OTET 2026 Exam Date Rescheduled: Check New Exam Schedule and Latest Updates

The Board of Secondary Education (BSE), Odisha, has published the official OTET 2026 notification, outlining the complete exam schedule and candidate eligibility requirements. According to the official announcement issued on 12th May 2026, the OTET exam has been rescheduled for 28th June 2026 (Sunday). The examination will be held in offline mode for all registered applicants. Read on for comprehensive details regarding the Odisha TET 2026 exam.

OTET 2026 Exam

The Odisha Teacher Eligibility Test (OTET) is a state-level assessment designed to determine the eligibility of candidates for teaching roles in Classes I to VIII across government, private aided, and private unaided schools in Odisha. The exam consists of two papers: Paper-I for primary teachers (Classes I–V) and Paper-II for upper primary teachers (Classes VI–VIII). 

OTET 2026- Exam Summary

Aspiring educators who meet the official OTET eligibility criteria have a significant opportunity to launch their teaching careers. Successful candidates will receive the OTET certificate, which remains valid for a lifetime from the date of issuance. Please refer to the overview table below for further details.

OTET 2026- Exam Summary
Exam Conducting Authority	Board of Secondary Education, Odisha, Cuttack
Exam Name	Odisha Teacher Eligibility Test (OTET 2026)
Exam Level	State-Level
Frequency	Once a year
Exam Date	28th June 2026 (Sunday)
Mode of Exam	Offline
Certificate Validity	Lifetime
Official website	www.bseodisha.ac.in

OTET Exam Date 2026 Out

Following the latest official notice, the OTET 2026 exam date has been revised. The Odisha Teacher Eligibility Test (OTET) 2026 is now confirmed for 28th June 2026. Paper I will be held from 9 am to 11:30 am, and Paper II is scheduled from 2 pm to 4:30 pm. Additional information, including exam center guidelines, will be provided with the admit card.

OTET Exam Schedule and Time Table

Paper Name	Timing
Paper 1	9 am to 11:30 am
Paper 2	2 pm to 4:30 pm

OTET 2026 Important Dates

The complete timeline for the OTET 2026 exam, covering registration windows, fee payment deadlines, admit card release, and the final exam date, is officially documented in the OTET 2026 notification. You can find the summarized schedule in the table below. 

Events	Dates
Notification Release Date	25th March 2026
OTET Apply Online Starts	26th March 2026
Last Date to Apply	9th May 2026 (11:45 pm)
Last Date to Pay Application Fee	9th May 2026 (11:45 pm)
OTET Admit Card 2026	17th June 2026
OTET Exam Date 2026	28th June 2026

OTET 2026 Notification

The official OTET 2026 notification was released by the Board of Secondary Education, Odisha, Cuttack, on their website, www.bseodisha.ac.in, on 25th March 2026. The full schedule is outlined in the notification, and for your convenience, we have provided the download link below.

OTET Notification 2026 - Click to Download

OTET 2026 Eligibility Criteria

While the Odisha TET is primarily an eligibility test, applicants must satisfy specific criteria when completing the OTET 2026 application form. Although there is no specific age limit for candidates, meeting the minimum educational qualifications is mandatory. Detailed OTET 2026 eligibility requirements for both primary and upper primary levels are provided below.

Eligibility Criteria for Paper-I (Primary Teacher for 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 Diploma in Elementary Education (D.El.Ed), following NCTE regulations.
• 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 Diploma in Elementary Education (D.El.Ed).

Eligibility Criteria for Paper-II (Upper Primary Teacher 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), in accordance with NCTE regulations.
• Higher Secondary (or equivalent) with at least 50% marks and a 4-year Bachelor in Elementary Education (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 2026 Application Form 

The online application portal for the Odisha Teacher Eligibility Test (OTET 2026) opened on 26th March 2026 at www.bseodisha.ac.in. Eligible candidates are encouraged to register before the final deadline of 9th May 2026 (11:45 pm). Please ensure you have all necessary documents ready before starting your application. 

OTET 2026 Application Form Details - Click to Check

OTET 2026 Application Fee

The OTET application process is only considered complete upon successful payment of the application fee. The fee is Rs. 400/- for SC/ST candidates and Rs. 600/- for general category applicants. All payments must be processed online using the integrated HDFC payment gateway.

Category	Application Fee
For SC & ST Category	Rs. 400/- (Rupees Four Hundred) Only
For Other Category	Rs. 600/- (Rupees Six Hundred) Only

Steps to Apply Online for the OTET Exam 2026

Before registering, candidates must carefully read the instructions, eligibility guidelines, and applicability criteria for OTET-2026. Candidates may apply for Paper I, Paper II, or both, depending on their qualifications. We have provided a comprehensive step-by-step guide to the online application process below.

1. Visit the official website of the Board of Secondary Education, Odisha, Cuttack at www.bseodisha.ac.in.
2. On the homepage tab on Examination >OTET Examination> Online Application for Odisha Teacher Eligibility Test OTET- 2026> Go to Link.
3. Candidates are redirected to a new page. If you have already registered, click the “Login” button; otherwise, click on “New Registration” to register.
4. On clicking “New Registration”, the OTET-2026 page will be displayed.  Enter your name, password (to be created by you), and Mobile No. & e-mail ID, and then click on the Submit tab. (You will have to enter OTP, which shall be sent to your registered mobile no and email ID).
5. Submit your application forms by providing personal information, eligibility criteria, educational qualifications, and address.
6. Click on the Payment & Declaration tab to submit the application fee as per category, and then click on the Final Submit tab.

OTET 2026 Exam Pattern & Syllabus

The examination pattern for both Paper 1 and Paper 2 is structured as follows.

• There are 150 questions for Papers 1 and 2 each.
• The duration of the examination is 150 minutes.
• Each correct answer gives 1 mark.
• There will be no negative marking.

Paper 1: Primary Level (Classes I to V)

Subject	Question	Mark	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

Paper 2: Upper Primary Level (Classes VI to VIII)

Subjects	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

OTET Syllabus & Exam Pattern 2026 - Click to Check

OTET Previous Year Question Papers - Download PDF

OTET 2026 Minimum Qualifying Marks

Qualification in the Odisha Teacher Eligibility Test (OTET 2026) is determined by the candidate's performance in the written examination. To pass, candidates must secure at least the minimum qualifying marks specified in the official notification and the table below.

Category	Minimum Qualifying Marks
General	60%
SC, ST, SEBC/ OBC	50%
Physically Handicapped	50%

OTET Cut Off (Minimum Qualifying Marks) - Click to Check

OTET Certificate 2026

Candidates who score at or above the minimum qualifying threshold will be certified by the Board of Secondary Education, making them eligible for teaching positions across Odisha. Please note that achieving a passing score determines eligibility only; it does not constitute a direct offer of employment for teaching roles.