| ADVERTISEMENT NO. 02 0F 2025-26,Assistant Section Officer (Group-B) in the Office of the Advocate General The Odisha Public Service Commission (OPSC) has released Advertisement No. 02 of 2025-26 inviting online applications for the post of Assistant Section Officer (ASO) (Group-B) in the Office of the Advocate General, Odisha, Cuttack. This recruitment drive aims to fill 29 vacancies, offering a Level-9 pay matrix as per ORSP Rules, 2017. The recruitment includes a written examination and a skill test in computer applications. The online application process will be open from 09.05.2025 to 09.06.2025. |
Odisha Public Service Commission ASO Recruitment Details
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Recruiting Body | Odisha Public Service Commission (OPSC) |
| Post Name | Assistant Section Officer (ASO) (Group-B) |
| Department | Office of the Advocate General, Odisha, Cuttack |
| Advertisement No. | 02 of 2025-26 |
| Total Vacancies | 29 posts |
| Category-wise Vacancy | UR: 10 (03-women), SC: 08 (03-women), ST: 11 (04-women) |
| Reserved for PwD | 01 Post (Category-III) – 40% or more permanent disability |
| Reserved for Ex-Servicemen | 01 Post |
| Scale of Pay | ₹35,400/- (Level-9, Cell-1 of ORSP Rules, 2017) + DA & Allowances as per Odisha Govt. norms |
| Age Limit | 21–32 years as of 01.01.2025 (Born between 02.01.1993 and 01.01.2004) |
| Age Relaxation | As per Govt. rules for SC/ST/PwD/Ex-Servicemen |
| Educational Qualification | Bachelor’s Degree in any discipline + Adequate knowledge in Computer Application |
| Examination Fee | Exempted for all candidates as per GA & PG Department Notification No. 9897/Gen., dated 11.04.2022 |
| Selection Process | 1. Written Examination (MCQ) – 400 Marks 2. Computer Skill Test (Qualifying) – 50 Marks |
| Written Exam Structure | Paper I – General Awareness (100 marks) Paper II – Reasoning (50) + Mathematics (50) Paper III – English (100) + Odia (100) |
| Negative Marking | 0.25 marks deduction per wrong answer |
| Qualifying Marks in Written Test | UR: 35%, SC/ST/PwD: 30%, Ex-Servicemen: As per category |
| Skill Test | 40% minimum qualifying marks out of 50 (Computer Application – Practical) |
| Final Merit List | Based on total marks in Written Examination only |
| Date of Written Exam (Tentative) | 27th July 2025 (Sunday) |
| Examination Zones | Balasore, Berhampur, Bhubaneswar, Cuttack, Jeypore, Sambalpur (Candidates to select 2 zones in order of preference) |
| Online Application Dates | Start: 09.05.2025 End: 09.06.2025 (Till 5:00 PM) |
| Official Website | www.opsc.gov.in |
| Appointing Authority | Advocate General, Odisha |
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q1: What is the last date to apply for OPSC ASO Recruitment 2025?
A: The last date to submit the online application is 9th June 2025 till 5:00 PM.
Q2: How many vacancies are available for the ASO post?
A: There are 29 total vacancies, including reservations for SC, ST, Women, Ex-Servicemen, and PwD.
Q3: What is the salary for the Assistant Section Officer post?
A: The pay is ₹35,400/- in Level-9 (Cell-1) of the ORSP Rules, 2017 along with dearness and other allowances.
Q4: Is there any application fee?
A: No, all categories are exempted from paying the examination fee.
Q5: What is the mode of selection for the ASO post?
A: Selection will be based on a Written Test (MCQ type) and a qualifying Computer Skill Test.
Q6: What is the exam date for the ASO post?
A: The tentative date of the written examination is 27th July 2025 (Sunday).
Q7: Are candidates allowed to change the examination zone once selected?
A: No, requests for change of zone/centre will not be entertained once submitted.
Q8: Is there any qualifying mark for the Skill Test?
A: Yes, candidates must secure at least 40% marks in the Computer Skill Test to qualify.
Q9: What subjects are included in the written exam?
A: The written exam covers General Awareness, Reasoning, Mathematics, English, and Odia.
Q10: Can graduates from any discipline apply?
A: Yes, candidates with a Bachelor’s Degree in any discipline along with basic computer knowledge are eligible.
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