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OAVS Principal and Teacher Recruitment 2026: Apply Online for 815 Teaching Posts, Syllabus & Pay Scale

Advt No: Advt. No. 01/2026

Total Vacancies

815 Posts

Eligibility

ANY POST GRADUATE

Salary Range

44,900 - ₹2,09,200

Last Date to Apply

11 November 2026

About this Recruitment

Odisha Adarsha Vidyalaya Sangathan (OAVS), under the School and Mass Education Department, Government of Odisha, has released Advertisement No. 01/2026 on 23 September 2026 for the direct recruitment of 815 Principals and Teachers across Odisha Adarsha Vidyalayas (OAVs) and Odisha Mining Adarsha Vidyalayas (OMAVs). Vacancies are available for Principal (85 posts), PGT (260 posts), TGT (310 posts), Art/Music Teachers (60 posts), PET (55 posts), and Computer Teachers (45 posts). Applicants must have passed Odia up to Matriculation standard and hold relevant Master's or Bachelor's degrees with B.Ed / OSSTET / CTET qualifications. The posts offer prestigious regular state government scales from Pay Level 10 (₹44,900) up to Pay Level 12 (₹56,100 - ₹2,09,200). Online registration is open from 12 October 2026 to 11 November 2026 (5:00 PM) at oav.edu.in.

✨ Copilot Highlights

  • OAVS releases recruitment notice for 815 Principals and Teachers under Advt. No. 01/2026 on 23 September 2026
  • Post breakdown: Principal (85), PGT (260), TGT (310), Art/Music (60), PET (55), and Computer Teacher (45)
  • Remuneration: Attractive 7th CPC state pay scales from Level 10 (₹44,900) up to Level 12 (₹2,09,200) with full state benefits
  • Mandatory Language Criterion: Ability to speak, read, and write Odia with Odia passed as a subject at the HSC/10th standard
  • Age Limit: 32 to 50 years for Principal; 21 to 38 years for Teaching cadres as on 1 January 2026 (5 years relaxation for SC/ST/SEBC/Women)
  • Selection Process: Computer Based Test (CBT), Interview for Principal & Teachers, and Performance Test for Special Teachers
  • Negative Marking: 0.25 marks penalty per incorrect answer in CBT
  • Important Dates: Online application window active from 12 October 2026 to 11 November 2026 (up to 5:00 PM)

Important Dates

1

Notification Released

23 September 2026

2

Application Start Date

12 October 2026

3

Last Date to Apply

11 November 2026

Vacancy Breakdown

Post NameVacanciesEligibility
Principal (Pay Level 12)85 ANY POST GRADUATE
Post Graduate Teacher - PGT (English, Physics, Chemistry, Biology, Mathematics, Commerce)260 ANY POST GRADUATE
Trained Graduate Teacher - TGT (English, Mathematics, Science, Social Studies, Odia, Sanskrit)310 B ED M ED TET
Art Teacher / Music Teacher60 ANY GRADUATE
Physical Education Teacher (PET - Male & Female)55 ANY GRADUATE
Computer Teacher45 BCA

Age Limit & Eligibility

Minimum Age

21 Years

Maximum Age

50 Years

* Age calculated as on 1 January 2026

Age Relaxations:

SC, ST, SEBC & Women Candidates of Odisha: +5 Years
Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD): +10 Years
Ex-Servicemen Candidates: +5 Years

⚡ Am I Eligible? (Instant Age & Cut-off Verifier)

Select your DOB and category (Calculated as on 1 January 2026)

Educational Eligibility: ANY POST GRADUATE, B ED M ED TET, B SC, B A, BCA, B TECH BE
Compensation & 7th CPC Structure

Pay Scale & In-Hand Salary Structure

Pay Level / Grade: Pay Level 10 (₹44,900) for TGT, Pay Level 11 (₹47,600) for PGT, and Pay Level 12 (₹56,100 - ₹2,09,200) for Principal under ORSP Rules

Official Pay Scale

₹44,900 - ₹2,09,200

Monthly Allowances & Earnings
Basic Pay44,900
Dearness Allowance (DA)50% of Basic Pay (~₹22,450 - ₹28,050 per month)
House Rent Allowance (HRA)9% to 18% of Basic Pay (~₹4,041 - ₹10,098 per month)
Transport Allowance (TA)State School Education Conveyance Allowance (~₹1,800 per month)
Other AllowancesMedical Allowance, Model School Composite Teaching Allowance
Standard Deductions
NPS (10%) / PF / HealthNPS (10% of Basic + DA ~₹6,735), Professional Tax (~₹200)
Gross Salary₹73,191 - ₹96,048 / month

Estimated In-Hand Salary

₹66,200 - ₹89,000 / month

Scheme of Examination

Exam Pattern & Detailed Syllabus

Download Official Syllabus PDF

Stage 1: Computer Based Test (CBT - Common & Subject Sections)

Exam Mode: Online Computer Based Test (CBT)

180 Minutes
Total Marks: 180
Negative Marking: 0.25 marks deducted for each incorrect response
Subject / SectionNo. of QuestionsMax MarksDuration
Part I: Language Proficiency (General English & General Odia)404040 min
Part II: Current Affairs, Reasoning & Quantitative Aptitude303030 min
Part III: Educational Pedagogy, Child Development & School Management303030 min
Part IV: Subject Knowledge (Respective Teaching Discipline)808080 min

Key Subject-Wise Syllabus Topics

Language Proficiency & Pedagogy (Part I & III)

General English: Comprehension, vocabulary, grammar, voice and narration, sentence correctionGeneral Odia: Odia grammar, vocabulary, idioms and phrases, comprehension of unseen passagesChild Development and Pedagogy: Educational psychology, curriculum design, learning theories, inclusive educationSchool Management, Leadership, NEP 2020 perspectives, evaluation and continuous assessment

Subject Disciplines (Part IV)

For PGT: Post-graduate level depth in English, Physics, Chemistry, Biology, Mathematics, or CommerceFor TGT: Graduation level syllabus conforming to NCERT/BSE Odisha standards in relevant disciplinesFor Computer Teacher: Data structures, database management systems, programming in Python/C++, computer networks, web technologiesFor PET: Physical fitness, anatomy and physiology, rules of major sports, health education and first aid
Application Guide

How to Apply Online: Step-by-Step Guide

Keep all required documents, scanned photograph, and signature ready before starting the form.

1

Visit the official recruitment portal of OAVS at https://oav.edu.in.

2

Click on 'Recruitment 2026' and read the detailed instructions of Advt. No. 01/2026 carefully.

3

Click on 'Online Registration' and provide your name, mobile number, email address, and Aadhaar number to generate login credentials.

4

Log in and fill in personal details, educational qualifications (10th with Odia, Graduation, Post Graduation, B.Ed, OSSTET/CTET).

5

Select your applying post (Principal, PGT, TGT, PET, Art, Music, or Computer Teacher).

6

Upload scanned copies of recent passport size photograph, signature, and educational certificates.

7

Pay the prescribed application fee through the online payment gateway using Net Banking, Debit/Credit Card, or UPI.

8

Preview the complete application form, submit the final application before 11 November 2026 (5:00 PM), and save the confirmation PDF.

Documents Required & Upload Specifications

Scanned Color Passport Photograph

20 KB to 50 KB, JPG/JPEG format, light background

Scanned Candidate Signature

10 KB to 20 KB, JPG/JPEG format in black ink

HSC / 10th Certificate & Marksheet

Proof of date of birth and proof of passing Odia language

Graduation / Post Graduation Degree & Marksheets

In relevant discipline from a UGC recognized university

B.Ed / NCTE Recognition Certificate

Proof of teacher training from an NCTE recognized institution

OSSTET / CTET Qualified Certificate (for TGT posts)

Valid Paper-II qualification certificate

Caste / Residence Certificate (SC/ST/SEBC/PwD)

Issued by competent Odisha Revenue Authority

Application Fee

Principal Post: UR & SEBC Candidates₹2000
Principal Post: SC, ST & PwD Candidates₹1250
Teaching Posts (PGT, TGT, Art, Music, PET, Computer Teacher): UR & SEBC Candidates₹1500
Teaching Posts (PGT, TGT, Art, Music, PET, Computer Teacher): SC, ST & PwD Candidates₹1000

Payment Modes: Net Banking, Debit Cards (Visa / MasterCard / RuPay), Credit Cards, UPI (Unified Payments Interface)

Selection Process

1
Stage 1: Computer Based Test (CBT) consisting of Multiple Choice Questions with 0.25 marks penalty per wrong answer
2
Stage 2: Performance Test / Practical Skill Evaluation (specifically conducted for Art, Music, PET, and Computer Teacher posts)
3
Stage 3: Personal Interview (evaluating pedagogical depth, administrative leadership for Principal posts, and subject communication)
4
Stage 4: Document Verification (Verification of Odia language proficiency at Matric standard, Degrees, B.Ed, OSSTET / CTET passes)
5
Stage 5: Final Composite Merit List generation followed by Medical Examination and District Posting across OAVs & OMAVs in Odisha

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the total number of vacancies in OAVS Recruitment 2026?

A total of 815 vacancies have been advertised under Advt. No. 01/2026 for Principal (85), PGT (260), TGT (310), Art & Music Teachers (60), PET (55), and Computer Teachers (45).

What is the educational qualification for OAVS Principal and Teacher posts?

Principal posts require a Master's degree with at least 45% marks, B.Ed, and teaching/administrative experience. PGT requires a Master's degree in the concerned subject with 50% marks and B.Ed. TGT requires a Bachelor's degree with 50% marks, B.Ed, and OSSTET/CTET qualification. Odia language proficiency at Matric level is mandatory for all posts.

What is the pay scale for OAVS teachers and principals?

Principals are appointed in Pay Level 12 (entry basic ₹56,100), PGTs in Pay Level 11 (entry basic ₹47,600), and TGTs in Pay Level 10 (entry basic ₹44,900) under Odisha Revised Scales of Pay with state DA and allowances.

What is the age limit for OAVS Recruitment 2026?

For Principal posts, candidates must be between 32 and 50 years of age. For all teaching posts, candidates must be between 21 and 38 years of age as on 1 January 2026. Upper age relaxation of 5 years is applicable for SC, ST, SEBC, and Women candidates of Odisha.

What is the application fee for OAVS Recruitment?

For Principal posts, the fee is ₹2,000 for UR/SEBC and ₹1,250 for SC/ST/PwD. For all Teaching posts, the fee is ₹1,500 for UR/SEBC and ₹1,000 for SC/ST/PwD candidates.

What is the selection process for OAVS 2026?

The selection consists of an online Computer Based Test (CBT) followed by an Interview (for Principal and teaching posts) and a Practical Performance Test (for PET, Computer, Music, and Art teachers), followed by Document Verification.

Salary Range

44,900 - ₹2,09,200

Total Vacancies

815 Posts

Last Date to Apply

11 November 2026

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