Odisha OTET 2025 Notification Released: Application Dates, Eligibility, Exam Pattern, and Fee Details
The Board of Secondary Education (BSE), Odisha, Cuttack has officially released the short notification for the Odisha Teacher Eligibility Test (OTET 2025) on 11th November 2025. As per the notice, the online application process will start from 12th November 2025 and will continue till 25th November 2025 through the official website www.bseodisha.ac.in.
The Odisha Teacher Eligibility Test (OTET) is a state-level eligibility examination that determines the qualification of candidates aspiring to become teachers for Classes I to VIII in government, private aided, and unaided schools across the state.
Odisha OTET 2025 Notification Out
The Odisha Teacher Eligibility Test (OTET 2025) will be conducted offline by the Board of Secondary Education (BSE), Odisha. The short notification was released under Notification No. 2006 on 11th November 2025, while the detailed notification will be published shortly. OTET is conducted once every year, and its certificate remains valid for a lifetime.
OTET 2025 Exam Summary
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Exam Conducting Authority | Board of Secondary Education (BSE), Odisha, Cuttack |
| Exam Name | Odisha Teacher Eligibility Test (OTET 2025) |
| Level | State Level |
| Frequency | Once a year |
| Mode of Application | Online |
| Registration Dates | 12th to 25th November 2025 |
| Mode of Exam | Offline |
| Certificate Validity | Lifetime |
| Official Website | www.bseodisha.ac.in |
OTET 2025 Important Dates
| Events | Dates |
|---|---|
| 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 2025 Release Date | 10th December 2025 |
| OTET Exam Date 2025 | 17th December 2025 (Wednesday) |
| Paper 1 Timing | 9:00 AM to 11:30 AM |
| Paper 2 Timing | 2:00 PM to 4:30 PM |
| OTET Answer Key 2025 | By end of December 2025 |
OTET 2025 Eligibility Criteria
There is no specific age limit for the OTET Exam, but candidates must meet the educational qualification criteria for the respective paper.
Eligibility for Paper-I (Primary Teacher: Classes I to V)
- Higher Secondary (or equivalent) with at least 50% marks and a 2-year Diploma in Elementary Education (D.El.Ed).
- Higher Secondary (or equivalent) with at least 45% marks and a 2-year D.El.Ed (as per NCTE norms).
- Higher Secondary (or equivalent) with at least 50% marks and a 4-year Bachelor of Elementary Education (B.El.Ed).
- Higher Secondary (or equivalent) with at least 50% marks and a 2-year Diploma in Education (Special Education).
- Graduation and a 2-year D.El.Ed.
Eligibility for Paper-II (Upper Primary Teacher: Classes VI to VIII)
- Graduation and a 2-year D.El.Ed.
- Graduation with at least 50% marks and a 1-year B.Ed.
- Graduation with at least 45% marks and a 1-year B.Ed (as per NCTE norms).
- Higher Secondary (or equivalent) with at least 50% marks and a 4-year B.El.Ed.
- Higher Secondary (or 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).
OTET 2025 Application Fee
| Category | Application Fee |
|---|---|
| SC & ST | ₹400/- |
| Other Categories | ₹600/- |
Candidates must pay the fee through the HDFC payment gateway available on the official website.
OTET 2025 Exam Pattern & Syllabus
Paper 1: Primary Level (Classes I to V)
| Subject | Questions | Marks | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| Child Development & Pedagogy | 30 | 30 | 150 minutes |
| Language-I (Odia/Urdu/Hindi/Telugu/Bengali) | 30 | 30 | |
| Language-II (English) | 30 | 30 | |
| Mathematics | 30 | 30 | |
| Environmental Studies | 30 | 30 | |
| Total | 150 | 150 | 150 minutes |
Paper 2: Upper Primary Level (Classes VI to VIII)
| Subject | Questions | Marks | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| Child Development & Pedagogy | 30 | 30 | 150 minutes |
| Language-I (Odia/Urdu/Hindi/Telugu/Bengali) | 30 | 30 | |
| Language-II (English) | 30 | 30 | |
| Mathematics & Science OR Social Studies | 60 | 60 | |
| Total | 150 | 150 | 150 minutes |
Note:
- Each correct answer carries 1 mark.
- No negative marking will be applicable.
OTET 2025 Online Application Link
The OTET 2025 online application form will be activated on 12th November 2025 at www.bseodisha.ac.in. Candidates meeting the eligibility requirements must complete the registration and payment process before 25th November 2025.
FAQs on OTET 2025
Q1. When was the OTET 2025 Notification released?
The short notification for OTET 2025 was released on 11th November 2025 by BSE Odisha.
Q2. What are the OTET 2025 application dates?
The OTET 2025 online application process starts on 12th November and ends on 25th November 2025.
Q3. What is the OTET 2025 exam date?
The OTET 2025 exam will be held on 17th December 2025 (Wednesday).
Q4. Is there any age limit for OTET 2025?
No, there is no specific age limit for appearing in the OTET exam.
Q5. What is the application fee for OTET 2025?
The application fee is ₹400 for SC/ST and ₹600 for other categories.
Q6. How long is the OTET certificate valid?
The OTET certificate is valid for a lifetime from the date of issue.
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