OTET Cut Off Marks 2025 For SC ST OBC GEN

Candidate can check Odisha TET Cut Off Marks for SC ST OBC & GEN Category Here. The minimum qualifying marks for the OTET exam are 60 per cent (50 per cent for SC/ ST/ OBC/ SEBC/ PwD candidates).

Jyotika Last updated on November 12th, 2025 10:30 am Leave a comment

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The Board of Secondary Education, Odisha (BSEO) has officially released the OTET Cut-Off Marks 2025 on its website. The cut-off marks vary across categories such as General, OBC, SC, and ST, allowing candidates to assess their qualification status for the Odisha Teacher Eligibility Test (OTET). Those securing marks equal to or above the prescribed cut-off will qualify to apply for teaching positions in government and private schools across Odisha. In this article, you’ll find detailed category-wise OTET 2025 cut-off marks along with the minimum qualifying marks required in the exam.

OTET Cut Off Marks 2025

The Board of Secondary Education, Odisha (BSEO) recently conducted the Odisha Teacher Eligibility Test (OTET)- a crucial qualifying exam for candidates aspiring to teach Classes I to VIII in government schools across the state. Securing the required cut-off marks is essential to obtain the OTET certificate, which serves as proof of eligibility for teaching positions. Candidates can refer to this article for the latest updates on the OTET Cut-Off Marks 2025, including detailed insights into the category-wise qualifying criteria and selection requirements.

OTET Cut Off Marks 2025
Exam Name	Odisha Teacher Eligibility Test or OTET
Exam Conducting Body	Board of Secondary Education, Odisha (BSEO)
Exam Centres	Across the state of Odisha
Medium of Papers	English
Category	Cut Off
Mode of the Exam	Offline
OTET Official Website	bseodisha.nic.in

Odisha TET Cut Off Marks

Candidates need to secure the OTET Cut Off Marks 2025 to qualify for the OTET Certificate 2025 after passing the exam. Meeting the prescribed cut-off criteria makes them eligible to apply for various government teaching posts across Odisha. This article provides complete details about the Odisha TET Cut Off Marks 2025, helping candidates understand the qualifying requirements and eligibility standards for the certificate.

How to Check OTET Cut Off Marks 2025

Candidates who appeared for the OTET 2025 Exam can easily check the OTET Cut Off Marks 2025 by following the step-by-step process given below. The Odisha TET Cut Off Marks are released category-wise for General, OBC, SC, and ST candidates. Following these instructions will help aspirants quickly access and review their category-specific cut-off marks.

Visit the official BSEO website.
Click on the OTET Cut Off Marks Notification Link on the homepage.
The OTET Cut Off Marks Notification PDF will open on the next page.
Read the notification directly on the page.
Download the Odisha TET Cut Off Marks 2025 for future reference.

OTET Cut-Off Marks 2025 General, SC & ST Category

Candidates taking the exam can consult the table below to find the OTET Cut Off Marks. General category candidates must achieve 60% to qualify for the OTET Certificate 2025, while SC, ST, PH, and SEBC category candidates need to secure 50%. The Odisha TET score will be taken into account during the recruitment process.

Category	OTET Cut-Off Percentage	OTET Cut Off Marks
General	60%	90 Out Of 150
SC/ ST/ PH/ SEBC	50%	75 Out Of 150

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OTET Syllabus	OTET Previous Year Question Paper
OTET Eligibility Criteria	OTET Exam Date 2025
OTET Result 2025	OTET Answer Key 2025
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OTET Cut Off Marks 2025: FAQs

What is the validity of OTET certificates?

The Odisha Government made an official announcement regarding the validity of the Odisha Teacher Eligibility Test (OTET). The validity period of the OTET eligibility certificate has been extended to lifetime.

Where can I find the OTET Cut Off Marks 2025?

The OTET Cut Off Marks 2025 for general category candidates is 60% marks and for OBC/SC/ST candidates it is 50% Marks.

What’s next after the declaration of the OTET result?

OTET qualified candidates can apply for teacher recruitment in government, aided and recognised schools in Odisha.

What are the qualifying marks for OTET Paper 2 2025?

For OTET Paper 2 2025, the qualifying marks are set at 60% for candidates in the General category, which translates to 90 out of 150 marks. Candidates belonging to the Scheduled Caste (SC), Scheduled Tribe (ST), Other Backward Class (OBC), or Socially and Educationally Backward Class (SEBC) categories need to achieve a minimum of 50%, or 75 out of 150 marks, to pass.

Does OTET have negative marking?

No, there is No Negative Marking in OTET Exam 2025. Candidates will be awarded 1 mark for each correct answer. However, no marks will be deducted for any wrong or unattempted answers.

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Jyotika Chawla

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As a Team Leader at Adda247, I lead content creation efforts tailored to National and State-level government exams, with a specialized focus on the Teaching-UGC domain. Every article I develop is designed to inform, engage, and motivate aspirants on their path to success. At the heart of my role lies a commitment to ensuring our work reflects Adda247’s passion for educational excellence and serves as a stepping stone for students chasing their dreams.