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OAVS (Odisha Adarsha Vidyalaya Sangathan) has released Advertisement No. 1/2026 for direct recruitment to 815 regular posts including Principal, PGT, TGT, Art Teacher, Physical Education Teacher and Computer Teacher. Applications are accepted online from 12-10-2026 to 11-11-2026 (5:00 PM). Post-wise qualifications range from Bachelor’s and Master’s degrees to professional qualifications and B.Ed.; selection involves a Computer Based Test, Interview and Performance Test where applicable. Job location: anywhere in Odisha. Pay is given as ORSP pay levels with applicable allowances and pension coverage under NPS 2005.
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Vacancy Details
- Principal: 109 vacancies
Qualification: Master’s Degree with at least 45% aggregate, B.Ed. (NCTE prescribed) and required administrative/teaching experience via any one of the notified routes (analogous post, vice-principal/assistant education officer route, PGT/Lecturer with 7 years, or combined TGT+PGT service). - PGT English: 8 vacancies
Qualification: 2-year Integrated PG or Master’s Degree in English with at least 50% marks (45% for SC/ST/SEBC/PwD) plus B.Ed. - PGT Physics: 19 vacancies
Qualification: 2-year Integrated PG or Master’s Degree in Physics/Electronics/Applied Physics/Nuclear Physics with required marks plus B.Ed. - PGT Chemistry: 21 vacancies
Qualification: 2-year Integrated PG or Master’s Degree in Chemistry/Biochemistry with required marks plus B.Ed. - PGT Biology: 9 vacancies
Qualification: 2-year Integrated PG or Master’s Degree in Botany/Zoology/Life Sciences/Bioscience/Genetics/Microbiology/Biotechnology/Molecular Biology/Plant Physiology with required marks plus B.Ed.; subject to prescribed Graduation-level Botany and Zoology condition. - PGT Mathematics: 30 vacancies
Qualification: 2-year Integrated PG or Master’s Degree in Mathematics/Applied Mathematics with required marks plus B.Ed. - PGT Computer Science: 14 vacancies
Qualification: M.Sc. (Computer Science/IT) or MCA or M.E./M.Tech in Computer Science/IT with at least 50% (45% for SC/ST/SEBC/PwD); proficiency in Odia and English; B.Ed. or equivalent required for subsequent promotion. - TGT English: 150 vacancies
Qualification: 4-year Integrated degree or Bachelor’s degree with English as elective/main for at least 3 years and prescribed marks plus B.Ed./3-year integrated B.A. B.Ed. and OSSTET/OTET/CTET Paper-II as applicable. - TGT Odia: 21 vacancies
Qualification: 4-year Integrated degree or Bachelor’s degree with Odia as elective/main for at least 3 years and prescribed marks plus B.Ed./3-year integrated B.A. B.Ed. and OSSTET/OTET/CTET Paper-II as applicable. - TGT Hindi: 4 vacancies
Qualification: BA with Hindi and prescribed Hindi teacher-training qualification or specified equivalent plus B.Ed./OSSTET/OTET/CTET Paper-II as applicable. - TGT Sanskrit: 2 vacancies
Qualification: BA with Sanskrit (Honours/Pass/Elective/Major/Special) or prescribed Shastri route with Sikshya Shastri plus B.Ed./OSSTET/OTET/CTET Paper-II as applicable. - TGT Mathematics: 72 vacancies
Qualification: B.Sc. with prescribed Mathematics marks and any two of Physics/Chemistry/Computer Science/Computer Application/Statistics/Electronics or prescribed B.Tech/B.E. combination plus B.Ed./OSSTET/OTET/CTET Paper-II as applicable. - TGT Science: 40 vacancies
Qualification: Bachelor degree in Science with any three of Botany/Zoology/Chemistry/Biotechnology/Life Science plus B.Ed./OSSTET/OTET/CTET Paper-II as applicable. - TGT Social Studies: 73 vacancies
Qualification: Prescribed combination from History, Geography, Political Science, Economics, Indian Polity, Indian Economy, Indian Geography and Landmark in Indian History plus B.Ed./OSSTET/OTET/CTET Paper-II as applicable. - Art Teacher: 88 vacancies
Qualification: Bachelor’s Degree in Fine Arts/Visual Arts from a recognized University with prescribed aggregate marks and proficiency to teach in Odia and English medium. - Physical Education Teacher: 83 vacancies
Qualification: Degree/Postgraduate in Physical Education such as B.P.Ed./M.P.Ed. from a recognized University/Institution with prescribed percentage and proficiency in Odia and English medium. - Computer Teacher: 72 vacancies
Qualification: One of: B.E./B.Tech (Computer Science/IT), MCA, M.Sc. (IT/Computer Science), DOEACC/NIELIT ‘B’ Level, BCA or B.Sc. Computer Science; competence to teach through English and Odia medium required.
Qualification Requirements
Post-wise qualifications as prescribed: Principal requires a Master’s degree (minimum 45% aggregate), B.Ed. and specified administrative/teaching experience (various notified routes). PGTs require a 2-year integrated PG course or Master’s degree in the concerned subject (50% or 45% for reserved categories) plus B.Ed. TGTs require a 4-year integrated degree or Bachelor’s in the concerned subjects with prescribed marks plus B.Ed./3-year integrated B.A. B.Ed. and OSSTET/OTET/CTET Paper-II. Art Teacher requires a Bachelor’s in Fine/Visual Arts. PET requires B.P.Ed./M.P.Ed. Computer Teacher requires one of: B.E./B.Tech (CS/IT), MCA, M.Sc. (CS/IT), DOEACC/NIELIT ‘B’ Level, BCA or B.Sc. (Computer Science). Proficiency to teach in Odia and English medium where prescribed.
Age Limits
- Minimum Age: 21 years
- Maximum Age: 50 years
Application Fees
- Principal – UR / SEBC: ₹2000
- Principal – SC / ST / PwD: ₹1250
- Teaching Posts – UR / SEBC: ₹1500
- Teaching Posts – SC / ST / PwD: ₹1000
Selection Process
- Computer Based Test (CBT): Selection begins with a CBT. Question paper is bilingual (English and Odia). There is negative marking of 0.25 for each incorrect answer. CBT structure and marks vary by post (Principal CBT 180 questions/180 marks; TGT/PGT/PET/other posts have 200 questions/200 marks or as specified).
- Performance Test (where applicable): For posts that require practical demonstration (Art Teacher, Computer Teacher, etc.), a Performance Test is applied and carries specified marks (e.g., Performance Test 20 marks for Art/Computer Teacher).
- Interview: Interview is conducted after CBT (and Performance Test where applicable). Interview marks vary by post (e.g., Principal 60 marks; TGT/PGT/PET/others 40 marks or 20 marks as specified). Final merit uses prescribed weightages between CBT, Performance Test and Interview.
How to Apply
- Visit the official OAVS website at https://www.oav.edu.in/.
- Open the OAVS Recruitment 2026 online application link.
- Read the application instructions carefully.
- Accept the terms and conditions and click the Start button.
- Sign up using a valid email ID and mobile number.
- Use the password and login credentials sent to the registered email/mobile.
- Login again and complete personal details.
- Fill educational and qualification details.
- Upload the required photograph and signature (JPG/JPEG, max 100 KB each).
- Pay the applicable fee through SBI e-Pay.
- Complete and submit the online registration.
- Download and retain the system-generated application form with the unique registration number.
- Keep the system-generated fee receipt safely for future verification.
- Do not send application form or supporting documents to OAVS by post or by hand.
Important Links
- Apply Online – OAVS Recruitment 2026
- Official Detailed Notification PDF
- Short Notification PDF (OAV site)
- Official Website – OAVS
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Important Dates
- Online Registration Start Date:
- Last Date for Online Registration:
- CBT Date:
- Interview / Performance Test Date:
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the eligibility/qualification criteria for these OAVS posts?
Qualifications are post-wise: Principal requires a Master’s degree (min 45%) plus B.Ed. and specified administrative/teaching experience. PGTs require a relevant Master’s (or integrated PG) with B.Ed.; TGTs require specified Bachelor’s/Integrated degree plus B.Ed. and OSSTET/OTET/CTET Paper-II as applicable. Other posts have prescribed professional qualifications as listed in the notification.
How do I apply for OAVS Recruitment 2026?
Eligible candidates must apply online through the OAVS website (https://www.oav.edu.in/) via the OAVS Recruitment 2026 online application link. Follow the online steps: sign up, fill details, upload photo/signature, pay fee via SBI e-Pay and submit the form.
What is the last date to apply for these posts?
The online application starts on 12-10-2026 and the last date for online registration is 11-11-2026 (5:00 PM).
What is the selection process for recruitment?
Selection is based on a Computer Based Test (CBT), Interview and Performance Test where applicable. The CBT is bilingual (English and Odia) and has negative marking of 0.25 for each wrong answer; final merit uses specified weightages between CBT, Performance Test and Interview.
What is the salary or pay scale for these posts?
The notification specifies ORSP pay levels rather than rupee-wise salaries: Principal Pay Level-13; PGT Pay Level-11; TGT and Art Teacher Pay Level-10; PET and Computer Teacher Pay Level-9. Regular employees will also receive DA and other allowances and will be covered under NPS 2005.
