The Odisha Adarsha Vidyalaya Sangathan (OAVS), under the School and Mass Education Department, Government of Odisha, has issued Advertisement No. 1/2026 for direct recruitment to 815 regular posts of Principal, PGT, TGT, Art Teacher, Physical Education Teacher (PET) and Computer Teacher in Odisha Adarsha Vidyalayas (OAVs) and Odisha Mining Adarsha Vidyalayas (OMAVs) across the state. Online applications close on 11 November 2026 at 5:00 PM and are accepted only on the official portal, oav.edu.in. Selection is through a Computer Based Test (CBT), followed by an interview and, for some posts, a performance test.
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OAVS Teacher Recruitment 2026: Key Details
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Organisation | Odisha Adarsha Vidyalaya Sangathan (OAVS), School & Mass Education Department, Government of Odisha |
| Advertisement No. | 1/2026 |
| Total Vacancies | 815 regular posts |
| Posts | Principal, PGT, TGT, Art Teacher, PET, Computer Teacher |
| Application Mode | Online only — oav.edu.in |
| Application Start Date | 12 October 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 11 November 2026, up to 5:00 PM |
| Selection Process | CBT → Interview / Performance Test → Document Verification |
| Service Bond | 2 years from the date of joining |
| Official Website | oav.edu.in |
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Indicative Advertisement (No. 01/2026) | 23 September 2026 |
| Detailed Notification | October 2026 |
| Online Application Starts | 12 October 2026 |
| Last Date to Submit Online Application | 11 November 2026, up to 5:00 PM |
| Computer Based Test (CBT) Date | To be notified on the official portal |
Post-wise Vacancies (Total 815 Posts)
| Post | Pay Level (ORSP 2017) | Total Posts |
|---|---|---|
| Principal | Level-13 | 109 |
| PGT English | Level-11 | 8 |
| PGT Physics | Level-11 | 19 |
| PGT Chemistry | Level-11 | 21 |
| PGT Biology | Level-11 | 9 |
| PGT Mathematics | Level-11 | 30 |
| PGT Computer Science | Level-11 | 14 |
| TGT English | Level-10 | 150 |
| TGT Odia | Level-10 | 21 |
| TGT Hindi | Level-10 | 4 |
| TGT Sanskrit | Level-10 | 2 |
| TGT Mathematics | Level-10 | 72 |
| TGT Science | Level-10 | 40 |
| TGT Social Studies | Level-10 | 73 |
| Art Teacher | Level-10 | 88 |
| Physical Education Teacher (PET) | Level-9 | 83 |
| Computer Teacher | Level-9 | 72 |
| Total | 815 |
Horizontal reservations apply for Ex-Servicemen (15), Sports Persons (6) and PwD candidates (32) as per state policy. Vacancy numbers are provisional as per the notification.
Educational Qualification
| Post | Qualification |
|---|---|
| Principal | Master’s Degree with at least 45% aggregate marks + B.Ed. from an NCTE-recognised institution + minimum 7 to 10 years of relevant teaching/administrative experience in the prescribed levels |
| PGT (English, Physics, Chemistry, Biology, Mathematics) | Two-year Integrated Post Graduate Course or Master’s Degree in the concerned subject with 50% marks (45% for SC/ST/SEBC/PwD) + B.Ed. |
| PGT Computer Science | M.Sc. CS/IT, MCA, or M.E./M.Tech CS/IT with at least 50% aggregate marks (45% for reserved categories); B.Ed. not mandatory at entry |
| TGT (Odia, English, Mathematics, Science, Social Studies, Sanskrit, Hindi) | Four-year Integrated Degree or Bachelor’s Degree in the concerned subject with 50% marks (45% for reserved categories) + B.Ed.; OSSTET/OTET/CTET Paper-II pass is mandatory |
| Art Teacher | Bachelor’s Degree in Fine Arts / Visual Arts from a recognised university; ability to teach in Odia and English medium |
| Physical Education Teacher (PET) | Degree or Post Graduate Degree in Physical Education (B.P.Ed. / M.P.Ed.) from a recognised university |
| Computer Teacher | B.E./B.Tech (CS/IT), MCA, M.Sc. IT/CS, BCA, or B.Sc. CS with prescribed marks; competence to teach in Odia and English |
Candidates must be citizens of India. They must have passed MIL Odia up to Middle English (M.E.) standard; those who have not must pass the Odia examination conducted by the Board of Secondary Education, Odisha, within three years of joining. Candidates with Special B.Ed. or D.Ed. are not eligible for Principal, PGT and TGT posts.
Age Limit (as on 1 January 2026)
| Post | Minimum Age | Maximum Age |
|---|---|---|
| Principal | 32 years | 50 years |
| PGT, TGT and other teaching posts | 21 years | 42 years |
Age relaxation of 5 years applies to SC, ST, SEBC and women candidates, and 10 years to PwBD candidates. Eligible in-service teachers receive up to 5 years of age relaxation.
Application Fee
| Post Category | UR / SEBC Fee | SC / ST / PwD Fee |
|---|---|---|
| Principal Post | Rs. 2,000 | Rs. 1,250 |
| Teaching Posts (PGT, TGT, Art, PET, Computer) | Rs. 1,500 | Rs. 1,000 |
The fee must be paid online through SBI e-Pay using a debit card or net banking. Bank charges and service tax are additional, and the fee is non-refundable. Payment confirmation can take up to 48 hours, so candidates should not leave the payment to the last day.
Salary
The pay levels under the ORSP Rules, 2017 are: Principal — Pay Level-13; PGT posts — Pay Level-11; TGT posts and Art Teacher — Pay Level-10; PET and Computer Teacher — Pay Level-9. Appointees receive Dearness Allowance and other allowances as announced by OAVS and are governed by the New Pension Scheme (NPS), 2005. No rupee salary figure is given in the notification.
Selection Process and Exam Pattern
Selection is through a Computer Based Test (CBT) in bilingual medium (English and Odia), followed by an interview and, where applicable, a performance test. The merit weightage is 70% CBT + 30% interview for Principal, PGT, TGT and PET posts, and 50% CBT + 20% performance test + 30% interview for Art and Computer Teacher posts. Document verification of original credentials and NOC (for in-service employees) follows.
| Exam | Questions | Marks | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| Principal CBT | 180 questions | 180 marks | 180 minutes |
| PGT and TGT CBT | 200 questions | 200 marks | 200 minutes |
The Principal paper includes English and Odia (40 questions, qualifying) and General Knowledge, Reasoning, Computer, Pedagogy, Administration and Finance. The PGT and TGT papers include Language (40 questions, qualifying), Current Affairs and Reasoning (60 questions) and Subject Content and Methodology (100 questions). There is negative marking of 0.25 marks for every incorrect answer across all posts. The CBT date has not been announced yet.
Important Documents
- Educational qualification certificates (Bachelor’s/Master’s, B.Ed.)
- OSSTET/OTET/CTET Paper-II pass certificate (TGT posts only)
- Caste/category certificate (if applicable)
- Experience certificate (Principal post)
- Recent passport-size photograph (maximum 100 KB) and signature in JPG/JPEG format
- Valid Email ID and mobile number
- NOC for in-service employees
How to Apply Online
- Visit the official OAVS portal at www.oav.edu.in.
- Click on the “OAVS Recruitment 2026 Online Application” link.
- Register with a valid Email ID and mobile number.
- Log in using the received credentials and complete the personal and educational qualification details.
- Upload a recent passport-size photograph (maximum 100 KB) and signature in JPG/JPEG format.
- Pay the application fee online through SBI e-Pay.
- Submit the application form and download or print the system-generated application form for future reference.
Admit cards will be sent by email and published on oav.edu.in. For problems with the online form (OTP or payment), candidates can contact the OAVS office at (0674) 2302329 or 2300336.
Important Links
- Apply Online — OAVS Recruitment Portal
- Download Official Notification PDF — Advt. No. 1/2026
- OAVS Official Website
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Frequently Asked Questions
1. What is the last date to apply for OAVS Teacher Recruitment 2026?
Applications can be submitted online till 11 November 2026 up to 5:00 PM.
2. How many vacancies are there in OAVS Recruitment 2026?
There are 815 regular vacancies across 17 post categories, including 109 Principal, 101 PGT, 362 TGT, 88 Art Teacher, 83 PET and 72 Computer Teacher posts.
3. Where can I apply for OAVS Recruitment 2026?
Apply online only through the official portal at www.oav.edu.in.
4. What is the application fee for OAVS Recruitment 2026?
For the Principal post the fee is Rs. 2,000 (UR/SEBC) or Rs. 1,250 (SC/ST/PwD). For teaching posts it is Rs. 1,500 (UR/SEBC) or Rs. 1,000 (SC/ST/PwD), payable online through SBI e-Pay. The fee is non-refundable.
5. What is the age limit for OAVS Recruitment 2026?
As on 1 January 2026, the age limit is 32–50 years for Principal and 21–42 years for PGT, TGT and other teaching posts.
6. Is OSSTET/OTET/CTET mandatory for OAVS posts?
OSSTET/OTET/CTET Paper-II pass is mandatory only for TGT posts, not for Principal, PGT, Art Teacher, PET or Computer Teacher posts.
7. What is the selection process for OAVS Recruitment 2026?
A Computer Based Test (bilingual, English and Odia), followed by an interview and a performance test for Art and Computer Teacher posts, and then document verification.
8. Is there a service bond in OAVS Recruitment 2026?
Yes. Selected candidates must execute a bond to serve OAVS for a minimum period of two years from the date of joining.
Sources: OAVS Advertisement No. 1/2026 (detailed notification) — oav.edu.in; JagranJosh (10 November 2026); Testbook; JobReadyPortal. Read the official notification before applying.
Note: This is an Odisha state recruitment, not a Haryana or central government recruitment. The CBT date has not yet been officially announced.
Next Action: Apply online at oav.edu.in before 5 PM on 11 November 2026
