In view of the impending cyclonic storm ‘Arnab’ forming over the Bay of Bengal, the Odisha Public Service Commission (OPSC) has announced a revision in the schedule for the Odisha Civil Services (OCS) Main Written Examination 2025.
According to an official notification released on October 26, the examination dates for two days have been postponed to ensure the safety and well-being of candidates across the state.
Revised Exam Timetable
As per the revised schedule:
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October 29 Exam Shifted to October 31 (Saturday):
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Morning Session (9:00 AM – 12:00 PM): Odia Language Paper
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Afternoon Session (2:00 PM – 5:00 PM): English Language Paper
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October 30 Exam Shifted to November 5 (Thursday):
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The Essay paper originally slated for October 30 will now take place in the morning session on November 5.
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Unchanged Dates
The Commission clarified that the examinations scheduled for November 2, 4, and 7 remain unchanged:
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November 2: General Studies Paper-1 and Paper-2
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November 4: General Studies Paper-3 and Paper-4
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November 7: Optional Subject (Papers 1 & 2)
Key Exam Details at a Glance
| Exam Date (Original) | Revised Date | Subject / Paper | Time / Session |
| Oct 29 | Oct 31 (Sat) | Odia Language Paper | Morning (9:00 AM – 12:00 PM) |
| Oct 29 | Oct 31 (Sat) | English Language Paper | Afternoon (2:00 PM – 5:00 PM) |
| Oct 30 | Nov 5 (Thu) | Essay Paper | Morning Session |
| Nov 2 (Unchanged) | Nov 2 | General Studies (Papers 1 & 2) | Scheduled Times |
| Nov 4 (Unchanged) | Nov 4 | General Studies (Papers 3 & 4) | Scheduled Times |
| Nov 7 (Unchanged) | Nov 7 | Optional Subjects (Papers 1 & 2) | Scheduled Times |
Important Note for Candidates
Around 5,690 candidates are set to appear for the OCS Main Examination this year. OPSC stated that prioritising the safety of examinees during severe weather conditions led to this rescheduling decision.
Important Takeaway: Candidates should note that back-to-back examinations will now take place on November 4 and 5, requiring a quick adjustment in final preparation strategies. Additionally, PwD candidates will receive extra compensatory time in each session as per standard guidelines.
OPSC advises all candidates to download their updated admit cards and verify the complete revised schedule directly from the official OPSC website. Aspirants are also encouraged to keep a close watch on further announcements, as weather conditions are actively being monitored.
