How to Apply for OPSC ASO Exam 2026 - Step by Step Online Form Guide
Complete guide to fill the OPSC Assistant Section Officer (ASO) online application (Advt. No. 15 of 2026-27): documents, photo and signature size, fee, steps and common mistakes.
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OPSC ASO 2026 - Key Details
| Advertisement | No. 15 of 2026-27 - Assistant Section Officer (Group-B) |
| Total posts | 340 (reported; includes 114 for women) |
| Online application | 9 Nov 2026 to 30 Nov 2026 (5:00 PM) |
| Application fee | Rs. 700 for UR / SEBC. SC / ST / PwD: exempted (as reported) |
| Age limit | 21 to 42 years, with the usual relaxation for reserved categories |
| Qualification | Bachelor's degree in any discipline, working knowledge of computer, and Odia language (read, write, speak) |
| Selection | Written exam (400 marks) and Computer Skill Test (50 marks, qualifying) |
| Where to apply | opsconline.gov.in (also reachable from opsc.gov.in > Apply Online) |
Before You Start - Checklist
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How to Apply Online - Step by Step
Go to opsc.gov.in and click Apply Online, or open opsconline.gov.in directly.
New user: complete One Time Registration with your email and mobile number to get your registration / PPSAN number. Already registered: log in.
Choose Advt. No. 15 of 2026-27 - Assistant Section Officer.
Enter personal details, address, category (UR / SEBC / SC / ST), qualification and Odia language proof carefully. Name and date of birth must match your 10th certificate.
Select your preferred exam zones in Odisha. Zones cannot be changed after submission (as reported).
Upload photo, signature, left thumb impression and any certificate asked. Use JPG files in the required size - resize them free with our photo, signature & PDF resizer.
Enter bank details if asked (used for refund). UR / SEBC candidates pay the fee as shown on the portal. SC / ST / PwD are exempted.
Preview the whole form, correct mistakes, then submit. You will get a registration number on screen and by SMS / email.
Download and print the application form and keep it with your payment proof. Send a hard copy only if the advertisement asks for it.
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Documents Required
| Document | Why it is needed |
|---|---|
| Passport size photo, signature, left thumb impression | Mandatory uploads (JPG) |
| 10th (HSC) certificate | Date of birth and Odia language proof |
| Graduation certificate and marksheet | Bachelor's degree in any discipline is compulsory |
| Odia proof | Odia as a subject in 10th, or the M.E. standard Odia language test certificate |
| Caste certificate (SC / ST / SEBC) | For reservation. For SEBC, the certificate should be recent as per the notification (reports mention on or after 10.11.2023) |
| PwD / Ex-serviceman / Sports certificate | Only if you claim the benefit |
Photo, Signature & Thumb Size
| Document | Common size | File size | Format |
|---|---|---|---|
| Photo | 200 × 240 px | 25 - 100 KB | JPG |
| Signature | 140 × 60 px | 10 - 50 KB | JPG |
| Left thumb impression | 240 × 240 px | 10 - 50 KB | JPG |
Common Mistakes to Avoid
- Blurred photo or signature, which can lead to rejection.
- Name or date of birth different from the 10th certificate.
- Wrong category selected - you cannot easily correct it later.
- Wrong exam zones, because zones cannot be changed after submission.
- Submitting more than one application or applying at the last minute.
- Not saving the PDF and the registration number.
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