OPSC Recruitment 2025:Odisha Public Service Commission (OPSC) has released Advertisement No. 04 of 2025-26 for recruitment to 506 vacancies for the post of Veterinary Assistant Surgeon (VAS) and Additional Veterinary Assistant Surgeon (Addl. VAS) under the Fisheries & Animal Resources Development Department. This is a golden opportunity for aspirants in the veterinary field looking for a government job in Odisha.
Quick Highlights
| Key Detail | Description |
|---|---|
| Organization | Odisha Public Service Commission (OPSC) |
| Post Name | Veterinary Assistant Surgeon/ Additional VAS |
| Total Vacancies | 506 (167 for women candidates) |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Application Window | 01 July 2025 to 31 July 2025 |
| Exam Date | 31 August 2025 (Sunday) |
| Official Website | www.opsc.gov.in |
Vacancy Details (Category-wise Breakdown)
| Category | Total Vacancies | Women Reserved |
|---|---|---|
| UR | 37 | 12 |
| SEBC | 79 | 26 |
| SC | 149 | 49 |
| ST | 241 | 80 |
| Total | 506 | 167 |
Additionally, 49 posts are reserved for Persons with Disabilities (PWD) and 13 posts for Sportspersons.
Eligibility Criteria
Age Limit (as on 01.01.2025)
- Minimum: 21 years
- Maximum: 42 years
- Date of birth must be between 02 Jan 1983 and 01 Jan 2004
- Age Relaxation:
- SEBC/SC/ST/Women/Ex-Servicemen: +5 years
- PwD: +10 years, and +15 years if PwD + SC/ST/SEBC
Educational Qualification
- B.V.Sc. & A.H. from a recognized university in India or abroad
- Valid Registration Certificate under Odisha Veterinary Practitioners Act, 1970
- Conversion certificate from Veterinary Council of India (if foreign degree)
Examination Fee
No examination fee for any category as per GA&PG Dept. Notification No. 9897/Gen., dt.11.04.2022
Selection Process
The selection will be based on a Written Examination only. The exam consists of two objective-type papers:
| Paper | Subjects | Questions | Marks | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Paper-I | Veterinary Science | 200 | 400 | 2.5 hrs |
| Paper-II | Animal Science | 200 | 400 | 2.5 hrs |
- Total: 800 Marks
- The syllabus includes topics from Veterinary Medicine, Anatomy, Gynaecology, Animal Nutrition, Genetics, Pathology, Surgery, etc.
📝 Shortlisted candidates will be called for document verification based on exam merit.
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Online Application Start | 01 July 2025 |
| Last Date to Apply | 31 July 2025 (5:00 PM) |
| Exam Date | 31 August 2025 (Sunday) |
| Admit Card Release | To be notified |
How to Apply
- Visit the official OPSC website: https://www.opsc.gov.in
- Register and fill the online application form.
- Upload required documents: photograph, signature, LTI, qualification, caste, Odia test proof, etc.
- Submit the form and take a printout for future reference.
Note: Candidates must possess valid documents as of the last date of submission.
Grounds for Rejection
- Incomplete applications or missing documents
- Invalid Odia language qualification
- Ineligible age or education
- Forged certificates or misrepresentation
- Failure to produce documents during verification
Helpdesk
For any technical issues:
- 📱 Technical Support: 0671-2304707 (10:30 AM to 5:30 PM on working days)
- 📞 General Queries: 0671-2304141 / 2305611 (Ext. 205)