OPSC AEE Recruitment 2026: Apply Online for 758 Assistant Executive Engineer Posts

The Odisha Public Service Commission (OPSC) has released Advertisement No. 13 of 2026–27 for the recruitment of Assistant Executive Engineers (AEE) in Group A of the Odisha Engineering Service.

A total of 758 vacancies are available, including 750 posts for Assistant Executive Engineer (Civil) and 8 posts for Assistant Executive Engineer (Mechanical). Eligible engineering graduates with a valid GATE score in the relevant discipline can apply online through the official OPSC website.

The online application window is scheduled to open on 22 October 2026 and close on 11 November 2026 at 5:00 PM. Candidates should read the official advertisement carefully before applying.

OPSC AEE Recruitment 2026: Overview

Important Dates

The document-verification and interview schedule should be confirmed through subsequent official notices.

Vacancy Details

OPSC has advertised vacancies in two engineering disciplines.

Department-Wise Vacancies

AEE Civil — 750 posts

These positions are associated with the following departments:

• Water Resources Department
• Works Department
• Housing and Urban Development Department

Candidates must provide their department preferences in the online application. According to the recruitment information, the preference order cannot be changed later.

AEE Mechanical — 8 posts

These posts are under the Water Resources Department.

Civil Engineering Category-Wise Vacancies

The Civil vacancy distribution includes 247 positions for women within the listed categories. Horizontal reservations and special-category provisions are governed by the official advertisement.

Mechanical Engineering Category-Wise Vacancies

Three of the Mechanical posts are indicated for women within the listed vacancies. Candidates should consult the official advertisement for disability reservations and other applicable provisions.

Educational Qualification

Candidates must possess an engineering degree or an accepted equivalent qualification in the relevant discipline.

The required qualification must be held by the application deadline.

GATE Score Requirement

A valid GATE score in the corresponding engineering discipline is mandatory.

• AEE Civil: GATE Civil Engineering score.
• AEE Mechanical: GATE Mechanical Engineering score.
• Accepted GATE examination years: 2024, 2025 or 2026.
• The candidate's score must satisfy the applicable qualifying-mark requirement for their category.
• The QR-coded GATE scorecard must be uploaded as specified in the advertisement.

Only one year's GATE scorecard can be considered where a candidate has multiple scorecards. Candidates should carefully follow the official instructions regarding the scorecard and supporting affidavit.

Age Limit

The prescribed age limit is 21 to 42 years as of 1 January 2026.

Special provisions may apply to Junior Engineers in the Diploma Engineers' Service who subsequently obtained the required degree. Check the detailed advertisement for conditions, maximum age and the number of permitted attempts.

The date of birth recorded in the High School Certificate is used for age verification under the recruitment rules.

Odia Language Requirement

Candidates must be able to read, write and speak Odia and must meet at least one of the language-qualification conditions specified by OPSC.

Accepted routes may include:

• Passing the Middle School examination with Odia as a language subject.
• Passing Matriculation or an equivalent examination with Odia as the medium for a non-language subject.
• Passing Odia as a language subject in the Class VII final examination of a recognised school.
• Passing the prescribed Odia test of Middle English School standard conducted by the relevant Odisha authority.

Candidates whose High School Certificate does not establish the required Odia qualification must provide the alternative certificate permitted by the advertisement.

Application Fee

No application fee is applicable for this GATE-based recruitment, according to the recruitment notice.

Candidates should nevertheless follow the instructions displayed on the official OPSC application portal.

OPSC AEE Salary 2026

Selected candidates will receive pay at Level 12, Cell 1 of the pay matrix under the Odisha Revised Scales of Pay Rules, 2017 (ORSP Rules, 2017).

Dearness allowance and other admissible allowances will be payable according to Odisha Government rules.

The final salary received each month will depend on applicable allowances, deductions and service conditions. The advertised pay level should not be confused with an exact in-hand salary.

Selection Process

There is no separate written examination for this recruitment. Selection is based on the valid GATE score and interview, along with document verification.

The main stages are:

1. Document Verification: OPSC verifies GATE scorecards, educational qualifications, age, reservation claims and other documents.
2. Shortlisting for Interview: Eligible candidates are shortlisted category-wise based on their GATE scores.
3. Interview: Shortlisted candidates appear for the interview. The Commission may also assess Odia-language ability where applicable.
4. Final Merit List: The GATE score carries 90% weightage and the interview carries 10% weightage.

Candidates called for document verification must satisfy every eligibility requirement. Verification or an interview invitation does not itself guarantee selection.

Documents Required

Candidates should prepare the following documents, as applicable:

• High School/Matriculation certificate for date of birth
• Civil or Mechanical Engineering degree certificate, or accepted AMIE qualification
• Mark sheets for all semesters or years
• University grade-to-percentage conversion certificate, where required
• QR-coded GATE scorecard for the selected examination year
• Required affidavit confirming the authenticity of the GATE scorecard
• SC/ST/SEBC certificate, if claiming reservation
• Odia-language qualification certificate, where required
• Permanent disability certificate, if applicable
• Ex-Servicemen certificate, where applicable
• Sports certificate or identity card, where applicable
• No Objection Certificate for eligible government employees
• Valid identity proof, such as Aadhaar, voter ID, driving licence, passport or PAN
• Name-change or other supporting documents, where applicable

Check the detailed notification for the required format and validity of each certificate. Documents issued after the applicable deadline may not be accepted where the advertisement requires them to be issued beforehand.

How to Apply Online for OPSC AEE Recruitment 2026

Eligible candidates can follow these steps when the application window opens:

1. Visit the official OPSC website: https://www.opsc.gov.in/
2. Open the recruitment advertisement for AEE Civil and Mechanical under Advertisement No. 13 of 2026–27.
3. Read the complete notification and application instructions.
4. Open the official online application portal.
5. Register or log in using the required details.
6. Enter personal information, educational qualifications and other requested details.
7. Select the relevant engineering discipline.
8. For Civil Engineering, provide the required department preferences carefully.
9. Upload your photograph, full signature, left-hand thumb impression and supporting documents.
10. Upload the appropriate QR-coded GATE scorecard and any other required certificates.
11. Review the information before submitting the application.
12. Submit the form and save the registration number and final application copy for future reference.

The application window is scheduled for 22 October to 11 November 2026, ending at 5:00 PM. Apply early to avoid last-minute technical issues.