The Board of Secondary Education (BSE), Odisha, started accepting online applications for the Odisha Secondary School Teacher Eligibility Test (OSSTET) 2024 from November 19 to November 30, 2024. This exam is essential for individuals aiming to secure teaching jobs in government, aided, and recognized private secondary schools in the state.
As an annual state-level exam, the OSSTET is organized by BSE, Odisha. Once the registration process is complete, candidates can expect to access their OSSTET Admit Card 2024 through the official website, typically available five to seven days before the exam. The official website will also soon announce the exam date, giving candidates ample time to prepare for the test.
OSSTET Admit Card 2024: Highlights
| Organization | Board of Secondary Education (BSE) |
| Name of Exam | Odisha Secondary School Teacher Eligibility Test |
| Exam Date | To be announced |
| Application Start Date | 19th November 2024 |
| Application Last Date | 30th November 2024 |
| Level of Exam | State -level |
| Admit Card Status | To be released |
| Official Website | bseodisha.ac.in |
Exam Pattern for Odisha Secondary School Teacher Eligibility Test (OSSTET)
- The examination is conducted offline.
- There are 150 objective-type questions in both Paper 1 (TGT) and Paper 2 (Physical Education).
- There is no negative marking; each question is worth one mark.
- Each exam lasts for two and a half (2.5) hours.
Exam Pattern for TGT Posts
| Subjects | Questions | Marks |
|---|---|---|
| Language-I (Odia) | 20 | 20 |
| Language-II (English) | 20 | 20 |
| Subject-specific questions | 60 | 60 |
| Child Development, Pedagogy, School Management | 50 | 50 |
| Total | 150 | 150 |
Exam Pattern for Physical Education Posts
| Subjects | Questions | Marks |
|---|---|---|
| Language-I (Odia) | 20 | 20 |
| Language-II (English) | 20 | 20 |
| Physical Education Content (C.P.Ed/B.P.Ed) | 60 | 60 |
| Child Development, Pedagogy, School Management | 50 | 50 |
| Total | 150 | 150 |
OSSTET Exam Schedule 2024
The exam authority has not yet revealed the exam date, but this information will be updated here as soon as it is published on the official website. The admit card will provide the complete exam schedule, detailing the dates and times for both Paper 1 (TGT positions) and Paper 2 (Physical Education positions). Candidates are advised to reach the exam center ahead of time to ensure they are well-prepared.
How to Download the Odisha SSTET Admit Card 2024?
To download the admit card from the official website, take the following actions:
- Visit bseodisha.ac.in, the official website.
- On the homepage, look for the “OSSTET Admit Card 2024” link.
- A new page will open when you click on the link.
- Enter your date of birth, password, and registration number.
- Press the “Submit” button.
- The screen will display your admit card.
- The admit card can be downloaded and printed for further use.
FAQs
Q1: What is the exam pattern for OSSTET Paper 1?
Ans: Paper 1 consists of sections on General English, Odia language, subject-specific questions, and pedagogy.
Q2: What is the structure of OSSTET Paper 2?
Ans: Paper 2 includes General English, Odia, pedagogy, and physical education-specific questions.