OTET 2026 exam postponed to July 5 following concerns over clash with OSSSC recruitment test

OTET 2026 Rescheduled to July 5 After Exam Clash Concerns

The Board of Secondary Education (BSE), Odisha, has rescheduled the Odisha Teacher Eligibility Test (OTET) 2026 to July 5 following objections from candidates regarding an overlap with the Odisha Sub-ordinate Staff Selection Commission (OSSSC) recruitment examination.

The OTET was earlier scheduled for June 28. However, after the OSSSC examination was shifted to the same date, candidates planning to appear for both tests requested a change in the schedule. Taking these concerns into account, BSE Odisha announced the revised examination date.

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CHECK OTET 2026 REVISED SCHEDULE

OTET 2026 Revised Schedule

Reason Behind the Postponement

The conflict arose after the OSSSC recruitment examination, originally planned for June 20, was rescheduled to June 28. Candidates who intended to appear in both examinations expressed concerns regarding the overlapping dates. Following these representations, BSE Odisha revised the OTET schedule to avoid inconvenience.

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Important Advice for Candidates

Candidates are advised to regularly visit the official website for updates regarding admit cards and examination instructions. Aspirants should continue their preparation according to the revised schedule and avoid relying on unofficial sources.

Conclusion

The postponement of OTET 2026 to July 5 has provided relief to candidates affected by the scheduling clash with the OSSSC recruitment examination. With the revised date now announced, aspirants can focus on preparation and await further instructions from BSE Odisha.