Odisha OTET notification 2025 released at bseodisha.ac.in: Registration begins for Paper 1, 2; check direct link here
The Board of Secondary Education (BSE), Odisha has officially released the notification for the Odisha Teacher Eligibility Test (OTET) 2025, inviting applications from eligible candidates who aspire to become teachers in state government, government-aided, and private schools across Odisha. The online registration process begins on November 12, 2025, and will continue till November 25, 2025, with the last date for fee payment set as November 26, 2025. According to the schedule, the OTET 2025 exam for both Paper I and Paper II will be held on December 17, 2025, and the admit cards will be issued on December 10, 2025. Interested candidates can apply through the official website, bseodisha.ac.in, after carefully reviewing the eligibility criteria and application details.
OTET exam 2025 important dates
The OTET is a state-level eligibility test that determines the qualification of candidates to teach Classes I to VIII in Odisha schools. The test is conducted in two papers—Paper I for Primary level (Classes I–V) and Paper II for Upper Primary level (Classes VI–VIII).Important dates to remember:
- Notification release: November 11, 2025
- Application start date: November 12, 2025
- Last date to apply: November 25, 2025
- Last date for fee payment: November 26, 2025
- Admit card release: December 10, 2025
- Exam date: December 17, 2025
Candidates must ensure that their application and fee submission are completed before the deadline, as no extension will be provided.
Eligibility criteria for OTET 2025
The eligibility criteria vary for the two papers:For Paper I (Primary Level – Classes I to V):
- Must have passed Higher Secondary (or equivalent) with at least 50% marks.
- Must have completed a 2-year Diploma in Elementary Education (D.El.Ed).
For Paper II (Upper Primary Level – Classes VI to VIII):
- Must be a graduate in any discipline with at least 50% marks.
- Should have completed a 2-year D.El.Ed or a 1-year Bachelor of Education (B.Ed) programme.
Relaxations in marks are applicable for candidates belonging to SC, ST, SEBC, and PwD categories as per state norms.
Exam pattern and structure
The OTET consists of two separate papers. Each paper contains multiple-choice questions (MCQs) and carries 150 marks. The duration for each paper is 2 hours and 30 minutes.Paper I includes:
- Child Development and Pedagogy
- Language I (Odia/Urdu)
- Language II (English)
- Mathematics
- Environmental Studies
Paper II includes:
- Child Development and Pedagogy
- Language I (Odia/Urdu)
- Language II (English)
- Mathematics & Science or Social Studies (based on candidate choice)
There is no negative marking in the OTET examination.
How to apply for OTET 2025
The application process is completely online and can be completed through the official website, bseodisha.ac.in. Here is how candidates can register online:
- Visit the
BSE Odisha website and click on the OTET 2025 link. - Register using a valid email ID and mobile number.
- Fill in personal, academic, and communication details carefully.
- Upload scanned copies of the required documents, including a recent photograph and signature.
- Pay the application fee through the prescribed payment gateway.
- Download and print the confirmation page for future reference.
Direct link to register for OTET 2025 here. Candidates are advised to double-check their eligibility before submitting the form, as incomplete or incorrect applications may be rejected.
