
OSSSC TGT Exam Date 2025: The OSSSC TGT Exam is a state-level recruitment test for Trained Graduate Teachers in Odisha, with prelims and mains objective-type exams. Eligibility requires a relevant bachelor’s degree and B.Ed. Selection involves written tests, document verification, and counselling for 2,629 vacancies in 2025. The OSSSC TGT Exam is announced to be conducted on 21-22 May, 2025.
The OSSSC TGT Exam recruits teachers for various posts like Arts, Science (PCM/CBZ), Hindi, Sanskrit, Urdu, Telugu, and Physical Education across Odisha. The selection process includes two objective-type papers: Paper I (General subjects) and Paper II (Subject-specific), each with 100 questions, negative marking, and a 90-minute duration per paper.
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OSSSC TGT Exam 2025 Overview |
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Name of the Exam |
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Conducting Body |
Odisha Sub-ordinate Staff Selection Commission (OSSSC), Odisha |
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Notification Release Date |
27 December 2024 |
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Admit Card Release |
1 week before the examination( Tentative) |
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Exam Date |
21-22 May, 2025 |
The OSSSC TGT Preliminary Exam for 2025 is scheduled for 21st and 22nd May 2025. The exams for Sanskrit Teacher, Hindi Teacher, and Physical Education Teacher (PET) will be conducted in two shifts using DigiOMR (Digital OMR on Tablet) mode. Each exam lasts 1 hour 30 minutes. The schedule for other subjects like Arts, Science (PCM/CBZ), Telugu, Tribal Language, and Sevak/Sevika will be announced soon.
Here is the OSSSSC TGT exam date with the respective shifts and timings as announced by the official conducting authority. Candidates can check the details to avoid any disturbance during the examination schedule.
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OSSSC TGT Exam Schedule 2025 |
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Post Name |
Exam Date |
Shift |
Timing |
Duration |
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Sanskrit Teacher |
21st May 2025 |
1st |
10:00 AM – 11:30 AM |
1 hour 30 minutes |
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Hindi Teacher |
22nd May 2025 |
1st |
10:00 AM – 11:30 AM |
1 hour 30 minutes |
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Physical Education Teacher |
22nd May 2025 |
2nd |
03:00 PM – 04:30 PM |
1 hour 30 minutes |
The OSSSC TGT 2025 admit card release date is expected on 15 -16 May 2025(tentative). Candidates can download their admit cards online from the official website one week before the exam scheduled on 21-22 May, 2025.
The OSSSC TGT Exam has two main papers, each carrying 100 marks and lasting 90 minutes. Paper I is about general knowledge, arithmetic, reasoning, English, computer, and pedagogy, while Paper II is subject-specific and relevant to the teaching post.
Each correct answer awards 1 mark; 0.33 marks are deducted for every wrong answer. Unanswered questions incur no penalty. The total marks for both papers combined are 200. For certain posts, such as Tribal Language Teachers, an additional skill test is conducted. This structured marks distribution ensures evaluation of both general aptitude and specializedsubject knowledge.
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OSSSC TGT Exam Pattern 2025 |
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Subjects |
No. of Questions |
Total Marks |
Duration |
Marking Scheme |
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Prelims |
Paper I |
General Knowledge, Arithmetic, Reasoning, English, Computer, Pedagogy |
100 |
100 |
90 minutes |
+1 for correct, -0.33 wrong |
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Prelims |
Paper II |
Concerned Subject |
100 |
100 |
90 minutes |
+1 for correct, -0.33 wrong |
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Mains |
Single |
Concerned Subject (subject-specific knowledge) |
100 |
100 |
90 minutes |
+1 for correct, |
Go to the OSSSC TGT official site at
Look for the latest notification or news related to the OSSSC TGT Exam Date 2025.
The notification PDF contains detailed information, including the exam date.
In the notification, locate the exam schedule section to find the exact exam date.
The OSSSC TGT Exam Date 2025 is scheduled for 21-22 May 2025.
Keep checking the official website for any updates or changes regarding the exam date.
Candidates must bring the printed admit card to the exam center; entry will not be allowed without it.
Carry a government-issued photo ID (Aadhaar, Voter ID, PAN card, etc.) along with the admit card for identity verification.
Arrive at the exam center well before the reporting time mentioned on the admit card to complete entry formalities calmly.
Only permitted items such as a black/blue ballpoint pen and the admit card are allowed. Electronic devices, calculators, study materials, or mobile phones are strictly prohibited.
Wear a mask, maintain social distancing, and use hand sanitizer as per the center’s instructions.
Candidates arriving after the gate closing time will not be permitted to enter.
Qualified candidates must appear for the PET as per the schedule announced after the written exam.
Follow all instructions given by exam invigilators and staff to ensure a smooth examination process.
