The Odisha Public Service Commission (OPSC) has postponed the Odisha Civil Services Preliminary Examination 2023-24, originally scheduled for October 27, 2024. The decision was taken due to the imminent threat posed by Cyclone Dana. Candidates have been advised to monitor the official OPSC website, opsc.gov.in, for further updates regarding the new examination dates.
The commission announced that the revised date for the prelims exam will be notified after seven days, with the decision aimed at ensuring the safety and well-being of candidates.Cyclone Dana, classified as a severe cyclonic storm, has led to precautionary measures across the state, including the postponement of several public events.
Official Notification from OPSC
The OPSC’s official notification stated, “In view of the impending cyclonic storm ‘Dana’, the OCS Preliminary Examination-2023 scheduled to be held on 27.10.2024 is hereby postponed. The next date of the OPSC Preliminary examination 2023 shall be notified after 7 days.” Candidates are urged to stay updated by visiting the official website.
Recruitment Drive and Selection Process
The Odisha Civil Services exam is part of a recruitment drive aiming to fill 399 vacancies in group A and group B posts. The selection process involves three stages: the preliminary examination, mains, and an interview. The prelims consist of two papers, with a total of 499 marks, and negative marking for incorrect answers.
Candidates who pass the prelims will move on to the mains, followed by the interview stage, ensuring a comprehensive selection process for the civil services roles.
