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OPSC OCS Main Exam Date 2026 - Check Subject Code List for Written Exam at opsc.gov.in
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Odisha Public Service Commission (OPSC) has released OPSC OCS Main Exam Date 2026. Check the exam schedule and your centre details on the official website (opsc.gov.in).
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| Name of post | OPSC OCS Main Exam Date 2026 - Check Subject Code List for Written Exam at opsc.gov.in |
|---|---|
| Organisation | Odisha Public Service Commission (OPSC) |
| Advertisement no. | 05 of 2025-26 |
| Job location | Odisha |
| Posted on | 13 Oct 2026 |
| Last updated | 13 Oct 2026 |
Open the official notice above for the full details.
Important Dates
- Subject code notice issued13 October 2026
- OCS Main (Written) Examination begins29 October 2026
- OCS Main (Written) Examination ends07 November 2026
Quick Overview - OPSC OCS Main Exam Date 2026
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Organization | Odisha Public Service Commission (OPSC) |
| Examination | OCS Main (Written) Examination-2025 |
| Advertisement | Advt. No. 05 of 2025-26 |
| Notice No. | 5800/PSC |
| Notice Date | 13.10.2026 |
| Exam Schedule | 29.10.2026 to 07.11.2026 |
| Purpose of Notice | To tell candidates which Subject Code to mention in the Question-cum-Answer Booklet |
| Total Codes Listed | 75 (01 to 75) |
| Official Website | www.opsc.gov.in |
What Is the Subject Code in OCS Main?
- A subject code is a two-digit number assigned to each paper. According to the notice, candidates appearing in the OCS Main (Written) Examination-2025 are advised to write the code of the paper they are attempting in their Question-cum-Answer Booklet.
OCS Main Compulsory Papers Subject Codes
| Compulsory Paper | Subject Code |
|---|---|
| Odia Language | 01 |
| English Language | 02 |
| Essay | 03 |
| General Studies, Paper-I | 04 |
| General Studies, Paper-II | 05 |
| General Studies, Paper-III | 06 |
| General Studies, Paper-IV | 07 |
OCS Main Optional Subject Code List
| Optional Subject | Paper-I Code | Paper-II Code |
|---|---|---|
| Agriculture | 08 | 09 |
| Agriculture Engineering | 10 | 11 |
| Animal Husbandry & Veterinary Science | 12 | 13 |
| Anthropology | 14 | 15 |
| Botany | 16 | 17 |
| Chemistry | 18 | 19 |
| Civil Engineering | 20 | 21 |
| Commerce & Accountancy | 22 | 23 |
| Economics | 24 | 25 |
| Education | 26 | 27 |
| Electrical Engineering | 28 | 29 |
| Fishery Science | 30 | 31 |
| Forestry | 32 | 33 |
| Geography | 34 | 35 |
| Geology | 36 | 37 |
| History | 38 | 39 |
| Home Science | 40 | 41 |
| Law | 42 | 43 |
| Management | 44 | 45 |
| Mathematics | 46 | 47 |
| Mechanical Engineering | 48 | 49 |
| Medical Science | 50 | 51 |
| Philosophy | 52 | 53 |
| Physics | 54 | 55 |
| Political Science & International Relations | 56 | 57 |
| Psychology | 58 | 59 |
| Public Administration | 60 | 61 |
| Sociology | 62 | 63 |
| Statistics | 64 | 65 |
| Zoology | 66 | 67 |
- The table below groups each optional subject with its Paper-I and Paper-II codes, exactly as numbered in the OPSC notice.
Indian Language & Literature Papers Subject Codes
| Language | Paper-I Code | Paper-II Code |
|---|---|---|
| English | 68 | 69 |
| Hindi | 70 | 71 |
| Odia | 72 | 73 |
| Urdu | 74 | 75 |
Do Not Mix the Codes
- Odia appears twice in the list. Odia Language is a compulsory paper with code 01. Odia, Paper-I and Paper-II under Indian Language & Literature carry codes 72 and 73. The same applies to English: English Language is 02, while English Paper-I and Paper-II (literature) are 68 and 69.
How to Mention the Subject Code in the Answer Booklet
- Check the name of the paper printed on your question paper.
- Find the matching code in the tables above or in the official notice.
- Write that code in your Question-cum-Answer Booklet as advised in the notice.
- For optional subjects, use the Paper-I or Paper-II code that matches the paper you are writing that day.
Important Instructions for OCS Main 2025 Candidates
- Write the correct subject code for every paper. Paper-I and Paper-II of the same subject have different codes.
- Do not confuse compulsory language papers (01, 02) with the Indian Language & Literature papers (68 to 73).
- Visit the OPSC website regularly for further information, as the notice advises.
- Keep a copy of the official notice for reference before the exam.
What the Notice Does Not Mention
- Paper-wise exam dates and timings
- Admit card release date and download process
- Syllabus, marking scheme and marks per paper
- Exam centres
- Number of vacancies and post details
- Exact location in the booklet where the code must be written
- This notice only covers subject codes. The following details are not available in it:
- For these, check the official website and the full Advt. No. 05 of 2025-26.
More Details
- OCS Main Exam 2026 Important Dates
How to Download the Admit Card
- Open the official link in Important Links.
- Log in with your registration number / roll number and date of birth or password.
- Check your name, photo, exam date, shift and centre.
- Download, print, and carry it with a valid photo ID to the exam centre.
Important Links
| Official Website (www.opsc.gov.in) | Click Here opsc.gov.in |
|---|---|
| OPSC Official Website (Visit OPSC Website) | Click Here opsc.gov.in |
| Detail | Information |
| Organization | Odisha Public Service Commission (OPSC) |
| Examination | OCS Main (Written) Examination-2025 |
| Advertisement | Advt. No. 05 of 2025-26 |
| Notice No. | 5800/PSC |
| Notice Date | 13.10.2026 |
| Exam Schedule | 29.10.2026 to 07.11.2026 |
| Purpose of Notice | To tell candidates which Subject Code to mention in the Question-cum-Answer Booklet |
| Total Codes Listed | 75 (01 to 75) |
| Resource | Link |
Frequently asked questions
When does the application for OPSC OCS Main Exam Date 2026 start?
OCS Main (Written) Examination begins: 29 October 2026.
What is the official website for OPSC OCS Main Exam Date 2026?
The official website is https://www.opsc.gov.in/Public/OPSC/Default.aspx.
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