The Odisha Public Service Commission (OPSC) has announced 89 Scientific Officer posts under Advertisement No. 14/2026-27. Online applications will open on 6 November 2026 and the last date is 26 November 2026 (5 PM). The written examination will be held on 17 January 2027.
| Advertisement No. | 14/2026-27 (dated 28 October 2026) |
| Online Application Starts | 6 November 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 26 November 2026 (5 PM) |
| Written Examination | 17 January 2027 |
| Application Fee | Rs 700 (General/SEBC); SC/ST/PwD — Nil (refundable if the candidate appears in both papers) |
| Pay | Rs 44,900 (Level 10) |
| Post | Posts | Eligibility |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Officer | 89 | Master’s degree in the relevant subject (at least 55% marks) + proficiency in Odia; see the official advertisement for subject-wise eligibility |
Applications have not opened yet — the form cannot be filled before 6 November, so note the date carefully. A special feature of this recruitment is that the fee is refunded to candidates who appear in both papers. Selection will be through a written examination, followed by further stages.
- Open the official website opsc.gov.in.
- Select the Scientific Officer Recruitment 2026 (Advt 14/2026-27) link.
- Fill the online form from 6 November 2026 and upload documents.
- Pay the fee and submit the form before 5 PM on 26 November 2026.
| OPSC Official Website | opsc.gov.in |
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How many OPSC Scientific Officer posts are there?
89 posts.
When can I apply?
From 6 November 2026 to 26 November 2026 (5 PM).
What is the eligibility?
Master’s degree in the relevant subject (at least 55% marks) + proficiency in Odia.
What is the age limit?
21 to 42 years as on 1 January 2026.
When is the exam?
The written examination is on 17 January 2027.
