OPSC ASO Recruitment 2025 Notification Out for 29 Vacancies @opsc.gov.in

OPSC has released the OPSC ASO Recruitment 2025 Notification on 1st May 2025. Apply online for OPSC ASO Recruitment 2025! 29 Assistant Section Officer vacancies are open for graduates with computer knowledge.

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The Odisha Public Service Commission (OPSC) formally issued the OPSC ASO Recruitment 2025 Notification on 1st May 2025 to fill 29 posts of Assistant Section Officer (ASO) in the Office of the Advocate General, Odisha, Cuttack. This recruitment is a great chance for graduates looking for a safe and dignified government job in Odisha. Online registration will start on the official website, www.opsc.gov.in, from 9th May 2025 until 9th June 2025.

OPSC ASO Recruitment 2025 Overview

OPSC ASO Recruitment 2025 has been invited for 29 posts in the Office of the Advocate General, Odisha. The Odisha Public Service Commission (OPSC) issued the advertisement on 1st May 2025, and online applications will be accepted from 9th May to 9th June 2025. Suitable graduates with computer skills may apply online at www.opsc.gov.in. The written examination will be held on 27th July 2025, and a qualifying skill test will be conducted afterwards.

Particulars	Details
Conducting Body	Odisha Public Service Commission (OPSC)
Post Name	Assistant Section Officer (ASO)
Department	Office of the Advocate General, Odisha, Cuttack
Advertisement Number	02 of 2025-26
Total Vacancies	29
Mode of Application	Online
Application Dates	9th May to 9th June 2025
Job Location	Odisha
Salary	₹35,400/- (Level-9, Cell-1) + DA & other allowances
Selection Process	Written Exam & Skill Test
Official Website	www.opsc.gov.in

OPSC ASO Recruitment 2025 Notification PDF

The OPSC ASO Notification 2025 PDF has been officially published by the Odisha Public Service Commission (OPSC) on 1st May 2025. The notification contains all the details regarding the 29 Assistant Section Officer (ASO) posts, such as eligibility criteria, important dates, selection process, exam pattern, and application process. Candidates are requested to go through the notification carefully before applying online to make sure they fulfill all the requirements.

Download OPSC ASO Notification 2025 PDF

How to Download OPSC ASO Recruitment 2025 Notification PDF?

To download the OPSC ASO Recruitment 2025 Notification PDF, follow these steps:

Visit the Official Website: Go to the Odisha Public Service Commission’s official website at www.opsc.gov.in.
Navigate to ‘What’s New’ Section: On the homepage, locate the “What’s New” section, which lists the latest notifications and advertisements.
Find the ASO Recruitment Notification: Look for the entry titled “Advertisement for Recruitment to the Posts of Asst. Section Officer in the office of The Advocate General, Odisha, Cuttack (Advt. No. 02 of 2025-26)” dated 01 May 2025.
Download the PDF: Click on the “View Pdf” link next to the advertisement to open and download the official notification.

Important Dates for OPSC ASO Recruitment 2025

Odisha Public Service Commission (OPSC) has announced the dates of relevance for the OPSC ASO Recruitment 2025 and the notification. Interested applicants who want to apply for the Assistant Section Officer (ASO) position should be aware of deadlines so that they can send their application in time. The online application will be available from 9th May 2025, and the examination will take place on 27th July 2025. The following is the whole timeline for reference purposes:

Event	Date
Notification Release Date	1st May 2025
Online Application Start Date	9th May 2025
Last Date to Apply Online	9th June 2025 (up to 5 PM)
Written Exam Date	27th July 2025 (Sunday)

OPSC ASO Vacancy 2025 – Category-wise Distribution

OPSC has announced 29 ASO vacancies with 10 posts reserved for women.

Category	Total Vacancies	Reserved for Women
Unreserved (UR)	10	3
Scheduled Caste	08	3
Scheduled Tribe	11	4
Total	29	10

OPSC ASO 2025 Eligibility Criteria

Age Limit (As on 01.01.2025):

Minimum: 21 years
Maximum: 32 years
Born between 02.01.1993 and 01.01.2004 (both dates inclusive)
Age Relaxation:
- SC/ST/Women/Ex-Servicemen: 5 years
- PwD: 10 years (15 years for SC/ST PwDs)

Educational Qualification:

Must hold a Bachelor’s Degree in any discipline from a recognized university
Knowledge in computer applications is mandatory

OPSC ASO 2025 Selection Process

The selection will be done in two stages:

1. Written Examination (Objective Type – MCQs):

Paper	Subject	Marks	Duration
Paper I	General Awareness	100	1.5 hours
Paper II-A	Reasoning & Mental Ability	50
Paper II-B	Mathematics (10th level)	50	1.5 hours
Paper III-A	English Language	100
Paper III-B	Odia Language	100	2 hours
Total	—	400	—

Negative Marking: 0.25 marks per wrong answer
Qualifying Marks:
- UR: 35% per paper
- SC/ST/PwD: 30% per paper

2. Computer Skill Test (Qualifying Only):

Duration: 1 hour
Marks: 50
Minimum Qualifying: 40% (20 marks)

OPSC ASO 2025 : Zones of Examination

Candidates must choose two exam zones while applying. Exam will be held in:

Balasore
Berhampur
Bhubaneswar
Cuttack
Jeypore
Sambalpur

Required Documents for Verification Of OPSC ASO 2025

Candidates shortlisted after the written test must present:

HSC Certificate (for date of birth)
Bachelor’s Degree Certificate
Mark sheets (HSC & Graduation)
Caste Certificate (if applicable)
PwD Certificate (if applicable)
Odia Language Proof
Identity Proof (Aadhaar/Voter ID etc.)
NOC (for Govt. employees)

How to Apply for OPSC ASO Recruitment 2025

Visit https://www.opsc.gov.in
Register with a valid email ID and mobile number.
Fill the online application form carefully.
Upload your photo, signature, and left-hand thumb impression.
Submit the form and save your Permanent Public Service Account Number (PPSAN).

Note: No examination fee is required for any category.

OPSC ASO Exam 2025 Important Instructions

Application is online only. No offline forms are accepted.
Incomplete/incorrect forms will be rejected without notice.
Candidates must bring all original documents at the time of document verification.
Using unfair means or impersonation will lead to legal action and debarment.