BSE, Odisha successfully conducted the OSSTET 2026 exam on January 20 & 21, 2026 with no issues at all for candidates who took Paper I (TGT) or Paper II (PET). Draft Answer keys for the OSSTET 2026 will be published by the BSE in February 2026 and candidates will be able to see their scores from the answer key once it is out; if there are any discrepancies with the scores shown on the answer key, then candidates have the right to file complaints before the final results are publicised.
Important Dates for OSSTET 2026
Candidates are advised to follow the given schedule for process :
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| OSSTET 2026 Exam Date | 20-21 January 2026 |
| Provisional Answer Key Release | February 2026 (Expected) |
| Objection Window | February-March 2026 (Expected) |
| Final Answer Key Release | February/March 2026 |
| OSSTET 2026 Result Declaration | Late February or March 2026 |
How to Download OSSTET Answer Key 2026 PDF
- Open the official portal of BSE Odisha
- Scroll down on the home page and click Latest Updates
- Find and click on OSSTET 2026 Scoring Key (Provisional)
- Choose Paper I or Paper II depending on your examination
- The answer key PDF will be displayed on your device screen
- Download the file on your device for future reference
Eligibility Criteria for OSSTET Recruitment 2026
Candidates must meet the given criteria :
| Criteria | Details |
|---|---|
| Nationality | Indian Citizen |
| Domicile | Permanent Resident of Odisha |
| Language Requirement | Must know Odia |
| Age Limit | No upper age limit for OSSTET |
| Paper I Qualification (TGT) | Bachelor’s Degree + B.Ed |
| Paper II Qualification (PET) | Class 12 (50%) + C.P.Ed / D.P.Ed / B.P.Ed |
How to Raise Objection Against OSSTET Answer Key 2026
- Visit the official website of BSE Odisha
- Click on the link “Application Form to Challenge the Answer Key in OSSTET 2026”
- Enter your Registration Number / Roll Number to log in
- Choose the question(s) you want to challenge
- Attach the valid supporting documents or proof
- Deposit the 500 per question (non refundable) objection fee
- Successfully submit the objection form
Key Points to Note
- Provisional answer key is merely for reference.
- Match your answers to work out your provisional score.
- Only raise objections in the time given.
- Rs.500 fee per question with valid proof is compulsory.
- Objections filed late or without proper support will be thrown out.
- After a review, the final answer key is published.
- The result depends on the final key only.
- Qualifying candidates are given the OSSTET certificate.
- OSSTET is the qualifying test for teaching jobs in Odisha.
- Keep checking BSE Odisha website for latest updates.
Important Link – OSSTET Answer Key 2026
| Official Website | https://bseodisha.nic.in/ |
| OSSTET Examination | Click Here |
| Syllabus | Click Here |
| Contact | Click Here |
FAQs – OSSTET Answer Key 2026
The provisional answer key is expected in February 2026.
The Board of Secondary Education (BSE), Odisha issues it.
Yes, separate PDFs for Paper I and Paper II will be made available.
Yes, you may submit your objections within the time allotted for the same.
The charge is 500 per question and is non, refundable.
You must provide valid academic references or documentary evidence.
There is no upper age limit for OSSTET.
It only makes the candidates eligible for the recruitment of teachers in the state of Odisha.
Unless the concerned authorities notify otherwise, the OSSTET certificate shall be valid for a lifetime.
The results may be released in the last week of February or March 2026.
