OPSC Scientific Officer Recruitment 2026 Result & Merit List
The Odisha Public Service Commission (OPSC) administers recruitment for 89 Scientific Officer posts across multiple divisions under the State Forensic Science Service Organisation. Candidates undergo a comprehensive selection process comprising a written examination and a personality test.
Recruitment Lifecycle Tracker
Real-time status tracking from notification circular to final merit listing
Notification
Gazette Circular
Online Form
Registration Window
Admit Card
SSB / Hall Ticket
Answer Key
Responses & Objection
Final Result
Merit Recommendation
Important Dates
Graduate / Post Graduate
Cutoff
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
Gen / Others | ₹700/- |
SC / ST / PwD | ₹0/- |
Age Limit
Vacancy Details & Educational Qualifications
Official allocations across cadres, vacancies, category quota, and prescribed eligibility criteria.
Physics
Master’s degree in Physics, Applied Physics or Electronics with Physics, or an eligible integrated M.Sc. qualification specified in the notice
Ballistics
Master’s degree in Physics, Mathematics or an eligible related discipline, or an integrated M.Sc. qualification specified in the notice
Chemistry
Master’s degree in Chemistry, Analytical Chemistry, Applied Chemistry, Biochemistry, Pharmaceutical Chemistry or an eligible integrated M.Sc. qualification specified in the notice
Toxicology
Master’s degree in Chemistry or an eligible related discipline, including specified forensic science qualifications
Biology
Master’s degree in Zoology, Microbiology, Life Science, Genetics, Biotechnology, Biochemistry, Molecular Biology or an eligible integrated M.Sc. qualification specified in the notice
Serology
Master’s degree in Biology, Zoology, Microbiology, Life Science, Genetics, Biotechnology, Biochemistry, Molecular Biology or an eligible integrated M.Sc. qualification specified in the notice
DNA
Master’s degree in Zoology, Biotechnology, Genetics, Molecular Biology, Microbiology or an eligible related qualification specified in the notice
Forensic Psychology
Master’s degree in Psychology or Forensic Psychology, with the prescribed background qualification specified in the notice
Cyber Forensic
Master’s degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Information Technology or Cyber Security, or another eligible qualification listed in Annexure A
Document
Master’s degree in Physics or Chemistry, or an eligible related qualification specified in Annexure A
Division
Qualification indicated in Annexure A
| Post / Cadre | Department | Prescribed Qualifications & Eligibility | Vacancies |
|---|---|---|---|
Physics | Odisha Public Service Commission (OPSC) | Bachelor's Degree Master’s degree in Physics, Applied Physics or Electronics with Physics, or an eligible integrated M.Sc. qualification specified in the notice | 7 Posts |
Ballistics | Odisha Public Service Commission (OPSC) | Bachelor's Degree Master’s degree in Physics, Mathematics or an eligible related discipline, or an integrated M.Sc. qualification specified in the notice | 6 Posts |
Chemistry | Odisha Public Service Commission (OPSC) | Bachelor's Degree Master’s degree in Chemistry, Analytical Chemistry, Applied Chemistry, Biochemistry, Pharmaceutical Chemistry or an eligible integrated M.Sc. qualification specified in the notice | 10 Posts |
Toxicology | Odisha Public Service Commission (OPSC) | Bachelor's Degree Master’s degree in Chemistry or an eligible related discipline, including specified forensic science qualifications | 13 Posts |
Biology | Odisha Public Service Commission (OPSC) | Bachelor's Degree Master’s degree in Zoology, Microbiology, Life Science, Genetics, Biotechnology, Biochemistry, Molecular Biology or an eligible integrated M.Sc. qualification specified in the notice | 14 Posts |
Serology | Odisha Public Service Commission (OPSC) | Bachelor's Degree Master’s degree in Biology, Zoology, Microbiology, Life Science, Genetics, Biotechnology, Biochemistry, Molecular Biology or an eligible integrated M.Sc. qualification specified in the notice | 4 Posts |
DNA | Odisha Public Service Commission (OPSC) | Bachelor's Degree Master’s degree in Zoology, Biotechnology, Genetics, Molecular Biology, Microbiology or an eligible related qualification specified in the notice | 12 Posts |
Forensic Psychology | Odisha Public Service Commission (OPSC) | Bachelor's Degree Master’s degree in Psychology or Forensic Psychology, with the prescribed background qualification specified in the notice | 6 Posts |
Cyber Forensic | Odisha Public Service Commission (OPSC) | Bachelor's Degree Master’s degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Information Technology or Cyber Security, or another eligible qualification listed in Annexure A | 11 Posts |
Document | Odisha Public Service Commission (OPSC) | Bachelor's Degree Master’s degree in Physics or Chemistry, or an eligible related qualification specified in Annexure A | 6 Posts |
Division | Odisha Public Service Commission (OPSC) | Qualification indicated in Annexure A | — |
| Total across 11 official allocations | Total Vacancies: | 89 Posts Posts | |
Mode of Selection / Selection Process
Sequential qualification stages in chronological order
Written Examination (Paper-I & Paper-II)
Standardized examination testing core curriculum
Personality Test / Viva Voce
Psychological, physical & officer aptitude assessment
Final Merit List
All-India merit rank publication & joining recommendation
How to Check Result & Download Merit List
Step-by-step verified candidate procedure for error-free form submission
Visit Official Portal
Visit the official OPSC portal at https://www.opsc.gov.in/
Visit Official Portal
Navigate to the results or recruitment notification section.
Locate Application Link
Locate the link for the Scientific Officer examination results or merit list PDF.
Step 4 Protocol
Open the PDF and use Ctrl+F to search for your roll number or name.
Step 5 Protocol
Download and save the scorecard or merit list PDF for future reference.
Direct Verified Official Links
| Resource Name & Action | Direct Access |
|---|---|
Download Cutoff / Result Notice PDF | |
Download Result / Merit List PDF | |
Official Website | |
OPSC OCS (Odisha Civil Services) Syllabus Hub | |
OPSC OCS (Odisha Civil Services) Comprehensive Blueprint | |
Official Commission Website |
Detailed Notification & Overview
The recruitment drive covers 89 vacancies distributed across ten distinct divisions including Physics, Chemistry, Biology, DNA, Cyber Forensic, and Toxicology. Eligible aspirants holding relevant postgraduate degrees compete through a rigorous 400-mark written test followed by a 50-mark viva voce. Successful candidates meeting the qualifying standards are appointed under Level 10 of the pay matrix.
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q1When was the OPSC Scientific Officer written examination conducted?
Q2What educational qualifications are required for this recruitment?
Q3What is the age limit and reference date for eligibility?
Q4How much was the application fee and were concessions available?
Q5How can candidates check their results and download scorecards?
Q6Where can candidates verify authentic recruitment updates?
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Published by Examer Editorial Desk on 30/10/2026 • Last verified & updated on 30/10/2026 against official notifications from Odisha Public Service Commission (OPSC).
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