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OPSC Assistant Executive Engineer Recruitment 2026: Apply Online for 758 AEE (Civil & Mechanical) Posts

Advt No: Advertisement No. 13 of 2026-27•Odisha Public Service Commission (OPSC)

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⏳ 32 Days Left to Apply
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Total Vacancies
OPSC

758

Assistant Executive Engineer - Civil (Group A), Assistant Executive Engineer - Mechanical (Group A)

Min Qualification
Age Limit & Cut-off

21 – 42 Yrs

as on 1 Jan 2026

Pay Scale / Salary

₹56,100–₹1,77,500

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Odisha Public Service Commission (OPSC) (Advt No: Advertisement No. 13 of 2026-27)

About this Recruitment

The Odisha Public Service Commission (OPSC) has released Advertisement No. 13 of 2026-27 inviting applications for 758 Assistant Executive Engineer (AEE Group A Gazetted) vacancies in the Odisha Engineering Service. Openings include 750 posts in Civil Engineering and 8 posts in Mechanical Engineering across the Water Resources and Works Departments. Selection will be made through 90% weightage on valid GATE scores (2024, 2025, or 2026) and 10% weightage on Viva Voce (Interview). The pay structure corresponds to Level 12 of ORSP Rules 2017 with starting basic pay of ₹56,100 per month. Online registration is open from 22 October 2026 until 11 November 2026 on opsc.gov.in with zero application fee.

✨ Copilot Highlights

  • Direct recruitment for 758 Group 'A' Assistant Executive Engineer posts in Odisha Engineering Service.
  • Major vacancy share in Civil Engineering (750 posts), followed by Mechanical Engineering (8 posts).
  • Merit determination based on 90% GATE score weightage + 10% Viva Voce (Interview); no conventional preliminary/written exam.
  • Pay Level 12 under ORSP Rules 2017 (Basic Pay ₹56,100 to ₹1,77,500), delivering an estimated initial in-hand salary of ~₹89,233/month.
  • Complete fee exemption: ₹0 application fee for all candidates across every community.
  • Registration window is live from 22 October 2026 through 11 November 2026 (5:00 PM) on opsc.gov.in.

Age Limit & Eligibility Calculator

Minimum Age

21 Years

Maximum Age

42 Years

* Age calculated as on: 1 January 2026

Category-Wise Age Relaxations:

SEBC, SC, ST and Women Candidates: +5 Years
Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwD): +10 Years
Ex-Servicemen (ESM): +5 Years

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Select your DOB and category (Calculated as on 1 January 2026)

Educational Eligibility: B TECH BE

Important Dates & Timeline

1

Notification Released

9 October 2026

2

Application Start Date

22 October 2026

3

Last Date to Apply

11 November 2026

4

Exam Date

20 December 2026

Vacancy Breakdown

Post NameVacanciesEligibility
Assistant Executive Engineer - Civil (Group A)750 B TECH BE
Assistant Executive Engineer - Mechanical (Group A)8 B TECH BE
Compensation & 7th CPC Pay Matrix

Pay Scale & In-Hand Salary Simulator

Pay Level / Grade: Level 12, Cell 1 under ORSP Rules 2017 (Basic Pay ₹56,100 to ₹1,77,500) plus DA (50%), HRA (18%), and Government Medical Allowances

Official Pay Scale

₹56,100 - ₹1,77,500

Select Posting City Tier (Calculates HRA & In-Hand):
Ministry of Finance City Classification
Covered Locations: State Capitals & cities with 5–50 lakh population (e.g. Jaipur, Lucknow, Patna, Bhopal, Chandigarh)
Monthly Allowances & Earnings
Tier Y
Basic Pay₹56,100
Dearness Allowance (DA)50%
₹28,050
House Rent Allowance (HRA)18%
₹10,098
Transport Allowance (TA)₹5,400
Gross Monthly Salary₹99,648
Standard Deductions
Statutory
National Pension System (NPS)10% (Basic+DA)
-₹8,415
CGHS / Health Insurance-₹650
Group Insurance (CGEGIS)-₹60
Total Deductions-₹9,125
Estimated Monthly In-Hand in Class Y (Tier-2 Cities)

₹90,523

/ month (take-home)

Credited directly to the candidate's salary account after statutory NPS (10%) and medical deductions.

Approx Annual Gross (CTC)

₹11.96 LPA

Verified Statutory Pay Rules & Legal Disclaimer

Statutory Rules Disclaimer: The in-hand salary figures displayed above are illustrative estimates computed under 7th Central Pay Commission (7th CPC) / State Government Pay Matrix norms (Basic Pay + Dearness Allowance + City-Tier HRA + Transport Allowance minus statutory 10% NPS and health insurance contributions). Actual net monthly take-home on the candidate's official pay slip will vary based on exact posting location, city classification, entitlement/opting of government quarters (which waives HRA), and department-specific allowances. For binding statutory terms, please refer to the official recruitment notification.

Scheme of Examination & Syllabus

Exam Pattern & Detailed Syllabus

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Stage 1: GATE Score Evaluation (90% Weightage)

Exam Mode: Normalized GATE Score Shortlisting

Total Marks: 90
Subject / SectionNo. of QuestionsMax Marks
GATE Civil Engineering (CE) / Mechanical Engineering (ME)6590

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GATE Civil / Mechanical Engineering Domain

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Viva Voce & Personality Assessment

0 / 3 done
Official Application Protocol

How to Apply Online: Step-by-Step Guide

Keep all required educational certificates, scanned photograph, and signature ready before opening the application form.

1

Visit the official website of OPSC at opsc.gov.in.

2

Click on 'Apply Online' and navigate to Advertisement No. 13 of 2026-27 for Assistant Executive Engineer.

3

Complete user registration by providing full name, mobile number, email address, and generating login credentials.

4

Fill in academic qualification details including 10th standard Odia pass proof and B.Tech/B.E. degree marks.

5

Enter your valid GATE Registration Number, Year (2024, 2025, or 2026), and GATE Score/Marks obtained.

6

Upload scanned copies of recent passport size photograph, signature, left thumb impression, and GATE scorecard.

7

Verify all filled data in the preview window to ensure 100% accuracy.

8

Submit the application online before the deadline of 11 November 2026 (5:00 PM) and print the submitted application form for future verification.

Document Upload Specifications
Verified Official Format

Recent Passport Size Photograph

Clear color photograph on white background, JPG format, 20 KB to 100 KB

Scanned Signature & Thumb Impression

Black ink on white paper, JPG format, 10 KB to 50 KB each

Valid GATE Scorecard

PDF format, official GATE 2024/2025/2026 scorecard clearly displaying registration number and score

Engineering Degree Certificate & Grade Sheets

PDF format, B.E./B.Tech degree or provisional certificate from AICTE/UGC recognized university

Odia Language Pass Certificate

HSC / 10th standard mark sheet or Middle School certificate indicating Odia passed as a subject

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Application Fee Details

All Candidates (General / SEBC / SC / ST / PwD / Women)Free

Payment Modes: No Application Fee required as per Odisha Government notification

Selection Process

1
Stage 1: Shortlisting based on valid Graduate Aptitude Test in Engineering (GATE) score in Civil or Mechanical Engineering (GATE 2024 / 2025 / 2026) carrying 90% weightage (90 marks)
2
Stage 2: Viva Voce / Personality Interview conducted by OPSC carrying 10% weightage (10 marks)
3
Stage 3: Document Verification (DV) and Medical Fitness Examination by the Board of Medical Officers

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the total number of vacancies in OPSC AEE Recruitment 2026?

A total of 758 Group 'A' vacancies have been advertised, comprising 750 posts for Assistant Executive Engineer (Civil) and 8 posts for Assistant Executive Engineer (Mechanical).

What is the selection criteria for OPSC AEE 2026?

Selection is based on a two-tier evaluation: 90% weightage is allocated to a valid GATE score (from GATE 2024, 2025, or 2026 in CE/ME), and 10% weightage is evaluated via the Viva Voce / Personality Interview conducted by OPSC.

What is the educational qualification required?

Candidates must hold a Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering or Mechanical Engineering from a recognized university or institute, or pass Sections A & B of the Institution of Engineers (AMIE), along with a valid GATE score.

Is there any Odia language requirement for OPSC AEE?

Yes, candidates must be able to read, write, and speak Odia, and must have passed Middle School / HSC Examination with Odia as a language subject, or passed an equivalent Odia test conducted by the School & Mass Education Department of Odisha.

What is the application fee for OPSC AEE 2026?

The application fee has been completely waived by the Government of Odisha. Application is free (₹0) for all categories.

What are the important registration dates?

Online applications commence on 22 October 2026 and close on 11 November 2026 at 5:00 PM on the official website opsc.gov.in.

Application StatusActive

Last Date to Apply

11 November 2026

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