OPSC Recruitment 2026: Odisha Public Service Commission (OPSC) has released OPSC Recruitment 2026 notification for 502 vacancies among the posts of Assistant Veterinary Surgeon, Assistant Fisheries Officer and Assistant Horticulture Officer. Recruitment drive for Odisha State Government Departments like Fisheries and Animal Resources Development and Agriculture and Farmers Empowerment has been announced.Eligible candidates can apply online through OPSC recruitment portal during the specified application period. The selection process will include a written examination, an interview for the applicable posts and document verification.Overview of OPSC Recruitment 2026The recruitment includes Group A and Group B permanent posts with government pay scales. Candidates should check individual notifications for eligibility requirements, application procedures, examination details and other instructions.
Vacancy details laterOPSC has issued separate notifications for the three posts. The recruitment of veterinary assistant surgeons accounts for the largest number of vacancies with 436 posts.
Important Dates for OPSC Recruitment 2026Candidates applying for different posts should follow separate application schedules issued by OPSC.
Breakdown of vacancies by categoryAssistant Veterinary Surgeon vacancies are pending vacancies reserved for SEBC, SC and ST categories.
Horticulture Assistant Officer vacancies include Unreserved, SC and ST categories.
Fisheries Assistant Recruitment is a special boost for SC and ST candidates of Odisha.
Salary Details of OPSC PostsSelected candidates will be paid as per Odisha Revised Scale of Pay (ORSP) rules along with applicable allowances.
Applicants must fulfill the educational qualification, age limit, nationality and Odia language requirements prescribed for each post.
Age limit and application feeThe minimum age requirement for all positions is 21 years. The upper age limit varies by 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. Eligible SC, ST and PwD candidates are exempted. No application fee is required to hire a Fisheries Officer.
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Steps to apply for OPSC Recruitment 2026Candidates can apply online through OPSC website by registering with their email id and mobile number. Applicants must complete the form, upload the required documents and photographs, pay the applicable fee 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.