The Odisha Public Service Commission (OPSC) has released the Assistant Section Officer (ASO) Recruitment Notification 2025 for 29 vacancies. This is a golden opportunity for graduates who aspire to work in Odisha’s state administrative services. The application process will be conducted online through the official OPSC portal.
Introduction
The Assistant Section Officer (ASO) position is one of the most sought-after roles in the Odisha Secretariat. OPSC is inviting applications from eligible candidates to fill 29 ASO vacancies in various departments under the state government. Interested candidates must check all eligibility criteria and apply within the given deadline.
Post Detail
- Post Name: Assistant Section Officer (ASO)
- Department: Odisha Secretariat (Group B) under the Odisha Government
- Nature of Post: Permanent and full-time
No of Post
- Total Vacancies: 29 Posts
- The category-wise and department-wise vacancy distribution will be detailed in the official notification.
Education Qualification
- Bachelor’s Degree in any discipline from a recognized university
- Proficiency in Computer Applications (MS Office, Word Processing, etc.) is required
- Good communication and drafting skills in English and Odia will be an added advantage
Age Limit
- Minimum Age: 21 years
- Maximum Age: 38 years (as on cut-off date mentioned in notification)
- Age relaxation will be provided for reserved categories as per Odisha government norms
Salary
- Pay Scale: ₹35,400 – ₹1,12,400 per month
- Pay Level: Level 9 as per ORSP Rules, 2017
- Plus usual Dearness Allowance (DA) and other admissible allowances
Selection Process
- Written Examination (Objective Type)
- Computer Skill Test
- Document Verification
- Final selection will be based on performance in both the written and computer skill tests
Application Fees
- General / OBC: ₹500
- SC / ST / PwD (Odisha domicile): Exempted from fee
- Payment can be made online via debit card, credit card, UPI, or net banking
Important Dates
- Notification Release Date: May 2025
- Online Application Start Date: To be announced
- Last Date to Apply: Will be updated in the official notice
- Exam Date: To be notified later
Important Link
- Official Website: https://www.opsc.gov.in
- Apply Online: To be activated soon under the “Apply Online” section
- Notification PDF: Available in the “Advertisement” section
How To Apply
- Visit the official OPSC website: https://www.opsc.gov.in
- Click on the “Apply Online” link for Assistant Section Officer (ASO) Recruitment 2025
- Register using your email ID and mobile number
- Fill in the online application form with accurate details
- Upload required documents like photo, signature, certificates, etc.
- Pay the application fee as applicable
- Submit the application and take a printout for future reference
Conclusion
The OPSC Assistant Section Officer Recruitment 2025 offers a prestigious career path in the Odisha state government. With 29 posts available, eligible graduates should not miss this opportunity to serve in administrative roles. Stay updated with the official website for application dates and exam schedules.