Age
21-42 Years
Min Qualification
Graduation
Location
Odisha
The Odisha Public Service Commission (OPSC) has officially released a fresh notification for the recruitment of Dental Surgeons in Group-A (Junior Branch) under the Health & Family Welfare Department of Odisha. This is a prestigious opportunity for BDS graduates to secure a permanent government career in the state’s medical services.
Selected candidates will be placed in Level-12, Cell-1 of the ORSP Rules, 2017, which comes with an attractive salary package including dearness and other state-sanctioned allowances. If you have been waiting for a significant opening in the dental medical cadre, this is your chance to serve the community while building a stable future.
BDS or equivalent degree from a recognized Medical College/Institution.
Valid Registration Certificate under the "Dentist Act-1948".
Fees must be paid through online mode during the application process:
General/SEBC Candidates: ₹700/-
SC/ST/PwD (Odisha Residents): Exempted (Nil)
Refund Policy: The fee will be refunded to candidates who actually appear in the written test.
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What is the last date to apply?
Ans: The link closes on April 17, 2026, at 5:00 PM.
What is the exam date?
Ans: It is tentatively scheduled for June 21, 2026.
Is there negative marking?
Ans: Yes, 0.25 marks are deducted for each incorrect response.
Can I apply if I don't know Odia?
Ans: You must be able to read, write, and speak Odia and pass a language test within 4 years of joining.
What is the application fee for SC/ST?
Ans: There is no fee for SC, ST, and PwD candidates of Odisha.
Is the post permanent?
Ans: The posts are temporary but likely to be made permanent.
What is the qualifying mark?
Ans: It will be decided by the OPSC during the merit list recommendation.
Where will the exam be held?
Ans: At centres in Cuttack / Bhubaneswar.
Can government employees apply?
Ans: Yes, provided they have an NOC from their department.
What happens if I don't join after selection?
Ans: You may be permanently debarred from state service and bond amounts will be recovered.