Learn About OPSC General Studies (GS) Course Pre and Mains 2024-25
The Odisha Public Service Commission conducts the OPSC exam every year. Its three stages include:
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- Prelims
- Mains
- Interview
The prelims exam includes paper I and paper II. It is followed by the mains exam with nine different papers. You can find more details about it in the OPSC OAS syllabus.Â
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Neeraj Nachiketa
Science + Environment
Shweta Singh
CSAT Comprehension, Social Issues & Social Justice, Essay, Sociology Optional
Akhilesh Srivastava
Geography (GS + Optional)
Dr vivek kaushik
Polity & Governance
Sanjay Bhardwaj
Modern History + World History
Sanjay Singh
Ancient & Medieval History
Deepak Gauda
Economics
Ayush Sanghi
Economics
Dharmendra Arya
Ethics
Sat Prakash Sharma
Modern History + World History
Dinesh Ahirrao
Indian Polity + PSIR Optional
Ajay Srivastava
PSIR Optional
Sumit Saran
CSAT
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R. Shrinivasan
Retd. IES, Former UPSC Board Member
DR. D. D. Sharma
Retd. IFoS, Ex -JS to GOI, Ex -Member, SSC, GOI
Anil K. Sinha
Retd. IAS Officer, Ex-Vice Chairman, DMA, Bihar
Ram Niwas
Retd. IPS, Ex-DGP, Chattisgarh
R. K. Johri
Retd. IPS, Ex IG, West Bengal Police
Radha Ranjan Dash
Retd. IFS Ex-Ambassador, Jordan
V. Thiagarajan
Retd. IPS, Ex DGP Odisha
G.K. Panda
Retd. Professor, Ex UPSC Board Member
Kundan Lal Tamta
Retd. IPS, Ex ADG West Bengal Police
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is the OPSC exam tough?
The OPSC exam will be less challenging if you take proper OPSC online coaching. The exam analysts say that the difficulty level for the OAS Exam is between easy and moderate. To know the exam level difficulty You can try OAS prelims test series from Apti Plus.
No exam is tough with proper guidance from experienced mentors. Enrol in any classroom program at the institute to get practice tests and journals. Here, the faculty members focus on the civil services preparation. They also have good knowledge about the OAS syllabus, which will prove to be helpful for your preparation. These resources will help you pass the OPSC exam in the first attempt.
How to start OPSC preparation for beginners?
A study routine of 6-8 hours can be helpful for beginners’ in OAS preparation. You can also practise the previous year’s question papers and sample papers. This practice of the OPSC test series can help candidates understand the question types.Â
You should also allocate at least two hours for paper solving. Good quality books can also help you here. The faculty members at Apti Plus can help you with the General Studies notes, Odisha history notes and current affairs of Odisha  for better preparation.Â
You can always approach the experts at Apti Plus for your preparation. This will help you pass the exam without missing any subjects or topics on the first go.
Which coaching is best for OAS?
Apti Plus coaching is the best for your Odisha PSC preparation. You can meet several experts and faculty members well-versed with the syllabus.Â
You will find several programs here that can help you pass the OAS exam in 2024. You can also take advantage of or OPSC OAS test series that helps you prepare for the exam better.
What courses are being offered by APTI PLUS for the OPSC OAS Course?
Apti Plus offers several important programs for the OPSC OAS course. It includes the regular courses for students who will appear for the exam soon.Â
Apti Plus offers the following:
- Classroom program
- Test series program
- Distance learning program
- Personalized Mentorship
- Interview guidance program
What is the duration of OAS Coaching at APTI PLUS?
The duration for offline and OPSC online coaching at Apti Plus varies depending on the candidate’s requirements. The duration is usually between 1-2 years for the different courses.
You can learn everything related to the General Studies, OPSC optional subjects and other important current affairs during this time. You can always choose these courses at your convenience after going through the OPSC OAS syllabus.
Who are the faculty members for OAS at APTI PLUS?
At Apti Plus, you will have the opportunity to learn from a team of highly experienced faculty members specialising in classes, OAS test series and other materials. Most of them have years of experience teaching at some of the best institutes in India.
The faculty members will guide you through the OAS mock test or OPSC online test series for prelims, mains, and the interview process. They can also teach you how to crack the interview questions.Â
Is APTI PLUS providing mains answer writing programme and test series for OAS?
Yes, Apti Plus provides the OPSC test series both online and offline for all
students. It helps you get the best answer writing programme at an affordable
rate. After completing the prelims, engaging in OAS mains and answer writing is
important for your preparation.
The Apti Plus faculty members make sure to provide you with the OAS mock
test and other materials for more help.
What are the full marks of OAS?
The OAS Exam is divided into three parts: Prelims, Mains and Interviews. Prelims
consists of two papers, Paper I and Paper II. Each paper is of two hours, and
each carries 200 marks respectively. This is a multiple-choice question-based
exam that candidates must attempt before the mains.
Main exam consists of nine papers (7 compulsory and 2 optional papers This
optional subject includes two different papers. The compulsory subjects carry
1750 in total). Each paper carries 250 marks.
You can approach Apti Plus to get a detailed syllabus for the prelims and mains
exams.
What are the important schemes of the government of Odisha?
The government of Odisha has introduced many schemes, that include:
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- Madhu Babu Pension Yojana for the aged
- Biju Swasthya Kalyan Yojana (BSKY) for healthÂ
- Kalinga Sikhya Sathi Yojana for students
- Vasundhara Scheme for social welfare
- Mo Kudia Yojana for rural housingÂ
- Ama Kunipila for kids
These are some of the common schemes under the government of Odisha. This topic falls under Odisha current affairs. You may face questions related to these schemes when attempting the OPSC OAS test series.Â
Is Odia necessary for the OAS exam?
Yes, the Odia language is necessary for the OAS exam. This civil services exam is held in Odisha. That is why the authorities expect you to know how to read, write, and speak the Odia language.
How many papers are in OAS?
The Odisha Civil Services (OAS) exam comprises three stages. The initial stage is the preliminary examination, which consists of two papers: Paper I and Paper II.
Later, the candidates have to prepare for the main exam. It has a set of nine different papers. Seven of them are compulsory, but the rest of the two are optional papers. Both these subjects are qualifying in nature apart from the seven compulsory papers.Â
For a more in-depth understanding, candidates are advised to familiarise themselves with the OPSC OAS syllabus. The final stage of the OAS exam is the personality test, also known as the interview, marking the conclusion of the examination process.
How do you prepare for an OAS interview?
Preparing for an OAS interview requires a strategic approach, and enrolling with Apti Plus proves to be one of the best ways. The dedicated panel members at Apti Plus provide detailed instruction on the syllabus, ensuring comprehensive preparation. You can also access the previous recorded mock interview sessions here to prepare for the exam thoroughly.
The academy also offers many other guidance programs that help you prepare for the interview questions. You can pass the OPSC Odisha exam with ease if you take training under our panel members.