OPSC Odisha Civil Services 2026 notification released for 314 posts: Applications open January 20 onwards, check eligibility

The Odisha Public Service Commission (OPSC) has published the Odisha Civil Services (OCS) Examination 2026 notice. The OCS exams 2026 will be held by the Odisha Public Service Commission to select qualified candidates for different posts of Group A and Group B in the Odisha state government. The OPSC OCS exam is the top, tier competitive exam among graduates wanting to join state administrative services.

According to the notification, the online application process will begin on January 20, 2026, and candidates will be able to apply till February 20, 2026. The preliminary examination is scheduled to be held on June 7, 2026. Interested and eligible candidates are advised to read the notification carefully and apply within the given timeline to avoid last-minute issues.

OPSC OCS 2026: Important dates to remember

Candidates appearing for the OPSC OCS 2026 exam must note all important dates related to the recruitment process.

• Notification release date: December 31, 2025
• Online application start date: January 20, 2026
• Last date to apply online: February 20, 2026
• Last date for final submission of application: February 27, 2026
• OPSC OCS Preliminary Exam date: June 7, 2026 (Sunday)
• Mains examination date: To be announced later

Applicants are advised to complete their application well before the closing date to avoid technical problems.

OPSC OCS 2026: Vacancy details

As per the official notification, a total of 314 vacancies have been announced for the OPSC OCS 2026 examination. These vacancies are for both Group A and Group B services under the Odisha government.

Out of the total vacancies, 104 posts are reserved for women candidates, which shows a strong focus on encouraging women participation in state civil services.

Posts offered under OPSC OCS examination

The OPSC OCS exam recruits candidates for several important administrative and allied services. Some of the major posts include:

• Odisha Administrative Service
• Odisha Police Service
• Odisha Taxation and Accounts Service
• Odisha Cooperative Service
• Odisha Labour Service
• Odisha Excise Service
• Odisha Tourism Service
• Odisha Skill Development and Employment Service

The exact post allocation will be done based on rank, preference, and availability of vacancies.

OPSC OCS 2026: Eligibility criteria

To apply for the OPSC OCS 2026 exam, candidates must meet the following conditions:

• Educational qualification: A Bachelor’s degree in any discipline from a recognised university
• Age limit: 21 to 38 years as on the cut-off date mentioned in the notification
• Age relaxation: Applicable for reserved category candidates as per government rules
• Language requirement: Candidates must be able to read, write, and speak Odia

There is no need for any prior work experience to be eligible for this exam. The candidates will be able to submit their applications online only once on the official OPSC website, opsc.gov.in, within the time period from January 20 to February 20, 2026. The applicants have to enter their personal details as well as educational details and upload the required documents prior to making the final submission by February 27, 2026.
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