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The Odisha Public Service Commission (OPSC) has officially released the OPSC AEE Recruitment 2026 Notification (Advt. No. 07 of 2026-27) for 46 Assistant Executive Engineer (Civil) posts under the Housing & Urban Development Department, Government of Odisha. As per the official notification, the online application process will start on 11 August 2026 and remain active until 11 September 2026 (5:00 PM).
OPSC AEE Recruitment 2026 Overview
| Particular | Details |
|---|---|
| Organization | Odisha Public Service Commission (OPSC) |
| Department | Housing & Urban Development Department |
| Post Name | Assistant Executive Engineer (Civil) |
| Advertisement No. | 07 of 2026-27 |
| Total Vacancies | 46 |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Online Application Starts | 11 August 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 11 September 2026 (5:00 PM) |
| Selection Process | Preliminary Exam, Main Exam & Interview |
| Pay Level | Level-12 |
| Job Location | Odisha |
| Official PDF | Click Here |
| Official Website | https://opsc.gov.in |
Important Dates Of OPSC AEE Recruitment 2026
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Release | 4 August 2026 |
| Online Application Starts | 11 August 2026 |
| Last Date for Registration | 11 September 2026 (5:00 PM) |
| Exam Date | 8 November 2026 |
OPSC AEE Exam Date 2026
The Odisha Public Service Commission (OPSC) has officially announced the exam schedule for the OPSC Assistant Executive Engineer (Civil) exam 2026 along with the notification PDF. The OPSC AEE Prelims Exam is scheduled on 8 November 2026 (Sunday). Applicants qualifying in the prelims exam will be further advanced to the Main Written Examination, which will be published by the Commission after the announcement of the prelims results.
OPSC AEE Vacancy 2026
The category-wise vacancy distribution, including reservations for women and Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD), is provided below.
| Category | Reserved for Women | PwBD Reservation* | Total Vacancies |
|---|---|---|---|
| Unreserved (UR) | 8 | – | 24 |
| SEBC | 2 | – | 5 |
| Scheduled Caste (SC) | 2 | 1 | 7 |
| Scheduled Tribe (ST) | 3 | 1 | 10 |
| Total | 15 | 2 | 46 |
OPSC AEE Educational Qualification 2026
Applicants must ensure that they fulfill the prescribed educational qualification on or before the closing date of the online application
| Particular | Details |
|---|---|
| Post Name | Assistant Executive Engineer (Civil) |
| Educational Qualification | Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering (B.E./B.Tech.) or equivalent |
| Recognized By | Government-recognized University/Institution |
| Qualification Status | Must be completed before the last date of application |
OPSC AEE Age Limit 2026
Candidates must satisfy the age criteria prescribed by the Odisha Public Service Commission. The age will be calculated as per the cut-off date mentioned in the official notification.
| Criteria | Age |
|---|---|
| Minimum Age | 21 Years |
| Maximum Age | 38 Years |
OPSC AEE Age Relaxation 2026
The upper age limit is relaxable for reserved category candidates as per the Government of Odisha rules.
| Category | Age Relaxation |
|---|---|
| SEBC | 5 Years |
| SC | 5 Years |
| ST | 5 Years |
| Women | 5 Years |
| PwBD | 10 Years |
| PwBD (SC/ST/SEBC) | 15 Years |
OPSC AEE 2026 Selection Process
Candidates must qualify each stage to be considered for final appointment.
| Stage | Details |
|---|---|
| Stage 1 | Preliminary Examination |
| Stage 2 | Main Written Examination |
| Stage 3 | Interview/Personality Test |
| Stage 4 | Document Verification |
| Stage 5 | Medical Examination |
OPSC AEE Application Fee 2026
As per the official notification, candidates belonging to the General, SEBC, and other applicable categories are required to pay an Application fee of ₹700 while submitting the online application form. However, SC, ST, and Persons with Disabilities (PwD) candidates are exempted from paying the Application Fee.
| Category | Application Fee |
|---|---|
| UR / SEBC / Other Applicable Categories | ₹700 |
| SC / ST / PwD | Nil (Exempted) |
How to Apply Online for OPSC AEE Recruitment 2026?
Eligible candidates can complete the online application process by following the steps below.
- Visit the official website of the Odisha Public Service Commission.
- Click on the OPSC AEE Recruitment 2026 Apply Online link.
- Register yourself using a valid email ID and mobile number.
- Fill in the online application form with the required personal and educational details.
- Upload your recent passport-size photograph, signature, and required documents.
- Verify all the details entered in the application form.
- Submit the application form.
- Download and print the submitted application form for future reference.
Documents Required for OPSC AEE Recruitment
Candidates should keep the following documents ready before filling out the online application form.
- Recent Passport-size Photograph
- Scanned Signature
- Class 10 Certificate (Date of Birth Proof)
- B.E./B.Tech. Degree Certificate
- Mark Sheets of Qualifying Examination
- Valid Identity Proof (Aadhaar Card/PAN Card/Voter ID/Passport)
- Caste Certificate (if applicable)
- PwBD Certificate (if applicable)
- Ex-Serviceman Certificate (if applicable)
- Experience Certificate (if required)
- Any other document mentioned in the official notification
OPSC AEE Exam Pattern 2026
The OPSC Assistant Executive Engineer (Civil) selection exam pattern consists of 3 stages: Preliminary, Main & Interview. The detailed exam pattern is given in the table below.
OPSC AE Preliminary Exam Pattern 2026
| Particular | Details |
|---|---|
| Total Questions | 100 |
| Total Marks | 100 |
| Marks per Question | 1 Mark |
| Negative Marking | 0.25 Mark deducted for each wrong answer |
| Unanswered Questions | No Marks Awarded or Deducted |
| Exam Duration | 1 Hour 30 Minutes |
OPSC AE Main Exam Pattern 2026
| Component | Paper | Questions | Marks |
|---|---|---|---|
| Main Examination | Paper I (General Studies) | 100 | 200 |
| Paper II (Civil Engineering) | 150 | 300 | |
| Interview / Personality Test | — | — | 50 |
| Grand Total | Main Exam + Interview | — | 550 Marks |
OPSC AEE Syllabus & Exam Pattern 2026 – Click Here
OPSC AEE 2026 Salary
Candidates selected as Assistant Executive Engineer (Civil) will receive an attractive salary under Level-12 of the Pay Matrix along with various allowances and benefits as per Odisha Government rules.
| Particular | Details |
|---|---|
| Pay Level | Level-12 |
| Basic Pay | ₹56,100/- per month |
| Other Benefits | Medical, Leave, Pension, LTC and other admissible allowances |
OPSC AEE Admit Card 2026
The Odisha Public Service Commission (OPSC) will release the OPSC AEE Admit Card 2026 for the Prelims exam approximately 7 to 10 days before the exam date of 8 November 2026. Candidates who apply online and pay the prescribed fee between 11 August and 11 September 2026 will be able to download their hall tickets directly from the official portal at opsc.gov.in using their Registration ID & Date of Birth.
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