⚠️ Early notice: Applications are expected to open on 06-11-2026. This page will be updated automatically once full details are released.
OPSC (Odisha Public Service Commission), Cuttack invites online applications for 89 posts across 10 forensic and science-related roles under Advertisement No. 14 OF 2026-27. Applications open from 06-11-2026 to 26-11-2026. Candidates must hold a relevant postgraduate/master’s degree with at least 55% marks, be aged between 21 and 42 years (as on 01-01-2026), and meet Odia language requirements. Pay is Rs. 44,900 (Level 10, Cell-1). Selection is by written examination (Paper I & II) and a personality test. Application fee for candidates other than SC/ST/PwD is Rs. 700.
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Vacancy Details
- Physics: 7 vacancies
Qualification: Master’s Degree in Physics or Applied Physics or Electronics with Physics or Integrated M.Sc. in Physics or Forensic Science with Forensic Physics or Ballistics- UR: 4
- OBC: 0
- SC: 1
- ST: 2
- EWS: 0
- PWD: 0
- Ballistics: 6 vacancies
Qualification: Master’s Degree in Physics or Applied Physics or Mathematics or Applied Mathematics or Integrated M.Sc. in Physics or Mathematics or Forensic Science- UR: 3
- OBC: 1
- SC: 0
- ST: 2
- EWS: 0
- PWD: 0
- Chemistry: 10 vacancies
Qualification: Master’s Degree in Chemistry or Analytical Chemistry or Applied Chemistry or Bio-chemistry or Pharmaceutical Chemistry or Pharmaceutical Quality Assurance or Forensic Science- UR: 4
- OBC: 0
- SC: 3
- ST: 3
- EWS: 0
- PWD: 0
- Toxicology: 13 vacancies
Qualification: Master’s Degree in Chemistry or Analytical Chemistry or Applied Chemistry or Forensic Science with Forensic Chemistry or Toxicology- UR: 8
- OBC: 0
- SC: 3
- ST: 2
- EWS: 0
- PWD: 1
- Biology: 14 vacancies
Qualification: Master’s Degree in Zoology or Microbiology or Life Science or Genetics or Biotechnology or Biochemistry or Molecular Biology or Forensic Science with Forensic Biology or Serology or DNA- UR: 6
- OBC: 2
- SC: 4
- ST: 2
- EWS: 0
- PWD: 1
- Serology: 4 vacancies
Qualification: Master’s Degree in Zoology or Microbiology or Life Science or Genetics or Biotechnology or Biochemistry or Molecular Biology or Forensic Science with Forensic Biology or Serology or DNA- UR: 3
- OBC: 0
- SC: 1
- ST: 0
- EWS: 0
- PWD: 0
- DNA: 12 vacancies
Qualification: Master’s Degree in Zoology or Biotechnology or Genetics or Biochemistry or Molecular Biology or Microbiology or Life Sciences or Forensic Science with Forensic Biology or Serology or DNA- UR: 6
- OBC: 1
- SC: 2
- ST: 3
- EWS: 0
- PWD: 0
- Forensic Psychology: 6 vacancies
Qualification: Master’s Degree in Psychology or Forensic Psychology with Psychology as Honours or principal subjects at Bachelor’s level- UR: 3
- OBC: 1
- SC: 0
- ST: 1
- EWS: 1
- PWD: 1
- Cyber Forensic: 11 vacancies
Qualification: Master’s Degree in Computer Science or Computer Science and Engineering or Information Technology or Cyber Security or Computer Application or Digital Forensic or Forensic Science with Specialization in Cyber Forensics- UR: 5
- OBC: 2
- SC: 2
- ST: 2
- EWS: 0
- PWD: 0
- Document: 6 vacancies
Qualification: Master’s Degree in Physics or Chemistry or Forensic Science with Chemistry or Physics as one of the subjects at Bachelor of Science level- UR: 3
- OBC: 1
- SC: 0
- ST: 1
- EWS: 1
- PWD: 1
Qualification Requirements
Post Graduate / Master’s Degree in the relevant discipline with minimum 55% marks. Post-wise qualifications are specified (e.g., Master’s in Physics/Applied Physics/Electronics with Physics for Physics; Master’s in Chemistry or allied specializations for Chemistry; Master’s in Zoology/Microbiology/Genetics/Biotechnology/Biochemistry/Molecular Biology or Forensic Science for Biology/Serology/DNA; Master’s in Psychology/Forensic Psychology for Forensic Psychology; Master’s in Computer Science/Computer Science & Engineering/Information Technology/Cyber Security/Computer Application/Digital Forensic or Forensic Science with specialization in Cyber Forensics for Cyber Forensic; and related specified qualifications for Ballistics, Toxicology and Document). Candidates must also be able to speak, read and write Odia and have passed M.E. School or higher with Odia as a language subject or equivalent and must be Indian citizens.
Age Limits
- Minimum Age: 21 years
- Maximum Age: 42 years
Application Fees
- Candidates other than SC, ST, and PwD category: ₹700
Selection Process
- Written Examination: Objective type MCQ exam consisting of Paper-I (100 marks) and Paper-II (300 marks). There is negative marking: 25% deduction for each wrong answer.
- Personality Test / Viva Voce: A viva voce / personality test carrying 50 marks conducted after the written exam.
How to Apply
- Read the full advertisement available on the OPSC website before filling the form.
- Apply online through the OPSC website https://www.opsc.gov.in.
- Upload scanned images of latest passport size photograph, full signature and left-hand thumb impression (LTI).
- Submit the online application well in advance without waiting for the closing date.
- Apply on or before 26 November 2026 and pay the fee online by the last date.
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Important Dates
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- Closing Date for Submission of Online Application:
- Date of Written Examination:
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the minimum educational eligibility for these posts?
Candidates must have a Post Graduate / Master’s Degree in the relevant discipline with a minimum of 55% marks. Post-wise specific master’s qualifications are listed in the notification (for example, Master’s in Physics for Physics posts, Master’s in Chemistry for Chemistry posts, etc.).
How do I apply for OPSC Recruitment 2026?
Apply online through the OPSC website (https://www.opsc.gov.in). Upload scanned passport photograph, full signature and left-hand thumb impression and submit the form before 26 November 2026.
What is the last date to apply for these posts?
The closing date for submission of online applications is 26-11-2026. Registration and fee payment opened on 06-11-2026.
What is the selection process for these vacancies?
Selection is by a Written Examination (Paper-I 100 marks and Paper-II 300 marks) followed by a Personality Test / Viva Voce carrying 50 marks. The written papers are objective MCQs with negative marking of 25% for each wrong answer.
What is the pay scale/salary for these posts?
The pay is Rs. 44,900 in Level 10, Cell -1 of the Pay Matrix.
