OPSC Recruitment 2026: Odisha Public Service Commission (OPSC) has released the OPSC recruitment notification 2026 for 502 vacancies for the posts of Assistant Veterinary Surgeon, Assistant Fisheries Officer and Assistant Horticulture Officer. Recruitment drives have been announced for departments under the Odisha government, including fisheries and animal resources development and agriculture and farmer empowerment.Eligible candidates can submit online applications through the OPSC recruitment portal during the stipulated application period. The selection process will include a written examination, interview for applicable positions and document verification.OPSC Recruitment 2026 OverviewThis recruitment includes Group A and Group B permanent posts with government salary scales. Candidates must review the individual notification for eligibility requirements, application procedures, examination details and other instructions.
Later vacancy detailsOPSC has issued separate notifications for these three posts. Veterinary assistant surgeons have the most job openings, with 436 positions.
Important dates for OPSC recruitment 2026Candidates applying for different posts must follow separate application timelines issued by OPSC.
Vacancies by categoryVeterinary Assistant Surgeon vacancies are backlog vacancies reserved for SEBC, SC and ST categories.
Assistant Horticulture Officer vacancies include unreserved, SC and ST categories.
The recruitment for Assistant Fisheries Officer is a special push for Scheduled Caste and Scheduled Tribe candidates from Odisha.
Salary Details for OPSC JobsThe selected candidates will be paid salary as per Odisha Revised Salary Scale (ORSP) rules along with applicable allowances.
Applicants must meet the educational qualification, age limit, nationality and Odia language requirements prescribed for each position.
Age limits and application feesThe minimum age requirement for all positions is 21 years. The upper age limit varies depending on the position.
For the posts of Assistant Veterinary Surgeon and Assistant Horticulture Officer, General and SEBC candidates have to pay an application fee of Rs.700. Exceptions are made for SC, ST and eligible disabled candidates. There is no application fee for the recruitment of Assistant Fisheries Officer.
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Steps to Apply for OPSC Recruitment 2026Candidates can apply online through the OPSC website by registering using their email ID and mobile number. Applicants must complete the form, upload required documents and photos, pay applicable fees and submit the application.The online application link is available through the OPSC recruitment portal and candidates are advised to download the confirmation page after submission for future reference.
