The Board of Secondary Education, Odisha (BSE Odisha) has released the OSSTET 2026 notification for candidates aspiring to become secondary school teachers in Odisha. The Odisha Secondary School Teachers Eligibility Test, For the latest updates on admit card downloads, exam day guidelines, answer keys and results, candidates should regularly check the official BSE Odisha website at www.bseodisha.ac.in.
BOARD OF SECONDARY EDUCATION, ODISHA
OSSTET 2026
ODISHA SECONDARY SCHOOL TEACHERS ELIGIBILITY TEST (OSSTET) 2026
The Board of Secondary Education, Odisha (BSE Odisha) has released the OSSTET 2026 notification for Odisha Secondary School Teachers Eligibility Test. The written examination is scheduled for 30th September 2026 (Wednesday). Interested and eligible candidates who applied online can check the exam schedule, eligibility, fee and syllabus details below.
1. OSSTET 2026 EXAM SUMMARY
| Conducting Body | : | Board of Secondary Education, Odisha |
| Name of the Exam | : | OSSTET 2026 |
| Full Form | : | Odisha Secondary School Teachers Eligibility Test |
| Exam Level | : | State |
| Mode of Application | : | Online |
| Exam Date | : | 30th September 2026 |
| Exam Timing | : | 9:00 AM to 11:30 AM |
| Total Questions | : | 150 |
| Total Marks | : | 150 |
| Negative Marking | : | No |
| Official Website | : | www.bseodisha.ac.in |
2. OSSTET 2026 IMPORTANT DATES
| Notification Release Date | : | 2nd August 2026 |
| Apply Online Start Date | : | 3rd August 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply Online | : | 23rd August 2026 |
| Last Date to Pay Application Fee | : | 23rd August 2026 |
| Admit Card Release Date | : | 20th September 2026 |
| Written Exam Date | : | 30th September 2026 |
3. APPLICATION FEE
| SC/ST Category | : | ₹400 |
| Other Categories | : | ₹600 |
4. QUALIFYING MARKS
| General | : | 45% |
| SC/ST/PH/SEBC | : | 35% |
5. ELIGIBILITY CRITERIA
- Candidate must be an Indian national.
- Must have passed Higher Secondary Examination from BSE Odisha; CBSE/ICSE candidates must have studied and passed Odia as a subject.
- Must hold a Bachelor’s Degree in the respective discipline with at least 50% marks from a recognised university.
- Must hold a B.Ed. degree from a university recognised by NCTE.
- Should be a permanent resident of Odisha.
- Should be fluent in Odia.
6. SELECTION PROCESS
Written Examination (OSSTET)
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Personal Interview
- Exam conducted offline; objective type questions only.
- No negative marking for wrong answers.
7. OSSTET EXAM PATTERN 2026
| Stream/Discipline | Sections | Marks | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| TGT Arts | Section III: Odia, Geography & Economics, History & Political Science, English Section IV: Child Development, Pedagogy, School Management & Evaluation |
150 | 2 Hours 30 Minutes |
| TGT Science | Section III: Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry Section IV: Child Development, Pedagogy, School Management & Evaluation |
150 | 2 Hours 30 Minutes |
| TGT CBZ | Section III: Chemistry, Botany, Zoology Section IV: Child Development, Pedagogy, School Management & Evaluation |
150 | 2 Hours 30 Minutes |
| Classical Teacher – Sanskrit | Section III: Sanskrit Section IV: Child Development, Pedagogy, School Management & Evaluation |
150 | 2 Hours 30 Minutes |
| Hindi Teacher | Section III: Hindi Section IV: Child Development, Pedagogy, School Management & Evaluation |
150 | 2 Hours 30 Minutes |
| Classical Teacher – Telugu | Section III: Telugu Section IV: Child Development, Pedagogy, School Management & Evaluation |
150 | 2 Hours 30 Minutes |
| Classical Teacher – Urdu | Section III: Urdu Section IV: Child Development, Pedagogy, School Management & Evaluation |
150 | 2 Hours 30 Minutes |
| Physical Education Teacher | Section III: Contents of C.P.Ed. Course Section IV: Child Development, Pedagogy, School Management & Evaluation |
150 | 2 Hours 30 Minutes |
8. OSSTET SYLLABUS 2026
OSSTET Paper 1 Syllabus
Language I – MIL OdiaLanguage II – EnglishMathematics and Science / Hindi / Social Studies / Telugu / Sanskrit / UrduChild Development, School Management and Evaluation
OSSTET Paper 2 Syllabus
Language I – MIL OdiaLanguage II – EnglishContents of C.P.Ed. and B.P.Ed. CourseChild Development, School Management and Evaluation
9. OSSTET TEACHER SALARY 2026
| In-hand Monthly Salary Range | : | ₹5,200 – ₹20,200 |
10. OSSTET 2026 EXAM CENTRES
| Exam Centre | Exam Centre |
|---|---|
| Angul | Balangir |
| Sundergarh | Sambalpur |
| Sonpur | Malkangiri |
| Nuapada | Puri |
| Gajapati | Kandhamal |
| Nayagarh | Nowrangpur |
| Rayagada | Jagatsinghpur |
| Cuttack | Dhenkanal |
| Bhadrak | Deogarh |
| Mayurbhanj | Bargarh |
| Khordha | Koraput |
| Keonjhar | Kendrapara |
| Balasore | Ganjam |
| Kalahandi | Jajpur |
| Boudhgarh | Jharsuguda |
11. FAQs
What is the last date to apply for OSSTET 2026?
The last date to apply online and pay the application fee for OSSTET 2026 was 23rd August 2026.
When is the OSSTET 2026 written exam?
The OSSTET 2026 written exam is scheduled for 30th September 2026 (Wednesday) from 9:00 AM to 11:30 AM.
What is the application fee for OSSTET 2026?
The application fee is ₹400 for SC/ST candidates and ₹600 for other categories.
What are the OSSTET 2026 qualifying marks?
The qualifying percentage is 45% for General category candidates and 35% for SC/ST/PH/SEBC candidates.
Is there negative marking in OSSTET 2026?
No, there is no negative marking for wrong answers in OSSTET 2026.
What is the educational qualification required for OSSTET 2026?
Candidates must have passed Higher Secondary Examination from BSE Odisha (or studied Odia if from CBSE/ICSE), hold a Bachelor’s Degree with at least 50% marks, and hold a B.Ed. degree from an NCTE-recognised university.
12. IMPORTANT LINKS
| Official Website | bseodisha.ac.in |
Note : For detailed notification please visit the official website.🌐www.bseodisha.ac.in
