The Odisha Public Service Commission (OPSC) has announced the recruitment for the position of Assistant Section Officer (ASO) for the year 2025. This recruitment offers an excellent opportunity for individuals seeking a career in the administrative services of the Government of Odisha.
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Vacancy Details :
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Total Vacancies: 29
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Post: Assistant Section Officer
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Organization: Odisha Public Service Commission (OPSC)
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Application Mode: Online
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Official Website: opsc.gov.in
Eligibility Criteria
Educational Qualification
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Essential: A Bachelor's Degree in any discipline from a recognized university.
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Desirable: Adequate knowledge in computer applications.
Age Limit
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Minimum Age: 21 years
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Maximum Age: 32 years
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Age Relaxation: Applicable as per government norms.
Pay Scale
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Salary: ₹35,400/- per month (Level 9, Cell 1 as per the Pay Matrix)
Selection Process
The selection process for the ASO position involves two main stages:
(a) The Competitive Examination for recruitment to the posts of Assistant Section Officer will be conducted in the following successive stages:
(i) Written Examination (Objective Type -Multiple Choice Questions) -400 marks
(ii) Skill Test in Computer (Practical-Qualifying) -50 marks
(b) The written examination shall comprise of three (03) Papers canying a total of 400 marks.
(c) The details of the Scheme and Syllabus of the Examination are mentioned in Appendix -I appended to the advertisement.
(d) Except the Skill Test in Computer Application (Practical), the questions in all other Subjects/ Papers shall be Of Multiple-Choice type and all questions will carry equal marks i.e., 01.
(e) For each wrong answer 0.25 marks shall be deducted from the marks awarded for correct answers.
(f) The Commission has fixed qualifying mark for each Of the 03 (three) Papers of Written Examination (Paper -I, Paper -11 & Paper -Ill) as follows: - UR- 35% SC/ ST/ PWD - 30 % Ex-Servicemen - The qualifying marks Of the respective category will be applicable for them. A candidate has to secure qualifying mark as above in each Of the 03 I Three) papers to go to the next level of the recruitment process, i.e., the Skill Test.
(g) The candidates who obtain qualifying marks in the Written Examination as fixed by the Commission at Sub-Para -(f) above will be shortlisted 1.5 times of the advertised vacancy in each category as per merit for the Skill Test.
(h) Only those candidates who have been short listed after the Written Test shall be called for the Skill Test in Computer (Practical) by the Commission as provided at Appendix - I, which shall be of qualifying nature. One has to secure at least forty percent (40%) of the total marks in the Skill Test to qualify it.
(i) Final ranking of the candidates who qualify the Skill Test shall be on the basis of aggregate marks secured in the Written Examination (400 marks).
j) ln case of candidates securing same marks in the aggregate the candidate securing higher marks in General Knowledge (Paper -I) shall rank above others.
(k) In case the marks secured in General Knowledge (Paper - I) is also the same, final ranking shall be determined on the basis of age i.e., the person older in age shall be placed above the younger.
Application Procedure
- Step-by-Step Guide
Visit the Official Website: Go to opsc.gov.in.
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Register Online: Click on the 'Apply Online' link and complete the One-Time Registration (OTR) process.
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Fill Application Form: Log in using your credentials and fill in the required personal and educational details.
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Upload Documents: Attach scanned copies of necessary documents, including:
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Passport-sized Photograph
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Signature
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Educational Certificates
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Identity Proof
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Pay Application Fee: ₹500/- for General/OBC candidates; no fee for SC/ST/PwD candidates.
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Submit Application: Review all details and submit the application form.
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Print Confirmation: Take a printout of the submitted application for future reference.
Exam Pattern & Syllabus
Written Examination
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Paper I: General Awareness, Reasoning, and Mental Ability
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Total Questions: 100
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Marks: 100
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Duration: 1.5 hours
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Paper II: English and Odia Language Tests
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Total Questions: 100 (50 each for English and Odia)
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Marks: 100
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Duration: 2 hours
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Skill Test
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Computer Application Test: 50 marks (qualifying in nature)
Additional Information
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Language Proficiency: Candidates must be able to read, write, and speak Odia fluently.
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Health Requirements: Candidates should be of sound health, free from any physical defects.
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Marital Status: Candidates with more than one spouse living are not eligible.
Important Dates
Online Application Start Date: 9th May 2025
Online Application End Date: 9th June 2025
Examination Date (Tentative): 27th July 2025
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IMPORTANT POINTS
(i) At present, only the online applications are invited from candidates for admission to the written examination for A.S.Os. After declaration of result of written examination, the candidates who qualify in the written examination will be required to submit the print out hard copy of online application form, along with the photocopies of the other documents as stated under Para-11 of this advertisement along with originals on the date of verification of original certificates/ documents, which will be declared later on in due course, for consideration of their eligibility for admission to the Skill Test in Computer (Practical).
(ii) A candidate found guifty of seeking support for his/her candidature by offering illegal gratification or applying pressure on any person connected with the conduct of the recruitment process or found indulging in any type of malpractice in course of the selection or otherwise, shall , i n add it ion to rendering himself/herself liable to criminal prosecution, be disqualified not only for the recruitment for which he/she is a candidate, but also may be debarred, either permanently or fora specified period, from any recruitment or selection to be conducted by the Commission;
(iii) The provisions of the odisha conduct of Examination Act 1988 (OdishaAct-2 of 1988) are applicable to the examination conducted by the Odisha Public Service Commission.
OPSC Assistant Section Officer Recruitment 2025 – Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
1. What is the OPSC ASO Recruitment 2025 about?
The Odisha Public Service Commission (OPSC) is recruiting 29 Assistant Section Officers in 2025. The role involves administrative and clerical duties in various government departments.2. How many vacancies are there for the ASO post?
There are 29 vacancies in total.3. What is the official website to apply?
Candidates must apply online through https://www.opsc.gov.in.4. What is the last date to apply for the ASO post?
The last date to apply online is 9th June 2025.5. When does the application process start?
The application process starts on 9th May 2025.6. What is the minimum qualification required?
A Bachelor’s Degree in any discipline from a recognized university is required.7. Is computer knowledge necessary for this post?
Yes, basic knowledge of computer applications is desirable.8. What is the age limit to apply?
Candidates must be between 21 and 32 years as on 01-01-2025. Age relaxation is available for reserved categories as per government rules.9. Can final-year students apply?
No, candidates must have completed their graduation before the closing date.10. What is the salary for the ASO post?
The salary is ₹35,400/- per month as per Level 9 of the Pay Matrix.11. Are there any allowances apart from the basic pay?
Yes, ASOs are eligible for DA, HRA, and other allowances as per Odisha government rules.12. How can I apply for the ASO position?
You must apply online via https://www.opsc.gov.in between 9th May and 9th June 2025.13. Is there an application fee?
No, application fee is exempted for all categories as per the latest notification.14. Do I need to upload any documents during application?
Yes, you need to upload:-
A passport-size photograph
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Signature
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Educational certificates
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Caste/Disability certificate (if applicable)
15. Can I make corrections after submitting the form?
No changes are allowed after submission, so double-check all details before submitting.16. What is the selection process?
The selection consists of:-
Written Examination
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Skill Test (Computer Proficiency Test)
17. What subjects are included in the written exam?
The written exam includes:-
General Awareness
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Reasoning & Mental Ability
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English Language
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Odia Language
18. What is the exam date for OPSC ASO 2025?
The tentative date is 27th July 2025.19. Is there any negative marking in the exam?
The official notice does not mention negative marking. However, candidates are advised to wait for the detailed syllabus/exam pattern.20. What is the qualifying mark for the skill test?
The skill test is qualifying in nature, and candidates must score at least 40% to pass.