Odisha Public Service Commission (OAS)
OPSC (Odisha Public Service Commission) · Offline (Pen & Paper) · Once a year
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OPSC OAS Exam Pattern
Complete exam pattern with subject-wise breakdown, marking scheme, and duration.
| Subject | Questions | Marks |
|---|---|---|
| General Studies & General Knowledge (Odisha-specific GK included) | 200 | 200 |
| Total | 200 | 200 |
About Odisha Public Service Commission (OAS) (OPSC OAS) 2027
The Odisha Public Service Commission (OAS) (OPSC OAS) is one of the most competitive entrance exams, conducted by the OPSC (Odisha Public Service Commission). Preparing for the OPSC OAS requires systematic practice, conceptual clarity, and regular self-evaluation. Our platform offers dynamic mock tests, previous years' resolved papers, and AI-enabled analysis to help you secure a top rank.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the OPSC OAS 2027 Prelims exam pattern?
OPSC OAS Prelims has 1 paper with 200 MCQs in 2 hours. Topics: History (Indian & Odisha), Geography (Indian & Odisha), Polity, Economy, Science, Current Affairs, and Odia Language basics. No negative marking — a significant advantage.
What posts are offered through OPSC OAS 2027?
OPSC OAS (Odisha Administrative Service) and OPS (Odisha Police Service) are the most prestigious posts. Other posts include Block Development Officer, Revenue Officer, Supply Officer, District Handicraft Development Officer, and other Class I and II state posts.
What is OPSC OAS officer salary in 2027?
OPSC OAS officer starts at ₹44,900-₹1,42,400 per month (Odisha Pay Matrix). With DA, HRA, and Odisha government allowances including tribal area allowances for interior district postings, the effective package is ₹65,000-₹85,000 per month.
How many OPSC OAS vacancies are expected in 2027?
OPSC OAS 2027 is expected to have 100-200 vacancies. OPSC OAS 2023 had 145 vacancies while 2022 had 198 vacancies. Odisha's mineral-rich districts and tribal areas create ongoing demand for administrative officers.
What Odisha GK topics are important for OPSC 2027?
Important Odisha GK covers Kalinga War, Sun Temple Konark, Puri Jagannath Temple, Chilika Lake (largest coastal lagoon), tribal communities (Kondh, Juang, Bonda), Odisha's steel & mining industry, famous Odia personalities, and state government's 5T initiative and welfare schemes.
How to Prepare for OPSC OAS
No negative marking is the biggest advantage — attempt all 200 questions; do not leave any blank
Odisha GK about tribal affairs, minerals, and coastal geography should be prepared thoroughly
OPSC Mains has Odia language paper (Essay & Translation) — practice Odia writing for 6 months before Mains
Odisha government flagship schemes (Mission Shakti, KALIA, Biju Swasthya Kalyan Yojana) are important for current affairs