Overview
The Odisha Public Service Commission (OPSC) has released the revised cut-off marks for Post Graduate Teacher (PGT) Economics recruitment through Notice No. 8892/C-I/PSC dated September 3, 2026. The revision relates to Advertisement No. 25 of 2023-24, issued for 1,375 PGT vacancies across different subjects, including Economics.
The official PDF contains category-wise cut-offs for document verification under UR, SEBC, SC, ST, PwD-III and PwD-IV categories. It also provides the highest and lowest marks secured by finally selected male and female candidates; applicants should rely on the revised notice rather than any earlier cut-off statement.
Key Highlights
| Particulars | Details |
|---|
| Organization | Odisha Public Service Commission (OPSC) |
| Post Name | Post Graduate Teacher (PGT) – Economics |
| Total Vacancies | 1,375 posts across all notified disciplines |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Official Website | opsc.gov.in |
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|
| Application Start | January 31, 2024 |
| Last Date | March 2, 2024 |
| Exam Date | TBA |
| Result Date | September 3, 2026 – revised cut-off publication |
Candidates should note that the recruitment application window has already closed. The latest development concerns the revised Economics cut-off marks and the marks of candidates included in the final selection.
Eligibility Criteria
Educational Qualification
Candidates were required to satisfy the qualifications prescribed in Advertisement No. 25 of 2023-24. The principal requirements included:
- A master’s degree in Economics or the relevant subject from a recognised university, with at least 50% marks in aggregate.
- A Bachelor of Education (B.Ed.) degree or an equivalent qualification recognised by the competent authority.
- Candidates possessing an integrated postgraduate teacher-education qualification were required to meet the equivalence conditions stated in the detailed advertisement.
- A degree or diploma in computer application was treated as a desirable qualification where specified.
- Educational certificates, mark sheets and category documents had to be produced during document verification.
Age Limit
- Minimum age: 21 years.
- Maximum age: 45 years, calculated with reference to the date specified in the original advertisement.
- Relaxation in the upper age limit was applicable to SEBC, SC, ST, women, persons with disabilities and other eligible categories under Odisha government rules.
- Date-of-birth proof submitted with the application must match the original certificate produced for verification.
Fees
- Candidates were exempted from paying an examination fee, subject to the fee provisions applicable to the recruitment.
- Applicants were responsible for any service or internet charges incurred while submitting the online form.
Selection Process
- Written Examination: Eligible applicants were assessed through the written recruitment examination conducted for the relevant PGT discipline.
- Document Verification: Shortlisted candidates were called to submit original academic, identity, age and reservation certificates. The revised notice specifies category-wise Economics cut-offs used for this stage.
- Personality Test and Final Selection: Candidates completing the prescribed stages were considered for the final merit list. The revised PDF includes the highest and lowest marks of selected male and female candidates, wherever applicable.
Revision of a cut-off does not automatically guarantee appointment. Selection remains subject to eligibility verification, category claims, vacancy availability and compliance with all conditions in the original advertisement.
How to Apply
The online application process for Advertisement No. 25 of 2023-24 is closed. Candidates who participated in the Economics recruitment can check the revised cut-off by following these steps:
- Visit the OPSC portal at opsc.gov.in using a secure browser.
- Open the What’s New, Notices or Results section on the homepage.
- Locate Notice No. 8892/C-I/PSC dated 03.09.2026 concerning revised cut-off marks for PGT Economics.
- Open the PDF and verify the cut-off against the applicable category—UR, SEBC, SC, ST, PwD-III or PwD-IV.
- Check the tables showing the highest and lowest marks of finally selected male and female candidates.
- Download the notice and keep a printed or digital copy for reference. Candidates should also preserve their registration number, admit card and verification documents.
Applicants facing a discrepancy should use only the official contact details published by OPSC and quote the advertisement and notice numbers in their communication.
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FAQs
1. When was the OPSC PGT Economics revised cut-off released?
The revised cut-off was issued on September 3, 2026, through Notice No. 8892/C-I/PSC.
2. Which categories are covered in the revised cut-off PDF?
The notice covers UR, SEBC, SC, ST, PwD-III and PwD-IV categories for document verification.
3. Does meeting the revised cut-off confirm final appointment?
No. Appointment remains subject to final merit, vacancy position, document verification, eligibility and fulfilment of all recruitment conditions.
