The Odisha Public Service Commission (OPSC) has released the Odisha Civil Services (OCS) Notification for 2025, announcing 200 vacancies across various Group A and Group B posts. The application process is scheduled to commence on January 10, 2025, and conclude on February 10, 2025. Eligible candidates are encouraged to apply within this timeframe.
Overview of OPSC OCS Notification 2025
| Exam Name | Odisha Civil Services (OCS) 2025 |
|---|---|
| Conducting Body | Odisha Public Service Commission (OPSC) |
| Total Vacancies | 200 |
| Application Start Date | January 10, 2025 |
| Application End Date | February 10, 2025 |
| Official Website | www.opsc.gov.in |
Post-wise Vacancy Details
| Post Name | Total Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Odisha Administrative Service (Group A) | 30 |
| Odisha Finance Service (Group A) | 46 |
| Odisha Taxation & Accounts Service (Group B) | 62 |
| Odisha Co-operative Audit Service (Group B) | 5 |
| Odisha Co-operative Service (Group B) | 14 |
| Odisha Revenue Service (Group B) | 43 |
Eligibility Criteria
- Educational Qualification: Candidates must possess a bachelor’s degree from a recognized university. Additionally, proficiency in the Odia language is required, including the ability to read and write in Odia.
- Age Limit: Applicants should be between 21 and 38 years of age as of January 1, 2024. Age relaxations are applicable as per government norms:
- Women/SC/ST/SEBC Candidates: 5 years relaxation
- Persons with Disabilities (PwD): 10 years relaxation
Salary Details
| Group | Post Name | Pay Level | Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| Group A | Odisha Administrative Service, Junior Branch | Level 12 | Rs. 56,100/- in Level-12-Cell-1 in the Pay Matrix under Rule-3 of ORSP Rules, 2017. |
| Group A | Odisha Finance Service, Junior Branch | Level 12 | ₹56,100/- |
| Group B | Odisha Co-operative Service | Level 10 | ₹44,900/- |
| Group B | Odisha Revenue Service | Level 10 | Rs.44, 900/- in Level-10-Cell-1 in the Pay Matrix provided under Rule-3 of ORSP Rules, 2017.Important Dates and Links |
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Application Start Date | January 10, 2025 |
| Application End Date | February 10, 2025 |
| Official Notification | Download Here |
| Apply Online | Apply Here |
OPSC OCS Salaary
| Group | Post Name | Pay Level | Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| Group A | Odisha Administrative Service, Junior Branch | Pay Level 12 | Rs. 56,100/- |
| Odisha Finance Service, Junior Branch | Pay Level 12 | Rs. 56,100/- | |
| Odisha Police Service, Junior Branch | Pay Level 12 | Rs. 56,100/- | |
| Group B | Odisha Co-operative Service | Pay Level 10 | Rs. 44,900/- |
| Odisha Labour Service | Pay Level 10 | Rs. 44,900/- | |
| Odisha Revenue Service | Pay Level 10 | Rs. 44,900/- | |
| Odisha Employment Service | Pay Level 10 | Rs. 44,900/- | |
| Odisha Co-operative Audit Service | Pay Level 10 | Rs. 44,900/- | |
| Odisha Tourism Service | Pay Level 10 | Rs. 44,900/- |
OPSC OCS Prelims Exam Pattern
OPSC OCS Preliminary Exam Pattern | ||||
| Paper Name | Questions | No. of Marks | Time | Passing Criteria |
| General Studies 1 | 100 | 200 | 2 Hrs. | Cut-off Based |
| Paper 2(CSAT) | 80 | 200 | 2 Hrs. | Qualifying Paper – 33% marks |
OPSC OCS Mains Exam Pattern:
OPSC Mains Exam Pattern (Compulsory Subjects) | ||
| Name of Paper | No. of Marks | Time |
| Paper A- Odia | 250 | 3 Hours |
| Paper B – English Language | 250 | 3 Hours |
| Paper 1- English Essay | 250 | 3 Hours |
| Paper 2 – General Studies 1 | 250 | 3 Hours |
| Paper 3 – General Studies 2 | 250 | 3 Hours |
| Paper 4 – General Studies 3 | 250 | 3 Hours |
| Paper 5 – General Studies 4 | 250 | 3 Hours |
| Paper 6: Optional Paper 1 | 250 | 3 Hours |
| Paper 7: Optional Paper 2 | 250 | 3 Hours |
Interview Test Exam Pattern
- Personality Test will be of 250 marks.
- Paper 1 Odia and 2 English languages will be of 10th class level and are qualifying in nature.
Marks of Paper 3 to Paper 9 will be considered for preparing the merit of the candidate.
OPSC Civil Services Syllabus 2025
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is the application period for OPSC OCS 2025?
- The application process begins on January 10, 2025, and ends on February 10, 2025.
- How many vacancies are available in OPSC OCS 2025?
- There are a total of 200 vacancies across various Group A and Group B posts.
- What is the age limit for applying to OPSC OCS 2025?
- Candidates should be between 21 and 38 years of age as of January 1, 2024. Age relaxations apply as per government norms.
- What is the educational qualification required for OPSC OCS 2025?
- Applicants must have a bachelor’s degree from a recognized university and proficiency in the Odia language.
- Where can I apply for OPSC OCS 2025?
- Applications can be submitted online through the official OPSC website: www.opsc.gov.in.
For detailed information, candidates are advised to refer to the official notification and visit the OPSC website.
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