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 11th, 2025 10:30 am Leave a comment

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The Board of Secondary Education, Odisha (BSEO) has released the OTET Cut-Off Marks for 2025 on its official website. The cut-off marks are specified for different categories, including SC, ST, OBC, and General. Candidates can refer to these marks to evaluate their eligibility for the Odisha Teacher Eligibility Test (OTET). Those who meet the required cut-off will be eligible to apply for teaching positions across Odisha. This article offers detailed information on the OTET cut-off marks for each category, along with the passing marks for the CTET cut-off in 2025.

OTET Cut Off Marks 2025

The Board of Secondary Education, Odisha, recently held the Odisha Teacher Eligibility Test (OTET), which serves as a qualifying examination for individuals aspiring to secure teaching positions in Odisha’s government schools. The OTET is a vital step for candidates aiming to teach in Classes I to VIII. To stay informed about the latest updates regarding the OTET Cut-Off Marks 2025, candidates are encouraged to consult this article, which provides timely and detailed information on the cut-off criteria. Meeting the cut-off marks is essential for obtaining the OTET certificate, which qualifies candidates for teaching roles across the state.

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 must achieve the OTET Cut Off Marks 2025 to qualify for the OTET Certificate 2025 after successfully passing the exam. Those who meet the cut-off criteria will be eligible to apply for various government teaching positions in Odisha using their OTET Certificate 2025. This article provides comprehensive details on the Odisha TET Cut-Off Marks 2025.

How to Check OTET Cut Off Marks 2025

Candidates appearing for the OTET 2025 exam can view the OTET Cut Off Marks 2025 by following the steps outlined below. The Odisha TET Cut Off Marks will be provided by category, including SC, ST, OBC, and General. These instructions will help candidates locate the OTET Cut Off Marks with ease.

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

OTET Important Links
OTET Syllabus	OTET Previous Year Question Paper
OTET Eligibility Criteria	OTET Exam Date 2025
OTET Result 2025	OTET Answer Key 2025
OTET Cut Off Marks 2025	OTET Preparation Tips 2025

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OTET Cut Off Marks 2024: 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.