Odisha Adarsha Vidyalaya Sangathan (OAVS), under the School & Mass Education
Department, Government of Odisha, has announced 815 vacancies for Principal and Teacher (PGT, TGT, Art Teacher, Physical Education Teacher, and Computer Teacher) posts. The online application process for OAVS Recruitment 2026 has started on 12 October 2026 at the official website https://oav.edu.in/. Interested candidates must read the full article for details on the post, eligibility, age, application fee, selection procedure, and more.
OAVS Notification 2026 Out
The detailed OAVS Teacher Notification 2026 PDF under Advt. No. 01/2026 has been released on the official website https://oav.edu.in/. Candidates interested in applying for Principal and Teacher posts must refer to the advertisement for details on registration dates, eligibility, the application process, the exam pattern, and other information.
OAVS Recruitment 2026- Highlights
Candidates to be recruited under OAVS Recruitment are based on thier performance in the Computer Based Test (CBT), Interview, and Performance Test.
| OAVS Recruitment 2026- Highlights | |
| Organisation Name | Odisha Adarsha Vidyalaya Sangathan (OAVS) |
| Department Name | School & Mass Education Department, Government of Odisha |
| Post Name | Principals and Teachers |
| Vacancies | 815 |
| Advt. No | 01/2026 |
| Registration Dates | 12 October to 11 November 2026 |
| Mode of Application | Online |
| Selection Process | Computer-Based Test (CBT), Interview, and Performance Test |
| Official Website | https://oav.edu.in/ |
OAVS Teacher Recruitment 2026- Important Dates
The online registration dates for OAVS Teacher Recruitment 2026 have been released from 12 October to 11 November 2026. Candidates must keep this in mind to avoid missing any deadlines.
| Events | Dates |
| OAVS Notification | 12 October 2026 |
| Apply Online Starts | 12 October 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply Online | 11 November 2026 |
OAVS Teacher Vacancy 2026
Odisha Adarsha Vidyalaya Sangathan (OAVS) aims to fill a total of 815 vacancies for the posts of Principals and Teachers in Odisha Adarsha Vidyalayas (OAVs) and Odisha Mining Adarsha Vidyalayas (OMAVs).
| Post Name | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Principal | 105 |
| PGT English | 8 |
| PGT Physics | 19 |
| PGT Chemistry | 21 |
| PGT Biology | 9 |
| PGT Mathematics | 30 |
| PGT Computer Science | 14 |
| TGT English | 140 |
| TGT Odia | 17 |
| TGT Mathematics | 63 |
| TGT Science | 36 |
| TGT Social Studies | 65 |
| Art Teacher | 87 |
| P.E.T | 60 |
| Computer Teacher | 70 |
| Total | 815 |

Eligibility Criteria for OAVS Teacher Recruitment 2026
Only the candidates who fulfil the required eligibility criteria are eligible to apply for OAVS Recruitment 2026 for Principal and Teacher posts. Eligibility will be determined by the candidates’ educational qualifications and age limit as on 01/01/2026.
For Principal
- Candidates must have passed a Master’s degree from a recognized University with at least 45% marks in aggregate
- Have passed B.Ed. (a course prescribed by NCTE) from an institution recognized by NCTE and affiliated to a recognized University
- Age Limit – 32 to 50 years
For PGT (Post Graduate Teacher)
- Candidates must have passed a two-year Integrated Post Graduate Course with at least 50% marks in aggregate (45% for SC/ST/PH/ SEBC candidates) in the concerned subjects; (OR)
- Master’s degree from a recognized University with at least 50% marks in aggregate (45% for SC/ST/ SEBC/PH candidates) in any of the following subjects (AND)
- Must have completed a Bachelor’s Degree in Education (a course prescribed by NCTE) from an Institution recognized by NCTE and affiliated to a recognized University.
- Age Limit – 21 to 42 years
For TGT (Trained Graduate Teacher)
- Candidates must have passed a four-year integrated Degree course in the concerned subject from any Institution recognized by NCTE with at least 50% marks in aggregate (45% for SC/ST/PH/SEBC candidates);
- Must possess a Bachelor’s degree in Arts & Science in the concerned subjects with 50% in aggregate (45% for SC/ST/PH/SEBC candidates) along with a degree in Bachelor in Education/ 3 years integrated B.A B.Ed(a course prescribed by the NCTE) with 50% in aggregate (45% for SC/ST/PH/SEBC candidates) from an Institution recognized by the NCTE and affiliated to a recognized University.
- Proficiency in teaching in both Odia and English medium.
- Desirable – Knowledge of Computer Applications
- Age Limit – 21 to 42 years
For Art Teacher
- Candidates must have passed a Bachelor’s degree in Fine Arts/Visual Arts from a recognized University.
- Proficiency to teach in Odia& English medium.
- Desirable: Knowledge of computer applications.
- Age Limit – 21 to 42 years
For Physical Education Teacher
- Bachelor’s degree in the concerned subjects with 50% in aggregate (45% for SC/ST/SEBC/PwD candidates)
- Degree/Post Graduate Degree in Physical Education i.e. B.P.Ed./M.P.Ed. (a course prescribed by NCTE) from a recognized University/Institution.
- Proficiency to teach in Odia & English medium.
- Desirable: Knowledge of Computer Application.
- Age Limit – 21 to 42 years
For Computer Teacher
- Bachelor’s degree in the concerned subjects with 50% in aggregate (45% for SC/ST/SEBC/PwD candidates)
- Candidates must have passed B.E./B. Tech in Computer Science or I.T./MCA/M.Sc. I.T/ M.Sc. Computer Science from a recognized University (OR)
- Passed ‘B’ Level of DOEACC / NIELIT in Computer Science from a recognized University (OR)
- Have passed B.C.A/B.Sc. in Computer Science from a recognized University.
- Competence to teach through English &Odia medium
- Age Limit – 21 to 42 years
OAVS Teacher Application Form 2026
Odisha Adarsha Vidyalaya Sangathan (OAVS) has started accepting the application form for OAVS Recruitment 2026 on the official website https://oav.edu.in/. Interested and eligible candidates can apply online through the OAVS official website or the direct link shared here. It is advised to fill all the details carefully in the application form to avoid rejection.
How to Apply for OAVS Recruitment 2026?
OAVS Teacher application form will be submitted online via the official OAVS website.
The candidates can apply by following the below-mentioned steps once the link for the application is activated:
- Candidates have to visit the official OAVS website: www.oav.edu.in.
- On the official website, the candidates can open the latest recruitment notification/application link for Advertisement No. 01/2026.
- The candidates must provide the necessary personal and contact details and complete their registration process.
- The candidates must fill the application form by providing the below-mentioned details:
Name
Date of birth
Contact details
Educational qualifications
Subject/post preference
Category details
Experience details, wherever required - Candidates must upload the photograph, signature, and other documents in the stipulated size and format by OAVS.
- The candidates must pay the application fee through the available online payment method, if applicable.
- After the successful submission of the application, the candidates must download and save the copies of the filled application form and the payment receipt for future reference.
Documents Required for OAVS Teacher Application
The candidates must have the below-mentioned documents ready before applying:
- Recent passport-size photograph
- Scanned signature
- Aadhaar/valid identity proof
- Class 10 certificate
- Graduation marksheets/certificate
- Postgraduation certificate, where applicable
- B.Ed./B.P.Ed./other professional qualification certificate
- Category certificate, if applicable
- PwD certificate, if applicable
- Experience certificate, wherever required
- Other documents mentioned in the official notification
OAVS Teacher Application Fee 2026
To complete the OAVS Teacher Application Form 2026, candidates must have to pay an application fee as per their category.
| Category | Principal | Teacher |
| UR & SEBC | Rs. 2000/- | Rs. 1500/- |
| SC, ST & PwD | Rs. 1250/- | Rs. 1000/- |
What is the Selection Process for the OAVS Teacher Recruitment 2026?
OAVS Teacher selection process comprises the following stages. It is to assess the performance of the candidates who appeared in the exam.
- Computer-Based Test (CBT)
- Interview / Document Verification
- Performance Test
| Post Name | Selection Stage | Final Merit List |
| Principal | CBT – 180 marks Interview – 60 marks |
Parts II, III, IV and Interview (40+30+70+60=200) |
| TGT | CBT – 200 marks Interview – 40 marks |
Part- II, III and Interview (70 % and 30%) |
| PGT | CBT – 200 marks Interview – 40 marks |
Part- II, III and Interview (70 % and 30%) |
| Physical Education Teacher | CBT – 200 marks Interview – 40 marks |
Part- II, III and Interview (70 % and 30%) |
| Art Teacher and Computer Teacher | CBT – 200 marks Performance Test – 20 Interview – 20 marks |
Part- II, III, Performance and Interview (50 %, 20% and 30%) |
OAVS Teacher Exam Pattern 2026
Candidates pllaning to appear for the OAVS Teacher Recruitment Examination must be well known the exam pattern to know the topics asked in the exam, marking scheme, and other details.
| Particulars | Details |
| Mode of Exam | Computer-Based Examination |
| Type of Questions | Objective Type Multiple Choice Questions |
| Total Questions | Principal – 180 Others – 200 |
| Total Marks | Principal – 180 Others – 200 |
| Exam Duration | Principal – 3 hours Others – 3 hours 20 minutes |
| Negative Marking | 0.25 marks |
For Principal Posts
| Part | Topics | Total Question | Total Marks |
| Part I | Language Proficiency Test in General English | 20 | 20 |
| Language Proficiency Test in Odia | 20 | 20 | |
| Part II | General knowledge & Contemporary issues | 10 | 10 |
| Logical Reasoning | 10 | 10 | |
| Computer Literacy | 10 | 10 | |
| Quantitative Aptitude Test | 10 | 10 | |
| Part III | Child Development and Pedagogy | 10 | 10 |
| Perspectives in Education and School Organization | 10 | 10 | |
| Teaching Methodology | 10 | 10 | |
| Part IV | Administration and Finance | 70 | 70 |
| Total | 180 | 180 | |
For TGT, PGT, Art Teacher, PET, and Computer Teacher Posts
| Part | Topics | Total Question | Total Marks |
| Part I | English | 20 | 20 |
| Urdu | 20 | 20 | |
| Part II | Current Affairs | 30 | 30 |
| Reasoning | 30 | 30 | |
| Part II | Subject content and Methodology | 100 | 100 |
| Total | 200 | 200 | |
OAVS Teacher Salary Structure 2026
Selected candidates under OAVS Teacher Vacancy 2026 receive attractive salary packages under the 7th Pay Commission. The salary will be offered depending on the post, along with various allowances and perks.
| Post | Salary (per month) |
|---|---|
| Principal | Rs. 67,700/- |
| PGT | Rs. 47,600/- |
| Art Teacher | Rs. 44,900/- |
| P.E.T. | Rs. 35,400/- |
| Computer Teacher | Rs. 35,400/- |
OAVS Exam Centre List
OAVS Exam will be conducted at various exam centres throughout the state. Check the exam city name here.
- Balasore
- Bargarh
- Baripada
- Berhampur
- Bhadrak
- Bolangir
- Bhubaneswar
- Cuttack
- Dhenkanal
- Rourkela
- Sambalpur








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