Odisha domicile and the relevant certificate. Vertical: Open (UR), SC (by birth), ST (by birth), SEBC (Non-Creamy Layer). Horizontal: Women (154 of 465 posts), PwD (4%), Ex-Servicemen (3%), Sports Persons (1%).

Key reservation rules. SEBC caste certificate must be issued not more than 3 years before the application (an OBC certificate is NOT accepted in lieu of SEBC). Women of SEBC/SC/ST must submit a "daughter of" caste certificate — "wife of" (by marriage) is not accepted. Caste status once entered cannot be changed. Sports certificates must be issued by the Director of Sports, Odisha only. Candidates of other states are considered for Unreserved posts only.

PwD support: candidates unable to write may use a scribe (opted in the application form) per the SSEPD Resolution, plus 20 minutes per hour compensatory time, with a 40%+ permanent disability certificate from the Medical Board.

6Posts & Salary

11 services across two groups, per the Odisha Revised Scales of Pay (ORSP) Rules, 2017.

6.1 Group A — Senior Administrative Services (2)

Service	Pay
Odisha Administrative Service, Group-A (Junior Branch)	₹56,100 — Level-12, Cell-1
Odisha Police Service, Group-A (Junior Branch)	₹56,100 — Level-12, Cell-1

6.2 Group B — Allied Administrative Services (9)

Service	Pay
Odisha Revenue Service	₹44,900 — Level-10, Cell-1
Odisha Taxation & Accounts Service	₹44,900 — Level-10, Cell-1
Odisha Co-operative Service	₹44,900 — Level-10, Cell-1
Odisha Skill Development & Employment Service	₹44,900 — Level-10, Cell-1
Odisha Labour Service	₹44,900 — Level-10, Cell-1
Odisha Excise Service	₹44,900 — Level-10, Cell-1
Odisha Tourism Service	₹44,900 — Level-10, Cell-1
Odisha Welfare Service	₹44,900 — Level-10, Cell-1
Odisha Transport Service	₹44,900 — Level-10, Cell-1

In the 7th-CPC Pay Matrix, the "Level" reflects the post and "Cell-1" is the entry cell; officers move one cell per year (~3% increment), with bigger jumps on promotion to a higher Level. All officers also receive DA, HRA, TA and medical allowance. Pension is via the NPS (Contributory Pension Scheme) for those joining on/after 1 Jan 2005. OAS officers train at the Gopabandhu Academy of Administration; OPS officers at the Biju Patnaik State Police Academy, Bhubaneswar.

7Exam Pattern

Stage 1: Preliminary Examination (screening only)

Paper	Subject	Marks	Duration	Status
Paper-I	General Studies-I	200	2 hrs	Counted for screening
Paper-II	General Studies-II	200	2 hrs	Qualifying at 33%
	TOTAL	400	—

Both papers are mandatory — absence in either disqualifies. 1/3 (0.33) negative marking per wrong answer; multiple answers count as wrong; no penalty for blanks.
Question papers (other than language/literature subjects) are set in English. Prelims marks are NOT counted in final merit. Mains shortlist = not more than 12× vacancies.

Stage 2: Main Examination (9 papers)

Part-I — Qualifying language papers (marks NOT counted in merit):

Paper	Subject	Marks
Paper-I	Odia Language (comprehension, precis, usage, short essays, translation)	250 (qualifying 25%)
Paper-II	English Language (comprehension, precis, usage, short essays)	250 (qualifying 25%)

Part-II — Merit-counting papers:

Paper	Subject	Marks
Paper-I	Essay	250
Paper-II	General Studies-I (Indian & Odisha Heritage/Culture, History & Geography)	250
Paper-III	General Studies-II (Governance, Constitution, Polity, Social Justice, IR)	250
Paper-IV	General Studies-III (Technology, Economy, Environment, Security, DM)	250
Paper-V	General Studies-IV (Ethics, Integrity & Aptitude)	250
Paper-VI	Optional Subject — Paper-I	250
Paper-VII	Optional Subject — Paper-II	250
	Mains written (merit) total	1,750

The Part-II papers are evaluated only for candidates who score at least 25% in EACH of the Odia and English language papers (Part-I). The optional subject is two papers of the SAME subject. Default Mains/viva language is Odia — to write in English you must opt at the application stage, and this is irreversible.

Stage 3: Personality Test

Carries 250 marks (no minimum qualifying), at the OPSC office, Cuttack; about twice the vacancies are called.

Total Marks & Final Merit

Component	Marks
Part-I Qualifying Papers (Odia + English)	500 (not counted)
Part-II Merit Papers (7)	1,750
Personality Test	250
GRAND TOTAL (Final Merit)	2,000

Final Merit = Part-II Mains merit papers (1,750) + Personality Test (250) = 2,000. Prelims marks and Part-I qualifying papers are not counted. Service allotment is by rank and the preferences in the application form.

8Detailed Syllabus

From Annexure-III & V of the advertisement. Confirm the precise topic list on opsc.gov.in.

8.1 Prelims Syllabus

Paper-I — General Studies-I: current events of national & international importance; history of India & the national movement; history of Odisha & Odia nationalism; Odisha & Indian geography; Indian polity & governance; public policy & rights issues; economic & social development; environment, ecology, biodiversity & climate change; general science.

Paper-II — General Studies-II (qualifying, 33%): comprehension; interpersonal & communication skills; logical reasoning & analytical ability; decision-making & problem-solving; general mental ability; basic numeracy & data interpretation (Class X level).

8.2 Mains Syllabus

Part-I — Odia & English Language (250 each, qualifying 25%)

Both papers test comprehension, precis writing, usage & vocabulary and short essays (Odia also includes English↔Odia translation). Marks are not counted in merit, but you must clear 25% in EACH for your Part-II papers to be evaluated — treat them as non-negotiable gateways, especially the Odia paper for non-native speakers.

Part-II Paper-I — Essay (250)

Essays on chosen topics; marks for clarity, precision, originality, economy of words and orderly arrangement of ideas. A high-leverage differentiator — practise full essays under time.

Part-II Paper-II — GS-I: Heritage, History & Geography (250)

Indian heritage & culture, Odisha heritage & culture, history & geography of the world & society.

Odisha anchors: Konark Sun Temple, Lingaraj & Jagannath temple architecture; the Kalinga War; the Paika Rebellion; Vir Surendra Sai; the Praja Mandal Movement; the Odia Renaissance & Madhusudan Das; integration of the princely states. This Odisha layer separates OPSC toppers from generic UPSC-pattern preparation.

Part-II Paper-III — GS-II: Governance, Constitution, Polity, Social Justice, IR (250)

The Indian Constitution, federalism, separation of powers, Parliament & State Legislatures, constitutional & statutory bodies, social-justice mechanisms and centre-state / inter-state relations.

Part-II Paper-IV — GS-III: Technology, Economy, Environment, Security, DM (250)

Indian economy, planning & resource mobilisation, agriculture & food security, science & technology, environmental protection & biodiversity, internal security, and disaster management (coastal cyclones are an Odisha-specific anchor).

Part-II Paper-V — GS-IV: Ethics, Integrity & Aptitude (250)

Role of civil services in democracy, ethics & human values, attitude, foundational values (integrity, impartiality, objectivity, empathy), emotional intelligence, moral thinkers, public-administration ethics, probity in governance, and ethical case studies (use a framework: stakeholders → issues → options → recommendation).

Part-II Papers VI & VII — Optional Subject (250 each) + list

One optional (two papers, same subject, 500 total), chosen from the official list — including Agriculture, Animal Husbandry & Veterinary Science, Anthropology, Botany, Chemistry, Civil/Electrical/Mechanical Engineering, Commerce & Accountancy, Economics, Education, Fishery Science, Forestry, Medical Science, Philosophy, Physics, Political Science & IR, Psychology, Public Administration, Sociology, Statistics, Zoology, and the Literature of one language (English, Hindi, Odia, Sanskrit, Persian, Urdu and others per Annexure-V). The optional cannot be changed once submitted.

9Physical Standards (Odisha Police Service Only)

A Physical Standard Test applies ONLY to candidates who opt for the Odisha Police Service, conducted per Home Department Notification No. 29452/PSC dated 4 July 2011 (Annexure-IV of the advertisement). For all other Group A and Group B services, no Physical Standard Test is prescribed at recruitment.

The exact OPS height/chest standards are in Annexure-IV of the official advertisement on opsc.gov.in. All selected candidates (every service) also undergo a Government medical examination for a fitness certificate before appointment.

10How to Apply

Applications are online only via opsc.gov.in; a PPSAN is generated on submission.

Open the portalVisit opsc.gov.in and click "Apply Online".

RegisterRegister with a valid email & mobile number and create login credentials.

Create profileLog in and complete Profile Creation with personal, educational and communication details exactly as per documents.

UploadUpload photo, full signature and Left Hand Thumb Impression (LTI) in the prescribed format (clearly visible).

Choose optional, zones & languageSelect your optional subject, two preferred exam zones, and (if desired) the English-language option for Mains/viva — these cannot be changed later.

Pay the feePay online (Credit/Debit Card, UPI, Net Banking, Wallet) — no offline mode.

Submit & save PPSANSubmit, print the form, and keep your Permanent Public Service Account Number (PPSAN) safe.

Caste status, optional subject, exam zone, English-language option and service preference once submitted CANNOT be changed; only one application per candidate is allowed. Document verification (for those who clear the Mains) requires originals/self-certified copies including the Odia test pass certificate where applicable, caste/PwD/sports/ESM certificates, all mark-lists, a good-character certificate, and (for government servants) an NOC.

11Application Fee

Category	Application Fee
General / Unreserved	₹700
SEBC	₹700
SC & ST of Odisha	NIL (no fee)
PwD (40%+)	NIL (no fee)

Fee refund (distinctive): the ₹700 paid by General/SEBC candidates is refunded ONLY to those who actually appear in BOTH papers of the Preliminary Examination — processed after the Prelims to the original payment mode. Furnish bank details in the form for refund. SC/ST/PwD of Odisha pay no fee; SC/ST candidates from other states must pay the full fee.

12OPSC Office, Zones & Contact

Particular	Detail
Commission	Odisha Public Service Commission (OPSC)
Office Address	19, Dr. P. K. Parija Road, Cuttack-753001, Odisha
Official Website	https://opsc.gov.in
Technical Support (application)	0671-2304707
Facilitation Counter	0671-2304141 / 0671-2305611, Extn-218
Grievances / Complaints	opsc@od.gov.in (within 7 days of the exam)
Working Hours	10:30 AM–1:30 PM, 2:00 PM–5:30 PM (GoO working days)

Six zonal centres (both Prelims AND Mains): Bhubaneswar, Cuttack, Berhampur, Sambalpur, Balasore and Jeypore. Candidates pick two zones during the application (allotment first-come-first-served); no change of zone is entertained. The Personality Test is held at the OPSC office in Cuttack.

13Selection Process Summary

Stage 1 — Prelims: two objective papers (GS-I + GS-II, 200 each = 400). Paper-II qualifying at 33%; 1/3 negative marking; both mandatory. Screening only — not counted in final merit. Mains shortlist = not more than 12× vacancies.
Stage 2 — Mains (six zones): nine descriptive papers — two qualifying language papers (Odia & English, 250 each, 25% each) + seven merit papers (Essay + GS-I to GS-IV + 2 Optional, 250 each = 1,750). Default language Odia.
Stage 3 — Personality Test (Cuttack): 250 marks, no qualifying cut-off; about twice the vacancies are called.
Final Merit: Mains merit papers (1,750) + Personality Test (250) = 2,000. Allotment by rank and preference.

14Preparation Tips from Parcham Classes

OPSC rewards depth and a deep command of Odisha-specific content — organised into four phases.

Phase 1 — Foundation (months 1–4)

01 Build a strong NCERT foundation

Spend the first 3–4 months on Class 6–12 NCERTs across History, Geography, Polity, Economy and Science. With 1/3 negative marking in Prelims, weak concepts cost you marks. The NCERT Advanced Batch 2026-27 structures this.

02 Master Odisha — the real differentiator

Prelims GS-I has dedicated Odisha history & geography; Mains GS-I covers Odisha heritage. Build Odisha notes from Day One: Konark/Lingaraj/Jagannath, the Odia Renaissance & Madhusudan Das, Kalinga War, Paika Rebellion, Vir Surendra Sai, Praja Mandal, and GoO schemes (KALIA, Mission Shakti, BSKY, Mo Bus).

05 Sort out your Odia eligibility & reading early

Odia is a hard eligibility filter, a 250-mark qualifying Mains paper (25%), and the default Mains/viva medium. Non-native speakers should secure the required Odia school qualification and build Odia reading 12 months ahead.

Phase 2 — Active Preparation (months 4–8)

03 Take Paper-II (CSAT) seriously

GS Paper-II needs 33% to qualify and is mandatory. Comprehension carries the largest share; practise it plus Class-X maths, DI and reasoning consistently — many strong-GS candidates lose the cycle here.

06 Build Odisha current affairs

Odisha Cabinet decisions, state schemes, KBK development, tribal welfare, mining policy, coastal disaster management and Bhubaneswar smart-city news feed the Odisha GS portions. The Current Affairs Complete Kit 2026 adds the Odisha angle.

04 Solve 5–10 years of OPSC PYQs

Odisha-specific stems repeat almost identically. PYQs (in the OPSC Candidate's Corner) are your highest-leverage resource. The All State PSC One-Liner E-Book (16,000+ one-liners) supports volume revision.

Phase 3 — Mains Endgame (last 3–4 months)

07 Pick your optional wisely (500 marks)

Both optional papers are the same subject (500 of the 1,750 merit marks). Choose on academic comfort, study-material availability in the Bhubaneswar/Cuttack market, and toppers' choices — Public Administration, Sociology, Geography, History, Political Science and Economics are popular. The optional can't be changed once chosen.

08 Decide the Mains language early

The default Mains/viva language is Odia; choosing English is an irreversible application-stage option. Either way, the Odia qualifying paper (25%) is mandatory. Make your articulation exam-ready in your chosen language.

09 Take full-paper timed Mains mocks

Nine 3-hour papers across multiple days at your zone is endurance work. Begin Mains mocks four months out via the OPSC Pattern Mock Test Series; the Essay and the Ethics case studies are high-leverage.

Phase 4 — Long-Game Mindset

10 Plan the long cycle & track attempts

An OPSC cycle runs 12–15 months. Attempt caps apply (General 6, SEBC 9, SC/ST unlimited; one Prelims appearance = one attempt). Plan a 2–3 cycle attack, keep a one-page error log per mock, and protect sleep, exercise and weekly breaks.

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15Frequently Asked Questions

Q1. When is the OPSC OCS Prelims 2026?

Tentatively 7 June 2026 (Sunday), per Advt. No. 05 of 2025-26, at six zonal centres (Balasore, Berhampur, Bhubaneswar, Cuttack, Jeypore, Sambalpur). The Mains date is awaited. Verify on opsc.gov.in.

Q2. How many vacancies and services?

465 vacancies (154 for women) across 11 services — 2 Group A (Odisha Administrative Service, Odisha Police Service) and 9 Group B (Revenue, Taxation & Accounts, Co-operative, Skill Development & Employment, Labour, Excise, Tourism, Welfare, Transport).

Q3. Is Odia language mandatory?

Yes, at three levels: (1) eligibility — you must satisfy one of four Odia school qualifications; (2) a 250-mark qualifying Odia Mains paper (25%); (3) Odia is the default Mains/viva language (English must be opted at application and is irreversible).

Q4. What is the age limit?

21 to 42 years as on 1 January 2025. Relaxations: +5 years (SC/ST/SEBC/Women/Ex-Servicemen of Odisha) and +10 years (PwD 40%+, cumulative for PwD of SC/ST/SEBC). Benefits apply to candidates of Odisha only.

Q5. What is the application fee, and is it refundable?

₹700 for General/SEBC; NIL for SC/ST/PwD of Odisha. Notably, the fee is refunded to General/SEBC candidates who actually appear in BOTH Prelims papers (to the original payment mode). SC/ST from other states pay the full fee.

Q6. Is there negative marking in Prelims?

Yes — one-third (0.33) of a question's marks is deducted per wrong answer in both papers; multiple answers count as wrong; no penalty for blanks.

Q7. What is the CSAT qualifying threshold?

33% in GS Paper-II (mandatory). Failing it disqualifies you regardless of Paper-I.

Q8. What is the Mains structure?

Nine descriptive papers: two qualifying language papers (Odia & English, 250 each, 25% each, not counted) + seven merit papers (Essay + GS-I to GS-IV + Optional Paper-I & II, 250 each = 1,750). Final merit = 1,750 + Personality Test 250 = 2,000.

Q9. How many attempts are allowed?

General 6, SEBC 9, SC/ST unlimited. Appearing in even one Prelims paper counts as one attempt; an age-relaxation claim can't add attempts.

Q10. Can candidates from outside Odisha apply?

Yes, if they meet the Odia language eligibility (one of four Odia school qualifications). But reservation/age relaxation apply only to candidates of Odisha — out-of-state candidates compete for Unreserved posts only.

Q11. Where is the Mains held?

At the same six zonal centres as the Prelims; you choose two zones during the application (first-come-first-served allotment). The Personality Test is at the OPSC office, Cuttack.

Q12. Where can I get official updates?

Always check opsc.gov.in — advertisement, syllabus, dates, admit cards and results are released only there. Technical help: 0671-2304707; grievances: opsc@od.gov.in within 7 days of the exam.

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Disclaimer & Source Citation

This document was prepared by Parcham Classes based exclusively on official OPSC sources:

OPSC Advertisement No. 05 of 2025-26, dated 31 December 2025 (Notice No. 8987/PSC), and the 1st Addendum dated 3 January 2026 (Notice No. 118/P.S.C.)
Odisha Civil Services (Combined Competitive Recruitment Examination) Rules, 1991 (as amended 2022)
Odisha Civil Services (Method of Examination in Odia Medium) Rules, 2022; Odisha Revised Scales of Pay (ORSP) Rules, 2017
OPSC official website — https://opsc.gov.in

Tentative date: the 7 June 2026 Prelims date is tentative per the notification; the Mains date is awaited. Verify on opsc.gov.in.

Conditions: reservation and age-relaxation benefits apply to candidates of Odisha only; vacancy numbers may change at the State Government's discretion. Mere empanelment confers no right to appointment.

Verify: For all dates, vacancies, fees, eligibility, pay scale and pattern, the official OPSC notification on opsc.gov.in is the final authority. Last updated: April 2026.