The OPSC Veterinary Assistant Surgeon Recruitment 2026 notification (Advt. No. 04 of 2026-27) is out for 436 vacancies. Online applications will be accepted from July 24 to August 24 (5:00 PM). The written examination is scheduled for September 26, 2026.
OPSC Veterinary Assistant Surgeon Recruitment 2026 – Important Dates
| Notification Date | 18.07.2026 |
| Opening of Online Registration and Fee Payment Link | 24.07.2026 |
| Closing Date for Online Application Submission | 24.08.2026, 5:00 PM |
| Date of Written Examination | 26.09.2026 (Saturday) |
- Organization: Odisha Public Service Commission (OPSC)
- Department: Fisheries & Animal Resources Development
- Pay Scale: ₹56,100 (Level 12, Cell-1 of Pay Matrix)
- Job Location: Across Odisha
Vacancy Details
| SEBC | 62 (20-W) |
| SC | 141 (47-W) |
| ST | 233 (77-W) |
| Total | 436 (144-W) |
Eligibility Criteria
OPSC Veterinary Assistant Surgeon Recruitment 2026
- Educational Qualification: Candidates must possess a Bachelor’s Degree in Veterinary Science & Animal Husbandry (B.V.Sc. & A.H.) or an equivalent degree from a recognized university. You must also be registered under the Odisha Veterinary Practitioners Act.
- Age Limit:21 to 47 years as of January 1, 2026 (age relaxations apply for reserved categories).
OPSC Veterinary Assistant Surgeon Recruitment 2026
Application Fees & Process
- Fee: ₹700
- Fee Exemption: Candidates belonging to SC, ST, and PwD categories are completely exempted from the application fee.
- How to Apply: Eligible candidates can apply online through the OPSC Official Website or the OPSC Recruitment Portal before the August 24 deadline
Salary and Pay Scale
- Pay scale of Rs. 56,100 (Level 12, Cell-1 of Pay Matrix under Rule-3 of the ORSP Rules, 2017).
Selection Process and Exam Pattern
Selection is based entirely on a written examination consisting of two objective-type papers, followed by document verification for shortlisted candidates. Here is the detailed exam structure as given in the notification.
| Parameter | Details |
|---|---|
| Total Marks | 800 |
| Number of Papers | 2 (Paper-I and Paper-II) |
| Questions per Paper | 200 questions, 400 marks each |
| Duration per Paper | 2½ hours |
| Question Type | MCQ (Objective-type) |
| Paper-I | Veterinary Science |
| Paper-II | Animal Science |
Required Documents
Candidates who qualify in the written examination must bring a hard copy of the online application along with copies and originals of the following documents for verification of eligibility.
- H.S.C. or equivalent certificate, in support of declaration of age
- B.V.Sc. & A.H. Degree Certificate issued by the recognized University/College/Institution
- Mark-lists in support of all examinations from H.S.C. to Degree in B.V.Sc. & A.H., including fail marks, if any
- Conversion Certificates recognized by the Veterinary Council of India (VCI), for candidates with foreign degrees
- Conversion Certificate from the concerned University, for candidates awarded only grade marks instead of percentage
- Permanent Registration Certificate under the Odisha Veterinary Practitioners Act, 1970
- Four recent passport-size photographs (within 6 months, unsigned and unattested), matching the one uploaded with the online application
- Caste Certificate by birth, in support of claim as SEBC/SC/ST
- Required Odia Test pass certificate
- Permanent Disability Certificate (indicating percentage of permanent disability, 40% or more), if applicable
- Sports Certificate/Identity Card issued by the Director of Sports, Odisha only, if applicable
- Release Certificate for Ex-servicemen claiming age relaxation, as per Orissa Ex-Servicemen (Recruitment to State Civil Services and Posts) Rules, 1985
- No Objection Certificate issued by the Competent Authority/Head of Office, if applicable
- Proof of identity: Aadhaar/EPIC/Driving Licence/Passport/PAN Card
How to Apply
Applications must be submitted online only through the OPSC website, using an automated, system-driven application process. Here are the steps to apply.
- Carefully go through the details of the advertisement available on the OPSC website before filling the online application form.
- Apply online through http://opsc.gov.in; applications received through any other mode will not be accepted and will be summarily rejected.
Important Links
- Official Notification PDF:Â Click here
- Official Website:Â Click here