The Board of Secondary Education (BSE), Odisha, has officially released the Odisha Teacher Eligibility Test (OTET) 2025 notification on 11th November 2025. Interested and eligible candidates can apply online from November 12 to November 25, 2025, through the official website at www.bseodisha.ac.in. The OTET exam is scheduled to be conducted in offline mode on 17th December 2025.
Odisha OTET Notification 2025
The Odisha OTET Notification 2025 PDF has been released via Advertisement No. 2006. This notification provides complete details regarding the eligibility criteria, exam pattern, syllabus, and application process. Aspirants are advised to read the official notification carefully before proceeding with the application.
Odisha TET 2025: Overview
Here is a quick summary of all the key information for the Odisha Teacher Eligibility Test 2025.
| Conducting Body | Board of Secondary Education (BSE), Odisha |
|---|---|
| Exam Name | Odisha Teacher Eligibility Test (OTET) 2025 |
| Level | State Level |
| Frequency | Once a year |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Registration Dates | 12th to 25th November 2025 |
| Exam Mode | Offline (Pen & Paper) |
| OTET Exam Date 2025 | 17th December 2025 |
| Admit Card Release | 10th December 2025 |
| Certificate Validity | Lifetime |
| Official Website | www.bseodisha.ac.in |
Odisha TET 2025 Important Dates
Candidates must mark these crucial dates to ensure they do not miss any deadline.
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Release Date | 11th November 2025 |
| OTET Online Form Availability | 12th November 2025 |
| Last Date to Apply Online | 25th November 2025 (Midnight) |
| Last Date to Pay Application Fee | 26th November 2025 (11:45 PM) |
| OTET Admit Card Release Date | 10th December 2025 |
| OTET Exam Date 2025 | 17th December 2025 |
Odisha OTET Eligibility Criteria 2025
Candidates must meet the following educational qualifications to be eligible for the exam.
Eligibility for Paper-I (For Classes I to V)
- Higher Secondary (or its equivalent) with at least 50% marks and a 2-year Diploma in Elementary Education (D.El.Ed).
- Higher Secondary (or its equivalent) with at least 45% marks and a 2-year Diploma in Elementary Education (D.El.Ed), as per NCTE norms.
- Higher Secondary (or its equivalent) with at least 50% marks and a 4-year Bachelor of Elementary Education (B.El.Ed).
- Higher Secondary (or its equivalent) with at least 50% marks and a 2-year Diploma in Education (Special Education).
- Graduation and a 2-year Diploma in Elementary Education (D.El.Ed).
Eligibility for Paper-II (For Classes VI to VIII)
- Graduation and a 2-year Diploma in Elementary Education (D.El.Ed).
- Graduation with at least 50% marks and a 1-year Bachelor in Education (B.Ed).
- Graduation with at least 45% marks and a 1-year Bachelor in Education (B.Ed), as per NCTE norms.
- Higher Secondary (or its equivalent) with at least 50% marks and a 4-year Bachelor in Elementary Education (B.El.Ed).
- Higher Secondary (or its equivalent) with at least 50% marks and a 4-year B.A./B.Sc.Ed. or B.A.Ed./B.Sc.Ed.
- Graduation with at least 50% marks and a 1-year B.Ed. (Special Education).
Odisha OTET Apply Online 2025
The online application window for OTET 2025 is active from 12th to 25th November 2025. Candidates must fill out the form on the official BSE Odisha website. The direct link to apply is provided below.
Direct Link to Apply for OTET 2025 (Active from 12th Nov)
Odisha OTET Application Fee 2025
The application fee is non-refundable and must be paid online via the HDFC payment gateway.
| Category | Application Fee |
|---|---|
| SC / ST | Rs. 400/- |
| General & Others | Rs. 600/- |
Odisha TET 2025 Exam Pattern & Syllabus
The exam will consist of two papers, each with 150 multiple-choice questions carrying one mark each. There is no negative marking.
Paper 1: Primary Level (Classes I to V)
| Subject | Questions | Marks |
|---|---|---|
| Child Development & Pedagogy | 30 | 30 |
| Language I (Odia/Urdu/Hindi/Telugu/Bengali) | 30 | 30 |
| Language II (English) | 30 | 30 |
| Mathematics | 30 | 30 |
| Environmental Studies | 30 | 30 |
| Total | 150 | 150 |
Paper 2: Upper Primary Level (Classes VI to VIII)
| Subject | Questions | Marks |
|---|---|---|
| Child Development & Pedagogy | 30 | 30 |
| Language I (Odia/Urdu/Hindi/Telugu/Bengali) | 30 | 30 |
| Language II (English) | 30 | 30 |
| Mathematics & Science OR Social Studies | 60 | 60 |
| Total | 150 | 150 |
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FAQs
Q1. What is the last date to apply for OTET 2025?
Ans. The last date to apply online for OTET 2025 is 25th November 2025.
Q2. What is the exam date for OTET 2025?
Ans. The OTET 2025 exam will be held on 17th December 2025.
Q3. What is the validity period of the OTET certificate?
Ans. The OTET certificate is valid for a lifetime.
Q4. Is there any negative marking in the OTET exam?
Ans. No, there is no negative marking in the OTET exam.
Q5. What is the application fee for the General category?
Ans. The application fee for the General category is Rs. 600/-, while it is Rs. 400/- for SC/ST candidates.
