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The OAVS Recruitment 2026 notification invites online applications from Odisha Adarsha Vidyalaya Sangathan (OAVS) for 1,749 Principal and Teaching posts across the Odisha Adarsha Vidyalayas. The OAVS Recruitment is a major teaching opportunity under the School & Mass Education Department, Government of Odisha, filled through direct recruitment. This page gives you the complete details — vacancies, eligibility, selection process, exam pattern, syllabus and previous papers — all in one place.The selection is done through a Computer Based Test (CBT) followed by an interview. Because competition is high, smart, syllabus-based preparation is essential. Read the full OAVS Recruitment details below, apply on time through oav.edu.in, and start your preparation today.

OAVS Recruitment 2026 Details

Here is a complete snapshot of the OAVS Recruitment 2026 before you apply online:

OAVS Vacancy Details (Post-Wise)

Here is the category-wise vacancy breakdown for the OAVS Recruitment 2026:

OAVS Eligibility & Qualification 2026

Here is the post-wise educational qualification required for the OAVS Recruitment 2026:

OAVS Selection Procedure 2026

The OAVS Recruitment selection is done through a Computer Based Test (CBT) followed by an interview. Here is the post-wise breakup:

OAVS Exam Pattern 2026

Principal Exam Pattern (Total 180)

For the Principal post, Parts II, III and IV are evaluated only if the candidate qualifies Part-I with a minimum of 5 marks each in English and Odia and 13 marks in aggregate. The final merit uses a weighted scheme of 70% test (Parts II, III, IV) and 30% interview.

TGT, PGT, PET & Computer Teacher Pattern (Total 200)

For these posts, Parts II and III are evaluated only if the candidate qualifies Part-I with a minimum of 5 marks each in English and Odia and 13 marks in aggregate. The final merit uses a weighted scheme of 70% test (Parts II, III) and 30% interview. There is 0.25 negative marking for each wrong answer. The exam centres are located in Anugul, Balasore, Bargarh, Baripada, Behrampur, Bhubaneswar, Cuttack, Dhenkanal, Jharsuguda, Rourkela and Sambalpur.

OAVS Previous Year Question Papers

Download the OAVS previous year question papers below to boost your OAVS Recruitment preparation:

👉 Download All Odisha 63,000 PYQ Combo

OAVS Recruitment: FAQs

1. How can I apply for OAVS Recruitment 2026?

You can apply online for OAVS Recruitment through the official website oav.edu.in during the application window.

2. How many vacancies are there in OAVS Recruitment 2026?

There are 1,749 Principal and Teaching vacancies in this OAVS Recruitment.

3. What is the OAVS selection process?

The selection is through a Computer Based Test (CBT) followed by an interview, with the final merit based on a 70:30 test-to-interview weightage.

4. Is there negative marking in the OAVS exam?

Yes. There is 0.25 negative marking for each wrong answer.

5. What is the salary for OAVS posts?

The basic salary is 67,700/- for Principal and 44,900/- for other teaching posts, plus allowances.

6. What is the age limit for OAVS Recruitment?

For Principal it is 32-50 years and for other teachers 21-32 years (with relaxation for SC/ST/Women/PWD candidates).

7. What is the qualification needed for OAVS teaching posts?

PGT posts need PG + B.Ed, TGT posts need a relevant Bachelor’s degree + B.Ed, and Principal needs PG (45%) + B.Ed + experience.

8. How is the OAVS exam qualified?

Candidates must secure a minimum of 5 marks each in English and Odia and 13 marks in aggregate in Part-I to have the remaining parts evaluated.

9. Where are the OAVS exam centres located?

Exam centres are in Anugul, Balasore, Bargarh, Baripada, Behrampur, Bhubaneswar, Cuttack, Dhenkanal, Jharsuguda, Rourkela and Sambalpur.

10. Where can I download OAVS previous year papers?

You can download the OAVS previous year question papers from the table above on this page.

Conclusion

This complete OAVS Recruitment 2026 resource gives you the full vacancy details, eligibility, selection procedure, exam pattern and previous year papers for the Odisha Adarsha Vidyalaya Sangathan teaching exam. Bookmark this page, apply online in time through oav.edu.in, download the 63,000 PYQ combo, and start a focused study plan today. Keep visiting Techofworld for the latest OAVS Recruitment updates and take one step closer to your dream teaching job!