A requisition received from the Health and Family Welfare Department, Odisha indicates there is a huge demand for candidates in the Odisha Medical and Health Services cadre.
The Odisha Public Service Commission has released a notification publishing it on its official website. The published PDF, OPSC Medical Officer Recruitment 2023 has reported a total of 7276 vacant posts of Medical Officers.
It invites online applications from prospective candidates who are willing to work with the above-mentioned department and meet the prescribed eligibility criteria. They can register, fill out, and submit the application by September 18, 2023
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But before proceeding, do read the official PDF notification released appertain to the Medical Officer Group “A” (Junior Branch) engagement. This can help to get detailed information about the vacancies, qualifications, age limits, and others under this notification.
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OPSC Medical Officer Recruitment 2023 Notification Overview
| Advertisement Number – | 14 of 2023-24 |
| Total Vacancies – | 7276 |
| Qualification – | MBBS |
| Recruiter – | Odisha Public Service Commission |
| Release Date – | 11.08.2023 |
| Starting Date – | 18.08.2023 |
| Closing Date – | 18.09.2023 |
| Recent Update Date – | 17.08.2023 |
OPSC Medical Officer Salary Details
| Post Name | Pay Matrix Level |
| Medical Officer Group -A (Junior Branch) | Level – 12, Cell-1 (₹ 56,100/-) |
OPSC Medical Officer Vacancy Details
| Category | Vacancies | Reserved for Women |
| Unreserved | 2500 | 833 |
| SEBC | 714 | 238 |
| SC | 1597 | 532 |
| ST | 2465 | 822 |
| Total Vacancies | 7276 | 2425 |
Eligibility Criteria for OPSC Medical Officer Recruitment 2023
As an Indian, are you looking for a job with decent pay and allowances? You may consider working with the Health and Family Welfare Department, Odisha. However, you must have the capability to fulfil the eligibility criteria.
Qualification for OPSC Medical Officer Post
Indian citizens who are willing to serve as Medical Officers must have an M.B.B.S degree or equivalent from a Medical Institution/College recognized by the Medical Council of India.
You must also have a valid registration certificate under the Odisha Medical Registration Act, 1961 (O.A. 18 of 1961).
Age Limit for OPSC Medical Officer and Relaxation
| Post Name | Age limit on 01.01.2023 |
| Medical Officer Group -A (Junior Branch) | 21 – 38 years |
| Category | Relaxation in Upper Age |
| SC/ST | 05 years |
| Socially & Educational Backward Class | 10 years |
| Women | 10 years |
| Ex-Servicemen | 05 years |
Disabled candidates belonging to SC/ST/SEBC shall be eligible for cumulative age relaxation benefits of 15 years.
Doctors serving on ad hoc for contractual basis under State Government or State Government undertaking will get a further 5 years age relaxation in upper age.
Examination Fee for OPSC Medical Officer Recruitment 2023
As per GA&PG Department Notification No. 9897/Gen, dt. 11.04.2022, the examination fee for all categories of candidates has been exempted.
Schedule for OPSC Medical Officer Application Submission
| Activity | Date & Time |
| The date fixed for starting the following activities- registration, filling out, and submission of filled online application. | 18.08.2023 |
| The date fixed for closing the following activities- registration, filling out, and submission of filled online application. | 18.09.2023 |
| Last date for submission of only registered applications online. | 18.09.2023 |
Links to OPSC Medical Officer Online Form, PDF Notification, and Official Website
| Link for | Link |
| Official Website | Visit Website |
| Official Notification | PDF Notification |
| Online Application Submission Link | Register, fill out & Submit |
How to Apply for OPSC Medical Officer Recruitment 2023?
Indian citizens who can meet all the required criteria as explained in the PDF notification can register, fill out and submit the filled application. Such applicants must fill out the application form following the below steps.
Registration
Every new applicant will have to complete a registration form in which you have to feed your basic information. The system will assign a “Permanent Public Service Account Number” (PPSAN) to the applicant for future login. PPSAN and its secret key will be shared with the applicant via e-mail or mobile.
Fill out the Application Form
Use your unique PPSAN to log in to your account and start filling in the correct information asked of you. Feed your information carefully, because there is no option for modification or correction in particulars you enter into the application form.
Upload the Documents
You also need your scanned copies of a recent photograph, signature, and left thumb impression. You will have to upload all these documents to your account at the specified locations.
Review & Submit the filled Application
Review the details that you have fed in your application and submit it, if no error(s) is found.
Take Printout of Application
You must take a printout of the submitted application that you are to furnish at the OPSC office.
FAQ Related to OPSC Medical Officer Recruitment 2023
Can someone who is from out of Odisha apply?
Yes, but he/she will have to register with the Odisha Council of Medical Registration.