The Board of Secondary Education (BSE), Odisha, has officially announced the OTET Result 2026 for the teacher eligibility test conducted in December 2025. Aspiring teachers who appeared for Paper I and Paper II can now access their qualifying status through the board’s official portal. This year’s results reflect a significant milestone for the state’s education sector.
The declaration of the Odisha Teacher Eligibility Test (OTET) results brings much-needed clarity for over 1.6 lakh applicants. The Board has made the scorecards available online from 2:00 PM today, ensuring a digital-first approach for candidate convenience.
OTET 2026 Result Statistics: A Comprehensive Breakdown
According to the official data released by BSE Odisha, the examination saw a massive turnout. While 1,60,420 candidates registered for the test, 1,53,747 actually appeared across various centers. The overall performance indicates a healthy qualifying trend.
| Category | Paper-I (Primary) | Paper-II (Upper Primary) | Total Combined |
| Registered | 47,731 | 1,12,689 | 1,60,420 |
| Appeared | 45,091 | 1,08,656 | 1,53,747 |
| Qualified | 32,087 | 73,954 | 1,06,041 |
| Pass Percentage | 71.16% | 68.05% | 68.97% |
How to Check OTET Result 2026 Online
Candidates can follow these verified steps to download their scorecards without technical glitches:
- Navigate to the official website: bseodisha.ac.in.
- Locate the ‘Latest Updates’ or ‘Results’ section on the homepage.
- Click on the link titled “OTET Result 2026 (December 2025 Cycle)”.
- Enter your credentials, including the Registration Number and Date of Birth.
- Submit the details to view your subject-wise marks and qualifying status.
- Download the PDF and save it for future recruitment cycles.
Digitized Certificates and OMR Sheet Access
For the first time, the board has streamlined the certification process. Qualified candidates can download their digitized eligibility certificates starting from 4:00 PM today, February 12, 2026. This facility is available upon payment of a prescribed fee through the official portal.
Interestingly, BSE Odisha is also catering to candidates who did not qualify. Those wishing to review their performance can download their OMR Answer Sheets. This transparency measure is available only until February 18, 2026.
Understanding the Qualifying Criteria
The OTET is a mandatory qualifying exam but does not guarantee an immediate job. It serves as a benchmark for teaching standards in Odisha’s government and private schools.
The qualifying marks vary by category:
- General Category: 60% (90 out of 150 marks)
- SC/ST/OBC/PH: 50% (75 out of 150 marks)
Future Prospects for Non-Qualified Candidates
If you didn’t clear the exam this time, there is no reason to lose heart. The OTET is an annual feature. Based on previous trends, the notification for the next cycle is expected in the latter half of 2026. Candidates are advised to use their downloaded OMR sheets to identify weak areas in pedagogy, language, or subject-specific sections.
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