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OPSC Paper II Syllabus

Odisha Civil Service (OAS) — Combined Competitive Exam

6
Topics
42
Sub-topics
100
Questions

Paper II is one of 4 sections in the OPSC syllabus. It has 6 topics and 42 sub-topics, tested in OPSC Mains Paper II (Odisha-specific — UNIQUE), with about 100 questions (200 marks). General Studies (Odisha-specific — UNIQUE to OPSC).

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OPSC Paper II: topic-wise syllabus

  1. 1

    Odisha History (PSC Paper-II, UNIQUE)

    ~5 marks

    Kalinga, Mauryan (Ashoka — Kalinga War), Bhanja, Somavamshi, Ganga, Gajapati, Mughal, Maratha, British, Odisha Formation 1 April 1936 (First Linguistic Province), Freedom Struggle Contributions, Odisha State Formation, Per Official Notification

    • Odisha — Ancient Period (with Odisha connections)
    • Odisha — Medieval Period (Sultanate, Mughal, regional dynasties)
    • Odisha in 1857 Revolt and Early Freedom Movement
    • Odisha Freedom Struggle — Local movements and leaders
    • Odisha in National Movement (Gandhian Era, INA)
    • Odisha State Formation and Post-Independence Reorganization
    • Odisha — Important Personalities and Historical Figures
  2. 2

    Odisha Geography (PSC Paper-II, UNIQUE)

    ~4 marks

    Location, Mahanadi, Brahmani, Baitarani, Subarnarekha, Rushikulya, Vamsadhara, Climate, Soils, Odisha Districts, Per Official Notification

    • Odisha Location, Physical Features, Districts, Divisions
    • Odisha Rivers — Mahanadi, Brahmani, Baitarani, Subarnarekha, Rushikulya, Vamsadhara
    • Odisha Climate, Monsoon, Natural Vegetation, Forest Cover
    • Odisha Soil Types, Agriculture, Major Crops
    • Odisha Industries, Mineral Resources, Power Resources
    • Odisha Water Resources, Irrigation, Major Projects
    • Odisha Wildlife, Sanctuaries, National Parks, Biodiversity
  3. 3

    Odisha Economy (PSC Paper-II, UNIQUE)

    ~4 marks

    GSDP, Industries, Agriculture, State Budget, Schemes, Per Official Notification

    • Odisha State Economy — GSDP, Per Capita Income, Sectoral Composition
    • Odisha Agriculture — Major Crops, Irrigation, Marketing
    • Odisha Industries — Major Industrial Sectors, MSME
    • Odisha Tourism — Major Destinations, Cultural Tourism
    • Odisha State Budget, Fiscal Position, Tax Revenue
    • Odisha Government Schemes — Recent Welfare Initiatives
    • Odisha Economic Reforms, Future Plans, Investment
  4. 4

    Odisha Polity & Administration (PSC Paper-II, UNIQUE)

    ~4 marks

    Bhubaneswar (Capital), Governor, CM, Legislature, Per Official Notification

    • Odisha State Formation History
    • Odisha — Capital (Bhubaneswar), Major Cities, Districts
    • Odisha Governor, Chief Minister, Council of Ministers
    • Odisha Legislative Assembly and Legislative Council (if applicable)
    • Odisha High Court and District Administration
    • Odisha Panchayati Raj (3-Tier), Urban Local Bodies
    • Odisha State Election Commission, Lok Ayukta, Administration
  5. 5

    Odisha Culture & Heritage (PSC Paper-II, UNIQUE)

    ~4 marks

    Languages, Festivals, Cuisine, Tribes (Santhal, Gond, Munda, Bhuyan, Kandha, Paroja, Bonda, Saora, Juang), Per Official Notification

    • Odisha Languages, Literature, and Dialects
    • Odisha Festivals — Rath Yatra (Puri — World Famous), Raja, Nuakhai, Bali Yatra, Konark Dance Festival, Chandan Yatra
    • Odisha Cuisine — Pakhala Bhata, Dalma, Macha Besara, Santula, Chungdi Malai, Chhena Poda, Rasagola (origin), Pitha, Manda
    • Odisha Tribal Communities — Santhal, Gond, Munda, Bhuyan, Kandha, Paroja, Bonda, Saora, Juang
    • Odisha Folk Dances, Music, and Performing Arts
    • Odisha Handicrafts, Handlooms, and Arts
    • Odisha Architecture, Religious Sites, and UNESCO Sites (if any)
  6. 6

    Odisha General Knowledge & Landmarks (PSC Paper-II, UNIQUE)

    ~3 marks

    Puri (Jagannath Temple), Konark Sun Temple, Bhubaneswar (Temple City), Cuttack, Sambalpur, Chilika Lake, Simlipal, Bhitarkanika, Hirakud Dam, Dhauli, Important Personalities, Per Official Notification

    • Odisha Major Landmarks — Puri (Jagannath Temple), Konark Sun Temple, Bhubaneswar (Temple City), Cuttack, Sambalpur, Chilika Lake, Simlipal, Bhitarkanika, Hirakud Dam, Dhauli
    • Odisha Important Personalities — Historical and Contemporary
    • Odisha Government Initiatives, Digital Programs, Smart Cities
    • Odisha Education and Universities, Research Institutions
    • Odisha Health Infrastructure, Major Hospitals, AIIMS (if any)
    • Odisha Sports, Cultural Events, Film Industry (if any)
    • Odisha Recent Current Affairs and Government Schemes

Frequently asked questions

What topics are in the OPSC Paper II syllabus?

Paper II for OPSC has 6 topics: Odisha History (PSC Paper-II, UNIQUE), Odisha Geography (PSC Paper-II, UNIQUE), Odisha Economy (PSC Paper-II, UNIQUE), Odisha Polity & Administration (PSC Paper-II, UNIQUE), Odisha Culture & Heritage (PSC Paper-II, UNIQUE) and Odisha General Knowledge & Landmarks (PSC Paper-II, UNIQUE), with 42 sub-topics in all.

How many questions come from Paper II in OPSC?

About 100 questions (200 marks) in OPSC Mains Paper II (Odisha-specific — UNIQUE). Always check the latest notification, as numbers can change.

Which Paper II topics matter most for OPSC?

By weightage in the syllabus data: Odisha History (PSC Paper-II, UNIQUE) (~5 marks), Odisha Geography (PSC Paper-II, UNIQUE) (~4 marks), Odisha Economy (PSC Paper-II, UNIQUE) (~4 marks).

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