The Odisha Public Service Commission (OPSC) is going to conduct the Odisha Civil Services (OCS) Examination to recruit candidates for Group-A and Group-B services under the Odisha State Government.
This article provides the official and detailed syllabus for OCS 2025, including Preliminary Examination and Main Examination, strictly as per Schedule-III of the official OPSC notification.
⚠️ Note: This syllabus is extracted directly from the official OPSC OCS 2025 advertisement. No unofficial sources or assumptions are used.
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🔎 Quick Overview – OCS 2025 Syllabus
- Exam Conducting Body: Odisha Public Service Commission (OPSC)
- Exam Name: Odisha Civil Services Examination (OCS) 2025
- Stages of Exam:
- Preliminary Examination
- Main Written Examination
- Interview / Personality Test
- Mode of Exam:
- Prelims – Objective (MCQ)
- Mains – Descriptive
OCS 2025 Preliminary Examination Syllabus
Preliminary Exam Pattern
- Number of Papers: 2 (Compulsory)
- Marks: 200 marks each
- Duration: 2 hours per paper
- Question Type: Objective (MCQs)
- Medium: English
- Qualifying Nature:
- General Studies Paper-I is to be decided by authorities
- General Studies Paper-II minimum 33%
📘 General Studies – Paper I (200 Marks)
The syllabus for GS Paper-I includes the following topics:
- Current events of national and international importance
- History of India and Indian National Movement
- History of Odisha and Odia Nationalism
- Odisha and Indian Geography
- Physical Geography
- Social Geography
- Economic Geography of India and the World
- Indian Polity and Governance
- Constitution
- Political System
- Panchayati Raj
- Public Policy
- Rights Issues
- Economic and Social Development
- Sustainable Development
- Poverty
- Inclusion
- Demographics
- Social Sector Initiatives
- General issues on Environmental Ecology
- Biodiversity
- Climate Change (no subject specialisation required)
- General Science
📘 General Studies – Paper II (Qualifying – 200 Marks)
This paper tests aptitude and reasoning skills. The syllabus includes:
- Comprehension
- Interpersonal skills including communication skills
- Logical reasoning and analytical ability
- Decision-making and problem-solving
- General mental ability
- Basic numeracy (Class X level)
- Data interpretation (charts, graphs, tables – Class X level)
✅ Marks obtained in GS Paper-II are not counted for merit, but candidates must secure at least 33% to qualify.
OCS 2025 Main Examination Syllabus
Main Examination Structure
- Written Examination followed by Interview
- Written examination consists of:
- Compulsory papers
- One Optional subject (2 papers)
📝 Compulsory Language Papers (Qualifying)
1. Odia Language
- Comprehension of given passages
- Short essay
- Precis writing
- Grammar and usage
(Qualifying in nature)
2. English Language
- Comprehension of given passages
- Precis writing
- Usage and vocabulary
- Short essay
(Qualifying in nature)
📝 Essay Paper
- Candidates are required to write essays on multiple topics
- Essay topics may cover:
- National issues
- International affairs
- Odisha-specific issues
- Social, economic and political themes
- Evaluation focuses on:
- Clarity of thought
- Logical organisation
- Effective and precise expression
📚 General Studies Papers (Main Examination)
📘 General Studies – Paper I
- Indian Heritage and Culture
- History and Geography of the World and Society
- History and Culture of Odisha
📘 General Studies – Paper II
- Indian Constitution
- Governance
- Polity
- Social Justice
- International Relations
📘 General Studies – Paper III
- Indian Economy
- Agriculture
- Science and Technology
- Environment
- Disaster Management
📘 General Studies – Paper IV
- Ethics
- Integrity
- Aptitude
- Human Values
- Emotional Intelligence
- Probity in Public Life
- Case Studies on ethical issues
🎯 Optional Subject
- Candidates must choose one Optional Subject
- Optional subjects are as notified by OPSC in the official syllabus
Interview / Personality Test
Candidates shortlisted after the Main Examination will be called for the Interview / Personality Test.
The interview assesses:
- Mental alertness
- Critical powers of assimilation
- Clear and logical exposition
- Balance of judgment
- Leadership qualities
- Intellectual and moral integrity
Important Notes for Aspirants
- Preliminary Examination is screening in nature
- Marks of Prelims are not added to final merit
- Only candidates qualifying Prelims are eligible for Mains
- Final merit is based on Mains + Interview
- Candidates may write papers in Odia or English, except language papers
Conclusion
The Odisha Civil Services (OCS) Examination 2025 syllabus is extensive and requires integrated preparation for both Preliminary and Main examinations. Aspirants are advised to align their preparation strictly with the official syllabus released by OPSC and focus on both static and current-oriented subjects.
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- Official Site : opsc.gov.in
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