OSSTET Syllabus 2026: Paper-I & Paper-II Complete Subject-Wise Syllabus (PDF)

OSSTET Syllabus: The Board of Secondary Education (BSE), Odisha has released the official syllabus for the Odisha Secondary School Teacher Eligibility Test (OSSTET). This syllabus covers Paper-I (for Trained Graduate Teachers in Science, Arts, Hindi, Sanskrit, Urdu and Telugu) and Paper-II (for Physical Education Teachers/PET), and applies to candidates preparing for OSSTET 2026.

Quick Answer: OSSTET has two papers. Paper-I is for TG Science (PCM/CBZ), TG Arts, Hindi, Sanskrit, Urdu and Telugu teachers. Paper-II is only for PET (Physical Education Teacher) candidates. Both papers carry 150 marks, run for 2.5 hours, use MCQs with no negative marking, and include a compulsory 50-mark section on Child Development, Pedagogy, School Management and Evaluation.

Quick Highlights

• Board: Board of Secondary Education (BSE), Odisha, Cuttack
• Exam: Odisha Secondary School Teacher Eligibility Test (OSSTET)
• Papers: Paper-I (Category-I posts) and Paper-II (PET only)
• Total Marks: 150 per paper
• Duration: 2.5 hours per paper
• Question Type: MCQ, 1 mark each, no negative marking

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Official Website: bseodisha.ac.in

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Who Should Appear for OSSTET

Category-I (Paper-I)

• TG Science (PCM / CBZ)
• TG Arts
• Hindi Teacher
• Classical Teacher (Sanskrit)
• Urdu Teacher
• Telugu Teacher

Category-II (Paper-II)

• PET (Physical Education Teacher)

Applicability and Eligibility

OSSTET applies to all candidates who possess the requisite academic and training qualification with the required percentage of marks, and to candidates pursuing the final year of teacher training courses before the date of publication of the OSSTET advertisement.

Candidates must have Odia as MIL (Mother Tongue/Medium of Instruction) up to HSC level or higher, or have passed Odia as a subject in a specific HSC-standard examination conducted by BSE Odisha, or have passed the HSC examination of BSE Odisha in Odia medium with MIL other than Odia.

Exam Pattern (Common Rules)

• There are two papers: Paper-I and Paper-II. Category-I candidates appear in Paper-I; Category-II (PET) candidates appear in Paper-II.
• Duration of each paper is 2.5 hours. Total marks for the test is 150 for both Paper-I and Paper-II.
• All questions are Multiple Choice Questions (MCQ) with four alternatives, one mark each, and one correct answer.
• There are four sections in both Paper-I and Paper-II.
• Language-I (MIL Odia) and Language-II (English) are compulsory for all categories, in both papers.
• In Section III, questions in Science subjects (PCM/CBZ) are in English. Questions in Arts subjects (Social Studies) are in English. Questions in Hindi/Classical (Sanskrit)/Telugu/Urdu are in the respective language.
• In Section IV, questions on Child Development, Pedagogy, School Management and Evaluation are in English and compulsory for both categories in both papers.
• There is no negative marking.

Paper-I Syllabus Structure (For Category-I Posts)

For PCM Group: Physics 20, Chemistry 20, Mathematics 20 marks. For CBZ Group: Chemistry 20, Botany 20, Zoology 20 marks. For TG Arts: candidates choose either “History and Political Science (15) + Geography and Economics (15) + English (30)” or “History and Political Science (15) + Geography and Economics (15) + Odia (30).”

Paper-II Syllabus Structure (For PET Only)

Detailed Syllabus: Section I – Language-I (MIL Odia), 20 Marks

This section tests reading comprehension of an unseen passage, and covers the following topic areas:

• Comprehension of an unseen passage (approx. 150 words), with 4-5 questions based on it
• Recognition of well-known Odia writers and their works
• Word/sentence correctness (Shuddhi) and identification of errors
• Synonyms, antonyms, and one-word substitution
• Sentence structure: simple, compound, and complex sentences
• Grammar: Sandhi, Samas, Karaka and Bibhakti, Alankar (figures of speech)
• Idioms and their meanings
• Word formation and vocabulary usage

Detailed Syllabus: Section II – Language-II (English), 20 Marks

Comprehension

• An unseen passage (approx. 100 words): Global, Factual, Referential, and Inferential questions; Vocabulary (antonyms, synonyms); Language usage
• A Poem: Global, Factual, Vocabulary, Inferential, and Appreciation questions

Grammar and Usage

• Prepositions
• Direct and Indirect Speech
• Passives
• Tense
• Identification of error in a sentence
• Phrasal Verbs
• Clause Patterns
• Punctuations
• Types of sentences
• Spelling
• Agreement of verbs with subjects

Detailed Syllabus: Section III (A) – TG Science (PCM / CBZ)

Physics Syllabus (20 Marks)

• Motion (3 marks): Newton’s laws, kinematic equations, relative velocity, work-energy-power, conservation of energy, circular motion, projectile motion, simple harmonic motion.
• Gravitation (2 marks): Kepler’s laws, Newton’s law of gravitation, escape velocity, satellite motion.
• Properties of Matter (3 marks): Elasticity, kinetic theory of gases, surface tension, viscosity, hydrostatics, Archimedes principle.
• Sound (2 marks): Waves, speed of sound, Doppler effect, musical sound.
• Optics (3 marks): Reflection and refraction, lens equations, image formation, wave optics, interference, diffraction.
• Electrostatics (2 marks): Coulomb’s law, electric field, potential, capacitors.
• Current Electricity (3 marks): Ohm’s law, resistances, Kirchhoff’s laws, magnetic field, Biot-Savart law.
• Electromagnetic Induction (2 marks): Faraday’s law, Lenz’s law, alternating current, transformers.

Chemistry Syllabus (20 Marks)

• Basic Concepts: atomic/molecular/equivalent masses, mole concept
• States of Matter: gas laws, colligative properties
• Structure of Atom: Bohr’s model, quantum numbers, electronic configuration
• Classification of Elements and Periodicity
• Chemical Bonding and Molecular Structure
• Chemical Reactions: redox reactions, neutralization
• Chemical and Ionic Equilibria
• General Principles of Extraction of Metals
• Basic Principles of Organic Chemistry
• Hydrocarbons: aliphatic and aromatic

Mathematics Syllabus (20 Marks, 20 Questions, 1 Mark Each)

• Set Theory and its Application
• Relations and Functions
• Number System
• Quadratic Equations
• Group Theory
• Calculus of One Variable
• Sequence and Series
• Coordinate Geometry
• Analytical Solid Geometry
• Probability
• Statistics
• Trigonometry
• Mensuration
• Determinant and Matrix

Botany Syllabus (for CBZ Group)

• Plant Diversity and Conservation (4 marks)
• Tissue System (3 marks)
• Photosynthesis (3 marks)
• Growth Regulators in Plants (2 marks)
• Reproduction in Plants (4 marks)
• Mendelism (2 marks)
• Plant Diseases and Control Measures (2 marks)

Zoology Syllabus (for CBZ Group, 20 Marks)

• Taxonomy: Five kingdom classification (1 mark)
• Cytology: Cell structure, mitosis/meiosis, DNA/RNA (2 marks)
• Genetics: Linkage, mutation, chromosomal mechanism of sex determination (2 marks)
• Evolution: Darwinism, Modern Synthetic theory (2 marks)
• Ecology: Ecosystem, food chain, biodiversity, pollution (2 marks)
• Life Processes: Nutrition (1 mark), Respiration (2 marks), Circulation (2 marks), Excretion (2 marks), Control and Coordination (2 marks), Reproduction and Development

Detailed Syllabus: Section III (B) – TG Arts (Social Studies)

TG Arts candidates choose one of two combinations: History + Political Science + Geography + Economics (15+15 marks) with English (30 marks), OR the same subjects with Odia (30 marks) instead.

History (15 Marks)

• Great Rulers of Ancient India: Asoka, Kharavela, Samudragupta, Harshavardhana
• Development of Art, Architecture, Literature and Science in Ancient India
• Administration during Delhi Sultanate: Balban, Alauddin Khilji, Feroze Shah Tughlaq
• Mughal Architecture and Painting: Akbar, Jahangir, Shahjahan
• Rise of British Power in India, 1757-1856
• Growth of Indian Nationalism, 1857-1905
• Indian National Movement, 1905-1947
• First World War and Russian Revolution
• Second World War: Causes and Consequences

Political Science (Part of the 15 Marks with History)

• Salient features of the Indian Constitution
• Preamble, Fundamental Rights, Directive Principles, Fundamental Duties
• Union Government: President, PM, Council of Ministers, Parliament, Supreme Court
• State Government: Governor, CM, Legislative Assembly, High Court
• Chief Secretary and District Collector
• Local Governance: Urban and Rural
• Political Parties and Pressure Groups
• Electoral Process and Election Commission
• India’s Foreign Policy
• United Nations: General Assembly, Security Council, Human Rights
• Socialism, Liberalism, Democracy, Authoritarianism, Welfare State, Globalization
• Kautilya, Raja Ram Mohan Roy, Bal Gangadhar Tilak, Swami Vivekananda, Mahatma Gandhi, Nehru, B.R. Ambedkar

Geography (Part of the 15 Marks with Economics)

• Physical Geography of India: Physiography, Drainage, Climate
• Resources in India: Land, Biotic, Mineral, Energy, Water, Agricultural and Industrial Resources
• Physical Geography: Landforms, interior of the earth, rocks and their types
• Atmosphere: composition, insolation, pressure, winds, humidity, rainfall
• Oceans: relief, salinity, temperature, currents, waves, tides
• Globe and Maps: types, scale, contours, latitude/longitude, time zones

Economics (Part of the 15 Marks with Geography)

• Indian Economy: features, demographic characteristics
• Current Challenges: Poverty, Unemployment, Inflation
• Economic Development: National income, PQLI, HDI, sustainable development
• Money and Banking: Commercial and Central Banking, Monetary Policy
• Emerging Concerns: Inclusive growth, financial inclusion, food security, consumer awareness

English (30 Marks Option, for Arts Candidates)

• Comprehension: unseen passage (150 words, 8 marks) and a poem (7 marks)
• Grammar and Usage (8 marks): the same 11 areas as Language-II
• Speaking – commonly mispronounced words (2 marks)
• Pedagogy (5 marks): importance and objectives of teaching English, language acquisition vs. learning, strategies as per NCF-2005, lesson planning, assessment techniques

Odia (30 Marks Option, Alternative for Arts Candidates)

This covers comprehension of an unseen passage, recognition of writers and their works, word/sentence correctness, synonyms/antonyms, sentence structure, sentence identification, general accuracy, idioms, grammar (Sandhi, Karaka, Alankar), and one-word substitution, at a more advanced level than the compulsory Language-I paper.

Detailed Syllabus: Section III (C) – Classical Language Teachers (60 Marks Each)

Candidates for Hindi, Sanskrit, Urdu or Telugu Teacher posts appear for a 60-mark subject paper in their respective language, with the medium of examination in that language.

Hindi (60 Marks)

• Unit-I, Gadya Sahitya (Prose Literature), 10 marks: Essays, novels (Premchand’s Karmabhoomi, and others), and short stories by authors such as Premchand, Prasad, Agyeya, Bhagwati Charan Verma, Kamleshwar and Jainendra Kumar.
• Unit-II, Padya Vibhag (Poetry Section), 10 marks: Works of Kabir Das, Surdas, Tulsi Das, Bihari, Maithili Sharan Gupt, Dinkar, Bachchan, Subhadra Kumari, Prasad, Pant, Nirala, Kedarnath Singh, Nagarjun.
• Unit-III, Language Study, 20 marks: Hindi-Odia sound comparison, word formation (prefixes/suffixes), Sandhi and Samas, synonyms/antonyms, spelling/pronunciation, noun gender/number, karaka, verb classification, sentence types, common idioms.
• Unit-VI, Language Application, 10 marks: Prose and poetry teaching methods, grammar teaching method, translation (Odia to Hindi), unseen passage comprehension.

Sanskrit (60 Marks)

• Unit-1, Learning Sanskrit / Pedagogy (10 marks): Objectives and importance of Sanskrit teaching, basic language skills.
• Unit-2, Language Training (10 marks): Grammar-translation method, direct method, indirect method, deductive method.
• Unit-3, Language-Literature Teaching Method (10 marks): Assessment planning for prose and poetry teaching.
• Unit-4, Elements of Sanskrit Language (10 marks): Comprehension of unseen passages (prose and verse from texts like Panchatantra, Hitopadesha), word meaning, Sandhi, Karaka, Bibhakti.
• Unit-5, Language Items (10 marks): Parts of speech, noun/verb forms, pronouns, numerals.
• Unit-6, Contribution of Famous Poets and Authors (10 marks): Bhasa, Kalidas, Bhababhuti, Dandin, Banabhatta, Bhartrihari, Jayadev, Trivikrambhatta, Sriharsha.

Urdu (60 Marks)

• Prose (10 marks): Gulistan-e-Urdu, Shaoor-e-Adab.
• Poetry (10 marks): Shaoor-e-Adab, Guldasta-e-Urdu, plus Ghazaliyat of Meer, Dard, Ghalib, Hasrat.
• Drama (10 marks): Gudia Ghar by Qudsia Zaidi, or Bikhre Phool by Azhar Afsar.
• Novel / Short Story (10 marks): Umrao-Jan-Ada, or Urdu Ke Tera Afsane.
• Grammar (10 marks): Urdu Zuban-o-Qawaid.
• Pedagogy (10 marks): Principles of teaching Urdu, language skills, methods of teaching literature.

Telugu (60 Marks)

• Language and mother tongue, aims and methodology of language teaching
• Teaching methods, teaching aids, literature teaching methods
• Education technology, assessment of learning, evaluation
• Unseen poetry/prose passages with vocabulary and grammar test items
• Grammatical items: pronunciation, word formation, sentence types, figures of speech
• Contributions of famous Telugu literary figures: Nannaya, Karivi/Goparaju, Garimella Satyanarayan, Shri Shri, Vimala

Detailed Syllabus: Section IV – Child Development, Pedagogy, School Management and Evaluation (50 Marks, Compulsory for All)

This section applies to all candidates in both Paper-I and Paper-II.

Child Development (Process of Growing Up)

• Growth and Development: concepts, principles, and factors influencing development (nutrition, intelligence, psychosocial, heredity, environment)
• Theories of Development: Piaget (cognitive), Chomsky (language), Erikson (social), Kohlberg (moral)
• Approaches to Understanding Intelligence: Psychometric (Guilford, Gardner, Thurstone), Information Processing (Sternberg), Social Constructivist (Vygotsky)
• Addressing Problems of Adolescence: role of teachers/parents/community, self-concept, counseling

Learning Process / Pedagogy

• Understanding the Learning Process: theoretical perspectives (Humanistic – Rogers, Constructivist – Piaget and Vygotsky), basic conditions of learning
• Organizing Learning: teacher-centric, learner-centric, learning-centric approaches
• Critical Pedagogy: concept, characteristics, stages
• Addressing Classroom Diversity: TLMs, group learning, curriculum adaptation for special needs, multilingual education

Educational (School) Management

• Educational Management: concept, scope, types (centralized/decentralized, democratic/autocratic)
• Management Structure: National, State, District, Sub-district (BRCs, CRCs, SMCs, SMDC)
• School Development Plan (SDP): meaning, importance, key actions
• School Based Management (SBM): concept, objectives, resource management

Assessing the Learner / Performance (Evaluation)

• Assessment and Evaluation: constructivist perspective, Continuous and Comprehensive Evaluation, Formative/Summative/Diagnostic Assessment
• Assessment and Learning: assessment tools (projects, assignments, observation, teacher-made tests), self/peer assessment, portfolios, rubrics
• Test Construction: steps, blueprint, preparation of test items
• Recent Developments: Grading, co-scholastic assessment, NCF-2005 recommendations

Detailed Syllabus: Paper-II, Section III – Physical Education (60 Marks, for PET Only)

• Principle and History of Physical Education (10 marks): Meaning, objectives, relationship to general education and health, Scout and Guides, NCC, JRC, SGFI, Yoga, Olympics and Asian Games.
• Sports Psychology (10 marks): Mental processes, transfer of training, theories of play, individual differences, discipline and behaviour.
• Organization, Administration and Recreation (10 marks): Construction/care of gymnasium and swimming pools, playgrounds, sports equipment, time-table preparation, scheduling school sports, budget and accounting.
• Anatomy, Physiology and Health Education (10 marks): Joints, muscles, heart and respiratory system, fatigue, blood pressure, health education, nutrition, diseases like Cholera, Diphtheria, Malaria.
• Methods of Physical Education (10 marks): Drill and marching commands, teaching aids, tournaments, National Physical Efficiency Test, lesson planning.
• Officiating and Coaching (10 marks): Qualities of officials, conditioning, warming up, training methods (Isometric, Isotonic, Circuit, Weight, Fartlek), rules of games like Kho-Kho, Kabaddi, Volleyball, Football, Basketball, Cricket, Hockey, Badminton.

PET candidates also appear for Section IV (Child Development, Pedagogy, School Management and Evaluation), which follows the same syllabus as Paper-I.

Important Instructions

• Only candidates with the requisite academic and training qualification for a given category should appear for the respective paper.
• There are four sections in each paper, and Language-I (Odia) and Language-II (English) are compulsory for all candidates in both papers.
• Read the eligibility conditions, including MIL (Odia) requirements, in the OSSTET guidelines carefully before applying.
• There is no negative marking, so attempt all questions you are reasonably confident about.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Q1. How many papers are there in OSSTET?
Two: Paper-I for Category-I posts (TG Science, TG Arts, Hindi, Sanskrit, Urdu, Telugu), and Paper-II for Category-II (PET only).

Q2. What is the total marks and duration of each OSSTET paper?
150 marks and 2.5 hours for each paper.

Q3. Is there negative marking in OSSTET?
No, there is no negative marking.

Q4. Which section is compulsory for all OSSTET candidates?
Section IV: Child Development, Pedagogy, School Management and Evaluation (50 marks), along with Language-I (Odia) and Language-II (English).

Q5. What subjects are covered under TG Science?
Physics, Chemistry and Mathematics for the PCM group; Chemistry, Botany and Zoology for the CBZ group.

Q6. What are the two combination options for TG Arts candidates?
History + Political Science + Geography + Economics with either English (30 marks) or Odia (30 marks).

Q7. Who should appear for Paper-II?
Only PET (Physical Education Teacher) candidates.

Q8. What does the Physical Education syllabus in Paper-II cover?
Principle and History of Physical Education, Sports Psychology, Organization and Administration, Anatomy and Health Education, Methods of Physical Education, and Officiating and Coaching.

Q9. What is the medium of the question paper for classical languages like Hindi or Sanskrit?
Questions in Hindi, Classical (Sanskrit), Telugu or Urdu are set in the respective language.

Q10. Where can I download the full OSSTET syllabus?
From the official PDF link provided in this article, or from the BSE Odisha website, bseodisha.ac.in.

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