OPSC Veterinary Assistant Surgeon Vacancy 2025
🐾 OPSC Veterinary Assistant Surgeon Recruitment 2025 – Apply Online for 506 Posts
Recruiting Authority: Odisha Public Service Commission (OPSC)
Vacancy: Veterinary Assistant Surgeon / Additional VAS
Total Posts: 506 (including 167 reserved for women)
Advt. No.: 04 of 2025‑26
Official Website: opsc.gov.in
🗓 Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Released | 21 June 2025 |
| Online Application Opens | 01 July 2025 (from morning) |
| Last Date to Apply Online | 31 July 2025 (by 05:00 PM) |
| Written Exam Scheduled | 31 August 2025 (Sunday) |
🎓 Eligibility Criteria
| Requirement | Details |
|---|---|
| Education | BVSc & AH degree from a recognized institute; foreign degrees require VCI certificate |
| Veterinary Registration | Valid registration under the Odisha Veterinary Practitioners Act, 1970 |
| Age Limit (as on 01‑01‑2025) | 21–42 years (born between 02/01/1983 and 01/01/2004); relaxations apply |
| Language Requirement | Should be proficient in Odia language |
💰 Salary Structure
- Initial Pay: ₹56,100 per month (Level 12, Cell 1 under ORSP Rules, 2017)
- Benefits: Additional Dearness Allowance and other government-sanctioned allowances
📝 Selection Process
- Written Examination – Objective type (MCQ), total 800 marks
- Paper I: Veterinary Science – 200 Qs, 400 marks, 2½ hours
- Paper II: Animal Science – 200 Qs, 400 marks, 2½ hours
- Document Verification – Shortlisted candidates (typically 2x vacancies)
- Final Merit List – Based solely on written exam marks
🧭 How to Apply Online
| Step | Instructions |
|---|---|
| 1 | Visit OPSC’s official website: opsc.gov.in |
| 2 | Register for and log in using your PPSAN (Permanent Public Service Account Number) |
| 3 | Read the official notification (Advt No. 04/2025‑26) carefully |
| 4 | Enter required details and upload supporting documents (photo, signature, thumb impression, Odia certificate, etc.) |
| 5 | Submit the form and save/print the confirmation for your records |
🔗 Important Links
Purpose |
Link |
|---|---|
| Official Notification PDF | Available on opsc.gov.in |
| Apply Online (From 01 July) | [opsc.gov.in → Recruitment Section] |
| Government Job Updates | Available at FreeJobAlert |
❓ Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
OPSC Veterinary Assistant Surgeon Recruitment 2025 – 506 Posts
🔹 Q1. What is the OPSC Veterinary Assistant Surgeon Recruitment 2025?
A: It is a state-level recruitment drive by the Odisha Public Service Commission (OPSC) to fill 506 posts of Veterinary Assistant Surgeon/Additional VAS under the Fisheries & Animal Resources Development Department.
🔹 Q2. How many vacancies are available?
A: There are 506 total vacancies, including 167 posts reserved for women.
🔹 Q3. What is the eligibility for this post?
A: Candidates must:
- Hold a B.V.Sc. & A.H. degree from a recognized university.
- Be registered under the Odisha Veterinary Practitioners Act, 1970.
- Have proficiency in the Odia language.
🔹 Q4. What is the age limit?
A: The age limit is 21 to 42 years as of 01 January 2025. Candidates must be born between 02 January 1983 and 01 January 2004. Relaxations apply to SC/ST/OBC/PwD as per Odisha Govt. rules.
🔹 Q5. What is the application date?
- Online Application Starts: 01 July 2025
- Last Date to Apply: 31 July 2025 (till 5:00 PM)
🔹 Q6. Is there an application fee?
No. OPSC is not charging any application fee for this recruitment.
🔹 Q7. What is the selection process?
- Written Examination (2 papers – 800 marks total)
- Document Verification
- No interview is conducted.
- Final selection is based entirely on the written exam marks.
🔹 Q8. When is the written exam scheduled?
The written exam is scheduled for 31 August 2025 (Sunday).
🔹 Q9. What is the salary for this post?
Selected candidates will receive a salary of ₹56,100 per month in Pay Level 12, along with standard allowances.
🔹 Q10. Where can I apply?
: You can apply online through the official OPSC website: www.opsc.gov.in