Odisha Public Service Commission (OPSC)

Odisha Civil Services Examination 2026

Recruitment to Group-A and Group-B State Civil Services

Total Vacancies

465

Last Date

27/02/2026

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Odisha Civil Services Examination 2026 notification has been released by the Odisha Public Service Commission (OPSC) for recruitment to various Group-A and Group-B posts in the Odisha State Civil Services. This OCS Recruitment 2026 is a prestigious opportunity for graduates aspiring to serve the state in administrative, finance, police, labour, tourism, transport and other civil services.

Vacancy Details

Under the Odisha Civil Services Examination 2026, vacancies are announced for multiple services under Group-A and Group-B categories.

Post Name	No. of Posts	Initial Pay
Odisha Administrative Service (Group-A)	14 (W-04)	₹ 56,100/- PM
Odisha Police Service (Group-A)	12 (W-04)	₹ 56,100/- PM
Odisha Revenue Service (Group-B)	113 (W-38)	₹ 44,900/- PM
Odisha Taxation & Accounts Service (Group-B)	176 (W-57)	₹ 44,900/- PM
Odisha Co-operative Service (Group-B)	04 (W-01)	₹ 44,900/- PM
Odisha Skill Development & Employment Service (Group-B)	10 (W-04)	₹ 44,900/- PM
Odisha Labour Service (Group-B)	98 (W-32)	₹ 44,900/- PM
Odisha Excise Service (Group-B)	06 (W-03)	₹ 44,900/- PM
Odisha Tourism Service (Group-B)	08 (W-03)	₹ 44,900/- PM
Odisha Welfare Service (Group-B)	16 (W-06)	₹ 44,900/- PM
Odisha Transport Service (Group-B)	08 (W-02)	₹ 44,900/- PM

Educational Qualification

Candidates applying for Odisha Civil Services Examination 2026 must possess the prescribed educational qualification.

Bachelor’s Degree from a recognized university or institution.
Degree must be obtained before the closing date of online application.

Age Limit

The age limit for Odisha Civil Services Examination 2026 is calculated as on 01 January 2026.

Minimum Age: 21 Years
Maximum Age: 42 Years
Relaxation: 5 years for SC / ST / Women / SEBC, 10 years for PwBD.

Application Fee

The application fee for Odisha Civil Services Examination 2026 is as follows:

General / SEBC Candidates: ₹ 700
SC / ST / PwBD Candidates: Exempted
Fee is Refundable after appearing in the Preliminary Examination.

How to Apply

The application process for the Odisha Civil Services Examination 2026 is fully online through the official OPSC websites. Only one application per candidate is allowed.

Click the Apply link given below; or
Visit https://opsc.gov.in
Register and fill the online application form.
Upload required documents and pay the fee.
Submit before the closing date.

Important Dates

Candidates must keep track of the schedule related to the Odisha Civil Services Examination 2026.

Online Registration Start: 20/01/2026
Last Date to Apply Online: 27/02/2026
Preliminary Examination: 07/06/2026 (Tentative)