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OCS Main exam: OPSC to re-conduct anthropology paper on this date
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The Odisha Public Service Commission (OPSC) has officially announced the re-conduction of Anthropology optional Papers I and II for the Odisha Civil Services (OCS) Main Written Examination 2023. This step follows a serious issue in the previous examination held on April 27, 2025, where questions for the two papers were mistakenly interchanged.


What Happened?

In the previous exam:

  • Paper I contained questions from the Paper II syllabus

  • Paper II had questions from the Paper I syllabus

This significant mix-up caused confusion and complaints from candidates. Following the grievances, OPSC has decided to cancel the April 27 exam and conduct a fresh exam on May 14, 2025, to maintain fairness and transparency.


New Exam Date and Timings – OPSC Anthropology Papers

PaperDateTime
Anthropology Paper I May 14, 2025 9:00 AM – 12:00 Noon
Anthropology Paper II May 14, 2025 2:00 PM – 5:00 PM
PwD candidates will be given one extra hour per paper as per OPSC guidelines.

Official Statement from OPSC

“Considering the dislocation caused by the interchange of questions between Anthropology optional Papers I and II, and the grievances submitted by candidates, the Commission has decided to re-conduct the said papers to ensure fairness,” the official notice stated.


Admit Card Download Details

  • New Admission Certificates will be available for download from May 8, 2025.

  • Candidates must visit the official website: https://www.opsc.gov.in

  • Navigate to the “Download Admission Certificate” section.

  • Enter your login credentials to access and print the admit card.


Important Instructions for Candidates

  • The exam conducted on April 27, 2025, is now null and void.

  • Answer scripts from April 27 will not be evaluated.

  • Candidates must carry the new admit card for the re-examination.

  • Reach the exam center at least 30 minutes early with valid ID proof.

 

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