Kamal Ghorui
Odisha Public Service Commission (OPSC) has officially announced the interview schedule for the Odisha Civil Services Examination (OCS) 2026, bringing the selection process closer to its final stage.According to the notification, the personality test and document verification will be conducted from May 14 to May 20, 2026. The sessions will take place at the Commission’s office in Cuttack.Candidates who have successfully cleared the mains examination are eligible for this round. They can download the detailed interview schedule in PDF format by visiting the official website of OPSC at opsc.gov.in.The OCS recruitment is one of the most competitive state-level examinations in Odisha, aimed at filling posts across key administrative services such as the Odisha Administrative Service, Odisha Police Service, Odisha Revenue Service, and other allied departments under the state government.The selection process is conducted in three stages. First is the Preliminary Examination, which serves as a screening test. This is followed by the Main Examination, which is descriptive in nature and tests candidates in depth across various subjects. The final stage is the Interview or Personality Test, which assesses the candidate’s overall suitability for civil services roles.The mains examination for the 2026 cycle was conducted between January 31 and February 10, 2026. With the interview schedule now released, candidates are advised to prepare their documents and stay updated through the official portal for any further instructions.
