Your Gateway to a Teaching Career in Odisha
Dreaming of a teaching career in Odisha’s government schools? The moment you’ve been waiting for has arrived, but the application window is brief and closing soon! The official notification for the Odisha Teacher Eligibility Test (OTET) 2026 is out, and the online application portal is now live for all aspiring educators.
- Application Deadline: Submit your form online by 11:45 PM on April 9, 2026.
- Admit Card Release: Download your hall ticket starting May 15, 2026.
- Exam Day: The offline test is scheduled for May 29, 2026, in two shifts.
Mark Your Calendars: Key OTET 2026 Dates
Time is of the essence for all applicants. As reported by StudyHub, the online registration process will conclude sharply on April 9. Following the application closure, a correction window will be provided for candidates to edit any errors in their forms. The admit cards, which are mandatory for entry into the examination hall, will be available for download from May 15 onwards. The pen-and-paper examination is set for May 29, with Paper 1 from 9:00 AM to 11:30 AM and Paper 2 from 2:00 PM to 4:30 PM.
Are You Eligible to Apply?
To ensure a smooth application process, candidates must meet the specific eligibility criteria. For Paper 1 (Classes 1-5), applicants need to have completed Higher Secondary education along with a DElEd, BElEd, or an equivalent qualification. For Paper 2 (Classes 6-8), a graduation degree combined with a BEd, DElEd, or a similar course is required. While there is no upper age limit for this test, all applicants must be permanent residents of Odisha to be eligible.
Understanding the Exam Format
Both OTET papers will consist of 150 objective-type questions, with each question carrying one mark, for a total of 150 marks. A major relief for candidates is that there is no negative marking for incorrect answers. To qualify, candidates must secure a minimum of 60% marks. The syllabus covers essential topics like Child Development & Pedagogy and two language papers. Subject-specific sections include Mathematics and Environmental Science for Paper 1, and a choice between Mathematics & Science or Social Studies for Paper 2.