The exam is 7 days away. The admit card link opens tomorrow, 23 October 2026, at 1:00 PM.
The Odisha Public Service Commission (OPSC) will release the OPSC OCS Mains Admit Card 2026 (Admission Certificate) for the Odisha Civil Services Main (Written) Examination 2025 on 23 October 2026 at 1:00 PM. The Mains exam runs from 29 October 2026 to 7 November 2026 under Advertisement No. 05 of 2025-26. Qualified candidates should download the admit card from opsc.gov.in as soon as the link is live and check their exam centre and paper schedule.
Important Note
1. The download link opens on 23 October 2026 at 1:00 PM on opsc.gov.in. It will not work before this time.
2. The first papers (Odia Language and English Language) are on 29 October 2026. Download and print your Admission Certificate well before this date.
3. The exam has two sessions a day: 9:00 AM to 12:00 Noon and 2:00 PM to 5:00 PM. Eligible PwD candidates entitled to compensatory time get one extra hour per session.
OPSC OCS Mains Admit Card 2026: Overview
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Conducting Body | Odisha Public Service Commission (OPSC) |
| Post Name | Odisha Civil Services (OCS) 2025 |
| Examination | Odisha Civil Services Main (Written) Examination 2025 |
| Advertisement No. | 05 of 2025-26 |
| Exam Programme Notice | No. 4888/PSC, dated 29 August 2026 |
| Total Vacancies | Not mentioned in the available information – check opsc.gov.in |
| Update Type | Admit Card (Admission Certificate) |
| Admit Card Release | 23 October 2026, 1:00 PM |
| Mains Exam Dates | 29 October 2026 to 7 November 2026 |
| Admit Card Mode | Online |
| Official Website | opsc.gov.in |
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Exam Programme Notice (No. 4888/PSC) | 29 August 2026 |
| Admit Card Release Announcement | 22 October 2026 |
| Admit Card Download Starts | 23 October 2026, 1:00 PM |
| Odia Language / English Language | 29 October 2026 |
| Essay | 30 October 2026 |
| General Studies Paper I and II | 2 November 2026 |
| General Studies Paper III and IV | 4 November 2026 |
| Optional Subject Paper I and II | 7 November 2026 |
| Mains Result | Not yet announced |
| Personality Test | Not yet announced |
OPSC OCS Mains Exam Schedule 2026 (Paper-wise)
| Exam Date | Morning Session (9:00 AM – 12:00 Noon) | Afternoon Session (2:00 PM – 5:00 PM) |
|---|---|---|
| 29 October 2026 | Odia Language | English Language |
| 30 October 2026 | Essay | No paper listed |
| 2 November 2026 | General Studies Paper I | General Studies Paper II |
| 4 November 2026 | General Studies Paper III | General Studies Paper IV |
| 7 November 2026 | Optional Subject Paper I | Optional Subject Paper II |
Exam Timings and PwD Extra Time
| Session | Regular Timing | PwD Timing (with compensatory time) |
|---|---|---|
| Forenoon | 9:00 AM to 12:00 Noon | 9:00 AM to 1:00 PM |
| Afternoon | 2:00 PM to 5:00 PM | 2:00 PM to 6:00 PM |
The extended timing applies only to candidates with disabilities who are entitled to compensatory time under the official rules.
Exam Pattern
The Mains has nine papers over five exam days: Odia Language, English Language, Essay, General Studies Papers I to IV, and Optional Subject Papers I and II. Each paper takes one three-hour session. The available information does not give the marks per paper or which papers count only as qualifying. Check the official notification on opsc.gov.in for these.
How to Download OPSC OCS Mains Admit Card 2026
- Go to opsc.gov.in on or after 23 October 2026 at 1:00 PM.
- Open the Candidate’s Corner section.
- Click “Download Admission Certificate”.
- Select the link for the Odisha Civil Services Main (Written) Examination 2025 (Advertisement No. 05 of 2025-26).
- Enter the login details the portal asks for. The exact login fields are not mentioned in the available information. Keep your application number and other registration details ready.
- Complete any on-screen verification and submit.
- Check every detail on the Admission Certificate.
- Download it and take clear printouts. Keep the PDF saved as well.
Details to Check on the Admit Card
| Detail | What to Check |
|---|---|
| Candidate’s Name | Matches your application and ID proof |
| Roll Number / Application Number | Printed correctly |
| Photograph and Signature | Clear and your own, where displayed |
| Examination Name | Odisha Civil Services Main (Written) Examination 2025 |
| Exam Dates and Sessions | Match the paper-wise schedule above |
| Exam Centre and Address | Full address printed clearly |
| Reporting Time | Note it for each exam day |
| Optional Subject | Matches the subject you chose |
| Instructions | Read every instruction issued with the admit card |
If any detail is wrong, contact OPSC through the official website straight away.
Documents to Carry on Exam Day
- Printed copy of the OPSC OCS Mains Admission Certificate
- Original valid photo identity proof, as prescribed by OPSC
- Extra photographs or other documents, if the official instructions ask for them
- PwD or scribe-related documents, where applicable
Exam Day Instructions
- Reach the centre within the reporting time printed on your admit card.
- Carry the printed admit card and original photo ID to every paper.
- Do not carry mobile phones or other prohibited electronic devices.
- Check any extra requirements for your optional subject papers.
- Follow the instructions of the invigilators and exam officials.
Admit Card Not Downloading? Try This
- Make sure it is after 1:00 PM on 23 October 2026.
- Use the “Download Admission Certificate” option under Candidate’s Corner on opsc.gov.in.
- Check that you selected the OCS-2025 Main Examination link.
- Re-check your login details.
- Try again later if the portal is slow from heavy traffic.
- If the problem continues, contact OPSC’s official technical support.
OPSC OCS Selection Process
- Preliminary Examination: Screening test for the Mains.
- Main (Written) Examination: 29 October 2026 to 7 November 2026.
- Personality Test: For candidates shortlisted after the Mains. The date is not yet announced.
Important Links
| Description | Link |
|---|---|
| Download OPSC OCS Mains Admit Card 2026 (from 23 October 2026, 1:00 PM) | Click Here |
| OPSC Official Website | Click Here |
FAQs
When will the OPSC OCS Mains Admit Card 2026 be released?
OPSC will release it on 23 October 2026 at 1:00 PM.
Where can I download the OPSC OCS Mains Admit Card 2026?
On the official website, opsc.gov.in, through the “Download Admission Certificate” option under Candidate’s Corner.
What is the OPSC OCS Mains exam date 2026?
The Main (Written) Examination runs from 29 October 2026 to 7 November 2026, with papers on 29 October, 30 October, 2 November, 4 November and 7 November.
What are the OPSC OCS Mains exam timings?
The forenoon session runs from 9:00 AM to 12:00 Noon and the afternoon session from 2:00 PM to 5:00 PM.
Do PwD candidates get extra time in OPSC OCS Mains?
Yes. Eligible candidates entitled to compensatory time get one extra hour per session (9:00 AM to 1:00 PM and 2:00 PM to 6:00 PM).
What documents should I carry to the OPSC OCS Mains exam?
The printed Admission Certificate and an original valid photo ID as prescribed by OPSC, plus any other documents the official instructions ask for.
What comes after the OPSC OCS Mains exam?
Candidates who qualify in the Mains will be called for the Personality Test. OPSC has not yet announced its date.
Disclaimer
This article is based on the OPSC announcement dated 22 October 2026 and Exam Programme Notice No. 4888/PSC dated 29 August 2026. The available information does not give vacancy counts, marks per paper or admit card login fields. Check all dates, centre details and next-stage updates on opsc.gov.in. JobShouter is not associated with the Odisha Public Service Commission. This article is for informational purposes only.
