Applications for 44 Assistant Fisheries Officer posts are open from 24 July 2026 to 24 August 2026, with the written exam on 26 September 2026. This is a special recruitment for SC and ST categories under Odisha Fisheries Service Cadre. You must upload a scanned passport-size photograph along with your left-hand thumb impression and full signature in the online form—blurry or unclear images will lead to rejection.
Important Dates
| Application Start | 24 July 2026 |
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| Application End | 24 August 2026 |
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| Written Exam | 26 September 2026 |
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| Exam Centres | Kataka, Bhubaneswar (subject to candidate numbers) |
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Application Fee
Age Limit (As On 1 January 2026)
| Minimum Age | 21 years |
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| Maximum Age | 47 years |
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| Date of Birth Range | 2 January 1979 to 1 January 2005 |
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| Age Relaxation for PwD | 10 years additional (40% or more disability, SC/ST categories only) |
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Vacancy Details
| Post | Vacancies | Eligibility |
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| Assistant Fisheries Officer | 44 | Bachelor's Degree in Fishery Science (B.F.Sc.) |
Vacancy Details (Category-wise)
| Scheduled Caste (SC) | 1 |
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| Scheduled Tribe (ST) | 43 |
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| Ex-Servicemen | 1 |
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| Persons with Disabilities (Cat-I Visually Impaired) | 1 |
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| Persons with Disabilities (Cat-II Hearing Impaired) | 1 |
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Educational Qualification
| Degree Required | Bachelor's Degree in Fishery Science (B.F.Sc.) from a recognized University in India or abroad |
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| Odia Language | Must be able to read, write and speak Odia; passed Middle School with Odia as language subject, OR Matriculation with Odia as medium, OR Class-VII with Odia as language subject, OR Middle English School Standard Odia test |
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Selection Process
| Written Examination | 800 marks (two papers, 400 marks each, objective type, 2.5 hours each) |
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| Interview (Viva Voce Test) | 100 marks |
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| No Negative Marking | Applied |
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| Qualifying Marks | Fixed by Commission for each paper; candidates securing minimum marks in both papers called for interview |
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| Interview Ratio | Approximately 2 times the advertised vacancies per category |
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| Final Merit | Based on total marks in Written Exam and Interview |
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How to Apply
- Visit the OPSC website and read the full advertisement before applying
- Apply online only through the OPSC portal; applications via other modes will be rejected
- Upload self-attested copies of all required documents as per Para-11 of the notification
- Review all documents available on the OPSC portal before filling the form
- Fill the automated online form with accurate information; edit option is limited and no changes allowed after submission
- Upload scanned passport-size photograph (latest, unsigned, unattested), full signature, and left-hand thumb impression; images must be clearly visible
- Keep at least four copies of the uploaded photograph for future use
- On successful submission, a Permanent Public Service Account Number (PPSAN) will be assigned; take printout of the submitted form and sign the declaration
- Submit the online form well in advance to avoid last-minute delays
- Download your Admission Certificate from the OPSC website before the exam date and produce it at the examination centre
Documents to Upload During Application
- H.S.C. or equivalent certificate (for age declaration)
- Intermediate/+2 Examination Certificate
- B.F.Sc. Degree Certificate from recognized University
- Mark-lists for all examinations (H.S.C. to B.F.Sc.) including fail marks if any
- Fishery Registration Certificate
- Odia Test Pass Certificate
- Caste Certificate by birth (SC/ST candidates only)
- Four recent passport-size photographs (unsigned, unattested)
- Release Certificate (Ex-Servicemen only)
- Affidavit undertaking (Ex-Servicemen only)
- Permanent Disability Certificate indicating 40% or more disability (PwD candidates only)
- Proof of identity (Aadhaar/EPIC/DL/Passport/PAN Card)
- Note: Candidates with grade marks must submit conversion certificate from the University showing equivalent percentage. Candidates must mention actual marks in each semester/annual examination in the form (excluding extra optional paper marks).
Important Points
- Incomplete applications will be rejected without correspondence
- Admission to Written Exam and Viva Voce Test is provisional; rejection at any stage if eligibility conditions are not met
- SC/ST concessions by birth only for Odisha residents
- Community/Caste status once entered cannot be changed
- Misrepresentation or suppression of information will result in cancellation of candidature or penalty
- Government servants must inform their Head of Office in writing and obtain a No Objection Certificate
- Candidates debarred by OPSC, other State PSCs, or UPSC are ineligible for the specified period
- Must be of good mental and physical health; medical examination may be prescribed
- Name change after High School requires publication in local newspaper and Gazette
- Forged or manipulated documents will result in debarment from OPSC exams for 3 years
Contact & Support
| Technical Support | 0671-2304707 (10:30 A.M. to 1:30 P.M. and 2:00 P.M. to 5:00 P.M., working days) |
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| Facilitation Counter | 0671-2304141/2305611 & Extn.-207 (10:30 A.M. to 1:30 P.M. and 2:00 P.M. to 5:00 P.M., working days) |
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| Grievance Email | [email protected] (within 7 days of exam completion) |
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| Official Website | http://opsc.gov.in |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which organisation is conducting this?
Odisha Public Service Commission
What are the important dates?
Application Start: 24 July 2026. Application End: 24 August 2026. Written Exam: 26 September 2026. Exam Centres: Kataka, Bhubaneswar (subject to candidate numbers).
What is the application fee?
Examination Fee: Free.
What is the age limit?
Minimum Age: 21 years. Maximum Age: 47 years. Date of Birth Range: 2 January 1979 to 1 January 2005. Age Relaxation for PwD: 10 years additional (40% or more disability, SC/ST categories only).
How many vacancies are there?
Scheduled Caste (SC): 1. Scheduled Tribe (ST): 43. Ex-Servicemen: 1. Persons with Disabilities (Cat-I Visually Impaired): 1. Persons with Disabilities (Cat-II Hearing Impaired): 1.
What qualification is required?
Degree Required: Bachelor's Degree in Fishery Science (B.F.Sc.) from a recognized University in India or abroad. Odia Language: Must be able to read, write and speak Odia; passed Middle School with Odia as language subject, OR Matriculation with Odia as medium, OR Class-VII with Odia as language subject, OR Middle English School Standard Odia test.
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