OTET Admit Card 2025 Out: Download Hall Ticket, Check Eligibility & Exam Date

The Odisha Teacher Eligibility Test (OTET) is a state-level examination conducted by the Board of Secondary Education (BSE), Odisha. It is a mandatory qualifying test for candidates aspiring to become teachers in Primary (Classes I–V) and Upper Primary (Classes VI–VIII) schools across the state.

With the 2025 cycle in progress, candidates are now in the crucial phase of downloading their admit cards and preparing for the upcoming examination. This guide covers the OTET 2025 admit card, eligibility, exam pattern, fees, and exam day essentials.

Latest Update: OTET 2025 Admit Card Released

As of December 10, 2025, BSE Odisha has released the official OTET 2025 admit cards. Candidates who successfully submitted the application form can now download their hall tickets from bseodisha.ac.in.

The written examination is scheduled for December 17, 2025. Download your admit card immediately to avoid last-minute server issues.

OTET 2025: Important Dates at a Glance

How to Download the OTET 2025 Admit Card

1. Visit the Official Website: Go to www.bseodisha.ac.in.
2. Locate the Link: In the "Latest Updates" section, find “ODISHA TEACHER ELIGIBILITY TEST OTET – 2025 Admit Card”.
3. Enter Credentials: Provide your Registration Number and Mobile Number or Date of Birth.
4. Submit: Click on the Login or Download button.
5. View & Print: Your admit card will appear. Verify details and print at least two copies.

Documents to Carry to the Exam Center

• Printed copy of OTET Admit Card 2025
• Valid Photo ID (Aadhaar / Voter ID / PAN / Passport / Driving License)
• Two recent passport-size photographs
• Blue/Black ballpoint pen

OTET 2025 Eligibility Criteria

Eligibility for Paper-I (Classes I–V)

• Higher Secondary (+2) with 50% + 2-year D.El.Ed
• Higher Secondary (+2) with 45% + 2-year D.El.Ed (as per NCTE norms)
• Higher Secondary (+2) with 50% + 4-year B.El.Ed
• Higher Secondary (+2) with 50% + 2-year Diploma in Education (Special Ed.)
• Graduation + 2-year D.El.Ed

Eligibility for Paper-II (Classes VI–VIII)

• Graduation with 50% + 1-year B.Ed
• Graduation with 45% + 1-year B.Ed (as per NCTE norms)
• Graduation with 50% + 1-year B.Ed (Special Ed.)
• Higher Secondary (+2) with 50% + 4-year B.A.Ed / B.Sc.Ed

Age Limit: Minimum 21 years. No upper age limit.

OTET 2025 Application Fees

Exam Pattern & Syllabus

The OTET exam is OMR-based with Multiple Choice Questions. There is no negative marking.

Duration: 150 minutes per paper
Total Questions: 150
Total Marks: 150

Paper-I Structure

• Child Development & Pedagogy – 30
• Language-I – 30
• Language-II (English) – 30
• Mathematics – 30
• Environmental Studies – 30

Paper-II Structure

• Child Development & Pedagogy – 30
• Language-I – 30
• Language-II (English) – 30
• Optional (60 Marks):
  – Mathematics & Science
  – Social Studies

Qualifying Marks & Certificate Validity

• General: 60% (90/150)
• SC / ST / SEBC / PH: 50% (75/150)