
Dewesh Nandan PrasadAssociate Senior Executive
OTET results have been announced for SOTET (Special Odisha Teacher Eligibility Test) on January 9, 2023, by the Board of Secondary Education, Odisha. The candidates can check their results by logging in to their registered account. Earlier, the Special OTET (SOTET) 2022 application form was released by the BSE Odisha on August 5, 2022. In-service teachers who are working in any recognised schools approved by Odisha Government were eligible to fill out the Special OTET application form 2022. The SOTET application 2022 was available from August 5 to 12, 2022.
Earlier, the OTET application form for OTET (2nd) was closed on October 19, 2022. The dates for the OTET (2nd) are yet to be announced by the board. OTET exam is conducted by BSE Odisha to determine the eligibility of candidates as Classes 1 to 8 teachers in the Odisha schools. OTET official notification contains important information such as the application process, eligibility criteria, exam dates, exam pattern, syllabus and other details. OTET Exam consists of two papers - Paper-I and Paper-II. Questions are set to assess the candidate’s ability to analyze, interpret and apply the subject matter. There is no negative marking.
What is OTET?
Board of Secondary Education (BSE), Odisha conducts the Odisha Teacher Eligibility Test (OTET) to make candidates eligible for the recruitment of Classes I to VIII teacher in government, private aided, and private unaided schools of Odisha. As per the official website, clearing the OTET exam is only one of the eligibility criteria for teacher recruitment. Merely qualifying the exam does not guarantee the appointment of a candidate in state schools.
Candidates who have cleared their Class XII or Graduation with minimum qualifying marks are eligible to appear for the OTET exam. The Odisha Teaching Eligibility test is conducted for two papers [Category A (Paper 1) and Category B (Paper 2)]. Candidates can appear for Paper 1 or Paper 2 or both the papers as per their eligibility.
Latest Update:
October 18: OTET 2022 Registration Closes Tomorrow; Apply Till Oct 19
October 10: OTET 2022 Online Registration Started; Know the dates and Steps to apply
October 8: OTET 2022 Notification Released; Apply Online From Oct 10
OTET 2022 Dates
Take a look at the table below for the complete schedule of OTET 2022 exam
Dates | Past Exam Dates |
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10 Oct '22 - 19 Oct '22 | OTET application form |
8 Oct '22 | OTET notification |
OTET Highlights 2022
Have a look at the highlights of the OTET 2022 exam below.
Exam Name |
OTET (Odisha Teacher Eligibility Test) |
Conducting Body |
Board of Secondary Education (BSE), Odisha |
Exam Level |
State |
Exam Mode |
Offline |
Exam Duration |
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No. of Papers and Total Marks |
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Total Questions |
150 MCQs in each paper |
Marking Scheme |
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Language/Medium of Exam |
Odia and English |
Exam Purpose |
To make candidates eligible for appointment as teachers in schools of Odisha |
Official Website |
http://www.bseodisha.ac.in/otet-examinations-2022.html |
Also Read: TET 2022: Notification, Exam Date, Syllabus, Eligibility & Results
OTET Result 2022
The BSE Odisha have declared the results for SOTET (1st) on January 9, 2022. The candidates can check the OTET result 2022 exam by following the steps given below for the candidates:
- Visit the official website of the OTET exam- www.bseodisha.ac.in
- Click on the ‘Odisha Teacher Eligibility Test (OTET), 2022..’ link under the Latest Updates section
- Enter the ‘Roll Number’ or ‘Name’ and submit
- Go through the result or scorecard
- Download the result
SOTET results Direct Link: http://results.indiaresults.com/or/bse-orissa/otet-exam-result-2022/query.htm
OTET Application Form 2022
The OTET application form 2022 has been released on October 10. Candidates need to apply online for the OTET 2022 exam by following the given steps:
- Visit the official website- bseodisha.ac.in
- Click on the ‘OTET Application’ link.
- Register for Paper 1 or Paper 2 or both
- Fill the application form
- Upload the required documents
- Pay the application fee
- Submit and save the confirmation page
- Take a print out
OTET Eligibility 2022
OTET eligibility criteria 2022 for Paper 1 and Paper 2 is as mentioned below:
OTET Eligibility Criteria for Category-A (Paper 1)
Candidates fulfilling any one of the below-mentioned parameters meet OTET 2022 eligibility criteria for Category-A (Paper 1):
• Candidates should clear Class XII with at least 50 per cent (45 per cent for SC/ST/OBC/SEBC/PwD candidates) aggregate marks. Also, candidates should possess a two-year diploma in Elementary Education (CT or DElEd).
• Candidates should clear Class XII with at least 45 per cent (40 per cent for SC/ST/OBC/SEBC/PwD candidates) aggregate marks. Also, candidates should possess a two-year diploma in Elementary Education, in accordance with the NCTE (Recognition Norms and Procedure) Regulations, 2002.
• Candidates should clear Class XII with at least 50 per cent (45 per cent for SC/ ST/ OBC/ SEBC/ PwD candidates) aggregate marks. Also, candidates should possess a four-year diploma in BElEd.
• Candidates should clear Class XII with at least 50 per cent (45 per cent for SC/ ST/ OBC/ SEBC/ PwD candidates) aggregate marks. Also, candidates should possess a two-year diploma in Special Education.
• Candidates should clear graduation in any stream. Also, candidates should possess a two-year diploma in Elementary Education/ Special Education.
OTET Eligibility Criteria for Category-B (Paper 2)
Candidates fulfilling either of the below-mentioned parameters meet OTET 2022 eligibility criteria for Category-B (Paper 2):
• Candidates should clear graduation with at least 50 per cent (45 per cent for SC/ ST/ OBC/ SEBC/ PwD candidates) marks. Also, candidates should pass a one-year course in Bachelor in Education (BEd).
• Candidates should clear graduation with at least 45 per cent (40 per cent for SC/ ST/ OBC/ SEBC/ PwD candidates) marks. Also, candidates should pass one-year BEd course in accordance with the NCTE (Recognition Norms and Procedure) Regulations issued from time to time in this regard.
• Candidates should clear graduation with at least 50 per cent (45 per cent for SC/ ST/ OBC/ SEBC/ PwD candidates) marks. Also, candidates should pass a one-year course in BEd (Special Education).
• Candidates should clear Class XII with at least 50 per cent (45 per cent for SC/ ST/ OBC/ SEBC/ PwD candidates) aggregate marks. Also, candidates should pass a four-year BA Ed/ BSc Ed course.
Note: All candidates meeting eligibility criteria to apply under Category-B (Paper 2) are not eligible to apply under Category-A (Paper 1).
Also, all untrained candidates belonging to SC/ ST/ PwD category securing at least 45 per cent marks in Class XII/ graduation are also eligible to apply for OTET 2022 exam. “This is only to provide better opportunities to SC, ST, and PH candidates and this does not give them any entitlement for engagement,” informs the official website.
OTET Exam Process 2022
The OTET 2022 exam process is comprised of various steps. Have a look at these steps below:
Step 1: Release of OTET Notification 2022
The OTET 2022 examination process begins with the release of notification. The notification informs the candidates about the registration process, applicability, eligibility criteria, important dates, exam structure and syllabus and other details.
Step 2: Start of Application Process
The BSE Odisha begins the OTET Application Process after the release of notification. Candidates who want to appear for the OTET exam need to register and apply online for the OTET 2022. To fill the application form, candidates are required to pay a certain fee (General/Other Category: INR 500; SC/ST Category: INR 300). Candidates must fill in the details carefully as the information once submitted by candidates cannot be changed at later stage.
Step 3: Issue of OTET Admit Card 2022
The OTET Admit Card 2022 will be released on the official website of the BSE Odisha. Candidates can download their OTET 2022 admit card from bseodisha.ac.in. The OTET admit card will contain the following details:
- Candidate's name
- Candidate's roll number
- Father's Name
- Mother's Name
- Exam date and time
- Name and Address of exam centre
- Candidate's Photo
- Candidate's Signature
- Exam Day Instructions
Step 4: Appear for OTET Exam 2022
Candidates who will apply for the OTET 2022 will be required to appear for the OTET exam. The exam comprises two papers, Paper 1 and Paper 2. The OTET Paper 1 is for Class I - V teacher and Paper 2 is for Class VI - VIII teachers. Both the papers are held separately. Candidates can appear for either Paper 1 or Paper 2 or both the papers.
Step 5: Release of OTET Result 2022
OTET result will be declared on the official website of the college. It may be noted that the minimum qualifying marks for the OTET exam are 60 per cent (50 per cent for SC/ ST/ OBC/ SEBC/ PwD candidates). Candidates whose names appear in the OTET merit list will then be eligible for teaching jobs in different schools of Odisha.
OTET Exam Centres 2022
BSE Odisha has not yet released details regarding OTET 2022 exam centres. However, candidates can check complete details about their allotted OTET 2022 exam centre on their respective admit cards. It may be noted that once a test centre is allotted to a candidate it cannot be changed under any circumstances. Regarding the same, the official website informs, “The change of examination centre is not permissible.”
OTET 2022 Exam Day Guidelines
- Candidates will have to carry the OTET admit card 2022 to the exam centres.
- Candidates also need to carry one photo-identity proof along with its photocopy and a passport photo for their verification.
- As the exam is conducted in written mode on the OMR sheet, candidates need to carry a ballpoint pen to mark their answers.
- Electronic items such as mobile phones, calculators, wristwatch and others are not permitted inside the exam centre.
- Items such as bags, books, paper, and other stationery items are also prohibited inside the exam centre.
OTET Answer Key 2022
The OTET answer key 2022 will be released by the BSE Odisha on the official website of the exam. Candidates can download the answer key by following the given steps:
STEP 1: Visit the official website – bseodisha.ac.in
STEP 2: Click on 'Scoring Key’ link
STEP 3: Download the key
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OTET Exam 2022 FAQs
Q: Is the results released for SOTET (1st) exam?
- Go to the officail website
- Click on the latest notification link
- Click on the SOTET result link
- Login into the acount by filling out the details
- Results will appear on the screen
- Download the results and save it for later use
Q. When BSE Odisha will release the application form for OTET 2022?
Q. When will the BSE Odisha conduct the OTET 2022 exam?
Q. What is the last date of registration for OTET 2022 ?
Q. Is the OTET exam conducted online on the computer?
Q. Is there a negative marking in the OTET 2022 exam?
Q. How many papers are conducted under the OTET 2022 exam?
Q. In which format the BSE Odisha conducts the OTET exam?
Q. What are the choices for the Language I subject of the OTET exam?
Q. What are the minimum qualifying marks for the OTET 2022?
Q. When will OTET answer key 2022 release?
Q. When will BSE Odisha release the OTET result 2022?
Q. What is the validity of OTET certificate?
Q. When is the OTET Certificate 2022 issued?
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Comments
Students can choose the Language I subject from five languages like Urdu, Odia, Hindi Telugu, and Bengali for Odisha Teacher Eligibility Test OTET Paper 1 or Paper 2, or both. There will be two papers for the Odisha Teacher Eligibility Test examination: Paper 1 and Paper 2. Paper 1 will be for Cl...Students can choose the Language I subject from five languages like Urdu, Odia, Hindi Telugu, and Bengali for Odisha Teacher Eligibility Test OTET Paper 1 or Paper 2, or both. There will be two papers for the Odisha Teacher Eligibility Test examination: Paper 1 and Paper 2. Paper 1 will be for Classes 1 to 5 teachers and Paper 2 will be for Classes 6 to 8 teachers. For more information, you may visit the Shiksha Odisha Teacher Eligibility Test examination page. (https://www.shiksha.com/exams/otet-exam). I hope this will help you.
Odia, English Urdu, Hindi Bengali are some of the available language subjects for the OTET exam for detailed information you can refer to BSE Odisha official website. You can also find syllabus and exam date details.
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What is the selection process of the OTET Exam?
Odisha Teacher Eligibility Test OTET Selection Process:The Applicant must acquire a minimum of 60 percent of marks (for General students) and 50 percent (for SC, ST, and SEBC candidates) to qualify for the examinations. Once the applicant is qualified, they will be awarded the Odisha Teacher Elig...Odisha Teacher Eligibility Test OTET Selection Process:
The Applicant must acquire a minimum of 60 percent of marks (for General students) and 50 percent (for SC, ST, and SEBC candidates) to qualify for the examinations. Once the applicant is qualified, they will be awarded the Odisha Teacher Eligibility Test Certificates. For more detailed information, you may visit the Shiksha Odisha Teacher Eligibility Test overview page. (https://www.shiksha.com/exams/otet-exam). I hope this will help you.
There is no as such selection in OTET because it's a qualifying test for teachers. OTET declares its cutoff after every exam which is different for different categories. After qualifying OTET you may apply for different teaching posts.
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What is the syllabus of the OTET Exam?
OTET Syllabus for Paper 1- Child Development & PedagogyUnit 1: Understanding Child Development during Childhood (focus on children at the primary level) Concepts, principles, and stages of child development, Characteristics of physical, cognitive, social, emotional, and moral development ...OTET Syllabus for Paper 1- Child Development & Pedagogy
Unit 1: Understanding Child Development during Childhood (focus on children at the primary level) Concepts, principles, and stages of child development, Characteristics of physical, cognitive, social, emotional, and moral development in childhood, Influence of heredity and environment in understanding the child. Unit 2: Understanding Learning Process and Learners, Learning concept, nature and individual differences in learning, Understanding how a child learns learning through observation, limitation, the Understanding low child learns various methods of learning, Basic conditions of learning, and promotion of learning through motivation, classroom learning environment and teacher behavior, Development of creative thinking. Unit 3: Concept of Inclusive Education and Understanding Children with special needs, Concept of inclusive education, Addressing the needs of a diverse group of learning in the inclusive classroom (CWSN, girls, SC / ST), Addressing the talented, creative learning. Unit 4: Approaches to teaching and learning, Teacher-centered, learner-centered, and learning-centered approaches, competency-based and activity-based approaches, TLM its importance, use, and preparation for classroom transaction, Teaching competency to handle mono-grade and multi-grade situations. Unit 5: Assessment, Continuous and comprehensive assessment, Purpose of assessment, Assessing scholastic and other scholastic areas, Sharing of assessment outcomes, and follow-up. For more complete syllabus detail, you may visit the Shiksha OTET page. (https://www.shiksha.com/exams/otet-exam-syllabus). I hope this will help you.
For detailed syllabus you can refer to the official website of BSE Odisha. The syllabus usually contains some language part some Aptitude part, some Mathematics and your choose Subject.
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What are the books required for the OTET exam?
A list of the Best Books for Odisha Teacher Eligibility Test exam preparation is mentioned below;1- OTET Paper 1 For Class 1 To 5 by Paperback2- OTET Success Master Paper-I by paperback3- Child Development and Pedagogy for CTET & Tests (Paper-I & II) by Arihant Publication4- Mathe...A list of the Best Books for Odisha Teacher Eligibility Test exam preparation is mentioned below;
1- OTET Paper 1 For Class 1 To 5 by Paperback
2- OTET Success Master Paper-I by paperback
3- Child Development and Pedagogy for CTET & Tests (Paper-I & II) by Arihant Publication
4- Mathematics Exam Goalpost for CTET & Tests by Wiley Publication
5- CTET & Tests Bhasha Hindi Paper-I & II by Arihant Publication
6- CTET and Tests English Language and Pedagogy by Arihant Publication. For more information, you may visit the Shiksha OTET page. (https://www.shiksha.com/exams/otet-exam-preparation). I hope this will help you.
OTET syllabus is quite standard so any book is good. More you practice the more you improve because mostly easy questions will come you have you attempt more questions within the time limit.
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When will OTET 2023 be conducted?
Odisha Teacher Eligibility Test OTET Exam Date 2023:organisation Name: Board of Secondary Education, OdishaExam Name: Odisha Teacher Eligibility TestOdisha Teacher Eligibility Test Exam Date 2023: 31st January 2023 (Postponed)For more details, you may visit the Shiksha Odisha Teacher Eligibility ...Odisha Teacher Eligibility Test OTET Exam Date 2023:
organisation Name: Board of Secondary Education, Odisha
Exam Name: Odisha Teacher Eligibility Test
Odisha Teacher Eligibility Test Exam Date 2023: 31st January 2023 (Postponed)
For more details, you may visit the Shiksha Odisha Teacher Eligibility Test exam page. (https://www.shiksha.com/exams/otet-exam-dates). I hope this will help you.
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How do I prepare for the OTET exam?
OTET Preparation Tips:Odisha Teacher Eligibility Test exam pattern and syllabus: Students must begin their preparations with the OTET exam pattern and syllabus. The Odisha Teacher Eligibility Test exam pattern makes the candidates familiar with the subjects, marking scheme, number of questions, a...OTET Preparation Tips:
Odisha Teacher Eligibility Test exam pattern and syllabus: Students must begin their preparations with the OTET exam pattern and syllabus. The Odisha Teacher Eligibility Test exam pattern makes the candidates familiar with the subjects, marking scheme, number of questions, and duration of the exam, and the Odisha Teacher Eligibility Test syllabus makes students learn the important topics from which questions are asked in the exam. Practice: Once you get to know the basics of the exam, it is recommended that candidates should now undertake the practice of the Odisha Teacher Eligibility Test previous years' question papers and mock tests. This will help candidates in knowing about their weak and strong areas. Time management: In Odisha Teacher Eligibility Test Paper 1 or Paper 2, a total of 150 MCQs are asked. Students need to attempt these questions in a time duration of 2 hours 30 minutes. It is suggested that students should try to attempt all the questions as there is no negative marking in the Odisha Teacher Eligibility Test exam. Only those who can solve the paper in the given time have practiced well. Focus on your weak areas: Once you start practicing for the Odisha Teacher Eligibility Test exam, you get to know your weak areas as well as your strong ones. It is the right time for you to improve your weak areas and gain strength in them. Try to get hold of the basics of such topics or subjects and then practice more. For more information, you may visit the Shiksha Odisha Teacher Eligibility Test exam page. (https://www.shiksha.com/exams/otet-exam-preparation). I hope this will help you.
Take any standard book from the market and practice it as much as you can and For your Subject you have to do a little more effort I. e you have to read your standard subject books.
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What is the exam pattern for OTET?
Exam pattern for OTET:Exam Name: OTET (Odisha Teacher Eligibility Test)Conducting Body: Board of Secondary Education (BSE), OdishaExam Level: StateExam Mode: OfflineExam Duration:Paper 1: 150 minutesPaper 2: 150 minutesNo. Of Papers and Total Marks;Paper-1: 150 marksPaper 2: 150 marksTotal Questi...Exam pattern for OTET:
Exam Name: OTET (Odisha Teacher Eligibility Test)
Conducting Body: Board of Secondary Education (BSE), Odisha
Exam Level: State
Exam Mode: Offline
Exam Duration:
Paper 1: 150 minutes
Paper 2: 150 minutes
No. Of Papers and Total Marks;
Paper-1: 150 marks
Paper 2: 150 marks
Total Questions: 150 MCQs in each paper
Marking Scheme: for each correct answer you will score 1 mark and there is No negative marking. Language/Medium of Exam: Odia and English
Exam Purpose: To make students eligible for appointment as teachers in schools in Odisha. For more information, you may visit the Shiksha OTET exam page. (https://www.shiksha.com/exams/otet-exam-news). I hope this will help you.
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What is the eligibility criteria for OTET?
Eligibility criteria for OTET:Students must be a citizen of India, and they must also be permanent residents or domiciles of Odisha. The min age limit to apply is of 21 years, and there is no upper age limit set for OTET Exam. Eligibility Criteria for Category-A (Paper 1)Students should clear Cla...Eligibility criteria for OTET:
Students must be a citizen of India, and they must also be permanent residents or domiciles of Odisha. The min age limit to apply is of 21 years, and there is no upper age limit set for OTET Exam. Eligibility Criteria for Category-A (Paper 1)
Students should clear Class 12 with at least 50 % (45 % for SC, ST, OBC, SEBC, or PwD students) aggregate marks. Also, students should possess a 2-year Diploma in Elementary Education (CT or DElEd). Students should clear Class 12 with at least 45 % (40 % for SC, ST, OBC, SEBC, or PwD students) aggregate marks. Also, students should possess a 2-year Diploma in Elementary Education, in accordance with the NCTE Regulations, 2002. Students should clear Class 12 with at least 50 % (45 % for SC, ST, OBC, SEBC, or PwD students) aggregate marks. Also, Students should possess a 4-year Diploma in BElEd. Students should clear Class XII with at least 50 % (45 % for SC, ST, OBC, SEBC, or PwD students) aggregate marks. Also, Students should possess a 2-year Diploma in Special Education. Students should clear graduation in any stream. Also, students should possess a 2-year Diploma in Elementary Education/ Special Education. Eligibility Criteria for Category-B (Paper 2)
Students should clear graduation with at least 50 % (45 % for SC, ST, OBC, SEBC, or PwD students) marks. Also, students should pass a one-year course in Bachelor in Education (B.Ed). Students should clear graduation with at least 45 % (40 % for SC, ST, OBC, SEBC, or PwD students) marks. Also, students should pass a 1-year B.Ed course in accordance with the NCTE Regulations issued from time to time in this regard. Students should clear graduation with at least 50 % (45 % for SC, ST, OBC, SEBC, or PwD students) marks. Also, students should pass a 1-year course in B.Ed. Students should clear Class 12 with at least 50 % (45 % for SC, ST, OBC, SEBC, or PwD students) aggregate marks. Also, students should pass a 4-year BA Ed/ B.Sc Ed course. For more information, you may visit the Shiksha OTET exam page. (https://www.shiksha.com/exams/otet-exam). I hope this will help you.
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What is the OTET exam?
The OTET is a state-level examination conducted for students wishing to teach school students as primary or secondary school teachers in the government schools of Odisha. BSE Odisha conducts the OTET to make students eligible for the recruitment of Classes 1 to Class 8 teachers in government, pri...The OTET is a state-level examination conducted for students wishing to teach school students as primary or secondary school teachers in the government schools of Odisha. BSE Odisha conducts the OTET to make students eligible for the recruitment of Classes 1 to Class 8 teachers in government, private aided, and private unaided schools of Odisha. Students who have cleared their Class 12th or Graduation with minimum qualifying marks are eligible to appear for the Odisha Teacher Eligibility Test exam. The OTET is conducted for two papers; Category A (Paper 1) and Category B (Paper 2). Students can appear for Paper 1 or Paper 2 or both papers as per their eligibility. For more details, you may visit the Shiksha OTET exam page. (https://www.shiksha.com/exams/otet-exam). I hope this will help you.
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What are the choices for the Language subject of the OTET exam?
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