OPSC OCS Answer Key 2026: Unofficial Solutions for GS Paper 1 and CSAT

The OPSC OCS Answer Key 2026 (Unofficial) has been released based on memory-based questions shared by candidates who appeared for the Odisha Civil Services Preliminary Examination conducted on 7 June 2026. Aspirants can use these unofficial answers to evaluate their performance, estimate their probable scores, and analyze their chances of qualifying for the next stage of the selection process. The memory-based answer key covers questions from both General Studies Paper I and CSAT Paper II.

OPSC OCS Answer Key 2026 Release Date

The unofficial OPSC OCS Answer Key 2026 is now available in the form of memory-based solutions prepared by subject experts. Candidates can refer to these answers immediately after the examination for a preliminary assessment of their performance. The official provisional answer key is expected to be released shortly by the Odisha Public Service Commission (OPSC) on its official website, opsc.gov.in. Once released, candidates will be able to download the official answer key PDF for all sets and raise objections, if any discrepancies are found.

OPSC OCS Answer Key 2026 Overview

OPSC OCS Answer Key 2026 Download Link

The OPSC OCS Answer Key 2026 (Unofficial) is now available based on memory-based questions collected from candidates who appeared in the Odisha Civil Services Preliminary Examination held on 7 June 2026. Aspirants can download and refer to the memory-based answer key to cross-check their responses and estimate their expected scores. For the convenience of candidates, we have provided a direct link to access the unofficial answer key PDF. The official provisional answer key will be released later by the Odisha Public Service Commission (OPSC) on its official website, opsc.gov.in.

OPSC OCS  Paper 1 Answer Key 2026 Download Link

OPSC OCS  Paper 2 Answer Key 2026 Download Link

How to Download OPSC OCS Answer Key 2026

To download OPSC OCS Answer Key 2026 is straightforward. Follow these steps:

1. Visit the official OPSC website at opsc.gov.in

2. On the homepage, look for the "Notifications" or "What's New" section

3. Find and click on the link labelled "OPSC OCS Prelims Answer Key 2026"

4. Select the appropriate paper set (General Studies Paper 1 or Paper 2)

5. The answer key will open in PDF format

6. Download and save the file for future reference

7. Use the answer key to cross-check your responses and estimate your score

Steps to Calculate Score Using OPSC OCS Answer Key 2026

Steps to calculate the score using the OPSC OCS Answer Key 2026 follow the official marking scheme:

OPSC OCS Marking Scheme 2026

OPSC OCS marking scheme is summarised below-

Score Calculation Formula

Total Score=(Correct Answers×1)−(Wrong Answers×0.33)

Total Score=(Correct Answers×1)−(Wrong Answers×0.33)

Example:

• If you attempted 100 questions

• 70 correct, 25 wrong, 5 unattempted

• Score = (70 × 1) - (25 × 0.33) = 70 - 8.25 = 61.75 marks

Important Notes:

• Paper 2 (CSAT) is qualifying only; you need 33% to qualify for the Mains

• Prelims marks are used only for shortlisting Mains candidates

• The main exam has 1750 marks + 250 marks for the interview

How to Raise Objections Against OPSC OCS Answer Key 2026

OPSC OCS Answer Key 2026 raise objection process allows candidates to challenge discrepancies in the provisional answer key:

1. Visit the official OPSC website at www.opsc.gov.in

2. Look for the link to "OPSC OCS Provisional Answer Key Objection" during the objection window

3. Log in using your registration number and password

4. Select the question numbers you want to challenge

5. Provide valid evidence or reference to support your objection

6. Pay the required objection fee online (approximately INR 50 per question)

7. Submit the objection form and save the acknowledgement receipt