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OPSC Recruitment 2026 for 46 Assistant Executive Engineer (Civil) – Apply Online @ opsc.gov.in

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Organization
Location / State
Total Vacancies
👥 46 Posts
Last Date
⏰ 11 September 2026
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Recruitment Highlights & Key Fact-Sheet

Summary of official notification, eligibility criteria, vacancies, and key dates.

🏛️ Official Notification Summary
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Total Vacancies
46 Posts
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Salary / Pay Scale
As per Govt Norms
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Application Mode
Online
Last Date to Apply
11 September 2026
🏛️ Conducting Body Odisha Public Service Commission 📑 Advt / Notification No. Refer Official Notification
💼 Post Name Assistant Executive Engineer (Civil) – Group-A 📍 Job Location Cuttack, Orissa
🎓 Qualification Refer Official Notification 🎂 Age Criteria Refer Notification
💵 Application Fee Refer Notification 🎯 Selection Method Merit / Written Test / Interview
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OPSC Recruitment 2026 for 46 Assistant Executive Engineer (Civil) – Apply Online @ opsc.gov.in

Quick Summary – OPSC AEE Civil Recruitment 2026

OrganizationOdisha Public Service Commission (OPSC)
Post NameAssistant Executive Engineer (Civil) – Group-A
Total Vacancies46 (15 for Women)
Last Date11 September 2026 (5:00 PM)
Official Websitehttps://opsc.gov.in

Golden Opportunity for Civil Engineers! The Odisha Public Service Commission (OPSC) has released Advertisement No. 07 of 2026-27 for recruitment to 46 posts of Assistant Executive Engineer (Civil) in the Odisha Municipal Engineering Service Cadre. This is a Group-A Government Job under the Housing & Urban Development Department, Government of Odisha. Don't miss this Sarkari Naukri 2026 chance – apply online from 11 August to 11 September 2026.

OPSC AEE Civil Recruitment 2026 Important Dates

Key Dates for OPSC AEE Civil 2026
EventDate
Notification Release4 August 2026
Online Application Start11 August 2026
Online Application End11 September 2026 (5:00 PM)
Preliminary Exam8 November 2026 (Sunday)
Main Exam & InterviewTo be notified later

OPSC AEE Civil Vacancy 2026 – Category-wise Breakdown

Detailed Vacancy Breakdown for OPSC Assistant Executive Engineer (Civil) Recruitment 2026
Post DesignationCategoryVacancy CountWomen Reservation
Assistant Executive Engineer (Civil)UR248
Assistant Executive Engineer (Civil)SEBC52
Assistant Executive Engineer (Civil)SC72
Assistant Executive Engineer (Civil)ST103
Total 4615

Note: 2 posts reserved for PwD (Category I & II). Exchange of vacancies between categories is not allowed except as per rules.

✅ Eligibility Criteria – OPSC AEE Civil 2026

Educational Qualification

  • Graduate in Civil Engineering from a recognized University/Institution, OR
  • Associate Member of the Institution of Engineers India (AMIE) in Civil

Age Limit (as on 1 January 2026)

  • Minimum: 21 years
  • Maximum: 42 years
  • Age Relaxation: SC/ST/SEBC/Women/Ex-Servicemen – 5 years; PwD – 10 years; Cumulative for PwD + SC/ST/SEBC – 15 years

Odia Language Requirement

Must be able to read, write, and speak Odia, proven by any of the prescribed methods (e.g., Odia as a subject in Middle School, Matriculation with Odia medium, etc.).

Other Conditions

  • Indian Citizen
  • Good moral character and mental/physical fitness
  • No more than one living spouse (unless exempted)
  • Not debarred by any Public Service Commission

Application Fee

OPSC AEE Civil Application Fee 2026
CategoryFeeRefund
General / OBC / SEBCRs. 700Refunded if appear in Preliminary Exam
SC / ST / PwDNil

Fee payable online via Net Banking/Card. Refund processed to original payment mode.

Salary & Benefits

As per Level-12 of the Pay Matrix (ORSP Rules 2017): Rs. 15,600 – Rs. 39,100 with Grade Pay of Rs. 5,400 plus DA, HRA, and other allowances. This is a Group-A, Gazetted post with excellent career progression and job security – a true Sarkari Naukri with 7th CPC benefits.

Selection Process – OPSC AEE Civil 2026

  1. Preliminary Examination: Objective type (100 marks, 1 hour 30 mins), negative marking (25% per wrong answer). Qualifying only – marks not counted in final merit.
  2. Main Examination: Two papers – General Studies (200 marks) & Civil Engineering (300 marks). Objective type, 2 marks per correct answer, negative marking.
  3. Interview: Personality Test (50 marks).
  4. Final Merit: Based on Main Exam + Interview marks (total 550).

Syllabus for OPSC AEE Civil 2026

Preliminary Exam (Civil Engineering)

Engineering Mechanics, Soil Mechanics, Structural Analysis, Concrete & Steel Structures, Fluid Mechanics, Irrigation, Transportation, Surveying.

Main Exam Paper I – General Studies (+2 Level)

Science & Technology, History, Geography, Polity, Economy, Current Affairs (National & Odisha).

Main Exam Paper II – Civil Engineering (Degree Level)

Solid Mechanics, Structural Analysis, RCC & Steel Design, Building Materials, Water Resources, Environmental Engineering, Geotechnical, Transportation, Surveying.

Exam Centers

Primary center: Cuttack. Other possible centers: Bhubaneswar, Baleshwar, Brahmapur, Sambalpur, Jayapur. Candidates choose zone in application.

Required Documents (to upload)

  • HSC/Equivalent (age proof)
  • Degree/AMIE Certificate
  • Odia Test Pass Certificate
  • Caste/Category Certificate (if applicable)
  • PwD Certificate (if applicable)
  • Ex-Servicemen Release Certificate
  • No Objection Certificate (if employed)
  • Passport-size photos, ID proof, Aadhaar

️ How to Apply for OPSC AEE Civil Recruitment 2026

  1. Visit https://opsc.gov.in and read the full notification.
  2. Click on 'Apply Online' for AEE Civil (Advertisement No. 07/2026-27).
  3. Register and fill in personal, educational, and category details.
  4. Upload scanned documents (photo, signature, left thumb impression).
  5. Pay fee (if applicable) online.
  6. Submit and note the Permanent Public Service Account Number (PPSAN).
  7. Take printout of application form.

Apply before 11 September 2026 (5:00 PM). Late/incomplete applications will be rejected.

❓ Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) – OPSC AEE Civil 2026

1. What is the last date to apply for OPSC AEE Civil 2026?

The last date to submit the online application is 11 September 2026 till 5:00 PM.

2. What is the total number of vacancies for OPSC AEE Civil Recruitment 2026?

There are 46 vacancies, out of which 15 are reserved for women.

3. Can I apply if I am an AMIE (Civil) holder?

Yes, Associate Members of the Institution of Engineers India in Civil are eligible.

4. What is the age limit for OPSC AEE Civil 2026?

Minimum 21 years, maximum 42 years as on 1 January 2026. Age relaxation applicable as per rules.

5. Is there negative marking in the exam?

Yes, 25% of marks allotted to a question are deducted for each incorrect answer in both Preliminary and Main exams.

6. What is the salary for Assistant Executive Engineer (Civil) in OPSC?

The pay scale is Level-12 of the Pay Matrix (Rs. 15,600 – Rs. 39,100) with Grade Pay Rs. 5,400 plus allowances.

7. What is the selection process for OPSC AEE Civil?

Three stages: Preliminary Exam (qualifying), Main Exam (2 papers), and Interview. Final merit based on Main + Interview marks.

8. Where can I get the official notification PDF?

The official notification is available on the OPSC website https://opsc.gov.in under 'What's New'.