OPSC Assistant Section Officer ASO Recruitment 2025, Notification Eligibility & Apply Link
May 1, 2025 by Manish T
The Odisha Public Service Commission (OPSC) is recruiting for Assistant Section Officer (Group-B) positions in the Office of the Advocate General, Odisha, Cuttack. This recruitment aims to fill 29 vacancies on a regular basis. The official notification (Advt No. 02 OF 2025-26) was released on 01/05/2025. The job location is Cuttack, Odisha. Online applications start on 09/05/2025 and the last date to apply is 09/06/2025. Applicants must be citizens of India.
Recruitment Overview
| Recruitment Organization | Odisha Public Service Commission (OPSC) |
| Post Name | Assistant Section Officer (ASO) |
| Advt No. | 02 OF 2025-26 |
| Job Type | Regular |
| Mode of Exam | Written Examination (Objective Type - MCQ) and Skill Test (Practical - Qualifying) |
| Vacancies | 29 |
| Salary | Rs. 35,400/- (Level 9, Cell 1) plus allowances |
| Applicant Eligible From | India |
| Job Location | Office of the Advocate General, Odisha, Cuttack |
| Category | Group-B |
Post Details
| Post Name | Vacancies | Age Limit |
|---|
| Assistant Section Officer | UR - 10 (03-w), SC - 08 (03-w), ST - 11 (04-w), Total-29 | 21 to 32 years (as of 01/01/2025)
Born between 02/01/1993 and 01/01/2004 |
w (Women)
| Category | Age Relaxation |
|---|
| SC/ST | 5 Years |
| Women | 5 Years |
| Ex-Servicemen | 5 Years |
| PWD (40% or more disability) | 10 Years |
| PWD (SC/ST) | 15 Years (Cumulative) |
Exam Fee
Essential Qualification
- Must possess a Bachelors Degree in any discipline.
- Must have adequate knowledge in Computer Application as specified.
Selection Process
- Written Examination: Objective Type (MCQ) with three papers (General Awareness, Reasoning & Mental Ability + Maths, Language - English & Odia) totaling 400 marks. There is negative marking (0.25 marks deducted for each wrong answer). Qualifying marks are 35% for UR and 30% for SC/ST/PWD in each paper.
- Skill Test in Computer (Practical): This test is qualifying in nature (50 marks). Candidates shortlisted from the written exam (1.5 times the vacancies) will appear for this. A minimum of 40% marks is needed to qualify.
- Final Ranking: Based on the aggregate marks secured in the Written Examination (400 marks) for candidates who qualify the Skill Test.
How to Apply
- Apply online through the OPSC website: OPSC Official Website.
- Upload scanned latest passport photo, full signature, and Left Thumb Impression (LTI). Ensure they are clear.
- After submission, note your unique Permanent Public Service Account Number (PPSAN).
- Submit the online application well before the closing date 09/06/2025 (5:00 PM).
Important Dates
| Online Application Start Date | 09/05/2025 |
| Online Application Last Date | 09/06/2025 (till 5:00 PM) |
| Tentative Written Exam Date | 27/07/2025 (Sunday) |
Important Links
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is the last date to apply online?
- The last date for submission of the registered online application is 09/06/2025 until 5:00 PM.
- What is the age limit for Assistant Section Officer?
- Candidates must be between 21 and 32 years old as of 01/01/2025.
- What is the educational qualification needed?
- A candidate must have a Bachelors Degree in any discipline from a recognized university and adequate knowledge in computer application.
- Is there an application fee?
- No, the examination fee has been exempted for all categories of candidates.
