The OTET Exam Date 2026 has been officially rescheduled by the Board of Secondary Education, Odisha, Cuttack. As per the latest BSE Odisha notice, the Odisha Teacher Eligibility Test 2026 will now be conducted on 21 June 2026 for both Paper I and Paper II.
This update is important for candidates who have completed the OTET 2026 application process and are waiting for the admit card. The admit cards will be made available from 9 June 2026 through the official OTET portal, and candidates must verify the exam centre, paper, shift timing and personal details after downloading it.
OTET is a state-level teacher eligibility test for candidates who want to become eligible for teaching Classes I to VIII in Odisha schools. Paper I is for Classes I to V, Paper II is for Classes VI to VIII, and eligible candidates may appear for one paper or both papers depending on their qualification and target teaching level.
Quick Facts
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Exam Name | Odisha Teacher Eligibility Test 2026 |
| Conducting Body | Board of Secondary Education, Odisha, Cuttack |
| New Exam Date | 21 June 2026 |
| Paper I Timing | 9:00 AM to 11:30 AM |
| Paper II Timing | 2:00 PM to 4:30 PM |
| Admit Card Date | From 9 June 2026 |
| Exam Mode | Offline OMR-based examination |
| Application Dates | 26 March 2026 to 9 May 2026 |
| Official Website | https://bseodisha.nic.in/ |
OTET Exam Date 2026 Latest Update
The Board of Secondary Education, Odisha has issued the revised schedule for OTET 2026. The examination will be conducted on 21 June 2026 in two shifts on the same day.
Paper I will be held in the morning shift and Paper II will be held in the afternoon shift. Candidates should follow the paper and timing printed on their admit card after it is released.
| Particular | Details |
|---|---|
| Exam | Odisha Teacher Eligibility Test 2026 |
| New exam date | 21 June 2026 |
| Admit card availability | From 9 June 2026 |
| Authority | Board of Secondary Education, Odisha, Cuttack |
OTET 2026 Paper-Wise Shift Timings
BSE Odisha has confirmed separate timings for Paper I and Paper II. Candidates should reach the exam centre well before the reporting time mentioned on the admit card.
| Paper | Date | Timing | Level |
|---|---|---|---|
| Paper I | 21 June 2026 | 9:00 AM to 11:30 AM | Classes I to V |
| Paper II | 21 June 2026 | 2:00 PM to 4:30 PM | Classes VI to VIII |
Candidates appearing for both papers should check both shift instructions carefully and plan travel, food and documents accordingly.
OTET Admit Card 2026 Release Date
The OTET Admit Card 2026 will be available from 9 June 2026. Candidates should download it from the official BSE Odisha OTET portal using their registered login details.
The admit card is not just an entry pass. It will contain the exam centre address, paper details, reporting instructions and candidate information. Download it early so that any login or printing issue can be handled before the exam date.
How to Download OTET Admit Card 2026
- Visit the official BSE Odisha website at https://bseodisha.nic.in/.
- Open the OTET 2026 application or admit card link.
- Go to the candidate login page.
- Enter your registered email address or mobile number and password.
- Complete the captcha or verification step shown on the page.
- Open the admit card link after login.
- Download the OTET hall ticket and take a clear printout.
- Read all exam-day instructions printed on the admit card.
Login Details Required for OTET Hall Ticket
Keep your OTET 2026 registration details ready before opening the admit card page. The login page may require:
- Registered email address or mobile number
- Password created during OTET 2026 registration
- Captcha or verification code
- Any additional detail requested on the official portal
If you have forgotten the password, use the official forgot-password option on the login page. Do not create a fresh registration for admit card download.
Details Printed on OTET Admit Card 2026
After downloading the admit card, check every detail carefully. The OTET hall ticket is expected to show:
- Candidate’s name
- Roll number or application number
- Paper selected by the candidate
- Exam date and shift timing
- Exam centre name and address
- Candidate photograph and signature
- Reporting time and entry instructions
- Exam-day guidelines
If there is a major mismatch in the admit card details, contact the official support channel before the exam date.
Documents to Carry for OTET 2026
Candidates should carry the documents mentioned in the admit card instructions. In general, keep the following ready for the exam day:
- Printed copy of the OTET Admit Card 2026
- Original valid photo ID proof
- Passport-size photograph, if instructed
- Any other document mentioned in the candidate instructions
Valid photo ID may include Aadhaar card, voter ID, PAN card, passport, driving licence or another government-issued identity proof. The name and details should match the application and admit card.
Who Should Appear for Paper I and Paper II
OTET has two papers. Candidates should appear for the paper that matches the teaching level for which they want eligibility.
| Paper | Teaching Level | Usual Candidate Group |
|---|---|---|
| Paper I | Classes I to V | Candidates seeking primary teacher eligibility |
| Paper II | Classes VI to VIII | Candidates seeking upper primary teacher eligibility |
| Both papers | Classes I to VIII | Candidates eligible and willing to be considered for both levels |
Eligibility depends on the academic and teacher-training qualification prescribed by BSE Odisha. Candidates should refer to the official OTET eligibility document for exact conditions.
OTET 2026 Exam Pattern
The OTET exam is conducted as an objective-type test. Each paper has multiple-choice questions, and the duration of each paper is 2 hours and 30 minutes.
| Particular | Details |
|---|---|
| Mode of exam | Offline OMR-based test |
| Question type | Multiple Choice Questions |
| Duration | 2 hours 30 minutes for each paper |
| Marks per question | 1 mark |
| Negative marking | No negative marking |
| Language-II | English for all candidates |
OTET Paper I and Paper II Subject Structure
The official syllabus structure divides each paper into subject areas. Candidates should revise according to the paper they selected in the application form.
| Paper | Subjects | Total Questions | Total Marks |
|---|---|---|---|
| Paper I | Child Development and Pedagogy, Language I, Language II, Mathematics, Environmental Science | 150 | 150 |
| Paper II | Child Development and Pedagogy, Language I, Language II, Mathematics and Science or Social Studies | 150 | 150 |
For Paper II, candidates answer either the Mathematics and Science section or the Social Studies section as applicable.
OTET Qualifying Marks and Certificate Use
OTET is an eligibility test. Qualifying the exam makes a candidate eligible as per the rules, but it does not by itself guarantee appointment as a teacher.
| Category | Qualifying Marks |
|---|---|
| General category | 60% or more |
| SC, ST, SEBC and Physically Handicapped candidates | 50% or more |
The weightage of OTET scores in recruitment is decided by the Government from time to time. Candidates should follow the recruitment rules of the relevant teacher recruitment authority when vacancies are notified.
What to Do If OTET Admit Card Does Not Download
If the admit card is not downloading after 9 June 2026, first check that you are using the correct OTET 2026 login details. Candidates must use the fresh registration details created for OTET 2026.
- Try logging in again with the registered email or mobile number.
- Use the forgot-password option if the password is not working.
- Clear browser cache or try another browser.
- Check whether the application and fee payment were completed before the last date.
- Use the official support email shown on the OTET portal for technical issues.
Do not wait until the exam day to download or print the admit card.
Official Links
Source: Official notification (PDF)