OSSTET 2026 Notification Released: Exam Date, Apply Online Links & Eligibility

The Odisha Secondary School Teachers Eligibility Test, widely recognized as OSSTET, is a premier state-level examination conducted by the Board of Secondary Education (BSE), Odisha, to determine the eligibility of aspiring secondary school teachers across the state. Candidates aiming to build a rewarding teaching career in Odisha should initiate their preparation immediately. According to the official notification released, the application forms for the OSSTET Exam 2026 are available from 3rd to 17th August 2026 at http://www.bseodisha.ac.in/.

OSSTET Notification 2026 Out

The official notification detailing important dates, including application windows, admit card release schedules, exam dates, and shift timings, is now live at http://www.bseodisha.ac.in/. Review the official notice provided below and proceed with your online application without delay. 

OSSTET 2026 Exam

The initial selection round identifies candidates who successfully qualify for the OSSTET examination. Qualified aspirants may subsequently be called for further selection rounds, such as a personal interview. For comprehensive details regarding the Odisha Secondary School TET 2026 Exam, please consult the summary table below.

OSSTET Exam Date 2026 Out

As per the latest official announcement, the OSSTET 2026 Exam has been scheduled for 30th September 2026 (Wednesday). Both Paper 1 and Paper 2 will be administered in a single shift (9:00 AM to 11:30 AM). Please note that only candidates with successfully validated applications will be permitted to sit for the eligibility test. 

OSSTET 2026 Important Dates

The official Odisha TET 2026 Notification for the Odisha Secondary School Teachers Eligibility Test has been officially published by the Board of Secondary Education, Odisha. Online registration remains active from 3rd to 17th August 2026. 

OSSTET 2026 Eligibility

Aspirants must meet the specified minimum eligibility criteria to appear for the OSSTET 2026 examination. The essential eligibility requirements that candidates must satisfy are outlined below:

OSSTET Application Form 2026

The registration portal is active for a limited time on the official website at http://www.bseodisha.ac.in/. Candidates can submit their applications online between 3rd and 17th August 2026. Submissions are accepted exclusively through online mode; offline or alternative applications will not be entertained. Click the direct link below to start your application process. 

OSSTET Apply Online 2026 Link (Active) - Click to Apply

OSSTET 2026 Application Fee

Candidates are required to pay the prescribed application fee while submitting their registration forms for the OSSTET Exam 2026. 

Steps to Fill OSSTET Application Form

• Visit the official website of BSE, Odisha at http://www.bseodisha.ac.in/
• Click on ‘New Registration’ to create a new Login ID.
• On successful registration, the login ID and Password will be sent on the registered mail of the candidate.
• Fill out the OSSTET application form with the required details.
• Upload all the required documents in the prescribed format.
• Proceed to pay the application fees as per your category.
• Submit the OSSTET 2026 Application Form.
• Take the printout of the Application Form for future reference.

What are OSSTET Qualifying Marks 2026?

BSE Odisha has updated the minimum qualifying percentage requirements for the OSSTET 2026 examination. Review the revised passing marks below.

OSSTET Cut Off (Qualifying Marks)- Click to Check

OSSTET 2026 Selection Process

Candidates aspiring to embark on a teaching career in Odisha's secondary schools must successfully clear this examination to gain certification. The OSSTET 2026 exam will be conducted in offline mode, and notably, there is no negative marking for incorrect answers. 

OSSTET Exam Pattern 2026

All exam questions will be objective-type with zero negative marking for wrong answers. The detailed exam pattern for OSSTET 2026 is outlined below.

OSSTET Previous Year Question Papers- Click to Download

OSSTET Syllabus 2026

The official OSSTET syllabus is prescribed by the Board of Secondary Education, Odisha, for both Paper 1 and Paper 2. To clear the exam, candidates must thoroughly familiarize themselves with the syllabus and structure their preparation accordingly. OSSTET 2026 is conducted across two distinct categories: Paper 1 for Trained Graduate Teachers (TGTs) and Paper 2 for Physical Education Teachers. Detailed category-wise syllabi can be found below.

OSSTET Paper 1 Syllabus

• The language I MIL Odia
• Language II English
• Mathematics and Science/ Hindi/  Social Studies/ Telugu/ Sanskrit/ Urdu
• Child Development, School Management and Evaluation

OSSTET Paper II Syllabus

• The language I MIL Odia
• Language II English
• Contents of C.P.Ed and B.P.Ed course
• Child Development, School Management and Evaluation

OSSTET Syllabus 2026- Click to Check

OSSTET 2026 Teacher Salary

Upon successfully qualifying for OSSTET 2026, candidates become eligible for teaching positions offering competitive salary packages. Factoring in basic pay and applicable allowances, the average monthly in-hand salary for certified teachers generally ranges between Rs. 5,200 and Rs. 20,200.

OSSTET 2026 Exam Centre

The Odisha Secondary School Teacher Eligibility Test will be hosted across multiple designated cities. Candidates can select their preferred examination centers during the registration process from the approved list provided. Priority is given to the candidate's first choice; however, in cases of limited capacity or unavailability, the board reserves the right to assign an alternative center.