OPSC Assistant Professor Economics Stage-I Interview Admit Card 2026
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AZResults Editorial Team
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Interviews for 92 shortlisted candidates for Assistant Professor (Stage-I) in Economics are scheduled from 12 August 2026 to 14 August 2026 at the OPSC office in Kataka. Candidates must report two hours before their scheduled interview time and bring all original documents including PhD thesis, research publications, and proof of seminar participation for scrutiny before the interview begins.
Important Dates
| Interview Commencement | 12 August 2026 |
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| Interview Conclusion | 14 August 2026 |
| Document Submission Deadline | 02 March 2026 |
Interview Details
| Total Marks | 100 marks |
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| Domain Knowledge | 50 marks |
| Pedagogical Skill | 30 marks |
| Academic Performance and Research Orientation | 20 marks |
| Pedagogy Skill Component | Candidates will present a topic of their choice on white board for 8 to 10 minutes before the interview board |
Qualifying Marks
| UR and SEBC | 50 marks |
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| SC and ST | 42 marks |
| PwD | 38 marks |
| Sports Persons and Ex-servicemen | Same as their caste category |
Documents to Bring for Interview
- List of articles and publications (Annexure-I, 4 sets)
- List of books authored and co-authored (Annexure-II, 4 sets)
- Photocopies of 4 best original publications where candidate is first or second author (4 sets)
- 4 sets of best 2 books originally authored or co-authored
- Brief synopsis of PhD thesis in two pages (4 sets, Annexure-III)
- List of participation in National/International seminars and workshops (Annexure-IV, 4 sets)
- List of International/National/State-level awards received (Annexure-V, 4 sets)
- All original PhD thesis, research publications and books
- Original documents for seminar participation
- Original documents for awards received
- Note: Names and roll numbers must be masked or erased in photocopies as the interview is identity-less
Interview Board Allotment
| Draw of lots for 1st sitting | 9.00 AM to 9.30 AM in Reception Hall |
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| Draw of lots for 2nd sitting | 1.00 PM to 1.30 PM in Reception Hall |
| Candidates not present before draw closure will be allotted boards through draw by any candidate present | |
Important Instructions
- Candidacy is provisional and liable for rejection if inadequacy or deficiency is found at any stage
- Mere participation in interview does not reserve any right for selection
- Candidates must appear with a randomly generated code number; personal details are not disclosed to the interview board
- Interview process is identity-less; no personal information divulging candidate identity is disclosed to the board
Frequently Asked Questions
Which organisation is conducting this?
Odisha Public Service Commission (OPSC)
What are the important dates?
Interview Commencement: 12 August 2026. Interview Conclusion: 14 August 2026. Document Submission Deadline: 02 March 2026.