The Odisha Public Service Commission (OPSC) has released Advertisement No. 11 of 2026-27 for the direct recruitment of Ayurvedic Medical Officers (AMO) in Group-B rank under the Health & Family Welfare Department, Government of Odisha.
If you possess a BAMS degree and are looking for a highly reputed government healthcare career in Odisha, this is an excellent opportunity! OPSC has announced a total of 32 vacancies with a starting pay scale at Level-10. The online application link will be activated from 09th September 2026 to 09th October 2026.
In this comprehensive guide, we cover the exact category-wise vacancy distribution, BAMS eligibility criteria, age limit, examination fees (and refund rules!), detailed selection process, and the updated written examination syllabus.
OPSC AMO Recruitment 2026: Quick Overview
| Feature Parameter | Official Details |
| Department | Health & Family Welfare Department, Govt. of Odisha |
| Recruitment Body | Odisha Public Service Commission (OPSC) |
| Advertisement Number | Advt. No. 11 of 2026-27 |
| Post Name | Ayurvedic Medical Officer (AMO) – Group-B |
| Total Vacancies | 32 Posts (09 for Women) |
| Pay Scale | Rs. 44,900/- (Level 10, Cell -1 of Pay Matrix ORSP 2017) |
| Online Application Dates | 09.09.2026 to 09.10.2026 (5:00 PM) |
| Written Exam Date | 22.11.2026 (Sunday) |
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Category-Wise Vacancy Breakdown (32 Posts)
According to the requisition submitted by the Health & FW Department, the 32 vacancies are distributed across different social categories as follows:
| Category | Total Vacancies | Reserved for Women (-W) |
| Unreserved (UR) | 02 | 0 |
| SEBC | 12 | 04 |
| Scheduled Caste (SC) | 16 | 05 |
| Scheduled Tribe (ST) | 02 | 0 |
| TOTAL | 32 Posts | 09 Posts |
📌 PwD Reservation: Out of the 32 total vacancies, 01 post is horizontally reserved for Persons with Disabilities (whose permanent disability is 40% or more).
Eligibility Criteria for OPSC AMO 2026
Candidates must ensure they satisfy the following criteria before filling out the online application.
1. Educational Qualification
- Must possess a Bachelor’s Degree in Ayurvedic Medicine and Surgery (B.A.M.S.) or equivalent degree from a recognized University/Institution approved by the Central Council of Indian Medicine.
- Must have completed compulsory rotatory internship/housemanship on or before the last date of application submission.
- Must have permanent registration under the Odisha State Council of Ayurvedic Medicines. (Note: Provisional registration will not be entertained).
2. Knowledge in Odia
Candidates must be able to speak, read, and write Odia and must have passed at least the Middle English (M.E.) School examination with Odia as a language subject.
3. Age Limit (As on 01.01.2026)
- Minimum Age: 21 Years
- Maximum Age: 42 Years
- (Candidate must have been born between 2nd January 1984 and 1st January 2005).
Age Relaxations:
- 5 Years for SC, ST, SEBC, Women, and Ex-Servicemen.
- 10 Years for Persons with Disabilities (PwD) with 40% or more disability.
Examination Fee & Refund Policy
- General / SEBC Candidates: Rs. 700/- (Rupees Seven Hundred) payable online.
- SC / ST / PwD Candidates: Exempted (NIL).
⚠️ Important Refund Rule: The Rs. 700/- examination fee is refundable! The fee will be refunded only to those General/SEBC candidates who actually appear in both papers of the Written Examination. Refunds will be processed back to the original mode of payment after the exam concludes.
Selection Process & Written Exam Pattern
The selection for OPSC Ayurvedic Medical Officer will strictly be on the basis of a Written Examination. There is no interview stage mentioned for this phase.
Written Examination Blueprint
- Total Marks: 200 Marks
- Number of Papers: Two Papers (Paper-I & Paper-II)
- Type of Questions: Objective Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
- Duration: 1 Hour 30 Minutes (1.5 Hours) for each paper
- Negative Marking: 0.25 marks will be deducted for every incorrect answer.
- Qualifying Marks: 50% for UR & SEBC, 45% for PwD, and 40% for SC/ST candidates.
Syllabus Overview
Paper-I (100 Marks):
- Rog Vigyan & Vikritivigyan (20 marks)
- Rasashastra and Bhaisajya Kalpana (20 marks)
- Dravyagunavigyan (20 marks)
- Kriya Sharira, Rachana Sharira, Swastha Vritta, Agada Tantra, Vyavahar Ayurveda & Vidhi Vaidyak, Ayurveda Itihas (25 marks combined)
- Astanga Hridaya (Sutrasthana) (15 marks)
Paper-II (100 Marks):
- Charaka (20 marks)
- Kayachikitsa (20 marks)
- Shalyatantra (15 marks)
- Shalakyatantra (10 marks)
- Prasutitantra & Stri Roga (10 marks)
- Kaumaraviritya (10 marks)
- Panchakarama (15 marks)
Documents Required During Online Registration
You must have the following documents ready to upload as a single PDF file (Max 10 MB) during online registration:
- All Semester Marksheets (including back papers).
- Internship Completion Certificate.
- Final BAMS Degree Certificate.
- Permanent Medical Registration Certificate.
- Attempt Certificate.
- Valid Identity Proof (Preferred ID: Aadhaar Card).
- SEBC/SC/ST Caste certificate (SEBC must be issued on or after 10.09.2023).
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IMPORTANT LINKS
◆ Notification Pdf – Click Here
◆ Apply Online Link – Click Here
◆ Official Website – Click Here
How to Apply for OPSC AMO 2026?
- Visit the Portal: Go to the official OPSC website at
[https://www.opsc.gov.in] - Registration: Click on “Apply Online” and complete the registration to generate your Permanent Public Service Account Number (PPSAN).
- Fill Details: Fill in all required academic and personal details carefully.
- Upload Images: Upload your recent passport-size photograph, full signature, and Left-Hand Thumb Impression (LTI).
- Upload PDF: Upload the single PDF containing all your BAMS and medical registration documents.
- Pay Fee: Pay the Rs. 700/- fee (if applicable) and submit the form.
- Print: Save and print out the finally submitted online application form for future document verification.
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
| Starting Date of Online Application | 09th September 2026 |
| Closing Date for Online Application | 09th October 2026 (till 5:00 PM) |
| Tentative Date of Written Examination | 22nd November 2026 (Sunday) |
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q1: What is the last date to apply for OPSC AMO Recruitment 2026? The final deadline to submit the registered online application is 09.10.2026 up to 5:00 P.M..
Q2: Is the Rs. 700/- examination fee refundable? Yes, the examination fee is refundable, but only to those candidates who successfully appear in both papers (Paper-I & Paper-II) of the Written Examination.
Q3: Can candidates with provisional medical registration apply? No, provisional registration certificates are strictly not entertained. Candidates must have a Permanent Medical Registration Certificate under the Odisha State Council of Ayurvedic Medicines.
Q4: Is there negative marking in the OPSC AMO Written Examination? Yes, there is a penalty of 0.25 marks for every incorrect answer in the objective written examination.
