OPSC Language Officer Recruitment 2026 for 3 Posts – Apply Online @ opsc.gov.in

Table of Contents

• OPSC Language Officer Overview
• Vacancy Breakdown
• Eligibility Criteria
• How to Apply Online
• Frequently Asked Questions

OPSC Language Officer Recruitment 2026 – Apply for 3 Prestigious Posts

A golden opportunity has been announced by the Odisha Public Service Commission (OPSC) for Sarkari Naukri seekers! The official notification for OPSC Language Officer Recruitment 2026 has been released under Advertisement No. 03 of 2026-27. This latest government job notification invites online applications for 03 vacancies of Language Officer (Group-B) in the Law Department, Government of Odisha. Candidates with a background in Law and Odia/English language can secure this prestigious state government job in Odisha. Don't miss this chance – apply online between 3rd July and 3rd August 2026.

Why Apply for OPSC Language Officer 2026?

• Job Security: A Group-B Gazetted post under the Government of Odisha offers immense stability and a secure career.
• Attractive Salary: A starting salary of Rs. 35,400/- per month (Level-9 of Pay Matrix) as per ORSP Rules 2017, plus dearness and other allowances.
• Career Growth: Opportunities for promotion and career advancement within the state government services.
• Prestigious Role: Work directly under the Law Department, contributing to official translation and legal matters for the state.

OPSC Language Officer Vacancy 2026 – Detailed Breakdown

Eligibility Criteria for OPSC Language Officer Recruitment

Educational Qualification

Candidates must have completed any one of the following from a recognized university:

• Graduation with Odia as Honours subject; OR
• Graduation with English as Honours subject and Odia as Pass/Compulsory subject; OR
• Post-Graduation in Odia subject and Graduation in Law (LLB).

Additional Qualification: Candidates with at least 7 years of service or 3 years with 1 year in translation work in any Group ‘C’ or Group ‘B’ post in any Government Department, and not exceeding 45 years of age as on 01.01.2026, are also eligible.

Age Limit (as on 01.01.2026)

OPSC Language Officer Selection Process & Exam Pattern

The selection process for the Odisha PSC Language Officer recruitment involves two stages:

1. Written Examination (Subjective Type): Total 300 Marks (2 papers of 150 marks each).
2. Viva-Voce Test: 40 Marks.

Note: Candidates must secure at least 40% marks in aggregate in the Written Test (35% for ST candidates) to be called for the Viva-Voce.

OPSC Language Officer Salary 2026

Selected candidates will receive a monthly salary of Rs. 35,400/- (Level-9 of Pay Matrix under ORSP Rules 2017), along with usual dearness and other allowances as sanctioned by the Government of Odisha.

How to Apply Online for OPSC Language Officer Recruitment

Follow these steps to complete your application for the Odisha PSC recruitment:

1. Visit the official OPSC website: https://opsc.gov.in
2. Click on the "Online Application" link for Advertisement No. 03 of 2026-27.
3. Read the detailed instructions carefully.
4. Click on "New Registration" and fill in the basic details to generate your unique PPSAN.
5. Log in using your PPSAN and fill the complete application form.
6. Upload the scanned images of your photograph, signature, and left-hand thumb impression (LTI).
7. Pay the application fee of Rs. 700/- (if applicable) through online mode. SC/ST/PwD candidates are exempted.
8. Verify all details before final submission.
9. Submit the application and take a printout for future reference.

Important: The application fee will be refunded only to candidates who appear in both papers of the Written Examination.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)