The Board of Secondary Education, Odisha (BSE Odisha) released the admit card for the Odisha Secondary School Teacher Eligibility Test (OSSTET) 2026 on 21 September 2026 on its official website. The examination is scheduled for 30 September 2026. Candidates can download the OSSTET Admit Card 2026 through the direct login link: OSSTET Admit Card 2026 download.
Candidates need their registered mobile number, OSSTET application ID, paper and password to log in and download the admit card. No separate exam city intimation slip has been mentioned for this test. The exam will be held offline, in pen and paper mode, in a single shift from 9:00 AM to 11:30 AM, at centres across Odisha. Candidates should check all details in the article below.
Information verified from the official BSE Odisha OSSTET notification dated 1 August 2026 and the admit card released on 21 September 2026. Last verified: 22 September 2026.
BSE Odisha released the OSSTET admit card on 21 September 2026 at bseodisha.nic.in. The examination will be held on 30 September 2026, in a single shift from 9:00 AM to 11:30 AM. Candidates can download the admit card using their registered mobile number, application ID, paper and password.
Quick summary of OSSTET Admit Card 2026
| Particular | Detail |
|---|---|
| Organisation | Board of Secondary Education, Odisha (BSE Odisha) |
| Exam Name | Odisha Secondary School Teacher Eligibility Test (OSSTET) 2026 |
| Notice / Advt No. | Not mentioned in the official notice |
| Admit Card Release Date | 21 September 2026 |
| Exam Date | 30 September 2026 |
| Number of Shifts | 1 (single shift) |
| Reporting Time | 45 to 60 minutes before the exam start time* |
| City Slip Released | Not applicable, not mentioned |
| Region-wise Release | No |
| Official Website | bseodisha.nic.in / bseodisha.ac.in |
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How to download the admit card
Candidates registered for OSSTET 2026 can download the admit card in these steps:
- Go to the official BSE Odisha website, bseodisha.ac.in or bseodisha.nic.in.
- Find the “Latest Update” section on the homepage.
- Click the link for the OSSTET 2026 admit card download.
- Enter the registered mobile number.
- Enter the application ID, paper and password.
- Click submit.
- Check the admit card that appears on screen against the application form.
- Download it and take a clear printout.
Candidates can also use the direct login link: OSSTET Admit Card Direct Download Link 2026.
Forgotten application ID or password
- Go to the official website, bseodisha.ac.in.
- Click “Forgot Password” or “Forgot Application ID” on the login page.
- Enter the registered mobile number or email ID.
- Verify the OTP or reset link sent to the registered contact.
- Set a new password and log in again to download the admit card.
This retrieval process is added context, not part of the official notice. Confirm the exact steps on the official website.
Candidates should print a clear copy of the admit card and keep a spare, since exam centres usually refuse a phone screen. This is added context, not part of the official notice.
Exam date and shift timings
| Date | Shift | Exam Timing | Reporting Time |
|---|---|---|---|
| 30 September 2026 | Single shift | 9:00 AM to 11:30 AM | 45 to 60 minutes before 9:00 AM* |
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Details to check on your admit card
Candidates should check the following details as soon as the admit card downloads: name, photograph, application ID, paper (Paper I or Paper II), exam date, reporting time and exam centre address. This checklist is added context, not part of the official notice.
The official notice does not give a correction or grievance route for admit card errors. Candidates who find an error should contact BSE Odisha directly through the official website. This is added context, not part of the official notice.
Documents to carry
- Printed copy of the OSSTET admit card (mandatory for entry)
- A valid photo ID proof
- Any other document mentioned on the admit card
- Pen or pencil, if specified on the admit card
Prohibited items and exam centre rules
Mobile phones, smartwatches, calculators, Bluetooth devices, books, notes and other study material are not allowed inside the exam hall. Candidates must use only the ballpoint pen given by the invigilator to mark answers on the OMR sheet, and must sign the hall ticket in front of the invigilator.
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Important links
| Resource | Link |
|---|---|
| OSSTET Admit Card 2026 (direct download) | Download admit card |
| BSE Odisha official website | bseodisha.nic.in |
| More admit card releases | Admit Card category |
| Latest government job updates | Latest Jobs |
| Exam preparation resources | Syllabus category |

FAQs
When will the OSSTET admit card 2026 be released?
BSE Odisha released the OSSTET admit card on 21 September 2026, ahead of the exam on 30 September 2026. Candidates can download it from the official website using their application ID and password.
How can I download the OSSTET admit card 2026?
Candidates can download the admit card through the direct login link or through the official website, bseodisha.nic.in, using their registered mobile number, application ID, paper and password.
What is the reporting time for the OSSTET exam 2026?
The official notice does not state an exact reporting time. The admit card itself will show the reporting time for each candidate’s centre. As general guidance, candidates are usually asked to reach 45 to 60 minutes before the 9:00 AM start.
What items are banned inside the OSSTET exam hall?
Mobile phones, smartwatches, calculators, Bluetooth devices, books, notes and other study material are not allowed inside the exam hall. Candidates must use only the pen given by the invigilator to mark the OMR sheet.

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