OPSC Assistant Fisheries Officer Recruitment 2026:
Published On: July 2026
The Odisha Public Service Commission (OPSC) has officially released the OPSC Assistant Fisheries Officer Recruitment 2026 Notification for 44 Group-B Assistant Fisheries Officer (AFO) posts under the Fisheries & Animal Resources Development Department, Government of Odisha. Candidates holding a Bachelor of Fishery Science (B.F.Sc.) degree can submit their applications through the online mode.
The online registration process starts from 24 July 2026 and will continue until 24 August 2026. Interested candidates are advised to read the official notification carefully before filling out the application form.
In this article, you will find complete information regarding vacancy details, educational qualification, age limit, salary, application fee, selection process, exam pattern, important dates, documents required, and the online application process.
OPSC Assistant Fisheries Officer Recruitment 2026 Overview
| Particular | Details |
|---|---|
| Organization | Odisha Public Service Commission (OPSC) |
| Department | Fisheries & Animal Resources Development Department |
| Post Name | Assistant Fisheries Officer (AFO) |
| Advertisement Year | 2026 |
| Total Vacancies | 44 Posts |
| Job Type | Permanent Government Job |
| Job Category | Group-B |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Job Location | Odisha |
| Who Can Apply | Odisha Candidates |
| Salary | ₹44,900/- (Level-10) |
| Official Website | https://www.opsc.gov.in |
OPSC Assistant Fisheries Officer Vacancy 2026
A total of 44 vacancies have been announced.
Category-wise Vacancy
| Category | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| SC | 01 |
| ST | 43 (including Women Reservation) |
| Total | 44 |
Candidates are advised to verify the reservation details from the official notification before applying.
Educational Qualification
To apply for the OPSC Assistant Fisheries Officer Recruitment 2026, candidates must possess:
- Bachelor’s Degree in Fishery Science (B.F.Sc.)
- Degree should be obtained from a recognized University or Institution.
Candidates awaiting final results are generally not eligible unless specified in the notification.
Age Limit
As on 01 January 2026
- Minimum Age: 21 Years
- Maximum Age: 47 Years
Age Relaxation
Age relaxation will be applicable according to Odisha Government rules.
- SC/ST/PwBD: As per Government norms
- Other reserved categories: As applicable
OPSC Assistant Fisheries Officer Salary
Selected candidates will receive salary under Level-10 of ORSP Rules.
| Post | Salary |
|---|---|
| Assistant Fisheries Officer | ₹44,900/- per month |
Apart from the basic pay, candidates will also receive:
- Dearness Allowance (DA)
- House Rent Allowance (HRA)
- Medical Benefits
- Leave Benefits
- Pension Benefits (as applicable)
Selection Process
Selection will be conducted in multiple stages.
Stage 1
Written Examination
Stage 2
Viva-Voce Test
Stage 3
Document Verification
Candidates must qualify each stage to be considered for final appointment.
OPSC Assistant Fisheries Officer Exam Pattern 2026
The written examination consists of two papers.
Paper-I
- Total Questions: 200
- Marks: 400
- Each Question: 2 Marks
- Duration: 2 Hours 30 Minutes
Paper-II
- Total Questions: 200
- Marks: 400
- Each Question: 2 Marks
- Duration: 2 Hours 30 Minutes
Total Marks
800 Marks
Negative Marking
There will be No Negative Marking for wrong answers.
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Release | July 2026 |
| Online Application Start | 24 July 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 24 August 2026 |
| Written Examination | 26 September 2026 |
Candidates should avoid waiting until the last day to submit the application.
Application Fee
According to the notification:
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| General | Free |
| SEBC/OBC | Free |
| SC | Free |
| ST | Free |
| PwBD | Free |
No application fee is required for any category.
Documents Required
Applicants should keep the following documents ready before filling out the online application form:
- B.F.Sc. Degree Certificate
- Educational Mark Sheets
- Aadhaar Card
- PAN Card/Voter ID/Driving Licence
- Passport-size Colour Photograph
- Scanned Signature
- Mobile Number
- Valid Email ID
- Caste Certificate (if applicable)
- Residential Certificate
- PwBD Certificate (if applicable)