OTET Exam 2025: Eligibility, Notification, Syllabus, Preparation Tips & Best Books
The Odisha Teacher Eligibility Test (OTET) is a state-level examination conducted by the Board of Secondary Education, Odisha (BSEO). It serves as a qualifying test for candidates aspiring to become teachers in government, private aided, and private unaided schools across Odisha from Class I to VIII.
Whether you’re just starting your preparation or looking for structured guidance, this blog covers everything you need to know about OTET 2025.
Table of Contents
- What is OTET?
- OTET 2025 Notification Overview
- OTET Eligibility Criteria
- OTET Qualifying Criteria
- OTET Full Syllabus Structure
- How to Qualify OTET: Tips & Strategy
- Best Books for OTET Preparation
- Final Thoughts
1. What is OTET?
The OTET is conducted in two papers:
- Paper I: For candidates who want to teach Classes I to V (Primary Level).
- Paper II: For candidates who want to teach Classes VI to VIII (Upper Primary Level).
Candidates can appear for either one or both papers depending on their eligibility.
2. OTET 2025 Notification Overview
- Conducting Body: Board of Secondary Education, Odisha (BSEO)
- Mode of Exam: Offline (OMR-based)
- Application Mode: Online via BSEO official website
- Expected Notification Release: June–July 2025 (tentative)
- Exam Date: To be announced
Keep an eye on http://bseodisha.ac.in for the official release.
3. OTET Eligibility Criteria
For Paper I (Class I to V):
- Higher Secondary (or equivalent) with at least 50% marks and 2-year Diploma in Elementary Education (D.El.Ed)
OR - Higher Secondary with 50% marks and 2-year D.El.Ed (as per NCTE norms)
OR - Higher Secondary with at least 50% marks and 4- year B.El.Ed.
OR - Graduation with 50% Marks and 2-year D.El.Ed.
For Paper II (Class VI to VIII):
- Graduation with at least 50% marks and 1-year B.Ed
OR - Graduation with at least 50% marks and 2-year B.Ed (as per NCTE norms)
OR - Higher Secondary with 50% marks and 4-year B.El.Ed
OR - Higher Secondary with 50% marks and 4-year B.A/B.Sc.Ed or B.A.Ed/B.Sc.Ed
OR - Graduation with 50% marks and 1-year/2-year B.Ed (Special Education)
Note: Candidates belonging to reserved categories may get a 5% relaxation in marks.