New Opportunity: OPSC Recruitment 2026 for Dental Surgeons
OPSC Dental Surgeon Recruitment 2026: The Odisha Public Service Commission (OPSC) has officially released Advertisement No. 07 of 2025-26. This latest OPSC recruitment 2026 drive aims to fill 124 vacancies for the post of Dental Surgeon in Group-A (Junior Branch) of the Odisha Medical Services (Dental) Cadre.
Vacancy Breakdown for OPSC Dental Surgeon Recruitment
The total vacancy position for this OPSC recruitment includes reservations for various categories:
- Unreserved (UR): 10 (03-w)
- SEBC: 08 (03-w)
- Scheduled Caste (SC): 22 (07-w)
- Scheduled Tribe (ST): 84 (28-w)
- Special Categories: 05 posts for PwD and 01 post for Sports Persons.
Eligibility Criteria
To participate in this OPSC recruitment 2026 cycle, candidates must fulfill the following:
- Age Limit: Must be between 21 and 42 years as of January 1, 2026.
- Education: A BDS or equivalent degree from a recognized Medical College or Institution.
- Registration: Must possess a valid registration certificate under the Dentist Act-1948.
- Language: Must be able to read, write, and speak Odia.
Key Dates & Fees details for OPSC Dental Surgeon Recruitment
- Online Application Window: 17/03/2026 to 17/04/2026 (5:00 P.M.).
- Tentative Exam Date: 21/06/2026 (Sunday).
- Application Fee: ₹700 for general candidates; SC, ST, and PwD candidates of Odisha are exempt.
Selection Method for OPSC Dental Surgeon Recruitment
The selection for this OPSC recruitment will be conducted through a Written Test.
- Format: 200 Multiple Choice Questions (MCQ).
- Duration: 3 hours.
- Marking: 1 mark per correct answer with a 0.25 negative marking for wrong answers.
- Syllabus: Based on the Dental Council of India (DCI) syllabus for BDS.
Candidates are required to apply online through the official website at https://opsc.gov.in. Ensure all documents, including the BDS degree and registration certificates, are ready for upload.