Odisha Teacher Short Notification 2026 Out for 15000+ Vacancies, Check Eligibility, Apply Online Dates

Odisha Teacher Short Notification 2026 brings a big relief for teaching aspirants as the Odisha Government has announced 15,000+ vacancies through a short notice dated 15 December 2025. The recruitment will be conducted by OSEPA for Elementary Teachers, MLE Teachers, MLE Teachers, and Special Educators, aiming to strengthen the school education system across the state.

Odisha Teacher Notification 2026

The Odisha Teacher Recruitment 2026 short notice was released on 15 December 2025 under Memo No. 3451 / SME, confirming 15,000+ teacher vacancies across Primary, Upper Primary, Secondary, and Special Education levels.

The detailed notification is expected by early January 2026 and will include information on application dates, syllabus, exam pattern , and category-wise vacancies. The recruitment plan was discussed in a meeting held on 9 December 2025 under the S&ME Department.

Odisha Teacher Short Notification 2026 PDF Download

The Odisha School & Mass Education Department has released the short notification PDF for Odisha Teacher Recruitment 2026, confirming 15,000+ vacancies for Elementary Teachers, MLE Teachers, and Special Educators. The recruitment will be conducted through OSEPA as per Memo No. 34571/SME dated 15 December 2025.

Download Odisha Teacher Short Notification PDF

Odisha Teacher Vacancy 2026

The Odisha Teacher Recruitment 2026 will fill 15,000+ vacancies across various teaching levels in the state.

Expected post categories are:

• Elementary Teachers (Classes I – VIII)
• MLE Teachers
• Special Educators
• Graduate/Postgraduate Teachers

The detailed Notification will share the final subject-wise and category-wise breakup. Priority is expected for tribal areas like Koraput and Rayagada and for aided schools.

How to Apply Online for Odisha Teacher Recruitment 2025

The online application process for Odisha Teacher Recruitment 2026 is expected to begin in January 2026, as per recent updates from the School & Mass Education (S&ME) Department. OSEPA was directed to complete all preparatory procedures by mid-december 2025, indicating that the application link may be activated soon.

Once the application window opens, candidates will need to register online, fill in the required details, and upload necessary documents through the official website. Applicants are advised to apply at the earliest after the link goes live to avoid last-minute technical issues.

Odisha Teacher Eligibility Criteria 2026

Candidates must check the eligibility conditions before applying for Odisha Teacher Recruitment 2026, as the requirements vary depending on the teaching post. The eligibility mainly includes age limit and educational qualification,a s prescribed by the School & Mass Education Department Odisha.

Age Limit (as on January 2026)

• Minimum Age: 21 years
• Maximum Age: 38 years
• Age Relaxation: Applicable for SC/ST/OBC/PwD candidates as per Odisha goverment rules.

Educational Qualification(Post-wise)

• Elementary Teachers (Class I–V): 12th pass with D.El.Ed and OTET Paper I qualified
• Upper Primary Teachers (Class VI–VIII): Graduation with D.El.Ed or B.Ed and OTET Paper II qualified
• Special Educators: Graduation with B.Ed (Special Education) or an equivalent recognised diploma
• MLE Teachers: Required teaching qualification (D.El.Ed/B.Ed) along with proficiency in tribal or regional dialects

The detailed notification will confirm post-wise eligibility norms in detail.

Odisha Teacher Selection Process 2026

The Odisha Teacher Recruitment 2026 will follow a transparent and merit-based selection process conducted by OSEPA for appointments in government and aided schools. The selection aims to assess candidates on teaching aptitude, subject knowledge, and suitability for the classroom environment.

Stages of the selection process include:

• Computer-Based Test (CBT): An objective-type exam with MCQs. The paper will test subjects such as Child Development, Odia, English, Mathematics, and EVS for Elementary posts, while Special Educators will have a subject-specific paper.
• Document Verification: Candidates shortlisted in the CBT will be called for verification of original documents to confirm eligibility and qualifications.
• Final Merit List: The final selection will be based on CBT scores and successful verification of eligibility criteria.

The detailed exam pattern and syllabus will be released along with the official detailed notification.

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