The Odisha Public Service Commission (OPSC) has officially announced the exam date for the Odisha Civil Services (OCS) Preliminary Examination 2024. Aspiring civil servants in Odisha can now mark their calendars for October 27, 2024 (Sunday), the day the exam is scheduled to be held. This announcement was made in an official notice released by the Commission.
The OCS Prelims serves as the crucial first step in the selection process for various prestigious positions within the Odisha Civil Services. Candidates who successfully clear the Prelims exam will be eligible to advance to the Mains examination.
Exam Pattern and Structure
The OCS Prelims exam comprises two papers: General Studies I and General Studies II. Each paper carries a weightage of 200 marks, and candidates are allotted 2 hours to complete each paper.
Marking Scheme and Negative Marking
It’s important to note that there is a negative marking scheme in place for the OCS Prelims exam. For every incorrect answer, 0.25 marks will be deducted.
Selection Process: A Multi-Stage Journey
The final selection for Odisha Civil Services positions is a multi-stage process that includes the Prelims, Mains, and an Interview. Candidates who clear the Prelims exam hurdle will then be required to appear for the Mains examination, which involves multiple papers.
The final merit list for the Odisha Civil Services will be generated based on the combined scores obtained in the Mains exam and the subsequent interview.
For the latest updates and detailed information regarding the OCS Prelims 2024 exam, including the official notification and examination syllabus, candidates are advised to visit the official website of the OPSC. Good luck to all aspiring candidates!
