The Odisha Adarsha Vidyalaya Sangathan (OAVS) has published the examination syllabus and pattern for Principal, Post Graduate Teacher (PGT), Trained Graduate Teacher (TGT), Art Teacher, Physical Education Teacher, Computer Teacher and Librarian posts under Recruitment Advertisement No. 01/2026 (815 vacancies). The examination is a Computer Based Test (CBT). The Principal examination carries 180 marks over 180 minutes; PGT and TGT examinations carry 200 marks over 200 minutes. Negative marking of 0.25 marks applies to all posts.
Important Note
1. Part I (English + Odia Language Proficiency, 40 marks) is qualifying in nature. Candidates must score at least 5 out of 20 in English, 5 out of 20 in Odia and 13 out of 40 combined. Only candidates who meet these minimums are evaluated on Parts II, III and IV.
2. The detailed subject-wise syllabus PDFs for each PGT and TGT subject (Physics, Chemistry, Biology, Mathematics, Computer Science, English, Odia, Hindi, Sanskrit, Science, Social Studies) are available individually on oav.edu.in. Download the one for your specific subject.
3. There is no common syllabus for Part III across posts — the 100-mark subject content and methodology section is unique to each PGT / TGT subject. Do not prepare a generic subject section.
OAVS Teacher Syllabus 2026: Overview
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Organisation | Odisha Adarsha Vidyalaya Sangathan (OAVS) |
| Department | School and Mass Education Department, Government of Odisha |
| Advertisement No. | 01/2026 |
| Total Vacancies | 815 |
| Posts Covered | Principal, PGT, TGT, Art Teacher, PE Teacher, Computer Teacher, Librarian |
| Examination Mode | Computer Based Test (CBT) — Objective MCQ |
| Correct Answer | +1 mark |
| Negative Marking | −0.25 per wrong answer |
| Language Section | Qualifying (min. 5/20 English, 5/20 Odia, 13/40 combined) |
| Official Website | oav.edu.in |
OAVS Principal Exam Pattern 2026
| Part | Section | Questions | Marks |
|---|---|---|---|
| Part I | General English (20) + Odia Language (20) | 40 | 40 |
| Part II | General Awareness (10) + Logical Reasoning (10) + Computer Literacy (10) + Quantitative Aptitude (10) | 40 | 40 |
| Part III | Child Development and Pedagogy (10) + Perspectives in Education (10) + Teaching Methodology (10) | 30 | 30 |
| Part IV | Administration and Finance | 70 | 70 |
| Total | 180 | 180 |
Duration: 180 minutes.
Principal Syllabus — Key Sections
Part I (Language — Qualifying): General English grammar, comprehension, vocabulary and writing (20 marks). Odia language reading, comprehension and proficiency (20 marks). Minimum: 5/20 in each, 13/40 combined.
Part II (General Awareness and Aptitude): GK and contemporary issues covering India, Odisha and international developments; Logical Reasoning (series, coding, analogies, puzzles); Computer Literacy (hardware, software, internet, MS Office basics); Quantitative Aptitude (arithmetic, data interpretation).
Part III (Academic Knowledge): Child Development and Learning; Perspectives in Education, School Organisation and Administration; Teaching Methodology — approaches, instructional design and classroom practices.
Part IV (Administration and Finance): This section carries the highest weight (70 marks). It covers topics related to the administrative and financial responsibilities of a Principal at an Odisha Adarsha Vidyalaya. Download the detailed PDF from oav.edu.in for the prescribed topic list.
OAVS PGT Exam Pattern 2026
| Part | Section | Questions | Marks |
|---|---|---|---|
| Part I | English (20) + Odia (20) | 40 | 40 |
| Part II | Current Affairs (30) + Reasoning (30) | 60 | 60 |
| Part III | Subject Content and Methodology | 100 | 100 |
| Total | 200 | 200 |
Duration: 200 minutes.
PGT Subjects Covered
- PGT English
- PGT Physics
- PGT Chemistry
- PGT Biology
- PGT Mathematics
- PGT Computer Science
Each subject has a separate Part III syllabus. Download the relevant subject PDF from oav.edu.in.
OAVS TGT Exam Pattern 2026
| Part | Section | Questions | Marks |
|---|---|---|---|
| Part I | English (20) + Odia (20) | 40 | 40 |
| Part II | Current Affairs (30) + Reasoning (30) | 60 | 60 |
| Part III | Subject Content and Methodology | 100 | 100 |
| Total | 200 | 200 |
Duration: 200 minutes.
TGT Subjects Covered
| Subject | Part III Focus |
|---|---|
| TGT English | English Literature and Language Teaching Methodology |
| TGT Odia | Odia Language and Literature; Teaching Methodology |
| TGT Hindi | Hindi Language and Literature; Teaching Methodology |
| TGT Sanskrit | Sanskrit Language, Grammar and Teaching Methodology |
| TGT Mathematics | Core Mathematics up to Class 10 level and Teaching Methodology |
| TGT Science | Physics, Chemistry, Biology up to Class 10 and Teaching Methodology |
| TGT Social Studies | History, Geography, Civics, Economics up to Class 10 and Teaching Methodology |
OAVS Other Teaching Posts Exam Pattern 2026
Art Teacher, Physical Education Teacher, Computer Teacher and Librarian posts follow the same three-part pattern as PGT and TGT.
| Part | Section | Marks |
|---|---|---|
| Part I | English + Odia | 40 |
| Part II | Current Affairs + Reasoning | 60 |
| Part III | Subject Content and Methodology | 100 |
| Total | 200 |
Download the subject-specific Part III syllabus for your post from oav.edu.in.
Comparison: Principal vs PGT / TGT
| Feature | Principal | PGT / TGT / Other Posts |
|---|---|---|
| Total Questions | 180 | 200 |
| Total Marks | 180 | 200 |
| Duration | 180 minutes | 200 minutes |
| Language (Qualifying) | 40 marks | 40 marks |
| General Awareness / Reasoning | 40 marks | 60 marks |
| Academic / Subject Section | 30 marks | 100 marks |
| Administration and Finance | 70 marks | Not applicable |
| Negative Marking | 0.25 per wrong | 0.25 per wrong |
Qualifying Marks for Language Section (All Posts)
| Language | Minimum Marks | Maximum Marks |
|---|---|---|
| English | 5 | 20 |
| Odia | 5 | 20 |
| Combined Part I | 13 | 40 |
Candidates who do not meet all three conditions are not evaluated on the remaining sections.
Preparation Tips for OAVS 2026
- Clear the Part I qualifying section first — failing it disqualifies you regardless of your subject score.
- For PGT / TGT candidates, Part III (100 marks) is the primary differentiator. Download and cover the subject-specific PDF from oav.edu.in.
- Principal candidates must give strong attention to Administration and Finance (70 marks) — the largest single section.
- For Part II, practise current affairs from national and Odisha sources, and work through reasoning and GK questions regularly.
- Take timed mock tests matching the duration for your post (180 or 200 minutes).
- Practise with negative marking in mind — wrong answers cost 0.25 marks.
Important Links
| Description | Link |
|---|---|
| OAVS Principal Syllabus PDF | Click Here |
| OAVS PGT Subject-Wise Syllabus | Click Here |
| OAVS TGT Subject-Wise Syllabus | Click Here |
| OAVS Official Website | Click Here |
FAQs
What is the exam pattern for OAVS Principal 2026?
180 MCQs, 180 marks, 180 minutes. Four parts: Language (40), General Awareness and Aptitude (40), Academic Knowledge (30), Administration and Finance (70).
What is the exam pattern for OAVS PGT and TGT 2026?
200 MCQs, 200 marks, 200 minutes. Three parts: Language (40), Current Affairs and Reasoning (60), Subject Content and Methodology (100).
Is there negative marking?
Yes. 0.25 marks are deducted per wrong answer for all posts.
Is the language section qualifying?
Yes. Candidates must score at least 5/20 in English, 5/20 in Odia and 13/40 combined in Part I to be evaluated on the remaining sections.
Where can I download the OAVS syllabus PDF?
From oav.edu.in under the Recruitment / Invitation of Applications section for Advertisement No. 01/2026.
Which TGT subjects are covered?
English, Odia, Hindi, Sanskrit, Mathematics, Science and Social Studies.
Which PGT subjects are covered?
English, Physics, Chemistry, Biology, Mathematics and Computer Science.
Disclaimer
This article is based on OAVS Advertisement No. 01/2026 syllabus information published on oav.edu.in. Candidates must download and verify the official subject-wise syllabus PDFs from oav.edu.in before preparing. JobShouter is not associated with Odisha Adarsha Vidyalaya Sangathan. This article is for informational purposes only.
