OTET Notification 2024 Out : The official notification for the Odisha Teachers Eligibility Test has been made publicly available on the 21st of June 2024. The BSE organizes this examination to recruit eligible primary and upper-primary teachers.
In case, you meet the eligibility requirements and qualification criteria, you can apply for the OTET Examination between the 24th of June 2024 and the 5th of July 2024. You’ll need to fill out the online application form available on the official website bseodisha.ac.in— [email protected].
You can also check all the detailed information about the recruitment through the official website. Apart from that, you can also navigate through the following article to learn about the eligibility factors, application process, pay scale, and other details here.
OTET Notification 2024 : Brief Overview
| Exam Name | OTET |
| Full-Form | Odisha Teachers Eligibility Test |
| Exam Types | Teacher Eligibility Test |
| Exam Level | State Level |
| Conducting Body | Board of Secondary Education Odisha |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Application Start Date | 24th of June 2024 |
| Exam Mode | Offline (PPT) |
| Exam Date | August 2024 |
| Exam Duration | 03 Hours |
| Official website | https://www.bseodisha.ac.in/ |
| Helpline | Tel: 0671-2415460 |
| Email Id: [email protected] |
OTET Important Events and Dates
Here are the dates of some critical events as per the OTET Exam schedule:
| Events | Dates |
|---|---|
| Notification Release Date | 21st of June 2024 |
| Application Start Date | 24th of June 2024 |
| Application End Date | 5th of July 2024 |
| Admit Card Release Date | 2nd of August 2024 |
| OTET Examination Date (Paper 1 and 2) | 9th of August 2024 |
| Result Date | To Be Declared |
OTET Notification 2024 : Pay Scale of Primary Teachers
| Post | Primary Teachers (1 to 5) |
| Pay scale | Rs. 5,200- Rs. 20,2000 |
| Grade pay | Rs. 2,200 |
| Annual pay | Rs.1.5 to Rs.2.3 lakh. |
| Pay Level | 1 |
OTET Notification 2024 : Pay Scale of Upper Primary Teachers
| Post | Upper Primary Teacher’s (6 to 8) |
| Pay scale | Rs. 5,200- Rs. 20,2000 |
| Grade pay | Rs. 2,200 |
| Annual pay | Rs.1.5 to Rs.2.3 lakh. |
| Pay Level | 1 |
Other than the regular pay scale, the primary and upper primary teachers also get other benefits. The list of those benefits includes the following:
- Allowance for Internet Use
- Paid time off during pregnancy
- Allowance for House Rental
- Paid Time Off
- Allowance for Medical Care
- Transportation Allowance
- Maternity Pregnant and lactating mothers are entitled to a 12-week leave.
- If available, accommodation
- Allowance for Dearness
- Other Benefits
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OTET Notification 2024 : Who Is Eligible For Online Registration?
The BSE has set certain eligibility criteria for the candidates who are willing to appear or apply for the OTET examination. Foremost, any applicant should be an Indian citizen. Other than that, they also need to prove their efficiency in speaking and writing the Odia language. bseodisha.ac.in
These are the basic requirements and the eligibility criteria for Paper 1 and Paper 2 of the OTET examination are quite different. You can check the particular requirements here:
OTET Eligibility For Paper 1:
| Qualification Pathway | Minimum Qualification | Additional Requirements |
| Class XII + DElEd | Passed Class XII with at least 50% (45% for SC/ST/OBC/SEBC/PwD) | Possess a two-year diploma in Elementary Education (CT or DElEd) |
| Class XII + NCTE Diploma | Passed Class XII with at least 45% (40% for SC/ST/OBC/SEBC/PwD) | Possess a two-year diploma in Elementary Education as per NCTE Regulations, 2002 |
| Class XII + BElEd | Passed Class XII with at least 50% (45% for SC/ST/OBC/SEBC/PwD) | Possess a four-year diploma in BElEd |
| Class XII + Special Education | Passed Class XII with at least 50% (45% for SC/ST/OBC/SEBC/PwD) | Possess a two-year diploma in Special Education |
| Graduation + DElEd/Special Education | Graduated in any stream | Possess a two-year diploma in Elementary Education/Special Education |
OTET Eligibility For Paper 2:
| Qualification Pathway | Minimum Qualification | Additional Requirements |
| Graduation + BEd | Graduated with at least 50% (45% for SC/ST/OBC/SEBC/PwD) | Completed a one-year BEd course |
| Graduation + NCTE BEd | Graduated with at least 45% (40% for SC/ST/OBC/SEBC/PwD) | Completed a one-year BEd course as per NCTE Regulations |
| Graduation + BEd (Special Education) | Graduated with at least 50% (45% for SC/ST/OBC/SEBC/PwD) | Completed a one-year BEd course in Special Education |
| Class XII + Integrated BA Ed/BSc Ed | Passed Class XII with at least 50% (45% for SC/ST/OBC/SEBC/PwD) | Completed a four-year BA Ed/BSc Ed course |
Steps To Fill Out The Application Form
Now that you know the eligibility requirements, it’s time to learn the steps to fill out the online application form easily:
- To start the application procedure, go to the Board of Secondary Education, Odisha’s official website. bseodisha.ac.in
- Get acquainted with the guidelines, prerequisites, and crucial dates listed on the website to guarantee a seamless application process.
- Locate the “New Registration” option and fill out the form with your name, email address, and password, among other things.
- Once your registration has been approved, use the credentials you were given to log into your account and access the application.
- As directed, carefully complete the application form with all necessary information, including your name, contact information, educational background, and any other pertinent details.
- Check the entered data carefully to make sure it is accurate and complete before moving on.
- Upload scanned copies of the necessary papers in the format and size indicated, including signatures and photos.
- Select the exam center of your choice from the options shown on the application form.
- Proceed to pay the application fee at your convenience using one of the various online or offline payment methods.
- You will receive a confirmation of your application submission and a unique registration number upon successful payment. Make a note of this number for your records.
- A copy of the filled-out application form should be saved and printed for your records and future use.
What Will Be The Application Fees?
You’ll need to pay a specific amount of application fees as per your category. Check this:
| Category | Application Fees |
| General/OBC | Rs. 600 |
| SC/ST | Rs. 400 |
FAQs
Ques 1. When was the OTET Notification 2024 Out?
Ans. The BSE released the OTET notification on the 21st of June 2024.
Ques 2. Is there any age limit to appear in the OTET Examination?
Ans. No, there are no specific age requirements or restrictions to appear in the OTET examination. All you have to meet is the academic qualifications.
Ques 3. Will there be any marks deduction or negative marking?
Ans. No, candidates are not penalized for their wrong answers and the OTET examination is exempted from the negative marking system.
Ques 4. How many times can I appear for the OTET examination?
Ans. You may appear for the OTET examination as many times as desired to improve your qualifications and scores.