OPSC OCS Answer Key 2026 released on 12 June at opsc.gov.in. Download GS Paper 1 & CSAT Paper 2 PDF, check marking scheme, calculate your score, and raise objections till 22 June 2026 by 12:00 Noon.
Overview :
The OPSC OCS Answer Key 2026 has been officially released by the Odisha Public Service Commission (OPSC) on 12 June 2026 at its official website opsc.gov.in. The provisional answer key covers both General Studies (GS) Paper 1 and CSAT (Paper 2) of the Odisha Civil Services Preliminary Examination conducted on 7 June 2026. Candidates who appeared in the exam can now download the answer key PDF, match their responses, and calculate their expected scores. The objection window is open from 12 June to 22 June 2026 till 12:00 Noon.
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Organisation | Odisha Public Service Commission (OPSC) |
| Exam Name | Odisha Civil Services (OCS) Examination 2026 |
| Advertisement No. | Advt. No. 05 of 2025-26 |
| Total Vacancies | 465 (Group A & B Posts) |
| Prelims Exam Date | 7 June 2026 |
| Answer Key Release Date | 12 June 2026 |
| Objection Window | 12 June – 22 June 2026 (Till 12:00 Noon) |
| Mode of Answer Key | Online (PDF Format) |
| Papers Covered | GS Paper 1 & CSAT Paper 2 |
| Marking Scheme | +1 for correct; -1/3 for incorrect |
| Official Website | opsc.gov.in |
Direct Link:
Download OPSC OCS Answer Key 2026 PDF
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OPSC OCS 2026 Marking Scheme :
| Response Type | Marks |
|---|---|
| Correct Answer | +1 Mark |
| Incorrect Answer | -1/3 Mark (-0.33) |
| Unattempted Question | 0 Marks |
How to Download OPSC OCS Answer Key 2026 ?
- Visit the official website of Odisha Public Service Commission at opsc.gov.in.
- On the homepage, navigate to the “What’s New” or Notifications section.
- Click on the link titled “Odisha Civil Services Examination 2025 (Advt. No. 05 of 2025-26) – Objection/Suggestion to Questions/Answers Invitation Notice.”
- The answer key PDF will open on the screen.
- Match your recorded responses with the correct answers provided.
- Download and save the PDF for future reference.
Important Links :
Download OPSC OCS Answer Key 2026 PDF
How to Raise Objection Against Answer Key ?
- Visit the objection portal at opscechayan.in.
- Click on the “Submit Objection” link.
- Enter your PPSAN Number and Date of Birth, and select the exam name.
- Select the question(s) you wish to challenge.
- Upload at least 2 pieces of evidence from original/authentic published sources.
- Click on the “Verify” tab and submit your objection.
- Download the acknowledgement receipt for future reference.
How to Calculate Your Score Using Answer Key ?
Score Calculation Formula:
Score = (Total Correct Answers × 1) – (Total Incorrect Answers × 0.33)
Steps to calculate:
- Count all your correct answers from the answer key.
- Multiply that count by 1 to get your positive marks.
- Count all your incorrect answers.
- Multiply that count by 0.33 and subtract from your positive marks.
- Do not add or deduct anything for unattempted questions.
- Separately verify you have scored at least 33% in CSAT Paper 2.
- Compare your estimated score with expected OPSC OCS cutoff figures.
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Answer Key 2026 – FAQs
Which papers are covered in the OPSC OCS Answer Key 2026?
The answer key covers both General Studies (GS) Paper 1 and CSAT (Paper 2) of the Odisha Civil Services Preliminary Examination 2026.
