OPSC AEE Civil Recruitment 2026 - 46 Posts

OPSC AEE Civil Recruitment 2026 - 46 Posts

Recruitment Overview

Important Dates

Application / Registration Fee

• Fee is refunded only to candidates who actually appear in the Preliminary Examination, processed to the original mode of payment.
• Applications submitted without payment (except SC/ST/PwD) will be treated as incomplete and rejected outright.
• Candidates must furnish bank account details (Account Number, IFSC Code, Account Holder Name, Bank Branch Name) for refund processing.

Eligibility Criteria & Vacancy / Seat Details

Vacancy Breakdown by Category

• 2 posts are reserved for Persons with Disabilities (PwD) with 40% or more permanent disability — 1 under Category-I and 1 under Category-II.
• PwD candidates will be adjusted against the reservation category (UR/SEBC/SC/ST) to which they belong.

Eligibility Summary

PwD Physical Requirements & Functional Classification

• Physical Requirements: Sitting, Standing, Bending, Manipulation by Finger, Reading and Writing, Seeing, Hearing, Communication
• Functional Categories: Low Vision, Hard of Hearing, One Arm, One Leg, Dwarfism, Acid Attack Victims (including combinations)

Selection / Admission / Evaluation Process

Selection is conducted in three stages: Preliminary Examination → Main Examination → Interview.

A. Preliminary Examination (Screening Test)

• Minimum qualifying marks are determined separately for each category.
• Candidates shortlisted in ratio of up to ~10× vacancies per category.
• Prelim marks are not counted in the final merit list.

B. Main Examination

• Both Main papers are Objective Type MCQs (OMR or CBT).
• 2 marks per correct answer; 25% negative marking per wrong answer; zero for unattempted.
• Candidates shortlisted for Interview in 1:2 ratio per category (minimum 5 candidates).

C. Interview (Personality Test)

• Carries 50 marks.

D. Final Merit List

• Based on combined Main Examination + Interview marks (550 total), category-wise.
• Tie-breaker: higher Main Examination marks → older candidate by date of birth.

Syllabus Overview

• Preliminary: Engineering Mechanics, Soil Mechanics, Structural Analysis, Concrete/Steel Structure, Solid Mechanics, Fluid Mechanics, Irrigation, Transportation Engineering, Survey.
• Main Paper-I (General Studies): Science & Technology, Indian History & Culture, Geography of India (Odisha focus), Indian Polity, Indian Economy, Current Affairs.
• Main Paper-II (Civil Engineering): Solid Mechanics, Structural Analysis, Concrete/Steel Design (Limit State), Building Materials, Estimation & Management, Water Resources & Hydraulic Engineering, Environmental Engineering, Geotechnical Engineering, Transportation Engineering, Surveying.

Place of Examination

• Primarily Kataka (Cuttack); may also be held at Bhubaneswar, Baleshwar, Brahmapur, Sambalpur, or Jayapur depending on candidate volume per zone.
• Candidates must mention their examination zone choice in the online application.

How to Apply / Register / Check Status

1. Read the complete Advertisement carefully on the official OPSC website.
2. Apply online only through the official OPSC portal; applications via any other mode will not be accepted.
3. Read the detailed instructions on the OPSC portal before filling the form.
4. Fill in the automated online application form with accurate personal, educational, and category details.
5. Upload a scanned photograph, full signature, and Left-Hand Thumb Impression (LTI), each clearly identifiable.
6. Verify the submitted copy after submission; to modify any information, cancel and re-apply within the last date.
7. On successful submission, a unique Permanent Public Service Account Number (PPSAN) is assigned — take a printout of the registration and application forms and sign the declaration.
8. Submit the application well in advance of the closing date to avoid last-hour rush.

Required Documents Checklist

• HSC or equivalent certificate (age declaration)
• Intermediate/+2 Science pass certificate
• Degree (Civil Engineering) pass certificate or AMIE India (Civil)
• Mark-lists of all semesters/annual examinations (including fail marks)
• Required Odia Test Pass Certificate
• Caste certificate by birth for SEBC/SC/ST claims (women: "daughter of," not "wife of")
• Permanent Disability Certificate (40%+ disability) for PwD candidates
• Release Certificate for Ex-Servicemen
• No Objection Certificate from Head of Office (for government servants)
• Four recent passport-size photographs (within 6 months, unsigned)
• Proof of identity: Aadhaar / EPIC / Driving Licence / Passport / PAN Card
• Identity Card issued by Competent Authority (for Third Gender/Transgender candidates)
• SEBC (Non-Creamy Layer) certificate issued within 3 years of application date

Frequently Asked Questions

Q1. What is OPSC AEE Civil Recruitment 2026? It is a recruitment drive by the Odisha Public Service Commission for 46 posts of Assistant Executive Engineer (Civil) in Group-A of the Odisha Municipal Engineering Service Cadre under the Housing & Urban Development Department.

Q2. How many vacancies are available in OPSC AEE Civil Recruitment 2026? A total of 46 vacancies are available, including 15 posts reserved for women and 2 posts reserved for Persons with Disabilities.

Q3. What is the last date to apply for OPSC AEE Civil Recruitment 2026? The online application closing date is 11 September 2026 at 5:00 PM.

Q4. What is the qualification required for OPSC AEE Civil Recruitment 2026? Candidates need a graduate degree in Civil Engineering from a recognised University or Institution, or must be an Associate Member of the Institution of Engineers of India in Civil (AMIE Civil).

Q5. What is the age limit for OPSC AEE Civil Recruitment 2026? The age limit is 21 to 42 years as on 1 January 2026, with age relaxation of 5 years for SC/ST/SEBC/Women/Ex-Servicemen and 10 years for Persons with Disabilities.

Q6. What is the application fee for OPSC AEE Civil Recruitment 2026? The application fee is Rs. 700 for candidates other than SC/ST/PwD categories; SC, ST, and PwD candidates are exempt from the fee.

Q7. What is the salary for OPSC AEE Civil? The post carries pay in Level-12 of the pay matrix (pre-revised Pay Band-3, Rs. 15,600–39,100, with Grade Pay of Rs. 5,400), along with dearness allowance and other applicable allowances.

Q8. What is the selection process for OPSC AEE Civil Recruitment 2026? Selection is through a Preliminary Examination (100 marks, screening only), a Main Examination (500 marks across two papers), and an Interview (50 marks), with the final merit list based on the combined 550 marks of the Main Examination and Interview.

Q9. How can I apply online for OPSC AEE Civil Recruitment 2026? Candidates can apply online through the official OPSC website between 11 August 2026 and 11 September 2026, by filling the application form, uploading required documents, and paying the applicable fee.

Q10. When is the OPSC AEE Civil 2026 Preliminary Examination? The Preliminary Examination is scheduled for 8 November 2026 (Sunday); the detailed schedule and exam centre will be notified separately.