The Odisha Public Service Commission (OPSC) has invited online applications for 436 backlog posts of Veterinary Assistant Surgeon/Additional Veterinary Assistant Surgeon, Group-A (Junior Branch-II) of the Odisha Veterinary Service, under the Fisheries & Animal Resources Development (ARD) Department, vide Advertisement No. 04 of 2026-27 (Notice No. 4195/PSC, dated 18 July 2026). Candidates with a B.V.Sc. & A.H. degree and a valid Registration Certificate under the Odisha Veterinary Practitioners Act, 1970 can apply online from 24 July 2026 to 24 August 2026 (5:00 PM) through the official OPSC website at www.opsc.gov.in. Selection is through a Written Examination scheduled for 26 September 2026 (Saturday), with the post carrying a pay of Rs. 56,100 (Level 12) under the ORSP Rules, 2017. Candidates are advised to read the complete official notification carefully before applying.
Important Note: All 436 vacancies are backlog vacancies reserved only for SEBC, SC, and ST category candidates – this recruitment is not open to General/UR/EWS/OBC candidates. The examination fee is refunded only to candidates who actually appear in the Written Examination. Candidates must register under the Odisha Veterinary Practitioners Act, 1970 on or before the closing date of the online application. Applications without payment of the applicable fee will be treated as incomplete and outrightly rejected.
Overview
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Organization | Odisha Public Service Commission (OPSC), Cuttack |
| Advertisement No. | 04 of 2026-27 (Notice No. 4195/PSC, dated 18.07.2026) |
| Post | Veterinary Assistant Surgeon (VAS) / Additional Veterinary Assistant Surgeon |
| Department | Fisheries & Animal Resources Development (ARD) Department, Govt. of Odisha |
| Total Vacancies | 436 (144-W), all backlog vacancies |
| Pay Scale | Rs. 56,100 (Level 12, Cell-1 of Pay Matrix under Rule-3 of the ORSP Rules, 2017), plus DA and other allowances |
| Registration Period | 24 July 2026 to 24 August 2026 (5:00 PM) |
| Mode of Application | Online only, via www.opsc.gov.in |
| Mode of Selection | Written Examination (Objective Type, MCQ) |
| Written Exam Date | 26 September 2026 (Saturday) |
| Official Website | www.opsc.gov.in |
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Date | 18 July 2026 |
| Opening of Online Registration and Fee Payment Link | 24 July 2026 |
| Closing Date for Online Application Submission | 24 August 2026, 5:00 PM |
| Date of Written Examination | 26 September 2026 (Saturday) |
| Provisional Answer Key Upload | Within 10 days of completion of the Written Examination |
The detailed schedule and centre of examination will be notified in due course, and only online applications received within the deadline will be accepted.
Vacancy Details – Category-Wise Backlog Position (Total 436)
All 436 vacancies under this recruitment are backlog vacancies reserved specifically for SEBC, SC, and ST candidates, with sub-quotas within these categories for women, PwD, and Sports Persons.
| Category | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| SEBC | 62 (20-W) |
| SC | 141 (47-W) |
| ST | 233 (77-W) |
| Total | 436 (144-W) |
Of these, 18 (06-W) posts are reserved for Persons with Disabilities (40% or more permanent disability), and 04 (01-W) posts for Sports Persons – both adjusted against the category (SEBC/SC/ST) to which they belong. This recruitment is conducted only for SEBC, SC, and ST categories, as these are backlog vacancies. Vacancy numbers are subject to change by the Government without notice.
Eligibility – Educational Qualification
- Bachelor’s degree in Veterinary Science & Animal Husbandry (B.V.Sc. & A.H.) or equivalent from any recognized University/College/Institution in India or abroad.
- Conversion certificates recognized by the Veterinary Council of India (VCI) required for candidates with foreign degrees.
- A valid Registration Certificate under the Odisha Veterinary Practitioners Act, 1970 (Section 21), which must be obtained on or before the last date of online application submission.
Age Limit (As on 1 January 2026)
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Minimum Age | 21 Years |
| Maximum Age | 47 Years |
| Date of Birth Range | Not earlier than 2 January 1979, not later than 1 January 2005 |
Age Relaxation
| Category | Relaxation |
|---|---|
| PwD (40% or more) belonging to SEBC/SC/ST | 10 Years over and above 47 years |
A candidate falling under more than one relaxation category is eligible for only one benefit – whichever is most beneficial. Save as provided above, the age limits cannot be relaxed. Only the date of birth in the High School Certificate (or equivalent) will be accepted.
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).
- Usual Dearness Allowance and other allowances as sanctioned by the Government of Odisha from time to time.
- All persons appointed on or after 1 January 2005 are not eligible for pension under the Odisha Civil Service (Pension) Rules, 1992, but are covered under the defined Contributory Pension Scheme (NPS); NPS application submission is mandatory for all recommended candidates at the time of joining.
Examination Fee, Mode of Payment and Refund
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| General / Candidates other than SC, ST, PwD | Rs. 700/- |
| SC / ST / PwD | Nil |
- Applications without payment of the fee (except SC/ST/PwD) are treated as incomplete and outrightly rejected.
- The examination fee is refunded only to candidates who actually appear in the Written Examination.
- Refunds are processed to the original mode of payment (Credit Card, Debit Card, UPI, Net Banking, Wallet, etc.), issued after completion of the written examination.
- Candidates must furnish bank account details (Account Number, IFSC, Account Holder Name, Bank Branch), used only if the refund fails through the original payment mode.
Selection Process and Exam Pattern
Selection is based entirely on a written examination of two objective-type papers, followed by document verification for shortlisted candidates.
| 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 |
- Document Verification shortlisting: where vacancies are up to 2, 5 candidates are called; where vacancies exceed 2, the number called is twice the number of vacancies.
- The merit list is prepared based on marks secured in the written examination, equal to the number of advertised vacancies.
- Cut-off marks, answer keys, and individual marks are declared on the OPSC website only after publication of the final result and select list.
- Written examination venue: Cuttack/Bhubaneswar.
Syllabus Overview
Paper-I (Veterinary Science): Veterinary Medicine, Veterinary Gynaecology and Obstetrics, Veterinary Pharmacology and Toxicology, Veterinary Parasitology, Veterinary Anatomy, Veterinary Public Health, Veterinary Surgery and Radiology, Veterinary Pathology, Veterinary Microbiology.
Paper-II (Animal Science): Veterinary Physiology, Veterinary Biochemistry, Veterinary and Animal Husbandry Extension, Animal Nutrition, Livestock Products Technology, Livestock Production and Management, Animal Genetics and Breeding.
The complete detailed topic-wise syllabus is provided in Annexure-A of the official advertisement.
Other Eligibility Conditions
- The candidate must be a citizen of India.
- Must be of sound health and free from any physical defect likely to interfere with duties.
- Must be able to speak, read, and write Odia, satisfied through prescribed conditions (M.E. School Odia pass, Matriculation Odia-medium, Class VII Odia language pass, or a specified Odia test).
- A married candidate must not have more than one spouse living, subject to exemptions under applicable personal law.
- Government servants may apply with a No Objection Certificate (NOC) furnished at document verification.
- Candidates debarred by OPSC, another State PSC, or UPSC are not eligible during the debarment period.
- Must register under the Odisha Veterinary Practitioners Act, 1970 on or before the closing date.
- Every selected candidate is examined by a Medical Board; failure to satisfy the requirement results in non-appointment.
Required Documents
- H.S.C. or equivalent certificate (proof of date of birth)
- B.V.Sc. & A.H. Degree Certificate from a recognized institution
- Mark-lists for all examinations (H.S.C. to Degree), including fail marks if any
- Conversion Certificates recognized by VCI (for foreign degrees)
- Conversion Certificate from the University (for grade-only marks)
- Permanent Registration Certificate under the Odisha Veterinary Practitioners Act, 1970
- Four recent passport-size photographs (within 6 months, unsigned and unattested)
- Caste Certificate by birth (SEBC/SC/ST)
- Required Odia Test pass certificate
- Permanent Disability Certificate (40% or more), if applicable
- Sports Certificate/Identity Card issued by the Director of Sports, Odisha, if applicable
- Release Certificate for Ex-servicemen (if claiming age relaxation)
- No Objection Certificate from Competent Authority, if applicable
- Proof of identity (Aadhaar/EPIC/Driving Licence/Passport/PAN Card)
All documents must be issued on or before the date of submission of the registered online application. Candidates must not attach original certificates to their applications.
How to Apply for OPSC Veterinary Assistant Surgeon Recruitment 2026?
- Go through the complete advertisement details on the OPSC website before filling the online application.
- Apply online only through www.opsc.gov.in – applications through any other mode will be summarily rejected.
- Review the detailed instructions on the OPSC portal before filling the form.
- Fill in accurate information; verify the submitted copy after submission. To modify, cancel and reapply within the last date.
- Upload a scanned passport-size photograph, full signature, and Left-Hand Thumb Impression (LTI) – all must be clearly identifiable.
- Pay the applicable Rs. 700 examination fee online, if applicable.
- On successful submission, a unique Permanent Public Service Account Number (PPSAN) is assigned. Take a printout of the finally submitted forms and sign the declaration for submission along with documents, as and when asked.
- Submit well in advance of the closing date (24 August 2026, 5:00 PM).
- Download the Certificate of Admission from the OPSC website before the exam date and produce it at the centre.
Important Note: The last date is 24 August 2026, up to 5:00 PM. Apply early to avoid last-minute technical issues.
Important Instructions and Grounds of Rejection
- Incomplete online application, including non-uploading of required documents.
- Non-submission of the hard copy at document verification.
- Declaration not signed with full signature in the hard copy.
- Not passing the Odia Test (M.E. standard) or not furnishing evidence by the closing date.
- Not within the prescribed age limit (no relaxation for PwD candidates with less than 40% disability).
- Not having the prescribed qualification by the date of submission.
- Application without payment of the examination fee (except SC/ST/PwD).
- Not furnishing copies of required certificates/documents.
- Submitting wrong, false, forged, or manipulated certificates/testimonials.
- Suppression of facts about eligibility.
- Application received through any mode other than the OPSC online proforma.
Candidates found guilty of malpractice or offering illegal gratification will be disqualified and may be debarred, besides being liable for criminal prosecution. Candidates submitting forged/manipulated documents will be debarred from OPSC examinations for 3 years.
Important Links
| Action | Link |
|---|---|
| Apply Online | Click Here |
| Official OPSC Website | Click Here |
Note: Download the detailed official notification (Advertisement No. 04 of 2026-27) directly from the official OPSC website – only the official government source is referenced here.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q1. What is the last date to apply for OPSC Veterinary Assistant Surgeon Recruitment 2026?
✅ The last date to submit the online application is 24 August 2026, 5:00 PM.
Q2. How many total vacancies are there in OPSC Advertisement No. 04 of 2026-27?
✅ There are 436 total backlog vacancies – 62 SEBC, 141 SC, and 233 ST.
Q3. What is the eligibility for OPSC Veterinary Assistant Surgeon post?
✅ Candidates need a B.V.Sc. & A.H. degree from a recognized institution and a valid Registration Certificate under the Odisha Veterinary Practitioners Act, 1970.
Q4. What is the age limit for this recruitment?
✅ Candidates must be between 21 and 47 years as on 1 January 2026; PWD candidates from SEBC/SC/ST with 40% or more disability get a 10-year age relaxation over 47 years.
Q5. What is the salary for OPSC Veterinary Assistant Surgeon?
✅ The post carries a pay of Rs. 56,100 (Level 12, Cell-1) under the ORSP Rules, 2017, plus DA and other allowances.
Q6. What is the examination fee for OPSC VAS Recruitment 2026?
✅ The fee is Rs. 700 for candidates other than SC/ST/PwD categories; there is no fee for SC/ST/PwD candidates, and the fee is refunded only to those who appear in the written examination.
Q7. When is the OPSC VAS written examination?
✅ The written examination is scheduled for 26 September 2026 (Saturday), with the detailed schedule and centre to be notified later.
Q8. What is the exam pattern for OPSC Veterinary Assistant Surgeon?
✅ The exam has two papers (Veterinary Science and Animal Science), each of 200 MCQ questions and 400 marks, for a total of 800 marks, with a duration of 2½ hours per paper.
Q9. Is this recruitment open to all categories?
✅ No. Since these are backlog vacancies, this recruitment is open only to SEBC, SC, and ST category candidates of Odisha.
Q10. How can candidates apply for OPSC Veterinary Assistant Surgeon Recruitment 2026?
✅ Candidates must apply online only through www.opsc.gov.in, upload the required documents and photograph, pay the applicable fee, and submit the form before 24 August 2026.
Disclaimer: All information provided is for reference purposes only. This is a backlog recruitment open only to SEBC/SC/ST category candidates. Candidates are advised to verify all details including vacancy, eligibility, age limit, selection process, and application procedure from the official notification (Advertisement No. 04 of 2026-27) and the official OPSC website at opsc.gov.in before applying.
