The Odisha Public Service Commission (OPSC) has officially released the interview schedule for the post of Assistant Professor (Stage-I) in under Advertisement No. 27 of 2023-2024. A total of 78 (Seventy-Eight) candidates have been shortlisted for the interview schedule , which will be held from 02 July 2026 to 04 July 2026 at the Commission’s office in Cuttack. If your PPSAN number appears in this notice, here is everything you need to know – dates, timings, venue, and important reporting instructions.
OPSC AP Interview Schedule 2026 – Quick Overview
What Is the OPSC AP Interview schedule 2026?
This section explains the purpose and context of the interview schedule notification so that candidates can understand where this fits in the overall OPSC recruitment process.
The Odisha Public Service Commission has shortlisted 78 candidates for the Stage-I interview schedule for the post of Assistant Professor in as part of its ongoing recruitment drive under Advertisement No. 27 of 2023-2024. The interview is the next step in the selection process for candidates who have already qualified through preliminary screening. Shortlisted candidates are identified by their unique PPSAN (Permanent Profile and Serial Application Number).
The interview schedule will be conducted at 19, Dr. P. K. Parija Road, Cuttack – 753001, the official premises of the Odisha Public Service Commission, over three days: 2nd, 3rd, and 4th July 2026.
OPSC AP Interview Schedule 2026 – Date & Time Wise Slots
The interview schedule is divided into six slots across three days – two slots per day (morning and afternoon). Below is the complete date-wise and slot-wise schedule with the number of candidates called for each session.
02 July 2026 – Interview Schedule
Candidates Can Now Download their Interview Schedule below the link:
Click Here: OPSC Assistant Professor (Stage-I) Interview Schedule 2026
Venue Details – Where Will the OPSC AP Interview Be Held?
Knowing the exact location of the interview schedule in advance helps candidates plan their travel and arrival time. Here are the complete venue details for the OPSC AP interview 2026.
The interview schedule will be conducted at the Office of the Odisha Public Service Commission, located at:
- Address: 19, Dr. P. K. Parija Road, Cuttack – 753001, Odisha
- Interview schedule Dates: 02.07.2026 to 04.07.2026
- Reporting Time: One and a half hours before the commencement of interview schedule
Candidates are strongly advised to visit the venue in advance if possible, to avoid any last-minute confusion on the day of the interview schedule
Important Instructions for OPSC AP Interview Candidates
The official notice includes several critical instructions that every shortlisted candidate must follow. Non-compliance with these instructions may affect a candidate’s eligibility for the interview schedule
1. Report Early – One and a Half Hours Before the Interview schedule
All shortlisted candidates are required to report at the Commission’s office one and a half hours before the scheduled commencement of the interview schedule . For example, candidates in the 10:30 AM slot should arrive by 9:00 AM, and those in the 02:30 PM slot should arrive by 1:00 PM.
2. Submit Required Documents as per Notice No. 1306/PSC dt. 02.03.2026
Candidates must carry and submit all documents as specified in Office Notice No. 1306/PSC, dated 02.03.2026. This document list is available on the official OPSC website at www.opsc.gov.in. Failure to produce required documents may result in disqualification from the interview schedule process.
3. Pedagogy Skill Presentation Is Part of the Interview schedule
This is an important instruction highlighted in the official notice. Candidates must come prepared to present a topic of their choice within 8 to 10 minutes before the interview schedule board as part of the pedagogy skill evaluation. A white board will be provided by the Commission for this purpose. This is a mandatory component of the Stage-I interview and candidates should prepare accordingly.
4. Candidature Is Provisional
It is clearly stated in the notice that shortlisting is purely provisional. The candidature is subject to rejection at any stage if any inadequacy or deficiency is found during or after the selection process. Candidates are reminded that merely appearing in the interview schedule does not guarantee selection.
Pedagogy Skill Test – What You Need to Know
The pedagogy skill component is a unique and important part of the OPSC AP interview schedule process. This section outlines what candidates can expect and how to prepare for it.
As part of the Stage-I interview schedule, the Odisha Public Service Commission has incorporated a pedagogy skill assessment. Here’s what you need to know:
- Candidates must choose a topic of their own from their subject to present.
- The presentation should be completed within 8 to 10 minutes.
- The Commission will provide a white board for use during the presentation.
- No additional equipment or materials need to be brought by the candidate.
- The presentation will be evaluated by the Interview schedule Board.
Candidates are advised to select a topic that showcases their depth of knowledge in and their ability to teach the subject effectively. Topics from areas such as physical, human, economic , cartography, or regional are all appropriate choices.
How to Check the Document Checklist for OPSC AP Interview Schedule 2026
Carrying the correct documents to the interview schedule is essential. Here is how candidates can access the official document checklist before the interview date.
- Visit the official OPSC website: www.opsc.gov.in
- Look for Notice No. 1306/PSC, dated 02.03.2026 in the notifications or download section.
- Download and read the document checklist carefully.
- Carry originals and self-attested photocopies of all listed documents on the day of the interview schedule