The Odisha Public Service Commission (OPSC) has revised the written examination date for the Veterinary Assistant Surgeon (VAS)/AVAS Recruitment 2026. The Commission has announce that the examination earlier scheduled for 8 November 2026, will now be conducted on 19 November 2026 (Thursday). Candidates appearing for the OPSC VAS examination should note the revised date and make their preparation plans accordingly.
OPSC VAS Exam Date 2026 Revised
OPSC has issued the third corrigendum for recruitment to the post of Veterinary Assistant Surgeon/AVAS under Advertisement No. 04 of 2026-27. As per the notice, the written examination scheduled for 8 November 2026 has been rescheduled to 19 November 2026 (Thursday). Therefore, candidates should appear for the examination on the revised date instead of the previously announced Exam date.
OPSC Veterinary Assistant Surgeon Recruitment 2026
As per the official notification, OPSC will fill a total of 535 Veterinary Assistant Surgeon vacancies under the Fisheries & Animal Resources Development Department. Candidates must possess a Bachelor’s Degree in Veterinary Science & Animal Husbandry (B.V.Sc. & A.H.) from a recognized university and fulfill the prescribed age limit and other eligibility conditions.
| OPSC Veterinary Assistant Surgeon Notification 2026: Overview | |
|---|---|
| Recruiting Body | Odisha Public Service Commission (OPSC) |
| Post Name | Veterinary Assistant Surgeon / Additional Veterinary Assistant Surgeon |
| Department | Fisheries & Animal Resources Development Department, Govt. of Odisha |
| Service Category | Group – A (Junior Branch – II), Odisha Veterinary Service |
| Total Vacancies | 535 |
| Application Date | 24 July to 24 August (05:00 PM). |
| Revised Written Exam Date | 19 November 2026 (Thursday) |
| Educational Qualification | B.V.Sc. & A.H. degree + VCI conversion (if foreign) + valid Odisha Veterinary Practitioners Act registration |
| Age Limit | 21 to 47 years |
| Selection Process | Written Examination (Objective Type – MCQ) – 2 Papers |
| Official Website | https://www.opsc.gov.in |
OPSC Veterinary Assistant Surgeon Recruitment 2026 Important Dates
Candidates should note the complete OPSC VAS Recruitment 2026 schedule before applying.
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Release Date | 18 July 2026 |
| Online Application Begins | 24 July 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply Online | 24 August 2026, 5:00 PM |
| Revised Written Examination | 19 November 2026 (Thursday) |
| Answer Key | To be notified |
| Result | To be notified |
OPSC VAS Vacancy Increased 2026
The OPSC VAS/AVAS vacancy has been increased by 99 posts, taking the total vacancies from 436 to 535 posts under Advertisement No. 04 of 2026-27.
| Category | Backlog Vacancy | Current Vacancy | Total Vacancy |
|---|---|---|---|
| UR | 0 | 63 | 63 |
| ST | 233 | 4 | 237 |
| SC | 141 | 20 | 161 |
| SEBC | 62 | 12 | 74 |
| Total | 436 | 99 | 535 |
| PwD | 18 | 4 | 22 |
| Sports Person | 4 | 1 | 5 |
OPSC VAS PwD Vacancy Break-Up 2026
| Type of Vacancy | Category-I (a) | Category-II (b) | Category-III (c) | Category-IV (d) & (e) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Backlog Vacancy | 04 (01-w) | 04 (01-w) | 05 (02-w) | 05 (02-w) |
| Current Vacancy | 01 (w) | 01 | 01 | 01 |
| Total Vacancy | 05 (02-w) | 05 (01-w) | 06 (02-w) | 06 (02-w) |
| Total PwD Vacancies = 22 (07-w) | ||||
OPSC Veterinary Assistant Surgeon Apply Online 2026
The OPSC Veterinary Assistant Surgeon Apply Online 2026 process started on 24 July 2026 and the last date to submit the application is 24 August 2026 by 5:00 PM. Candidates who meet the eligibility criteria should complete the application process before the deadline through the official OPSC website.
What Is The Application Fee?
As per the official notification, all categories of candidates are exempted from paying the application fee for the OPSC Veterinary Assistant Surgeon Recruitment 2026. Candidates can complete and submit their online application without any fee payment.
| Parameter | Details |
|---|---|
| Fee Amount | Rs. 700/- |
| Exempted | SC, ST, PwD |
The fee will be refunded only to those candidates who appear in both papers of the written examination.
How to Apply for OPSC Veterinary Assistant Surgeon Recruitment 2026?
Candidates can apply for the OPSC Veterinary Assistant Surgeon Recruitment 2026 by following these simple steps:
- Visit the official OPSC website www.opsc.gov.in
- Click on the Veterinary Assistant Surgeon Recruitment 2026 application link.
- Register using a valid email ID and mobile number.
- Fill in the online application form with the required personal, educational, and other details.
- Upload the necessary documents, including your photograph, signature, and relevant certificates in the prescribed format.
- Verify all the details entered in the application form before submitting it.
- Pay the application fee (if applicable) through the available online payment modes.
- Submit the application form and download or print the confirmation page for future reference.
What Is The Eligibility Criteria?
Candidates must meet the prescribed OPSC VAS eligibility criteria, including educational qualification, registration, age limit and Odia language requirements.
Educational Qualification
A candidate must fulfill all three of the following conditions:
| Requirement | Details |
|---|---|
| a) Degree | Possess a Bachelor’s degree in Veterinary Science & Animal Husbandry (B.V.Sc. & A.H.) or its equivalent from a recognized University/College/Institution in India or abroad. |
| b) Foreign Degree | Possess a conversion certificate recognized by the Veterinary Council of India (VCI) if the degree is from a foreign university. |
| c) Registration | Possess a valid Registration Certificate under the Odisha Veterinary Practitioners Act, 1970 (Section 21) on or before the last date of online application submission. |
Odia Language Proficiency
Candidates must be able to speak, read, and write Odia and must have passed any one of the following:
| Sl. No. | Qualifying Criteria |
|---|---|
| i) | Passed M.E. School or higher examination with Odia as a language subject. |
| ii) | Passed Matriculation or equivalent examination with Odia as the medium of examination in non-language subjects. |
| iii) | Passed Odia as a language subject in the Class VII final examination from a school recognized by Govt. of Odisha or Central Govt. |
| iv) | Passed a test in Odia in M.E. School standard conducted by the School & Mass Education Department / Board of Secondary Education, Odisha. |
Age Limit 2026
Candidates applying for the OPSC Veterinary Assistant Surgeon Recruitment 2026 must fulfill the prescribed age criteria as mentioned in the official notification.
- Min Age – 21 years
- Max Age- 47 years
Age Relaxation
| Category | Relaxation |
|---|---|
| PwD (Persons with Disabilities) – SC/ST/SEBC | +10 years (over and above 47 years) |
If a candidate falls under multiple categories, only one relaxation benefit (the most beneficial) shall be granted.
OPSC Veterinary Assistant Surgeon Selection Process 2026
The selection process for the OPSC Veterinary Assistant Surgeon Recruitment 2026 primarily includes:
- Written Examination
- Document Verification
Candidates must qualify the written examination and fulfil all prescribed eligibility and document requirements for final appointment.
OPSC Veterinary Assistant Surgeon Syllabus 2026
The OPSC Veterinary Assistant Surgeon Syllabus 2026 is based on core subjects of Veterinary Science and Animal Husbandry. Candidates should prepare the major veterinary disciplines, including anatomy, physiology, pathology, pharmacology, microbiology, animal nutrition, genetics, surgery, medicine, reproduction, livestock production, and related areas.
OPSC Veterinary Assistant Surgeon Salary 2026
The OPSC Veterinary Assistant Surgeon Salary 2026 starts at ₹56,100 per month under Level 12, Cell-1 of the Pay Matrix as prescribed under the Odisha Revised Scales of Pay Rules, 2017.
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Post | Veterinary Assistant Surgeon |
| Pay Level | Level 12 |
| Cell | Cell-1 |
| Starting Basic Pay | ₹56,100 per month |
| Pay Rules | Odisha Revised Scales of Pay Rules, 2017 |
| Job Category | Group A, Odisha Veterinary Service |
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