OPSC ASO Recruitment 2026: Odisha Public Service Commission (OPSC) has officially released the recruitment advertisement for the post of Assistant Section Officer (Group-B) in the Odisha Secretariat Service Cadre under the Home Department. Under Advt. No. 15 of 2026-27, a total of 340 vacancies have been announced, including 114 posts for women. The OPSC ASO Recruitment 2026 Notification has been released on 05 November 2026. Online applications will start on 09 November 2026, and the last date to apply online is 30 November 2026 (5:00 PM).
This is a Group-B post in Pay Level 9 with a starting basic pay of Rs. 35,400, open to graduates of any discipline. Candidates must know Odia and have computer knowledge, and the written exam is tentatively scheduled for 17 January 2027, so start preparing early.
OPSC ASO Recruitment 2026 Overview
| Recruitment Organization | Odisha Public Service Commission (OPSC) |
| Department Name | Home Department, Odisha Secretariat Service |
| Post Name | Assistant Section Officer (Group-B) |
| Advt. No. | 15 of 2026-27 |
| Total Vacancy | 340 (114 for Women) |
| Pay Scale | Rs. 35,400/- (Level 9) |
| Notification Date | 05.11.2026 |
| Category | OPSC ASO Recruitment 2026 |
| Official Website | opsc.gov.in |
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Release Date | 05.11.2026 |
| Online Application Start Date | 09.11.2026 |
| Last Date to Apply Online | 30.11.2026 (05:00 PM) |
| Written Exam Date | 17.01.2027 (Tentative) |
Application Fees
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| UR / SEBC / Female | Rs. 700/- (Refund After Exam) |
| SC / ST / PWD | Nil |
| Mode of Payment | Online |
Age Limit, Vacancy Details, and Qualification
Age Limit: The age limit for OPSC ASO Recruitment 2026 is 21-42 Years. The cutoff date for the calculation of the age limit is 01.01.2026. (Use Age Calculator). Age Relaxation will be given as per the rules.
| Post Name | Vacancy | Qualification |
|---|---|---|
| Assistant Section Officer (ASO) | 340 | Any Graduate + Computer Knowledge + Odia Language |
OPSC ASO Recruitment 2026 Selection Process
The selection process for OPSC ASO Recruitment 2026 includes the following stages:
- Written Examination (3 Papers, 400 Marks)
- Document Verification
- Computer Skill Test (Qualifying, 50 Marks)
- Medical Examination
How to Apply for OPSC ASO Recruitment 2026
Follow these steps to apply for OPSC ASO Recruitment 2026:
- Visit opsc.gov.in and create or log in to your PPSAN account (only one application is allowed).
- Open the online application for Advt. No. 15 of 2026-27 (ASO) from 09.11.2026.
- Fill in your personal, educational, Odia knowledge and category details.
- Choose 2 exam zones in order of preference and enter your bank details for the fee refund.
- Upload your photo, signature and documents.
- Pay the fee online (if applicable) and submit the form before 30.11.2026, 5:00 PM.
- Take a printout of the submitted application, as it is needed at document verification.
Important Links
| OPSC ASO Recruitment 2026 Notification PDF | Notification |
| OPSC ASO Recruitment 2026 Online Form Link (From 09 Nov) | Apply Online |
| Odisha Public Service Commission Official Website | OPSC |