506 Posts – Public Service Commission – OPSC VAS Recruitment 2025 – Last Date 31 July Govt Exam Update

OPSC VAS Recruitment 2025 : Odisha Public Service Commission (OPSC) has announced the OPSC VAS Recruitment 2025 for 506 posts of Veterinary Assistant Surgeon (VAS) and Additional VAS. The online application process has started at www.opsc.gov.in, and the last date to apply is 31st July 2025.

OPSC is inviting online applications for 506 Group-A Junior Branch-II posts in the Odisha Veterinary Service under the Fisheries & Animal Resources Development Department. Interested candidates must apply through the official website before the deadline. All the recruitment details including notification PDF, eligibility, and exam pattern are shared below.

OPSC VAS Recruitment 2025
OPSC VAS Recruitment 2025

OPSC VAS Recruitment 2025 Overview

Particulars Details
Organization Odisha Public Service Commission (OPSC)
Post Veterinary Assistant Surgeon (VAS) / Additional VAS
Vacancies 506 (167 for women)
Job Location Odisha
Salary ₹56,100/- (Level 12, Cell-1 of Pay Matrix as per ORSP Rules, 2017)
Application Mode Online
Registration Dates 1st July – 31st July 2025
Selection Process Written Exam & Document Verification
Official Website www.opsc.gov.in

Important Dates for OPSC VAS Recruitment 2025

Event Date
Notification Release Date 21st June 2025
Online Registration Starts 1st July 2025
Last Date to Apply Online 31st July 2025 (5:00 PM)
Written Exam Date 31st August 2025
Document Verification To be notified

OPSC VAS Vacancy 2025 Category-wise Distribution

Category Vacancies Women Reserved
UR 37 12
SEBC 79 26
SC 149 49
ST 241 80
Total 506 167
  • 49 posts reserved for PwD (≥40% disability)
  • 13 posts reserved for Sports Persons
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Eligibility Criteria for OPSC VAS Recruitment 2025

Educational Qualification

  • Bachelor’s Degree in Veterinary Science & Animal Husbandry (B.V.Sc. & A.H.)
  • For foreign degrees: Valid conversion certificate from VCI
  • Valid registration under Odisha Veterinary Practitioners Act, 1970

Age Limit (as on 01/01/2025)

  • Minimum: 21 years
  • Maximum: 42 years
  • Born between 2nd Jan 1983 – 1st Jan 2004

Age Relaxation

Category Relaxation
SEBC / SC / ST / Women / Ex-Servicemen 5 years
PwD (UR) 10 years
PwD (SEBC/SC/ST) 15 years

🪸🪸Here are 15 objective questions and answers🪸🪸 for

OPSC VAS (Veterinary Assistant Surgeon) Recruitment 2025

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🐄 Veterinary Science

Q1. Which disease is caused by Brucella abortus in cattle?

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Q2. What is the normal temperature range for a healthy cow?

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Q3. Retention of placenta after calving is common in deficiency of:

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Q4. Which anesthetic is commonly used for large animals during field surgery?

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Q5. FMD (Foot and Mouth Disease) is caused by:

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🐐 Animal Science

Q6. The gestation period of a goat is approximately:

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Q7. The breed “Murrah” is associated with which species?

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Q8. Which vitamin is synthesized in the rumen of adult ruminants?

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Q9. Crossbreeding in cattle is primarily done to improve:

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Q10. The energy requirement of maintenance for livestock is measured in:

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🌍 General Awareness

Q11. Who is the Governor of Odisha as of June 2025?

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Q12. Which is the largest organ in the human body?

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Q13. “One Health” concept refers to the integration of:

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Q14. India’s first animal vaccine against Lumpy Skin Disease was named:

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Q15. The World Veterinary Day is observed on:

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OPSC VAS Exam Pattern 2025

  • Mode: Offline (OMR-based)
  • Type: Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
  • Total Marks: 800
  • Two Papers:
    • Paper I (Veterinary Science) – 400 marks (200 questions)
    • Paper II (Animal Science) – 400 marks (200 questions)
  • Duration: 2.5 hours for each paper
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How to Apply for OPSC VAS Recruitment 2025

  1. Visit www.opsc.gov.in
  2. Click on Apply Online under VAS Recruitment
  3. Register using a valid email ID and mobile number
  4. Fill out the online application form with correct details
  5. Upload required documents: photo, signature, LTI
  6. Submit the application and download a copy for verification

OPSC VAS Notification 2025 Out

The OPSC VAS Notification 2025 PDF provides complete details on eligibility, number of vacancies, selection process, salary, and exam dates. It is advised to read the notification before applying.

OPSC VAS Notification 2025 – Click to Download