⚠️ Objection Window Closes 17 October 2026 at Midnight – 5 Days Left
The Board of Secondary Education, Odisha (BSEO) has released the provisional answer key for the Odisha Secondary School Teacher Eligibility Test (OSSTET) 2026 under Notification No. 3007 (Exam. Conf-I) dated 9 October 2026. The OSSTET exam was held on 30 September 2026 in offline mode across Odisha. The provisional key is available subject-wise and set-wise on the official BSE Odisha portal. Candidates who find any answer in the key to be incorrect must raise their challenge online between 10 October 2026 at 11:00 AM and 17 October 2026 at midnight by paying Rs. 500 per response challenged. The objection window will not be extended.
Important Note
- This is a PROVISIONAL answer key – it is not the final key. The result will be prepared on the basis of the final answer key published after the Question Analysis Committee reviews all valid challenges.
- The objection deadline is 17 October 2026 at midnight. This date will not be extended – submit your challenge with fee payment before the deadline.
- The objection fee is Rs. 500 per response challenged – challenge only those answers you can support with valid justification and reference material.
Overview
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Exam Name | Odisha Secondary School Teacher Eligibility Test (OSSTET) 2026 |
| Conducting Body | Board of Secondary Education, Odisha (BSEO) |
| Notification No. | 3007 (Exam. Conf-I) dated 9 October 2026 |
| OSSTET Exam Date | 30 September 2026 |
| Exam Mode | Offline |
| Answer Key Status | Provisional – objection window open |
| Answer Key Type | Subject-wise and Set-wise PDF |
| Objection Window Opens | 10 October 2026 at 11:00 AM |
| Objection Window Closes | 17 October 2026 at midnight |
| Objection Fee | Rs. 500 per response challenged |
| Official Website | bseodisha.ac.in |
Important Dates
| Event | Date and Time |
|---|---|
| OSSTET 2026 Exam Held | 30 September 2026 |
| Notification No. 3007 Issued | 9 October 2026 |
| Provisional Answer Key Released | 10 October 2026 |
| Objection Window Opened | 10 October 2026 at 11:00 AM |
| Objection Window Closes | 17 October 2026 at midnight |
| Final Answer Key | To be published after Committee review |
| OSSTET Result | To be published on the basis of final answer key |
Subjects Covered in the OSSTET Answer Key 2026
The provisional answer key is available subject-wise and set-wise. The following subject groups are covered:
| Subject Group | Details |
|---|---|
| TGT Science – PCM | Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics group |
| TGT Science – CBZ | Chemistry, Botany, Zoology group |
| Arts | Arts subject group |
| Hindi | Hindi language |
| Classical Languages | Urdu, Telugu and Sanskrit |
| Physical Education | Physical Education subject |
Candidates must download the key for their own specific subject and question paper set. Cross-checking against a different subject or set will produce incorrect comparisons.
OSSTET Exam Pattern
The marking scheme (marks per correct answer and negative marking, if any) is not mentioned in the official notice reviewed. Candidates must verify the marking scheme from the original OSSTET 2026 notification on bseodisha.ac.in before calculating their estimated score from the provisional key.
How to Download OSSTET Answer Key 2026 PDF
- Visit the official BSE Odisha OSSTET portal using the link in the Important Links table below.
- Find the Provisional Answer Key link for OSSTET 2026 on the homepage.
- Select your subject and question paper set.
- The answer key PDF will open on your screen.
- Download the PDF and save it for reference.
- Cross-check your responses against the key for your set only.
How to Raise an Objection Against the OSSTET Answer Key 2026
The objection facility is available online from 10 October 2026 at 11:00 AM to 17 October 2026 at midnight. Each challenge requires a fee of Rs. 500 per response challenged.
- Visit the official BSE Odisha OSSTET portal using the link below.
- Open the Answer Key Challenge (Objection) link for OSSTET 2026.
- Log in with your credentials.
- Select the question number you wish to challenge.
- Enter the answer you believe is correct along with supporting justification and reference documents.
- Pay Rs. 500 for each response you are challenging through the online payment facility.
- Submit the challenge form before midnight on 17 October 2026.
- Save a copy of the submitted challenge form and payment confirmation for your records.
What Happens After the Objections Are Submitted
- A Question Analysis Committee constituted by BSEO will examine all valid challenges submitted within the window.
- After the Committee’s review, BSEO will publish the final answer key.
- The OSSTET 2026 result will be prepared and declared on the basis of the final answer key – not the provisional key.
- The Committee’s decision on each challenged response is final and binding on all candidates.
Important Instructions for Candidates
- Download only the answer key for your own subject and question paper set – checking against a different set will give wrong results.
- Challenge only those answers you can support with valid justification and standard reference material. The fee of Rs. 500 per response is non-refundable if the challenge is rejected.
- The objection deadline of 17 October 2026 at midnight is final and will not be extended. Submit all challenges and pay all fees within this window.
- Keep copies of the submitted challenge form and payment receipt for future reference.
- After the objection window closes, check bseodisha.ac.in for the final answer key and the result date.
- The marking scheme is not mentioned in the official notice – confirm it from the original OSSTET 2026 notification before estimating your score.
Important Links
| Description | Link |
|---|---|
| OSSTET Answer Key 2026 – Download and Raise Objection (Official Portal) | Click Here |
| BSE Odisha Official Website | Click Here |
FAQs
Is the OSSTET Answer Key 2026 out?
Yes. The Board of Secondary Education, Odisha has released the provisional OSSTET Answer Key 2026 for the exam held on 30 September 2026. It is available subject-wise and set-wise on the official BSE Odisha portal.
Is this the final OSSTET Answer Key 2026?
No. This is a provisional answer key. The final answer key will be published after the Question Analysis Committee reviews all valid objections submitted during the challenge window. The result will be based on the final key.
What is the last date to challenge the OSSTET Answer Key 2026?
The objection window closes on 17 October 2026 at midnight. This deadline will not be extended. Both the challenge submission and the fee payment must be completed before this time.
What is the fee to challenge the OSSTET Answer Key 2026?
The fee is Rs. 500 per response challenged. The fee is paid online at the time of submitting the objection.
How many subjects does the OSSTET Answer Key 2026 cover?
The provisional answer key covers TGT Science (PCM), TGT Science (CBZ), Arts, Hindi, Classical Languages (Urdu, Telugu and Sanskrit) and Physical Education.
When will the OSSTET 2026 result be declared?
The result date is not mentioned in the official notice. The result will be prepared on the basis of the final answer key published after the Question Analysis Committee reviews the objections. Candidates should check bseodisha.ac.in for updates.
What is the marking scheme for OSSTET 2026?
The marking scheme is not mentioned in the official answer key notice reviewed. Candidates must check the original OSSTET 2026 notification on bseodisha.ac.in for details on marks per question and negative marking, if any.
Disclaimer
The information in this article is based on the official OSSTET 2026 provisional answer key notification Notification No. 3007 (Exam. Conf-I) dated 9 October 2026 published by the Board of Secondary Education, Odisha on bseodisha.ac.in. The marking scheme and result date are not mentioned in the notice reviewed – candidates must verify these from the original OSSTET 2026 notification and from bseodisha.ac.in. The objection deadline of 17 October 2026 at midnight is as stated in the official notice. JobShouter is not associated with the Board of Secondary Education, Odisha. This article is for informational purposes only.
