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OPSC ASO Recruitment 2025: 29 Vacancies in Advocate General's Office, Apply Online Now!
The Odisha Public Service Commission (OPSC) has officially 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, Cuttack. This is a golden opportunity for graduates looking to secure a stable and prestigious government job in Odisha.
Vacancy Details
A total of 29 ASO posts are up for grabs. The distribution is as follows:
| Category | Vacancies | Women |
|---|---|---|
| Unreserved (UR) | 10 | 3 |
| Scheduled Caste (SC) | 8 | 3 |
| Scheduled Tribe (ST) | 11 | 4 |
Additional reservations include:
- 1 Post for PwD (minimum 40% permanent disability, Category III)
- 1 Post for Ex-Servicemen
Pay Scale & Benefits
Selected candidates will get a starting pay of Rs. 35,400/- (Level 9, Cell 1 as per ORSP Rules, 2017) along with other allowances sanctioned by the Odisha Government from time to time. This includes Dearness Allowance (DA), House Rent Allowance (HRA), and other benefits. It's a solid deal with pension under NPS too!
Eligibility Criteria
Age Limit:
- Minimum: 21 years
- Maximum: 32 years as of 01.01.2025
Relaxation:
- 5 years for SC/ST/Women/Ex-Servicemen
- 10 years for PwD
- 15 years for PwD (SC/ST)
Educational Qualification:
- A Bachelor’s Degree in any discipline from a recognized university.
- Knowledge of computer applications is mandatory.
Selection Process
The selection will be based on two stages:
- Written Examination (Objective MCQs) – 400 Marks
- Paper I: General Awareness (100 marks)
- Paper II: Reasoning & Mathematics (100 marks)
- Paper III: English and Odia Language (200 marks)
- Negative Marking: 0.25 marks per wrong answer
- Computer Skill Test (Qualifying) – 50 Marks
- You must score at least 40% to qualify this stage.
Final merit will be based only on written exam scores. Skill test is just qualifying in nature.
Exam Centers
The exam will be held at six zones across Odisha: Balasore, Berhampur, Bhubaneswar, Cuttack, Jeypore, Sambalpur
You can choose 2 zones during application. But final allocation will be done based on availability.
Important Dates
- Online Application Start Date: 09 May 2025
- Last Date to Apply: 09 June 2025 (till 5:00 PM)
- Written Exam Date: Tentatively 27 July 2025 (Sunday)
How to Apply Online
- Visit the official website: www.opsc.gov.in
- Register yourself with basic details
- Fill the application form and upload:
- Passport photo
- Signature
- Left thumb impression (LTI)
- No application fee is required!
- Download the final submitted form for future reference
Documents Required at Verification
- 10th Certificate (Age proof)
- Degree Certificate + Marksheets
- Caste Certificate (SC/ST)
- PwD Certificate (if applicable)
- Ex-Serviceman Certificate (if applicable)
- No Objection Certificate (for govt employees)
- Odia language test proof
- Valid ID proof (Aadhaar, EPIC, PAN, etc.)
Why You Should Apply
- Zero Application Fee
- Reputed Group-B government job
- Equal opportunity for men and women
- Simple, MCQ-based selection
- Excellent job security & promotion scope
Tips to Crack the Exam
- Focus more on General Awareness and English
- Practice daily MCQs and mock tests
- Revise 10th-level Maths & basic computer skills
- Time management is key—avoid negative marks!
Conclusion
The OPSC ASO 2025 recruitment is a great opportunity for those seeking a fulfilling career in the Odisha government sector. With 29 vacancies, simplified selection, and no exam fee, there’s every reason to go for it!
Don't wait till the last date. Apply early and start preparing today!
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