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Odisha Exams

OTET (Odisha Teacher Eligibility Test) is conducted by the Board of Secondary Education (BSE) Odisha for candidates aspiring to teach in government schools in Odisha. OTET is mandatory for appointment as Class I–VIII teachers in Odisha state government schools. AglaSem provides the latest OTET notification, syllabus, admit card and result.
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About OTET

OTET (Odisha Teacher Eligibility Test) is conducted by the Board of Secondary Education (BSE) Odisha for candidates aspiring to teach in government primary and upper primary schools in Odisha. It is mandatory for appointment as a Class I–VIII teacher in Odisha state government schools.

What is OTET?

  • State-level teacher eligibility test for Odisha.
  • Paper I: Class I–V; Paper II: Class VI–VIII.
  • Conducted by BSE Odisha, Cuttack.
  • Certificate valid for 7 years from date of result.

OTET Highlights

FeatureDetails
Exam NameOdisha Teacher Eligibility Test (OTET)
Conducting BodyBoard of Secondary Education (BSE) Odisha
PapersPaper I (Class I–V), Paper II (Class VI–VIII)
ModeOffline (OMR-based)
Validity7 Years
Official Websitebseodisha.ac.in

OTET Exam Pattern

  • 150 MCQs, 150 marks, 2.5 hours per paper.
  • Paper I: Child Development, Language I (Odia), Language II (English), Mathematics, EVS.
  • Paper II: Child Development, Language I, Language II, and Maths & Science or Social Science.
  • No negative marking.

OTET Eligibility

  • Paper I: Sr. Secondary with 50% marks and 2-year D.El.Ed / D.Ed.
  • Paper II: Graduation + B.Ed; or 4-year B.El.Ed.
  • Relaxation for SC/ST/PwD candidates as per Odisha government norms.

OTET Selection Process

  1. Apply online during the notification window.
  2. Appear for Paper I and/or Paper II.
  3. Score 60% or above (55% for SC/ST/PwD/Ex-servicemen) to qualify.
  4. OTET certificate issued for use in teacher recruitment.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is OTET?

OTET is a competitive government recruitment exam. Candidates who qualify the exam and clear all selection stages are eligible for appointment to government posts.

How can I apply for OTET?

Applications for OTET are accepted online through the official website during the notification window. Check the Important Dates section on this page for application start and end dates.

What is the selection process for OTET?

The selection process for OTET generally includes a written examination followed by document verification. Some posts may also include a physical efficiency test, skill test or interview.

Where can I find OTET syllabus and previous year papers?

AglaSem provides study material, question papers, syllabus and notes for OTET in the Resources section above. These are free to access.