OSSTET Previous Year Question Paper with Solution : Pdf Download

Candidates are able to download the OSSTET Previous Year Question Paper in PDF format from these articles. The OSSTET Previous Year Question Paper can be used as a mock test to better prepare for the exam.

OSSTET Previous Year Question Paper

 

OSSTET Previous Year Question Paper: The Odisha Secondary School Teacher Eligibility Test (OSSTET) is a state-level examination conducted by the Board of Secondary Education, Odisha (BSEO).

The examination is divided into two categories: Paper-I for candidates intending to teach classes I to VIII (Category-A), and Paper-II for those aiming to teach classes IX to XII (Category-B) in government and private schools.

Paper-I covers subjects like Child Development and Pedagogy, Language I (Odia/Urdu), Language II (English), Mathematics, and Environmental Studies.

Paper-II includes topics such as Child Development and Pedagogy, Language I (Odia/Urdu), Language II (English), and specific subjects chosen by the candidates, including Mathematics and Science, Social Studies, or other optional subjects.

OSSTET Previous Year Question Paper Pdf

Download the OSSTET question paper from the previous year by clicking the link below.

                            OSSTET Previous Year Question Paper with Answer Key
Queation PaperDownload Link 
OSSTET PYQ – 2022 ( ARTS, CBZ, PCM)Click here
OSSTET PYQ – 2021 (ARTS)Click here
OSSTET PYQ – 2021 (PCM)Click here
OSSTET PYQ – 2019Click here
OSSTET PYQ – 2018Click here
OSSTET PYQ – 2016Click here

OSSTET Exam Pattern 

The OSTET Selection Process will be conducted in three phases,which are:

  • Phase 1: Written Examination
  • Phase 2: Interview
  • Phase 3: Document Verification

OSSTET Exam : Overview

Exam NameThe Odisha Secondary School Teacher Eligibility Test (OSSTET) Examination.
Conducting BodyBoard of Secondary Education, Odisha (BSEO).
Stages of ExamWritten examination, an interview, and document verification.
Mode of the examinationThe exam is conducted offline in a pen-and-paper format.
Number of PapersTwo Papers: Paper 1 for various teaching posts and Paper 2 specifically for physical education teachers.
SectionsPaper 1: 4 sections, including:

  • Language I (Odia)
  • Language II (English)
  • Respective Subjects (based on the post applied for)
  • Child Development, Pedagogy, and School Management.

Paper 2- 4 sections, including:

  • Language I (Odia)
  • Language II (English)
  • Physical Education
  • Child Development, Pedagogy, and School Management
Question TypeMultiple-choice questions (MCQs).
Duration of examEach paper lasts 2.5 hours (150 minutes).
Total QuestionsEach papers consist of 150 multiple-choice questions (MCQs).
Total MarksEach papers consist of 150 marks.
Negative MarkingNo
Marking Scheme
  • +1 marks for each correct answer (Applies to MCQ papers only).
  • There’s no negative marking for incorrect answers.
Exam LanguagesThe medium of the exam is Odia and English.
Official websitehttp://www.bseodisha.ac.in/

OSSTET Exam Question Paper Pattern

Candidates can learn more about the OSSTET TGT Science Exam Question Paper Pattern by looking at the table below.

SL. NO.Subject Maximum Question   Maximum Marks   Time allotted
1Language-I (Odia)20202.5 hours
2Language-II (English)2020
3Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry6060
4Child Development, Pedagogy, School Management & Evaluation5050
Total150150

 

Candidates can learn more about the OSSTET TGT PCM/ CBZ Exam Question Paper Pattern by looking at the table below.

SL. NO.Subject Maximum Question   Maximum Marks   Time allotted
1Language-I (Odia)20202.5 hours
2Language-II (English)2020
3Chemistry, Botany, Zoology6060
4Child Development, Pedagogy, School Management & Evaluation5050
Total150150

Candidates can learn more about the OSSTET TGT Arts Exam Question Paper Pattern by looking at the table below.

SL. NO.Subject Maximum Question   Maximum Marks   Time allotted
1Language-I (Odia)20202.5 hours
2Language-II (English)2020
3Geography & Economics, History & Political Science, English6060
4Child Development, Pedagogy, School Management & Evaluation5050
Total150150

Candidates can learn more about the OSSTET Exam Question Paper Pattern for Urdu/Telugu/Sanskrit/Hindi by looking at the table below.

SL. NO.Subject Maximum Question   Maximum Marks   Time allotted
1Language-I (Odia)20202.5 hours
2Language-II (English)2020
3Hindi/Telegu/ Urdu/Sanskrit6060
4Child Development, Pedagogy, School Management & Evaluation5050
Total150150

FAQs

Q1. Where can I find the OSSTET question paper from the previous year?

Ans. The OSSTET’s previous year’s question paper is available in PDF format above.

Q2. Is it helpful to practice the OSSTET’s previous year’s question paper?

Ans. Yes, practicing previous-year question papers will help you understand the pattern followed by the OSSTET in terms of difficulty level.

Q3. How difficult were the previous year’s OSSTET exams?

Ans. The difficulty level of the OSSTET Previous Year Exams was easy to moderate.

For any other OSSTET-related information, visit the official site:bseodisha.ac.in

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