When was the OSSTET Notification 2024 released?

The OSSTET Notification 2024 was released on 14 November 2024 by the Board of Secondary Education Odisha (BSEO).

When can candidates start applying for OSSTET 2024?

The OSSTET Application Form 2024 is now available online starting from 19 November 2024. The OSSTET Apply Link is available in the above article.

What is the last date to submit the OSSTET Application Form 2024?

The deadline to submit the OSSTET Online Application Form 2024 is 1 December 2024.

What is the last date for paying the OSSTET 2024 application fee?

The last date for payment of the OSSTET Application Fee is 30 November 2024.

Where can I find the OSSTET Notification and Application Form?

Both the OSSTET Notification 2024 and Application Form can be found on the official BSEO website at bseodisha.nic.in.

What is the mode of application and examination for OSSTET 2024?

The application process is online, while the exam will be conducted offline.

OSSTET 2024 Notification Out, OSSTET Apply Online Link Active @bseodisha.nic.in

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The Board of Secondary Education, Odisha (BSEO) released the OSSTET Notification 2024 on 14 November 2024 via its official website. The application process for the Odisha Secondary School Teacher Eligibility Test (OSSTET) began on 19 November 2024, with the OSSTET Apply Link now active on the official portal at bseodisha.nic.in.

Candidates can submit their OSSTET Online Application Form 2024 by 1 December 2024, but they must note that the deadline to pay the OSSTET Application Fee 2024 is 30 November 2024. For comprehensive details regarding the OSSTET Exam 2024, including important dates, eligibility criteria, and application procedures, candidates must read this article thoroughly to ensure a smooth application process.

OSSTET Notification 2024 Out

The Official Notification for the Odisha Secondary School Teacher Eligibility Test (OSSTET) 2024 was released on the official website on 14 November 2024. Aspirants are strongly advised to review the OSSTET Notification 2024 PDF, linked below, to comprehensively understand the application process and other essential details for the exam.

By thoroughly reading the notification, candidates can ensure they are well-prepared to complete the application process by organizing their documents and certificates in the specified formats and sizes, as required for successful submission.

OSSTET 2024 Notification PDF
OSSTET Notification 2024 Detailed	Click Here
OSSTET Application Guidelines 2024	Click Here
OSSTET Guidelines for Handicapped Candidates 2024	Click Here
OSSTET Continuing Certificate	Click Here

OSSTET 2024 Notification: Overview

OSSTET Notification 2024 has included all the necessary information related to the Odisha Secondary School Teacher Eligibility Test Notification such as eligibility criteria, age limit, application details, important dates, and others on the official website. Check all highlights about the OSSTET 2024 Notification. The Odisha Secondary School Teacher Eligibility Test (OSSTET) 2024, conducted by the Board of Secondary Education, Odisha (BSEO), is set to take place for secondary teacher positions across the state.

The exam will be conducted in English, and the application process will be online. The OSSTET Notification was released on 14 November 2024, and the OSSTET Apply link is active from 19 November 2024. The OSSTET Apply link will become inactive on 1 December 2024. The last date for application fee submission is 30 November 2024. The exam date will be announced soon, and the exam will be held offline. For more details, candidates can visit the official website at BSE Odisha.nic.in.

OSSTET 2024 Notification
Exam Name	Odisha Secondary School Teacher Eligibility Test
Exam Conducting Body	Board of Secondary Education, Odisha (BSEO)
Post Details	Secondary Teachers
Exam Centres	Across the state of Odisha
Medium of Papers	English
Mode of Application	Online
OSSTET Notification Out	14 November 2024
OSSTET Application Begins	19 November 2024
OSSTET Application Ends	1 December 2024
OSSTET Application Fee Last Date	30 November 2024
OSSTET Exam Date 2024	To be released
Mode of the Exam	Offline
OSSTET Apply Link	Click Here to Apply
OSSTET Official Website	bseodisha.nic.in

OSSTET Apply Online Link

The OSSTET Application Form 2024 link became active on 19 November 2024, and candidates are encouraged to review the application guidelines thoroughly to ensure error-free submissions. To apply, visit the BSE Odisha official website (bseodisha.ac.in), register as a new user, and log in with your credentials.

Complete the application form by providing personal, academic, and professional details, and upload the necessary documents in the specified format. Pay the application fee online, save the transaction details, and review your form before final submission. Don’t forget to print a copy of the completed application for future reference.

OSSTET Apply Online Link

OSSTET 2024 Application Fee

Refer to the table below for the OSSTET 2024 application structure for each category. The application fee for SC/ST candidates is Rs. 400/-, while candidates from the General/OBC/SEBC categories are required to pay Rs. 600/-. The category-wise OSSTET application fee details are provided in the table below.

OSSTET Category	OSSTET Application Fee
OSSTET SC/ST	Rs. 400/-
OSSTET General/OBC/SEBC	Rs. 600/-

OSSTET Eligibility Criteria

Candidates may read the OSSTET Eligibility Criteria carefully before applying for the OSSTET Exam 2024. Eligible candidates must read the post-wise OSSTET Eligibility Criteria to ensure they are eligible for the respective posts and subjects.

OSSTET Eligibility Criteria for TGT

OSSTET Category	OSSTET Eligibility Qualification
TGT (Science – PCM/ CBZ)	Bachelor’s degree in science / B.Tech / B.E. Degree with any two of the subjects (PCM) or (CBZ) as honors/optional/Elective/Pass with a minimum of 50% marks from a recognized university and Bachelor’s in Education (B.Ed)/ 3 year integrated B.Ed.- M.Ed course from an institute recognized by NCTE. Or, Four years integrated degree in B.Sc.B.Ed from a recognized institute in PCM in CBZ as honours/optional/Elective/Pass with a minimum of 50% marks
TGT Arts	Four years’ integrated B.A.B.Ed from an institute recognized by NCTE in any two ( English, Odia, Hindi & Sanskrit, History, Geography, Economics, Political Science, Indian Economy, Landmarks in Indian History, Indian Geography & Indian Polity) as optional/honors/elective/pass with a minimum of 50% marks. Or, Bachelor’s degree in Arts/ Commerce/Shastri (Sanskrit) in any two of the subjects ( English, Odia, Hindi & Sanskrit and History, Geography, Economics, Political Science, Indian Economy, Landmarks in Indian History, Indian Geography & Indian Polity) with having 50% marks
Hindi Teacher	Candidates must have a bachelor’s degree with an aggregate of 50% marks in one of the following subjects: Rastrabhasa Ratna from Rastrabhasa Prachar Samiti, Wardha Shastri Hindi from Odisha Rastrabhasa Parisad, Puri Snataka, from Hindi Shiksya Samiti, Odisha, Cuttack OR Bachelor’s degree from a recognised University with Hindi as one of the Honours/ Elective/ Optional/ Pass subjects with minimum 50% marks in aggregate AND Any one of the following training qualifications. a) Hindi Sikshyan Parangat from Kendriya Hindi Sansthan, Agra. b) B.H.Ed. a course prescribed by NCTE, from a recognized University/ Institution. c) B.Ed in Hindi, a course prescribed by NCTE , from Dakhin Bharat Hindi Prachar Sabha, Madras. d) B.Ed from NCTE Recognised University/ Institution
Classical Teacher – Urdu	Alim with 50% marks in aggregate (45% for PH candidates). AND B.Ed./ Urdu B.Ed. from a NCTE Recognised University/ Institution. OR B.A. (Persian) With 50% marks in aggregate (45% PH Candidates) AND B.Ed./ Urdu B.Ed. from a NCTE Recognised University/ Institution
Classical Teacher – Telugu	Bachelor’s degree in arts with Telugu with 50% marks in aggregate alongside B.Ed.
Classical Teacher – Sanskrit	Bachelor’s degree in/with Sanskrit as an optional/honours/elective/pass subject with at least 50% marks in aggregate alongside Siksha Shastri (Sanskrit) degree from a recognized institute.
Physical Education	Candidates must have passed class 10+2 or its equivalent from a recognized institute with an aggregate of 50% marks and B.P.Ed/M.P.Ed/C.P.Ed from a recognized board or university

OSSTET 2024 Syllabus

Candidates are highly recommended to check out the OSSTET Syllabus 2024 and exam pattern to ensure they are well acquainted with the nuances and extent of the syllabus. The subject wise OSSTET Syllabus 2024 is available for candidates. They can easily access and download the Syllabus for OSSTET 2024 PDF file from the official website as well they can access it from the link provided here.

OSSTET 2024 Exam Pattern

The OSSTET 2024 exam includes two papers: Paper I for various teaching categories and Paper II for Physical Education Teachers. Both papers have four sections: Language I (Odia) and Language II (English) with 20 questions each for 20 marks, subject-specific content with 60 questions for 60 marks, and Child Development, Pedagogy, School Management, and Evaluation with 50 questions for 50 marks. Each paper consists of 150 questions, totaling 150 marks.

OSSTET 2024 Exam Pattern for Paper I

The OSSTET 2024 exam consists of Paper 1, designed for various teaching categories such as TGT CBZ/PCM, TGT Science, and TGT Arts. Paper 1 is divided into four sections: Section I covers Language I (Odia) with 20 questions worth 20 marks, Section II covers Language II (English) with 20 questions for 20 marks, Section III focuses on subject-specific content (such as Chemistry, Botany, Zoology, Mathematics, Physics, Geography, Economics, History) with 60 questions worth 60 marks, and Section IV includes Child Development, Pedagogy, School Management, and Evaluation with 50 questions for 50 marks. The total exam consists of 150 questions worth 150 marks.

OSSTET Paper 1 Syllabus and Exam Pattern
TGT CBZ/PCM	TGT Science	TGT Arts	Hindi/Telegu/ Urdu/ Sanskrit Teacher	Number of questions	Marks allotted
Language I (Odia)				20	20
Language II (English)				20	20
Chemistry Botany Zoology	Mathematics Physics Chemistry	Geography & Economics History & Political Science English	Hindi/Telegu/ Urdu/Sanskrit	60	60
Child Development, Pedagogy, School Management & Evaluation				50	50
Total				150	150

OSSTET 2024 Exam Pattern for Paper II

Paper 2 is specifically for aspiring Physical Education Teachers and also consists of four sections. Section I covers Language I (Odia) with 20 questions for 20 marks, Section II focuses on Language II (English) with 20 questions for 20 marks, Section III includes 60 questions from C.P.Ed. and B.P.Ed. topics (such as principles of physical education, coaching, and officiating) with 60 marks, and Section IV includes Child Development, Pedagogy, School Management, and Evaluation, with 50 questions for 50 marks. Similar to Paper 1, Paper 2 also contains 150 questions for a total of 150 marks.

OSSTET Paper 2 Syllabus and Exam Pattern – Physical Education Teacher
Section	Subject Area	No. of Questions	Marks Allotted
I	Language – I MIL (Odia)	20	20
II	Language – II (English)	20	20
III	Contents of C.P.Ed. and B.P.Ed. Course	60	60
IV	Child Development, Pedagogy, School Management, and Evaluation	50	50
Total		150	150

OSSTET 2024 Exam Center

Here is the list of OSSTET 2024 Exam Centres prescribed by the Board of Secondary Education Odisha. Candidates will get to know which Exam centre is allotted to them with the release of the OSSTET Admit Card 2024.

OSSTET 2024 Exam Centre List
Angul	Balangir
Sundergarh	Sambalpur
Sonpur	Malkangiri
Nuapada	Puri
Gajapati	Kandhamal
Nayagarh	Nowrangpur
Rayagada	Jagatsinghpur
Cuttack	Dhenkanal
Bhadrak	Deogarh
Mayurbhanj	Bargarh
Khordha	Koraput
Keonjhar	Kendrapara
Balasore	Ganjam
Kalahandi	Jajpur
Boudhgarh	Jharsuguda

OSSTET Previous Year Question Paper

The OSSTET Previous Year Question Papers are valuable resources for candidates preparing for the Odisha Secondary School Teacher Eligibility Test. These papers provide insights into the exam pattern, question types, and difficulty level of different sections, including Language I (Odia), Language II (English), subject-specific content, and pedagogy-related topics. By practising these papers, candidates can enhance their time management skills, identify important topics, and build confidence for the exam. Additionally, solving previous year’s question papers helps in assessing one’s preparation level and improving accuracy. Aspirants are encouraged to include these papers in their study plans for effective preparation.

OSSTET 2024 Admit Card

The OSSTET 2024 Admit Card is a compulsory document required for candidates appearing in the Odisha Secondary School Teacher Eligibility Test. Released by the Board of Secondary Education (BSE), Odisha, it contains essential details such as the candidate’s name, roll number, exam date, time, and venue. Candidates must download the admit card from the official website using their login credentials and verify all the details for accuracy.

OSSTET 2024 Important Link
OSSTET Notification 2024	OSSTET Syllabus 2024
OSSTET Previous Year Question Paper	OSSTET Cut Off Marks 2024
OSSTET Application Form 2024	–