Odisha Public Service Commission Notification 2025: The Odisha Public Service Commission (OPSC) has released a recruitment notification to fill 29 Assistant Section Officer (Group-B) posts in the Office of the Advocate General, Odisha, Cuttack. The notification was issued on May 1, 2025, with online applications accepted from May 9, 2025, to June 9, 2025, until 5:00 P.M. Candidates can apply exclusively through the official OPSC website at https://www.opsc.gov.in.
Odisha Public Service Commission Notification 2025: Details of Assistant Section Officer
Explore the key details of the Assistant Section Officer position below:
| Post Name | Total Vacancies | Pay Level | Initial Pay | Job Location |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Assistant Section Officer | 29 (10 reserved for women) | Level-9, Cell-1 | Rs. 35,400/- | Office of the Advocate General, Odisha, Cuttack |
Additional Details: The posts include reservations—10 for Unreserved (3 women), 8 for Scheduled Caste (3 women), 11 for Scheduled Tribe (4 women), 1 for Persons with Disabilities (Category-III, 40% or more permanent disability), and 1 for Ex-Servicemen.
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Eligibility Criteria for Assistant Section Officer
Candidates must meet specific educational qualifications and age criteria to apply for the Assistant Section Officer posts. The eligibility details for the post(s) are provided below.
Here are the details of Eligibility Criteria that candidates applying for Assistant Section Officer posts in the Office of the Advocate General, Odisha must meet:
| Criteria | Details |
|---|---|
| Educational Qualification | Bachelor’s Degree in any discipline from a recognized university or equivalent, with adequate knowledge in computer applications as specified in the schedule. |
| Age Limit | 21 to 32 years as of January 1, 2025 (born between January 2, 1993, and January 1, 2004). Relaxations: 5 years for SC/ST, Women, Ex-Servicemen; 10 years for PWD (40% or more permanent disability); 15 years for SC/ST PWD candidates. |
| Applicable Categories | Unreserved (UR), Scheduled Caste (SC), Scheduled Tribe (ST), Persons with Disabilities (PWD), Ex-Servicemen. |
No application fee is specified. The examination fee has been exempted for all categories as per GA & PG Department Notification No. 9897/Gen., dated April 11, 2022.
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Odisha Public Service Commission Notification 2025: Selection Process
Here’s how candidates will be selected:
- Written Examination: Objective-type Multiple Choice Questions (MCQ) across three papers (General Awareness, Reasoning & Mathematics, English & Odia Language) totaling 400 marks. Qualifying marks: 35% for UR, 30% for SC/ST/PWD per paper.
- Skill Test in Computer (Practical): Qualifying test (50 marks, minimum 40% to pass). Candidates shortlisted (1.5 times vacancies) based on written exam merit will be called for this test.
- Final Ranking: Based on aggregate written exam marks. Ties resolved by higher General Awareness marks, then by older age.
How to Apply for Odisha Public Service Commission Notification 2025
Follow these simple steps to submit your application:
- Visit the OPSC website at https://www.opsc.gov.in.
- Complete the online application form, available from May 9, 2025, to June 9, 2025, until 5:00 P.M.
- Upload a recent passport-size photograph, full signature, and left-hand thumb impression (clearly visible).
- Verify all details before submission. If corrections are needed, cancel and reapply within the deadline.
- Save the unique Permanent Public Service Account Number (PPSAN) assigned upon registration.
- Take a printout of the submitted application form, sign the declaration, and retain it for document verification (post-written exam).
- Required documents for verification (post-written exam):
- HSC or equivalent certificate (age proof).
- Bachelor’s Degree certificate and mark lists.
- Caste certificate (SC/ST, if applicable).
- Odia test pass certificate.
- Permanent Disability Certificate (if applicable, 40% or more).
- Ex-Servicemen Release Certificate and Affidavit (if applicable).
- No Objection Certificate (for government servants).
- Identity proof (Aadhaar/EPIC/DL/Passport/PAN).
- Four recent passport-size photographs.
Note: Applications must be submitted online only. Incomplete or late applications will be rejected.
Important Dates
Here’s the timeline for the recruitment:
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Release Date | May 1, 2025 |
| Online Application Start Date | May 9, 2025 |
| Application Deadline | June 9, 2025 (5:00 P.M.) |
| Official Website | Official Website of OPSC |
| Written Examination (Tentative) | July 27, 2025 (Sunday) |
FAQs
Got questions? Check these FAQs for quick answers:
Q1: Who can apply for the Assistant Section Officer post?
A: Candidates aged 21–32 years with a Bachelor’s Degree in any discipline and adequate computer knowledge can apply. Age relaxations apply for SC/ST, Women, Ex-Servicemen, and PWD candidates.
Q2: What is the selection process for this recruitment?
A: The process includes a written examination (400 marks, three papers) and a qualifying Skill Test in Computer Applications (50 marks, 40% to pass). Final ranking is based on written exam marks.
Q3: Is there an application fee?
A: No, the examination fee is exempted for all categories as per the GA & PG Department Notification.
Q4: Where will the written examination be held?
A: The exam will be conducted in six zones in Odisha: Balasore, Berhampur, Bhubaneswar, Cuttack, Jeypore, and Sambalpur. Candidates select two preferred zones during application.
Q5: What happens if I submit an incomplete application?
A: Incomplete applications will be rejected, and no correspondence will be entertained.