Odisha Removes OCS Exam Attempt Limit

In a significant decision benefiting civil services aspirants, the Odisha government has abolished the limit on the number of attempts for the Odisha Civil Services (OCS) examination.

The decision was taken at a state cabinet meeting chaired by Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi. The cabinet approved amendments to the Odisha Civil Services (Combined Competitive Recruitment Examination) Rules, 1991, allowing candidates to appear for the examination multiple times without any restriction on attempts.

However, aspirants will still have to meet the prescribed age limit and other eligibility requirements to participate in the recruitment process.

Chief Secretary Anu Garg said the move is intended to provide equal and wider opportunities to candidates while making the selection process more merit-oriented.

Earlier, general candidates were allowed a maximum of six attempts, while certain relaxations were available for reserved categories, including SC, ST, SEBC, women and persons with disabilities. The latest amendment removes this restriction, offering greater flexibility to OCS aspirants.