OPSC Language Officer Recruitment 2026
OPSC LANGUAGE OFFICER RECRUITMENT 2026
Odisha Public Service Commission – Advertisement No. 03 of 2026-27
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Organization
OPSC
Department
Law Department, Govt. of Odisha
Last Date
03rd August 2026
Total Vacancies
03
Total Vacancies
03
UR-02 (01-W), ST-01
Application Fee
₹700
Refundable (if appear in both papers)
Exam Date
22.11.2026
Sunday
Qualification
Graduation + LLB
with Odia/English as Honours
Vacancy Details
Language Officer (Group-B) – Law Department
Pay Scale
Level-9 (₹35,400/- + allowances)
Total Vacancies
03
UR
02 (01-W)
ST
01
Mode of Selection
Written + Viva-Voce
Vacancies may be subject to change. Reservation for women and ST as per rules.
Eligibility Criteria
- Age Limit: 21 to 42 years as on 01.01.2026 (born between 02.01.1984 and 01.01.2005). Relaxations: ST/Women/Ex-Servicemen – 5 years; PwBD – 10 years (cumulative for ST PwBD).
- Educational Qualification: Graduation with Odia as Honours OR Graduation with English as Honours and Odia as Pass/Compulsory subject OR Post-Graduation in Odia and Graduation in Law (LLB) from a recognized University.
- Experience (for age relaxation up to 45 years): 7 years of service (Group C/B) OR 3 years of service with at least 1 year in translation work in any Department of Government.
- Citizenship: Must be a citizen of India.
- Character & Health: Must be of good character, sound health and free from organic defects.
Documents to be Uploaded
- HSC/Equivalent Certificate (Date of Birth).
- +2/Intermediate Certificate.
- Graduation Certificate (Odia/English Honours or Pass).
- Post-Graduation Certificate (if applicable).
- LLB Degree Certificate (if applicable).
- Mark Sheets of all examinations (with conversion certificate if grades are awarded).
- Caste Certificate (ST – by birth, for Odisha only).
- Disability Certificate (PwBD – 40% or more permanent).
- Ex-Servicemen Release Certificate (as per rules).
- No Objection Certificate (NOC) – if currently employed in Government service.
- Experience Certificate (if claiming age relaxation under Para-4).
- 4 recent passport size photographs (same as uploaded).
- Proof of Identity (Aadhar, Voter ID, PAN, Passport, Driving License).
Upload scanned copies of all documents. Self-attestation required. Original documents must be produced at the time of Document Verification.
Examination Scheme
Paper-I (150 marks) – 2 hours
Translation (English→Odia)100 words
Translation (Odia→English)100 words
Short Essay (English)~150 words
Short Essay (Odia)~150 words
Paper-II (150 marks) – 2 hours
Indian Penal Code, 1860
Code of Civil Procedure, 1908
Code of Criminal Procedure, 1973
Indian Evidence Act, 1872
Viva-Voce (40 marks)
Questions from Prashasan Sabdakosha and general
Qualifying marks: UR – 40%, ST – 35% in Written
Paper-II can be answered in Odia or English. Standard: Degree (Paper-I) and LLB (Paper-II). Subjective type questions.
Important Instructions
- Application Fee: ₹700 for all except SC/ST/PwD (exempted). Fee refunded only to candidates who appear in both papers of Written Examination.
- How to Apply: Online applications only through OPSC website (https://opsc.gov.in) from 03.07.2026 to 03.08.2026 (5:00 PM). No other mode accepted.
- Last Date: 03.08.2026 (5:00 PM) for submission of registered online application.
- Exam Date: 22nd November 2026 (Sunday). Written exam will be held at Cuttack.
- Admit Card: Will be uploaded on the OPSC website. Candidates must download and bring to the exam centre.
- NOC: Government servants must obtain NOC and inform their Head of Office.
- ST Certificate: Only ST by birth of Odisha are eligible. Certificates showing "wife of" not accepted for women.
- Pension: New recruits will be covered under Contributory Pension Scheme (NPS) w.e.f. 01.01.2005.
- Canvassing: Any form of canvassing will result in disqualification.
- Official Website: All updates and corrigendum will be available on https://opsc.gov.in.
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What is the last date to apply?
The last date for submission of online application is 03rd August 2026 up to 5:00 PM.
What is the application fee?
The application fee is ₹700 for all candidates except SC, ST and PwD (who are exempted). The fee is refundable only to candidates who appear in both papers of the Written Examination.
What is the age limit?
Candidates must be between 21 and 42 years as on 01.01.2026. Relaxations: ST/Women/Ex-Servicemen – 5 years; PwBD – 10 years (cumulative for ST PwBD – 15 years).
What are the educational qualifications?
Graduation with Odia as Honours OR Graduation with English as Honours and Odia as Pass/Compulsory OR Post-Graduation in Odia and Graduation in Law (LLB) from a recognized University.
What is the selection process?
Selection is based on Written Examination (Subjective type – 300 marks) followed by Viva-Voce (40 marks). Candidates must secure minimum qualifying marks in Written (UR: 40%, ST: 35%) to be called for Viva.
Where can I find the official notification?
The official notification and all updates are available on the OPSC website: https://opsc.gov.in.
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