Method of Selection:

1. The selection of candidates for recruitment to the posts of Veterinary Assistant Surgeon/Additional Veterinary Assistant Surgeon shall be made on the basis of Written Examination.
2. The total marks for the written examination shall be 800.
3. There shall be two papers i.e. Paper-I & Paper-II, each consisting of 200 questions and carrying 400 marks.
4. The duration of each paper shall be 2.5 hours.
5. The questions shall be of MCQ (Objective type) Pattern.
6. The plan of Written Examination is mentioned below.

Place of Examination:

The Written examination will be held at Cuttack/Bhubaneswar.

Age Criteria for OPSC Veterinary Assistant Surgeon Recruitment 2024

1. Age Requirements:
   • For OPSC Veterinary Assistant Surgeon Recruitment 2024, candidates must be between 21 (twenty-one) and 38 (thirty-eight) years old for Fresh Candidates as of January 1, 2023. Their birth should fall between January 2, 1985, and January 15, 2002.
   • In-service candidates from the feeder cadre, such as TGT for Government High Schools under the School & Mass Education Department of Odisha, have a maximum age limit of 45 (forty-five) years for OPSC Veterinary Assistant Surgeon Recruitment 2024 as of January 1, 2023.
   • Candidates belonging to Scheduled Caste, Scheduled Tribe, Socially and Educationally Backward Classes, Women, Ex-Servicemen, and Persons With Disabilities (permanent disability of 40% or more) can avail relaxation of up to 5 (five) years and 10 (ten) years, respectively, for OPSC Veterinary Assistant Surgeon Recruitment 2024. Persons with Disabilities in SC/ST/SEBC categories are entitled to a cumulative age relaxation of 15 years.
   • The age limits set for OPSC Veterinary Assistant Surgeon Recruitment 2024 cannot be relaxed beyond the provided provisions. The date of birth mentioned in the High School Certificate or equivalent issued by the relevant Board/Council will be considered valid by the Commission.

Educational Qualification for OPSC Veterinary Assistant Surgeon Recruitment 2024

1. Bachelor’s Degree Requirement:
   • For OPSC Veterinary Assistant Surgeon Recruitment 2024, candidates must hold a Bachelor’s degree in Veterinary Science & Animal Husbandry (B.V.Sc. & A.H.) or an equivalent degree from a recognized University, College, or Institution in India or abroad.
   • Candidates with degrees from foreign universities should possess conversion certificates recognized by the Veterinary Council of India (VCI) to be eligible for OPSC Veterinary Assistant Surgeon Recruitment 2024.
   • It is essential for candidates to have a valid Registration Certificate under the Odisha Veterinary Practitioners Act, 1970 (Section 21) to qualify for the OPSC Veterinary Assistant Surgeon Recruitment 2024.

How to Apply for OPSC Veterinary Assistant Surgeon Recruitment 2024:

1. Advertisement Details Review:
   • Candidates applying for OPSC Veterinary Assistant Surgeon Recruitment 2024 must thoroughly review the advertisement details available on the OPSC website before initiating the online application process.
2. Online Application Submission:
   • OPSC Veterinary Assistant Surgeon Recruitment 2024 mandates candidates to apply exclusively through the OPSC website (http://opsc.gov.in). Applications submitted through any other mode will not be entertained and will be rejected outright.
3. Instructions Review:
   • Before filling the online application form, candidates should carefully read and understand the detailed instructions provided on the OPSC portal.
4. Online Form Guidance:
   • The online application form for OPSC Veterinary Assistant Surgeon Recruitment 2024 is automated and system-driven, guiding applicants seamlessly through the process. It’s crucial to input accurate information since edit options are limited post-confirmation.
5. Document Upload:
   • Candidates are required to upload scanned images of their latest passport-sized photograph, full signature, and Left-hand Thumb Impression (LTI) in the online application form for OPSC Veterinary Assistant Surgeon Recruitment 2024. These uploaded images must be clearly identifiable; otherwise, the Commission may reject the application without considering any representations.
6. Photograph Copies:
   • Applicants should retain at least four copies of the latest passport-sized photograph uploaded in the online application form for future use.
7. Final Submission and Signature:
   • Upon successful submission of the online registration, candidates will be assigned a unique “Permanent Public Service Account Number (PPSAN).” They must take a printout of the final online Registration/Re-registration and the submitted Online Application forms, sign the declaration, and submit them to OPSC when requested, along with requisite certificates and documents.
8. Submission Timing:
   • It’s advisable to submit the Online Application Form for OPSC Veterinary Assistant Surgeon Recruitment 2024 well in advance of the closing date to avoid last-minute congestion.
9. Admission Certificate:
   • The Certificate of Admission for the written examination will be available on the OPSC website before the examination date. Candidates must download and produce the Admission Certificate at the Examination Centre for entry. No separate communication will be provided regarding this.
10. Document Verification and Complaints:

• Notice for document verification and the “Attestation form” will be uploaded on the OPSC website before the scheduled Document Verification date. Complaints regarding the examination’s conduct should be directed to the Commission’s Grievance Wing via email ([email protected]) within seven days of the examination’s completion.