OPSC VAS Recruitment 2026: 436 Veterinary Assistant Surgeon Posts
Published: 20 Jul 2026 · Updated: 19 Jul 2026
436 Total Vacancies
Important Dates
| Application Begin | 24 Jul 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 24 Aug 2026 |
| Exam Date | 26 Sept 2026 |
| Notification Date | 18 Jul 2026 |
Application Fee
| SC / ST | ₹0 (Free) |
| PwBD | ₹0 (Free) |
| Sebc | ₹700 |
| Payment Mode | Online through Credit Card, Debit Card, UPI, Net Banking, or Wallet. Fee is refunded to candidates who appear in both papers of the written examination. |
Age Limit & Eligibility
| Minimum Age | 21 years |
| Maximum Age | 47 years |
| Age As On | 01 Jan 2026 |
| Age Relaxation | Candidates must be born between 2 January 1979 and 1 January 2005. Only one benefit of upper age relaxation is allowed as per Odisha government rules. This recruitment is a backlog exercise open only to SEBC, SC and ST candidates; General (Unreserved) category candidates are not eligible. |
| Educational Qualification | Bachelor's degree in Veterinary Science & Animal Husbandry (B.V.Sc. & A.H.) or an equivalent degree from a recognised university, college or institution in India or abroad, along with a valid Registration Certificate under the Odisha Veterinary Practitioners Act, 1970. Candidates holding a foreign degree must possess the conversion certificate recognised by the Veterinary Council of India (VCI). |
Vacancy Details
| Post Name | Total | Gen | OBC | EWS | SC | ST |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Veterinary Assistant Surgeon (VAS) | 436 | — | — | — | 141 | 233 |
How to Apply
- Go to the official OPSC website using the apply-online link given below.
- Open the online Proforma Application for the Veterinary Assistant Surgeon post.
- Enter your personal, educational and category details accurately.
- Upload your caste/category certificate and other required documents.
- Pay the examination fee online if applicable (SC, ST and PwD candidates are exempt).
- Submit the application before the closing date and save a printout for your records.
Selection Process
- Written Examination (Objective Type) consisting of two papers.
- Detailed exam scheme, subjects and syllabus are given in the official OPSC advertisement.
- Candidates who appear in both papers of the written examination get the exam fee refunded.
- Final selection is based on merit in the written examination followed by document verification.
Category-wise Vacancy Breakdown
| Category | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| SEBC | 62 |
| SC | 141 |
| ST | 233 |
| Total | 436 |
All 436 posts are backlog vacancies open only to SEBC, SC and ST candidates. Within this, 144 posts are earmarked for women (horizontal), along with 18 posts for Persons with Disabilities and 4 for Sports Persons, adjusted within their respective categories.
Pay Scale
| Starting Pay | Rs. 56,100 per month (Level-12, Cell-1 of the Pay Matrix under ORSP Rules, 2017) |
| Pay Level | Level-12 of the State Pay Matrix |
| Dearness Allowance | As sanctioned by the Government of Odisha |
| Other Allowances | House Rent Allowance and other allowances as applicable |
Important Notes
- This is a backlog recruitment restricted to SEBC, SC and ST candidates only; General category candidates cannot apply.
- Job location is across Odisha state.
- Refer to the official OPSC advertisement for the complete exam scheme and syllabus.
Important Links
| Apply Online | Apply Online ↗ |
| Official Notification / Advertisement (OPSC What's New) | Click Here ↗ |
| OPSC Official Website | Click Here ↗ |
Important Questions
Q. When does the online application for OPSC VAS Recruitment 2026: 436 Veterinary Assistant Surgeon Posts start?
Ans. Online applications start on 24 Jul 2026.
Q. What is the last date to apply for OPSC VAS Recruitment 2026: 436 Veterinary Assistant Surgeon Posts?
Ans. The last date to apply online is 24 Aug 2026.
Q. What is the exam date for OPSC VAS Recruitment 2026: 436 Veterinary Assistant Surgeon Posts?
Ans. The exam is scheduled for 26 Sept 2026.
Q. What is the age limit for OPSC VAS Recruitment 2026: 436 Veterinary Assistant Surgeon Posts?
Ans. Minimum age 21 years and maximum age 47 years (as on 01 Jan 2026). See the official notification for age relaxation.
Q. What is the educational qualification for OPSC VAS Recruitment 2026: 436 Veterinary Assistant Surgeon Posts?
Ans. Bachelor's degree in Veterinary Science & Animal Husbandry (B.V.Sc. & A.H.) or an equivalent degree from a recognised university, college or institution in India or abroad, along with a valid Registration Certificate under the Odisha Veterinary Practitioners Act, 1970. Candidates holding a foreign degree must possess the conversion certificate recognised by the Veterinary Council of India (VCI).
Q. How to apply for OPSC VAS Recruitment 2026: 436 Veterinary Assistant Surgeon Posts?
Ans. Use the official link in the Important Links section on this page, or apply through the official website of Odisha Public Service Commission (OPSC) before the last date.
Q. What is the official website of Odisha Public Service Commission (OPSC)?
Ans. The official website link is provided in the Important Links section above.
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