Odisha D.El.Ed Entrance Exam, commonly named as the Odisha CT Entrance Exam, is a state-level examination which is conducted by the State Council of Educational Research and Training (SCERT), Odisha. The purpose of the test is to select candidates for Teacher Training (CT) and D.El.Ed courses. This entrance test is mandatory for admission into the 2-year Diploma in Elementary Education (D.El.Ed) course.
Odisha CT Entrance Exam 2026- Highlights
Candidates who want to build a career in primary teaching in Odisha have a good opportunity to apply online for Odisha CT Entrance Exam 2026. The official notification along with the complete exam will be released in May 2026. Check complete exam details from the table below.
| Odisha CT Entrance Exam 2026- Overview | |
| Conducting Body | State Council of Educational Research and Training (SCERT), Odisha. |
| Exam Name | Odisha D.El.Ed Entrance, Odisha CT Entrance, or SCERT Odisha D.El.Ed. |
| Mode of Application | Online |
| Duration of Course | 2 years |
| Eligibility | 10+2 with a minimum of 50% marks (45% for SC/ST candidates). |
| No. of Seats | 6500+ |
| Official website | https://scert.samsodisha.gov.in |
CT Entrance Exam 2026- Important Dates
All the important dates related to the Odisha CT Entrance Exam 2026 will be released along with the detailed Notification PDF. We will be updating the complete schedule of the events going to take place under the CT Entrance Exam in the table below once it is officially released.
| Events | Dates |
| Notification Release Date | May 2026 |
| Apply Online Starts | May 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | June 2026 |
| Last Date to Pay | June 2026 |
| Admit Card Release Date | June 2026 |
| Exam Date | June/ July 2026 |
Odisha CT Entrance Exam Eligibility Criteria 2026
Candidates applying for the Odisha D.El.Ed Entrance, Odisha CT Entrance, or SCERT Odisha D.El.Ed. must meet the eligibility requirements. If candidates fail to fulfill the eligibility, their application form will be rejected at any stage of the application process.
Educational Qualification
Candidates must have passed +2 or equivalent examination in any stream (Arts/ Science/Commerce / Diploma Engineering) with minimum 50% marks for the General category and 45% marks for SC/ST/PwD candidates.
Odisha CT Entrance Exam 2026 Application Fee
The application fee for Odisha CT Entrance Exam 2026 varies for each category. Candidates must pay the application fee before the last date to avoid last-minute rush. The application fee can be paid online through debit/credit card or challan mode.
| Category | Application Fee |
| General | Rs. 500/- |
| OBC/ SEBC | Rs. 500/- |
| SC/ ST /PwD | Rs. 300/- |
Odisha CT Entrance Exam Pattern 2026
Candidates appearing for the Odisha CT Entrance Exam must be aware of the exam pattern to know the topics asked in the exam, total number. of questions, total marks and other details.
| Subjects | Total Questions | Total Marks |
| General English | 30 | 30 |
| General Knowledge | 30 | 30 |
| Reasoning/ Teaching Aptitude | 30 | 30 |
| Total | 90 | 90 |
