The Odisha Public Service Commission (OPSC) has released the Dental Surgeon Recruitment 2026 notification (Notice No. 1474 dated 09 March 2026). Online applications are invited for the post of Dental Surgeon in Group-A (Junior Branch) of the Odisha Medical Services (Dental) Cadre under the Health and Family Welfare Department.

Eligible candidates can submit their online application through the official website https://opsc.gov.in from 17 March 2026 to 17 April 2026 (5:00 PM).

A total of 124 vacancies have been announced in this recruitment drive.

OPSC Dental Surgeon Recruitment 2026 Overview

Important Dates

OPSC Dental Surgeon Vacancy 2026

The total number of vacancies is 124, including reservations for women.

Additional Reservation:

• PwD: 5 posts reserved for candidates with 40% or more permanent disability
• Sports Persons: 1 post reserved

Eligibility Criteria

Age Limit

Candidates must be between:

• Minimum Age: 21 years
• Maximum Age: 42 years

Age relaxation will be applicable as per government rules.

Educational Qualification

Candidates must meet the following requirements:

1.  BDS degree or equivalent qualification from a medical college or institution recognized by the Dental Council of India (DCI).
2. Must possess a valid registration certificate under the Dentist Act, 1948.
3. Candidates with foreign dental degrees must have conversion certificates recognized by  DCI.

Application Fee

Selection Process

The selection for OPSC Dental Surgeon Recruitment 2026 will be made only on the basis of a Written Examination conducted by the Odisha Public Service Commission.

Written Examination

• Tentative Date: 21 June 2026
• Further details regarding exam centre and schedule will be released on the official website.

How to Apply for OPSC Dental Surgeon Recruitment 2026

Follow these steps to submit the online application:

1. Visit the official website https://opsc.gov.in
2. Click on Apply Online.
3. Select Dental Surgeon Recruitment 2026.
4. Complete the registration process.
5. Fill in the online application form.
6. Upload the required documents.
7. Pay the application fee (if applicable).
8. Submit the form before 17 April 2026 (5:00 PM).

Applications submitted through any other mode will not be accepted and will be rejected