OPSC OCS 2026 registration extended till March 12: Check direct link to apply, eligibility details

The Odisha Public Service Commission (OPSC) has extended the application deadline for the Odisha Civil Services (OCS) Examination 2026. Candidates who have not yet applied can now submit their forms until March 12, 2026 through the official OPSC website.

The extension gives aspirants additional time to complete the online registration and upload required documents. The OCS examination is conducted to recruit candidates for Group A and Group B posts in the Odisha state administration. This year, the recruitment drive aims to fill 465 vacancies across several state government services.

Candidates must complete the application process online within the revised deadline. Those who miss the final date will not be allowed to apply once the application window closes.

Check the official notice of extension issued by OPSC below.

OPSC OCS vacancy details and eligibility

The OCS recruitment will fill posts in services such as Odisha Administrative Service, Odisha Police Service, Odisha Revenue Service, and other allied departments under the state government.

To apply for the examination, candidates must hold a bachelor’s degree from a recognised university. The minimum age required is 21 years, while the upper age limit is 38 years. Age relaxation is available for candidates belonging to reserved categories as per government rules.

Applicants must also have knowledge of the Odia language. Candidates should be able to read, write, and speak Odia and must have studied the language at school level or passed an equivalent test.

Selection process and exam schedule

The OCS recruitment process is conducted in three stages. Candidates must qualify each stage to move to the next.

1. Preliminary examination – Objective-type screening test
2. Main examination – Descriptive written papers
3. Interview / personality test

According to the current schedule, the preliminary examination is expected to be held on June 7, 2026. Candidates who clear the prelims will be eligible to appear for the main examination, which will be announced later.

How to apply for OPSC OCS 2026

Candidates can follow these steps to submit their application:

1. Visit the official website of Odisha Public Service Commission.
2. Open the OCS 2026 recruitment notification link.
3. Register using a valid email ID and mobile number.
4. Fill in personal, educational, and category details.
5. Upload required documents and photograph.
6. Submit the application form and download the confirmation page.

Direct link to apply for OPSC OCS 2026.

Candidates are advised to complete the application process before March 12, 2026 to avoid last-minute technical issues.
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