<h2>OPSC OCS 2026 (ONLINE)</h2>
<h3>Foundation Batch &ndash; Prelims + Mains (GS Only)</h3>
Exam date: 7th June 2026
This is a 10-month Foundation Course designed to build strong conceptual clarity for OPSC OCS Prelims and Mains General Studies.(This 10 Month Includes the time taken in Prelims and Mains Preparation) 
Note: Optional Papers and Language Papers are NOT included.
<h3>Course Duration &amp; Validity</h3>
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	Duration: 10 Months
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	Validity: 2 Years (Full Access)
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<h3>What This Course Covers:</h3>
Preliminary Examination
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	General Studies Paper-I (Complete Conceptual Coverage)
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	General Studies Paper-II (CSAT &ndash; Qualifying Focus)
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	MCQ practice for concept application
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	Strategy to manage negative marking
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Main Examination (GS Only)
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	Essay Paper &ndash; structure &amp; content approach
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	GS Paper-I to GS Paper-IV
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	Answer writing orientation
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	Ethics &amp; case study understanding (GS-IV)
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<h3>What This Course Is Meant For:</h3>
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	Building foundation concepts for OPSC GS
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	Understanding Prelims vs Mains demand
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	Learning how to write answers, not just reading content
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	Long-term preparation over multiple attempts
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<h3>What This Course Does NOT Include:</h3>
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	Optional Subject Papers
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	Odia &amp; English Language Papers
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	Test Series or Full Revision Cycles
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<h3>Who Should Join</h3>
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	Beginners starting OPSC preparation
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	Aspirants with weak GS basics
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	Candidates preparing for Prelims + Mains together
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	Students planning serious 1 year preparation
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<h3>Learning Outcome:</h3>
After this course, students will have:
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	Clear GS fundamentals
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	Strong base for Prelims MCQs
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	Structured approach for Mains answers
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	Readiness to move into revision and test series phases
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<h2>Exam Information:</h2>
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			Recruiting Authority
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			Odisha Public Service Commission (OPSC)
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			Odisha Civil Services Examination (OCS) 2026
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			05 of 2025-26
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			Total Vacancies
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			314 (including 104 for women)
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			Online Registration Starts
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			20 January 2026
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			Last Date for Fee Payment
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			20 February 2026 (5 PM)
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			Last Date to Submit Application
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			27 February 2026 (5 PM)
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			Preliminary Exam (Tentative)
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			7 June 2026 (Sunday)
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			Mode of Application
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			Online only
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			Official Website
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			<a href="https://opsc.gov.in/">https://opsc.gov.in</a>
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OPSC OCS 2026 Foundation Course for Prelims and Mains General Studies. 3-month structured GS program with 2-year validity. Covers Prelims GS & CSAT, Mains GS I–IV and Essay

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<h2>OPSC OCS 2026</h2>
<h3>Prelims Exclusive Batch</h3>
A 6-Month Dedicated Prelims Course designed only for clearing the OPSC OCS Preliminary Examination. 
This batch focuses on concept clarity, MCQ practice, and cutoff-oriented preparation.
Exam Date: 7th June 2026
<h3>Course Duration</h3>
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	Duration: 6 Months
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	Mode: Prelims-Focused Training
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	Target: OPSC OCS 2026 Prelims
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<h3>What You Will Prepare</h3>
General Studies Paper-I
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	Current Affairs (National &amp; International)
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	Indian &amp; Odisha History
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	Geography (India &amp; World)
	</li>
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	Indian Polity &amp; Governance
	</li>
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	Economy &amp; Social Development
	</li>
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	Environment &amp; Climate Change
	</li>
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	General Science
	</li>
</ul>
General Studies Paper-II (CSAT)
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	Comprehension
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	Logical Reasoning
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	Decision Making
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	Basic Numeracy
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	Data Interpretation 
	(Focused only on crossing the qualifying cutoff)
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</ul>
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<h3>How This Batch Helps You Clear Prelims</h3>
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	Topic-wise syllabus coverage
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	Prelims-level MCQs after every topic
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	Focus on accuracy and elimination technique
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	Strategy to handle negative marking
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	Integrated static + current affairs approach
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</ul>
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<h3>Who Should Join</h3>
<ul>
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	Aspirants targeting OPSC OCS Prelims only
	</li>
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	Beginners starting Prelims preparation
	</li>
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	Repeaters failing to clear Prelims cutoff
	</li>
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	Candidates needing time-bound, focused study
	</li>
</ul>
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<h3>Not Included</h3>
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	Mains Preparation
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	Optional Subjects
	</li>
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	Language Papers
	</li>
</ul>
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<h3>Outcome</h3>
By the end of 6 months, students will be:
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	Fully prepared for OPSC Prelims GS &amp; CSAT
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	Confident in MCQ solving
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	Ready to clear the Preliminary Examination cutoff
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</ul>

OPSC OCS 2026 Prelims Batch with 6-month focused preparation. Complete GS Paper-I and CSAT coverage with topic-wise MCQs, elimination techniques, and cutoff-oriented strategy for Prelims success.

OPSC Prelims Special Batch

<h2>Odisha State Special Course &ndash; OPSC OCS 2026</h2>
The Odisha State Special Course is a focused program designed to build strong command over Odisha-specific subjects required for the OPSC OCS Preliminary and Main Examinations. This course helps aspirants accurately handle state-centric questions, which often decide selection at the final stage.
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<h3>What This Course Covers</h3>
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	Odisha History and Culture
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	Odisha Geography (Physical, Economic &amp; Human)
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	Odisha Polity, Administration and Governance
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	Odisha Economy and Development Initiatives
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	Odisha Society, Tribal Issues and Social Justice
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	Odisha Current Affairs and State Government Schemes
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	Odisha-specific MCQs and Mains-oriented questions
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<h3>Why This Course Matters</h3>
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	High weightage of Odisha-specific questions in OPSC exams
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	Helps bridge the gap between national GS and state GS
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	Improves accuracy in Prelims and relevance in Mains answers
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	Designed strictly as per OPSC demand
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</ul>
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<h3>Who Should Join</h3>
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	OPSC aspirants struggling with Odisha-focused questions
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	Candidates clearing Prelims but losing marks in Mains
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	Beginners who want a structured Odisha GS base
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	Serious aspirants targeting OPSC OCS final selection
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</ul>
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<h3>Outcome</h3>
After completing this course, students will have:
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	Clear understanding of Odisha-specific GS topics
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	Better performance in state-based Prelims questions
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	Strong content for Odisha-oriented Mains answers
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</ul>
This course is ideal to supplement Prelims or Mains GS preparation and should be taken alongside a General Studies program.

The Odisha State Special Course is a focused program designed to build strong command over Odisha-specific subjects required for the OPSC OCS Preliminary and Main Examinations.

OPSC OCS Foundation Course

OPSC Prelims Special Batch

Odisha State Special (Pre+Mains)