OPSC Assistant Professor (Physics) Stage-I Interview Schedule 2026
Odisha Public Service Commission (OPSC) — Higher Education Department
Executive Summary & Key Facts
The Odisha Public Service Commission (OPSC) has issued an official recruitment notification for Assistant Professor (Stage-I) - Physics, announcing a total of 69 vacancies located in All India. To be eligible, applicants must hold As per Advt No. 27 of 2023-2024 (PhD/Post Graduate in Physics), with category relaxation applicable as per government guidelines. The selection procedure comprises Interview and document verification. For complete guidelines, syllabus breakdown, and official notification PDF, refer to the verified information below on ApplySarkariJob.
📅 Important Dates & Schedule
| Interview Date / Walk-in | 10 Sep 2026 |
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📋 Eligibility Criteria & Vacancy Overview
| Post Name | Assistant Professor (Stage-I) - Physics |
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| Total Vacancies | 69 |
| Qualification | As per Advt No. 27 of 2023-2024 (PhD/Post Graduate in Physics) |
| Selection Process | Interview and document verification |
📝 Detailed Notification Guide
OPSC Assistant Professor (Physics) Interview Overview 2026
The Odisha Public Service Commission (OPSC) has officially announced the interview schedule for the post of Assistant Professor (Stage-I) in Physics under Advertisement No. 27 of 2023-2024. A total of 69 candidates have been shortlisted for the interview process based on their academic and professional qualifications.
Interview Schedule Details
The interviews are scheduled to be held on 10 September 2026 and 11 September 2026. Candidates must report to the OPSC office in Cuttack (Kataka) according to the session-wise allocation.
| Date | Session Time | Candidate Count |
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| 10 September 2026 | 10:30 AM | 18 |
| 10 September 2026 | 02:30 PM | 15 |
| 11 September 2026 | 10:30 AM | 21 |
| 11 September 2026 | 02:30 PM | 15 |
Required Documentation for Interview
Candidates are required to bring both original documents for scrutiny and specific sets of copies for the Interview Board as per Notice No. 1306/PSC. Required items include:
- Four sets of the best 4 original research publications/articles (first or second author only).
- Four sets of the best 2 authored/co-authored books.
- A 2-page synopsis of the PhD thesis (4 sets).
- Annexures I to V covering publications, authored books, seminar participation, and awards.
- Original copies of PhD thesis, research papers, and award certificates.
Interview Modalities and Conduct
The selection process employs an identity-less format to ensure transparency. Candidates will be assigned a random system-generated code number. The Interview Board will be allocated to candidates via a 'draw of lots' process conducted in the presence of all attendees. Candidates are advised to reach the venue two hours prior to the session start time and be prepared for an 8–10 minute pedagogical presentation.
1. Is the selection process based solely on the interview performance?
No, the merit list is prepared based on cumulative performance as defined in the advertisement. Participation in the interview does not guarantee selection.
2. What happens if I miss the 'draw of lots' time?
If a candidate is absent during the draw, the board will be assigned by another present candidate through the prescribed draw process.
