The OPSC Dental Surgeon Recruitment 2026 Notification has been officially released by the Odisha Public Service Commission for 124 vacancies. Candidates holding a BDS degree can apply online through the official website. This is a great opportunity for dental professionals seeking a government job in Odisha. The recruitment will be conducted through a written examination.
OPSC Odisha Dental Surgeon Recruitment 2026 Important Dates
| Events | Dates |
|---|---|
| Notification Release Date | 09-03-2026 |
| Online Application Start | 17-03-2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 17-04-2026 (05:00 PM) |
| Written Examination Date | 21-06-2026 |
OPSC Dental Surgeon Application Fee Details
- General / SEBC / Others: ₹700/-
- SC / ST / PwD: No Fee
👉 Fee will be refunded only to candidates who appear in the written exam.
OPSC Dental Surgeon Recruitment 2026 Age Limit & Relaxation
| Criteria | Details |
|---|---|
| Minimum Age | 21 Years |
| Maximum Age | 42 Years |
| Cut-off Date | 01-01-2026 |
Age Relaxation:
- SEBC / SC / ST / Women: +5 Years
- PwD: +10 Years
- Combined category: Up to 15 Years
OPSC Dental Surgeon Educational Qualification
| Post Name | Educational Eligibility |
|---|---|
| Dental Surgeon | BDS degree from recognized institution + Registration under Dentist Act 1948 |
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OPSC Dental Surgeon Vacancy 2026 Category Wise
| Category | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| UR | 10 |
| SEBC | 08 |
| SC | 22 |
| ST | 84 |
| Total | 124 |
👉 Includes reservation for women & PwD candidates.
OPSC Dental Surgeon Recruitment 2026 Notification PDF
Candidates must carefully read the official notification before applying.
👉 Download OPSC Dental Surgeon Notification PDF
OPSC Dental Surgeon Selection Process
| Stage | Details |
|---|---|
| Written Examination | 200 Marks |
| Merit List | Based on marks |
👉 Final selection is purely based on written exam performance.
OPSC Dental Surgeon Exam Pattern & Scheme
| Criteria | Details |
|---|---|
| Total Questions | 200 |
| Total Marks | 200 |
| Exam Type | MCQ |
| Negative Marking | 0.25 per wrong answer |
| Duration | 3 Hours |
OPSC Dental Surgeon Syllabus 2026
The syllabus is based on BDS level subjects, including:
- Anatomy
- Physiology
- Biochemistry
- Pharmacology
- Pathology
- Microbiology
- Dental Materials
- Oral Surgery
- Prosthodontics
- Public Health Dentistry
👉 Refer to detailed syllabus in official notification.
OPSC Dental Surgeon Exam Centers
| Location |
|---|
| Cuttack |
| Bhubaneswar |
OPSC Dental Surgeon Salary & Pay Scale
- Pay Level: Level-12
- As per ORSP Rules 2017
- Includes DA, HRA & other allowances
OPSC Dental Surgeon Probation & Bond
- Mandatory service in KBK/Tribal areas for minimum 3 years
- Bond conditions apply as per rules
How to Apply for OPSC Dental Surgeon Recruitment 2026
- Visit official OPSC website
- Click on Apply Online
- Register using valid details
- Fill application form carefully
- Upload documents & photo
- Pay application fee (if applicable)
- Submit and take printout
Important Links
- Apply Online for OPSC Dental Surgeon Recruitment
- Download Official Notification PDF
- Visit Official Website
OPSC Dental Surgeon Recruitment 2026 FAQs
Q. What is the qualification required?
Ans. BDS degree with registration.
Q. Is there negative marking?
Ans. Yes, 0.25 marks deducted.
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