OPSC Recruitment 2026 notification released for 502 vacancies, apply online for government posts

OPSC Recruitment 2026: The Odisha Public Service Commission (OPSC) has released the OPSC Recruitment 2026 notification for 502 vacancies across Veterinary Assistant Surgeon, Assistant Fisheries Officer and Assistant Horticulture Officer posts. The recruitment drive has been announced for departments under the Odisha State Government, including Fisheries & Animal Resources Development and Agriculture & Farmers’ Empowerment.Eligible candidates can submit online applications through the OPSC recruitment portal during the specified application period. The selection process will include a written examination, interview for applicable posts and document verification.OPSC Recruitment 2026 overviewThe recruitment includes permanent Group A and Group B positions with government pay scales. Candidates must check the individual notifications for eligibility requirements, application procedures, examination details and other instructions.

Post-wise vacancy detailsOPSC has issued separate notifications for the three posts. Veterinary Assistant Surgeon recruitment accounts for the highest number of vacancies with 436 posts.

Important dates for OPSC Recruitment 2026Candidates applying for different posts must follow separate application schedules issued by OPSC.

Category-wise vacancy breakupThe Veterinary Assistant Surgeon vacancies are backlog vacancies reserved for SEBC, SC and ST categories.

The Assistant Horticulture Officer vacancies include unreserved, SC and ST categories.

The Assistant Fisheries Officer recruitment is a special drive for SC and ST candidates of Odisha.

Salary details for OPSC postsSelected candidates will receive pay as per Odisha Revised Scales of Pay (ORSP) rules along with applicable allowances.

Applicants must fulfil educational qualification, age limit, nationality and Odia language requirements prescribed for each post.

Age limit and application feeThe minimum age requirement for all posts is 21 years. The upper age limit differs according to the position.

For Veterinary Assistant Surgeon and Assistant Horticulture Officer posts, General and SEBC candidates have to pay an application fee of Rs 700. SC, ST and eligible PwD candidates are exempted. No application fee is required for Assistant Fisheries Officer recruitment.

Steps to apply for OPSC Recruitment 2026Candidates can apply online through the OPSC website by registering with their email ID and mobile number. Applicants must complete the form, upload 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.