The State Council of Educational Research and Training is going to conduct the Odisha D.El.Ed Entrance Examination for admission into the Diploma in Elementary Education (D.El.Ed) course (General, Urdu, Telugu & Santhali). Candidates preparing for the exam must thoroughly understand the Odisha CT Deled Syllabus 2026 and exam pattern to plan their preparation effectively. 

Odisha CT Deled Syllabus and Exam Pattern 2026

Candidates who are planning to appear for Odisha CT Deled should first understand the complete syllabus and exam pattern before beginning their preparation. Knowing the syllabus helps candidates identify important topics, the marking scheme, the total number of questions, total marks etc.

Odisha CT Entrance Exam 2026- Overview
Exam NameOdisha D.El.Ed Entrance, Odisha CT Entrance, or SCERT Odisha D.El.Ed.
Duration of Course2 years
Mode of ExamOnline Computer-Based 
Type of QuestionObjective-type MCQ-based
Odisha CT Deled Entrance Exam 2026August 2026 (Expected)
Total Question90
Total Marks90
Negative Marking0.25 mark

Odisha CT Deled Entrance Exam Pattern 2026

  • Odisha Online Computer-Based Test is divided into Two Sections consisting of objective-type multiple-choice (MCQ) questions.
  • Section I will be held for 30 marks, and Section II will be held for 60 marks.
  • The total time duration of the exam is 90 minutes.
  • There is negative marking; 0.25 marks shall be deducted for a wrong answer.

Odisha DELED Exam Pattern 2026 for Section I

Subject Total QuestionsTotal Marks
Language (English) 1010
Education and General Awareness 0505
Reasoning 0505
Teaching Aptitude 1010
Total3030

Odisha DELED Exam Pattern 2026 for Section II

TopicsTotal QuestionsTotal Marks
Odia Language (Odia Script) /
 Telugu Language (Telugu Script) / 
Urdu Language (Urdu Script) /
 Santali Language (Olchiki Script) 
1515
Mathematics (Bi-lingual: Both Odia &
English)
1515
Social Science (Bi-lingual: Both Odia &
English) 
1515
Science (Bi-lingual: Both Odia & English)1515
Total6060

Odisha CT Deled Syllabus 2026

It is important to have a clear idea about the Odisha CT Deled Syllabus and channelise your efforts in the right direction. It also familiarises you with the topics that might be asked in the exam and the important topics.

Odisha CT Deled Syllabus 2026 for Section I

The Odisha CT Deled Syllabus includes questions from the topics of Language (English), Education & General Awareness, Reasoning, and Teaching Aptitude. 

Subject Topics
Language (English)
  • Comprehension
  • Vocabulary & Usage
Education & General Awareness
  • Everyday science
  • Political system and its evolution
  • General information
  • Educational Commissions & Committees
  • New Educational Initiatives
  • Educational Organizations
Reasoning Logical and Analytical Reasoning 
Teaching Aptitude
  • Solving the problem of the educational context
  • Managing the classroom and learning
  • Learner and learning-related issues
  • Goals of education
  • Role of various agencies and organizations in the Verbthe management of education
  • Issues related to teaching-learning strategies

Odisha CT Deled Syllabus 2026 for Section II

Candidates can check subject-wise topics asked in the Odisha CT Deled exam from the table below. 

Subject Topics
Odia/Telugu/
Urdu/Santhali 
  • Dhwani and Sabda
  • Parts of speech (Noun, Adjective, verb)
  • Derivation of words
  • Formation of words (Using prefix and suffix), (Synonyms and Antonyms)
  • Idioms
Mathematics 
 
  • HCF and LCM
  • Square and square root
  • Percentage and its application (profit and loss, simple and
    compound interest)
  • Ratio and Proportion
  • Linear algebraic equations and their solutions
  • Set- its elements, operations on sets
  • Basic Geometrical Concepts
  • Geometry of Triangles, quadrilaterals and circles
Social Science 
  • Stone age, Vedic age, medieval age
  • Stages of freedom movement in India
  • Indian Constitution- features
  • Governance system in India- Local Self Government, State
    Government, Central Government
  • Earth and its structure, Latitude and longitude
  • Climate and Atmosphere
  • Conservation of Natural Resources and Environmental
    preservation and protection
Science 
  • Different states and characteristics of matter
  • Chemical reaction
  • Force, energy and motion
  • Plant cells and animal cells
  • Structure and adaptation in plants
  • Micro organisms

Odisha CT Deled Preparation Tips

Preparing for the Odisha CT Deled Exam 2026 requires a clear strategy and regular practice. 

  • Candidates must thoroughly review the latest syllabus and exam pattern
  • Create a study plan, prepare a realistic timetable, and follow it consistently
  • Practice past question papers to recognize exam trends and important areas
  • Take regular mock tests to improve speed, accuracy, and time management skills
  • Go over important topics regularly to strengthen retention
  • Practice typing daily to increase speed and accuracy for the typing test
  • Keep track of current affairs, particularly news related to the exam 
FAQs

Yes, there is 0.25 negative marking in Odisha CT Deled Exam.

Odisha CT Deled Exam will be conducted in online computer based mode.

The time duration of Odisha CT Deled Exam 2026 is 90 minutes.

There are 2 section in exam. Section I will be held for 30 marks, and Section II will be held for 60 marks.

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