OPSC OCS Exam Date 2024 Out, Download Revised Schedule PDF

OPSC OCS Exam Date Out

As per the new notification, It is informed that the Odisha Civil Services (Preliminary) Examination-2023, as per Advt. No. 20 of 2023-24, will be tentatively held on 15.12.2024 (Sunday). The detailed exam schedule will be shared later. For further updates, candidates are advised to regularly check the Commission’s website which is opsc.gov.in.

OPSC Prelims Exam Date 2024- Highlights

The Odisha PSC OCS 2024 Exam, conducted by the Odisha Public Service Commission for the recruitment event featuring 399 available positions. To access the OPSC OCS Notification 2024 PDF for the Odisha Civil Service Examination 2024, candidates can simply click the link below.

OPSC OCS Notification 2024 PDF : Click to Download

Check: OPSC OCS Tentative Exam Notice 

OPSC OCS Prelims Exam Date 2024

The OPSC OCS exam date 2024 for the Odisha Civil Services (Prelims) 2024 has been announced. The OPSC released a notice for the OCS Prelims Exam date. Applicants who have applied for the 399 Group A and B posts are informed that the OPSC OCS 2024 Examination will be conducted on 15 December 2024  (Tentatively). The examination will consist of Paper I and Paper II, each lasting 2 hours.

OPSC OCS Admit Card 2024

The OPSC OCS Admit card released in the first week of December 2024. All Candidates are required to download the OPSC OCS Admit card without this candidates will not be entered into the examination center hall. In this article, we have provided the direct link to download the OPSC OCS Admit Card 2024, candidates can easily download this.

OPSC OCS Admit Card 2024-Download Here (Inactive)

OPSC OCS Exam 2024 Important Dates

Candidates must stay updated with all the important dates associated with the OPSC OCS process, enabling them to plan their preparation accordingly. The OPSC Prelims Exam Date 2024 are provided in the table below along with the latest notice released on 12 September 2024 which informs about the date of exam., interested candidates must check it.

OPSC OCS Application Form 2024

As per the Odisha Public Service Commission’s notification, the online application process for OPSC OCS Recruitment 2024 was commenced. Below is the direct link provided for candidates’ convenience to apply online for the OPSC OCS Examination. Please note that applications submitted through alternative methods will not be considered.

OPSC OCS Application Fee 2024

To complete their application fee for OPSC OCS 2024, candidates must pay an examination fee of Rs. 500. Online payment methods for the application fee are credit card, debit card, net banking, UPI, and more. You should be aware that the application fees are non-refundable.

How to Apply Online for OPSC OCS Exam 2024?

Applicants may submit their online applications for OPSC OCS 2024 via the direct link provided in this article or the official Odisha Public Service Commission (OPSC) portal. To apply online for the OPSC Examination 2024, take the following steps:

• Visit the official website of the OPSC at https://www.opsc.gov.in/.
• Click on the ‘Apply Online’ link available on the homepage.
• Register yourself by providing a valid Email ID and Mobile Number to create login credentials.
• Log in using the created credentials and complete your profile information by following the Profile Creation Link.
• Upload recent photographs, signatures, and left thumb impressions in the prescribed format.
• Before final submission, ensure that all information and details in the application forms are accurate.
• Save and download the OPSC Application forms for future reference.

Odisha Civil Services Vacancy 2024

OPSC released the official notification for the OPSC OCS Vacancy 2024 details. For now, you can check the job openings from last year for guidance. The upcoming job openings are expected to be about the same as last year’s.

OPSC OCS Selection Process 2024

The OPSC OCS Selection Process 2024 consists of three main stages. The first stage is Prelims Examination, second stage is Mains Examination and third is the Interview. Full detail of OPSC OCS Selection process 2024 has been given below. Candidates can see the full details about selection process.

1. Preliminary Examination: The Preliminary Examination is a screening test includes multiple-choice questions (MCQs). It aims to shortlist candidates for the Main Examination.

• Papers:
  • Paper I (General Studies): 200 marks, 2 hours.
  • Paper II (General Studies): 200 marks, 2 hours.
• Total Marks: 400 marks.
• Note: Paper II (General Studies) is a qualifying paper where candidates need to score at least 33% marks.
• Negative Marking: There is a penalty for wrong answers in the Preliminary Exam.

2. Main Examination: The Main Examination is a descriptive Type and it has designed to assess candidate’s in-depth knowledge and understanding of various subjects.

Papers:

• 1. Odia Language: 250 marks.
  2. English Language: 250 marks.
  3. English Essay: 250 marks.
  4. General Studies I: 250 marks.
  5. General Studies II: 250 marks.
  6. Optional Subject Paper I: 250 marks.
  7. Optional Subject Paper II: 250 marks.
• Total Marks: 1750 marks.
• Optional Subjects: Candidates have to choose one optional subject (two papers), which is based on the OPSC’s official list of subjects.

3. Personality Test (Interview)- After the Main Examination, candidates who qualify are called for the Personality Test or Interview.

OPSC OCS Eligibility Criteria 2024

For applicants in the unreserved category, the age requirement is between 21 and 38 years, with birthdates falling between January 2, 1985, and January 1, 2002. Candidates belonging to the SC/ST/OBC/Ex-Servicemen/Women category have a maximum age limit of 43 years. Individuals with permanent disabilities of 40% or more (PwDs) can apply up to the age of 48. However, the specific birthdate range for PwDs is not specified in the provided information.

• Education Qualification: A bachelor’s degree in any specialization from a recognized university.

• • The candidates must have a Bachelor’s Degree in any discipline from any State or Nationally Recognised University or a Deemed to be a University under section 3 of UGC.
  • The candidates must be able to read, write and speak the Odia language and have:
  • Passed Middle School Examination with Odia as a language or a subject;
  • Passed HSC or Equivalent with Odia as a medium of examination in a non-language subject;
  • Passed Odia as a language subject in the final examination of class 8th in school or educational institute.

• Nationality: Candidates need to be citizens of India.

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OPSC OCS Exam Pattern 2024

OPSC OCS Prelims Exam Pattern

• The Preliminary exam consists of two papers of 200 marks each.
• There shall be a negative marking of 1/3rd marks.
• The marks of the prelims exam will not be added to the Final merit list.

OPSC OCS Mains Exam Pattern:

• OPSC Mains exam consists of Qualifying, Compulsory, and Optional Subjects.
• Papers A and B are considered qualifying papers, meaning their marks will not be included in the final merit list.
• However, candidates will have their answer copies for these papers assessed only if they qualify for them.
• In the OPSC OCS Mains Examination, candidates must choose two optional subjects besides the compulsory ones.
• OPSC has provided a list of discipline subjects from which candidates can make their selections.
• Each optional subject consists of two papers.

The marks distribution and allocated time for each paper are as follows:

Interview Test Exam Pattern

• • Personality Test will be worth 250 marks
  • Candidates can move toward the next stage only when they have qualified for the previous one.
  • 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 2024

OPSC OCS Prelims Syllabus

OPSC OCS Prelims Exam is the first step for joining the Odisha Public Service Commission OCS civil service. In the below section, we covered OPSC OCS Prelims Syllabus 2024. Interested applicants must check the topics to prepare for the prelims exam.

OPSC Civil Services Mains Optional Subjects

Moreover, as stated on the official website of OPSC, the syllabus for optional subjects is at the Honours level, indicating a higher level of knowledge than a bachelor’s degree but not as extensive as a Master’s degree. Therefore, candidates should keep these key points in mind while preparing for the exam.

OPSC OCS Salary 2024

OPSC OCS offers a salary in two parts Group A and Group B by the Government of Odisha State for the newly joined candidate. In the below information, we have added details about OPSC Salary according to the 2024 year. Interested applicants should read the below information.

• Basic Pay
• Monthly Salary
• Other Benefits and Allowances

OPSC OCS Group A Salary

Candidates can check the OPSC OCS Group A Salary mentioned below in the following table:

OPSC OCS Group B Salary

Candidates can check the OPSC OCS Group B Salary mentioned below in the following table:

OPSC OCS Preparation Strategy

• Understand the Syllabus in Depth: Focus on understanding the broader aspects of the syllabus rather than cramming everything.
• Select Reliable Sources: With limited time and countless resources, carefully choose study materials.
• Complete Mains Syllabus Before Prelims: This allows time for revision and answer writing practice after the Prelims.
• Take Regular Mock Tests: Consistent practice with OPSC mock tests is essential for improvement.
• Analyze and Improve: Identify and correct mistakes as part of your preparation.
• Stay Updated: Keep track of current events and important news for relevance in the exam.

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