OPSC AEE Recruitment 2026 – 46 Posts, Apply Online

1. Preliminary Examination — A screening test (100 marks, objective type) in Civil Engineering. Marks are not counted for the final merit list.
2. Main Examination — Consists of two objective type papers (500 marks total): Paper-I (General Studies) and Paper-II (Civil Engineering).
3. Interview (Personality Test) — Carries 50 marks.
4. Final Merit List — Prepared based on combined marks from the Main Examination and Interview.

OPSC Assistant Executive Engineer Civil Recruitment 2026 Overview

Here's a quick summary of the OPSC AEE Civil Recruitment 2026:

• Recruiting Body: Odisha Public Service Commission (OPSC)
• Department: Housing & Urban Development Department, Government of Odisha
• Post Name: Assistant Executive Engineer (Civil)
• Cadre: Group-A, Odisha Municipal Engineering Service
• Total Vacancies: 46
• Application Mode: Online
• Job Location: Odisha
• Official Website: https://opsc.gov.in

Important Dates for OPSC AEE Civil Recruitment 2026

OPSC AEE Civil Vacancy Details 2026

Out of the 46 vacancies, 2 posts are reserved for Persons with Disabilities (PwD) with 40% or more permanent disability (1 for Category-I and 1 for Category-II). These PwD candidates will be adjusted against their respective reservation categories (UR/SEBC/SC/ST).

Note: If eligible women candidates are not available in a category, the vacancies will be filled by male candidates from that same category. The number of vacancies is provisional and may change based on government requirements.

Physical Requirements for PwD Candidates

PwD candidates for Assistant Executive Engineer (Civil) must meet specific physical requirements, including Sitting, Standing, Bending, Manipulation by Finger, Reading and Writing, Seeing, Hearing, and Communication. These requirements are applicable to categories such as Low Vision, Hard of Hearing, One Arm, One Leg, Dwarfism, and Acid Attack Victims, including combinations of these disabilities.

Eligibility Criteria for OPSC AEE Civil Posts

Educational Qualification

Applicants must hold a Graduate degree in Civil Engineering from a government-recognized University or Institution. Alternatively, candidates who are Associate Members of the Institution of Engineers of India in Civil (AMIE Civil) are also eligible.

Age Limit

As of January 1, 2026, candidates must be at least 21 years old and not older than 42 years. This means candidates should have been born between January 2, 1984, and January 1, 2005 (inclusive).

Only one type of age relaxation, whichever is most beneficial, will be applied if a candidate falls under multiple categories. The date of birth recorded in the High School Certificate or equivalent will be considered final.

Odia Language Proficiency

Candidates must demonstrate proficiency in the Odia language by having passed the Middle School examination with Odia as a language subject, or an equivalent examination. Other acceptable proofs include passing Matriculation with Odia as a medium in a non-language subject, passing Odia as a language subject in Class VII or above, or passing an Odia test conducted by the School and Mass Education Department/Board of Secondary Education, Odisha.

Other Conditions

• Applicants must be Indian citizens.
• Candidates should be in good mental and bodily health, free from any physical defects that might hinder their duties (the "good mental condition" clause does not apply to PwD candidates).
• Candidates with more than one living spouse are generally ineligible, unless exempted by the State Government.
• Government employees (temporary or permanent) can apply if they meet the criteria, but must inform their Head of Office and provide a No Objection Certificate during document verification.
• Candidates debarred by OPSC, other State Public Service Commissions, or UPSC are ineligible during their debarment period.
• All selected candidates must pass a Medical Board examination to be eligible for appointment.

Application Fee for OPSC AEE Civil 2026

The fee is refundable only to candidates who appear in the Preliminary Examination and will be processed to the original payment method. In case of technical issues with the refund, candidates must provide their bank account details in the application form.

OPSC AEE Civil Salary Structure

OPSC AEE Civil Selection Process 2026

1. Preliminary Examination

This is a screening test designed to shortlist candidates for the Main Examination. It comprises one objective-type paper in Civil Engineering.

• Subject: Civil Engineering
• Questions: 100 (Objective Type Multiple Choice)
• Total Marks: 100 (1 mark per question)
• Negative Marking: 25% of allotted marks for each incorrect answer
• Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes

The Commission will determine minimum qualifying marks for each category. Candidates will be shortlisted for the Main Examination at approximately 10 times the number of vacancies. Preliminary exam marks are not included in the final merit list.

2. Main Examination

The Main Examination consists of two papers, totaling 500 marks, followed by an Interview.

Both Main Examination papers feature Objective Type MCQs. Each correct answer fetches 2 marks, while 25% of marks are deducted for incorrect answers. Unattempted questions receive zero marks. The Commission sets qualifying marks for each paper and/or aggregate. Candidates are shortlisted for the Interview in a 1:2 ratio relative to vacancies, with a minimum of 5 candidates per category.

3. Interview (Personality Test)

This stage carries 50 marks and assesses the candidate's personality and suitability for the role.

Final Merit List

The final merit list is prepared based on the combined scores from the Main Examination and the Interview. In case of a tie, candidates with higher Main Examination marks are ranked higher. If the tie persists, the older candidate (by date of birth) is given preference.

Syllabus for OPSC AEE Civil Recruitment 2026

Preliminary Examination Syllabus (Civil Engineering, Bachelor's Degree Standard)

Topics include Engineering Mechanics, Soil Mechanics, Structural Analysis, Concrete Structure, Steel Structure, Solid Mechanics, Fluid Mechanics, Irrigation, Transportation Engineering, and Survey.

Main Examination Paper-I: General Studies (+2 Standard)

This paper covers Science & Technology (Physics, Chemistry, Geology, Communication and Information Technology, Nuclear/Space/Defence Technology) and General Awareness & General Knowledge. General Awareness includes History of Modern India and Indian Culture, Geography of India (with emphasis on Odisha), Indian Polity (including Panchayat Raj Institutions in Odisha), Indian Economy (with focus on Odisha's post-reform development), and Current Affairs (World, India, and Odisha).

Main Examination Paper-II: Specialized Paper – Civil Engineering (Bachelor's Degree Standard)

This comprehensive paper includes Solid Mechanics, Structural Analysis, Design of Concrete Structures, Design of Steel Structures (Limit State Method), Building Materials and Building Construction, Estimation/Construction Planning and Management, Water Resources and Hydraulic Engineering (Irrigation, Hydrology, Fluid Mechanics, Open Channel Flow), Environmental Engineering (Water Supply, Waste Water, Solid Waste Management, Air and Noise Pollution), Geotechnical Engineering (Soil Mechanics, Foundation Engineering), Transportation Engineering (Highway and Traffic Engineering), and Surveying.

Examination Centers for OPSC AEE Civil

Documents Required for OPSC AEE Civil Application

• HSC or equivalent certificate (for age proof)
• Intermediate/+2 Science pass certificate
• Civil Engineering Degree pass certificate or AMIE India (Civil) certificate
• Mark sheets of all semesters/annual examinations for the Degree
• Odia Test Pass Certificate
• Caste certificate (SEBC/SC/ST) by birth (women candidates must submit "daughter of" certificate)
• Permanent Disability Certificate (40% or more disability) from the Medical Board, for PwD candidates
• Release Certificate for Ex-Servicemen
• No Objection Certificate (NOC) from the Head of Office, if applicable
• Four recent passport-size photographs (unsigned and unattested)
• Proof of identity: Aadhaar / EPIC / Driving Licence / Passport / PAN Card
• Identity Card issued by a Competent Authority, for Third Gender/Transgender candidates

SEBC (Non-Creamy Layer) certificates must be issued within 3 years of the application submission date. Candidates who qualify the written exam must also bring a hard copy of their application and self-certified copies of these documents for verification.

How to Apply for OPSC AEE Civil Recruitment 2026

1. Carefully read the complete advertisement on the OPSC website before proceeding.
2. Visit the official OPSC website: https://opsc.gov.in to apply online. No other mode of application will be accepted.
3. Review the detailed instructions available on the OPSC portal for filling the application form.
4. Fill in the online application form with accurate personal, educational, and category details.
5. Upload scanned copies of your photograph, full signature, and Left-Hand Thumb Impression (LTI), ensuring they are clear and identifiable.
6. After submission, verify the application. If any modifications are needed, cancel the current application and re-apply before the last date.
7. Upon successful submission, a unique Permanent Public Service Account Number (PPSAN) will be assigned. Print out the final registration and application forms and sign the declaration.
8. Submit your application well in advance to avoid any last-minute technical issues.

Important Instructions for Applicants

• Admission to the Main Examination is provisional. Candidature may be rejected if eligibility conditions are not met at any stage.
• Reservation and relaxation benefits are applicable only to Scheduled Castes/Scheduled Tribes and Socially & Educationally Backward Classes (SEBC) of Odisha by birth.
• The community/caste status declared in the application cannot be changed later.
• Misrepresentation or suppression of information will lead to cancellation of candidature and other penalties.
• Mere inclusion in the Select List does not guarantee appointment.
• Candidates with a name change after passing HSC must provide proof of newspaper publication and Gazette notification.
• Appointees under the Government of Odisha after January 1, 2005, will be covered by the Contributory Pension Scheme (NPS).
• A Provisional Answer Key for the Preliminary Examination will be uploaded within 10 days, allowing candidates to raise objections. Failure to challenge the key will forfeit future rights to do so.
• Complaints regarding the examination must be emailed to the Commission's Grievance Wing within 7 days of the exam completion.
• Submitting forged or manipulated documents will result in a 3-year debarment from OPSC examinations.
• For technical assistance with the application, contact OPSC Technical Support at 0671-2304707 (10:30 AM–1:30 PM and 2:00 PM–5:00 PM on working days). For general guidance, call the Facilitation Counter at 0671-2304141/2305611, Extn. 227.