Odisha Public Service Commission โ Higher Education Department
| Application Start | 24 Jul 2026 |
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| Interview Date | 12 Aug 2026 |
| Post Name | Assistant Professor (Stage-I) in Economics |
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| Total Vacancies | 92 |
| Qualification | Post Graduate in Economics with PhD/NET as per original advertisement standards |
| Selection Process | Interview based on domain knowledge, pedagogy, and research record. |
The Odisha Public Service Commission (OPSC) has released the official interview schedule for the post of Assistant Professor (Stage-I) in Economics, pertaining to Advertisement No. 27 of 2023-24. A total of 92 candidates have been shortlisted for the final stage of the selection process.
The interviews will be conducted at the OPSC Office in Cuttack from 12 August 2026 to 14 August 2026. Candidates are advised to report according to their specific date and time slot as per their Permanent Public Service Account Number (PPSAN).
| Date | Session | Time |
|---|---|---|
| 12-08-2026 | Morning/Afternoon | 10:30 AM / 2:30 PM |
| 13-08-2026 | Morning/Afternoon | 10:30 AM / 2:30 PM |
| 14-08-2026 | Morning/Afternoon | 10:30 AM / 2:30 PM |
Venue: Office of the Commission, 19, Dr. P. K. Parija Road, Cuttack โ 753001.
The interview is conducted for a total of 100 marks based on three specific components:
As part of the evaluation, candidates must deliver a demo presentation. The session will last for 8 to 10 minutes. Candidates should be prepared to present a topic of their choice or one assigned by the Interview Board using the provided whiteboard.
Candidates must appear with the following documents in original, ensuring that personal identification (name/roll number) is masked on all academic records to maintain the anonymity of the identity-less interview process:
Final merit is determined solely by interview performance. In the event of tied marks, preference is given in order of: Domain Knowledge score, Pedagogical Skill score, original academic scores (Table 3B), and finally, date of birth (older candidate prioritized).
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