The Odisha Staff Selection Commission (OSSC) has recently released a detailed advertisement for the recruitment of 6025 posts of Leave Training Reserve (LTR) teachers in government secondary schools under the School & Mass Education (S&ME) Department of Odisha. The LTR recruitment includes various teaching positions in arts, science, languages, and physical education. This recruitment offers a great opportunity for aspirants looking to build a career in the education sector. In this article, we will provide a complete guide on the OSSC LTR syllabus, exam pattern, salary, age limit, and other essential details. Additionally, we will include preparation strategies and recommend the best books to ace the exam.
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The salary structure for the OSSC LTR posts varies depending on the subject and group of the posts. Below is the salary information for different categories:
| Post Name | Group of Post | Scale of Pay (as per 7th Pay Commission) |
| TGT (ARTS, PCM, CBZ) | Group-B | ₹35,400 per month (Level 9 of ORSP, 2017) |
| Hindi, Sanskrit, Urdu, Telugu Teacher | Group-B | ₹35,400 per month (Level 9 of ORSP, 2017) |
| PET | Group-C | ₹29,200 per month (Level 8 of ORSP, 2017) |
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The selection process for the OSSC LTR recruitment involves a preliminary exam, a main exam, and certificate verification. The preliminary exam is qualifying in nature, and its marks will not be considered for merit ranking. Here’s the exam pattern:
| Type of Exam | No. of Questions | Marks Allotted | Type of Questions | Remarks |
| Preliminary Examination (MCQ) | 100 | 100 | MCQ | Qualifying nature, negative marking of 0.25 for wrong answers |
The preliminary exam will cover general topics that test the candidate’s knowledge and aptitude. The OSSC LTR syllabus includes:
| Subject | Number of Questions | Marks |
| General Studies (Indian Constitution, History of India & Odisha, Geography, Environment) | 30 | 30 |
| Arithmetic (10th standard) | 20 | 20 |
| Logical Reasoning and Analytical Ability | 20 | 20 |
| Computer/Internet Awareness | 20 | 20 |
| Current Events (National/International) | 10 | 10 |
Candidates who qualify for the preliminary exam will appear for the main written examination. The pattern for the main exam is different for each subject: (OSSC LTR Syllabus)
| Post Name | Subjects | Type of Questions | Number of Questions | Full Marks | Level | Medium |
| Arts | History, Political Science, Geography, Economics, English, Pedagogy, Odia | MCQ | 150 | 150 | Graduation | English/Odia |
| PCM | Physics, Chemistry, Math, Pedagogy | MCQ | 150 | 150 | Graduation | English/Odia |
| CBZ | Chemistry, Botany, Zoology, Pedagogy | MCQ | 150 | 150 | Graduation | English/Odia |
| Hindi, Sanskrit, Urdu, Telugu Teacher | Language subjects, Pedagogy | MCQ | 150 | 150 | Graduation | English/ Hindi/ Devnagari/ Odia/ Telugu |
| PET | Physical Education, Pedagogy | MCQ | 150 | 150 | Graduation | English/Odia |
Below is the detailed syllabus for the main examination for different teaching posts:
| Post Name | Subjects | Topics |
| Arts | History | Great Rulers of Ancient India, Development of Art and Architecture during Maurya Age, Gupta Age and Kushana Age, Development of Literature and Science in Ancient India, Administration during Delhi Sultanate, Mughal Architecture and Painting, Rise of British Power in India (1757-1856), Growth of Indian Nationalism (1857-1905), Indian National Movement (1905-1947), First World War and Russian Revolution, Second World War – Causes and Consequences (OSSC LTR Syllabus) |
| Political Science | Salient Features of Indian Constitution, Preamble, Fundamental Rights, Directive Principles of State Policy, Fundamental Duties, Union Government, State Government, Local Governance, Electoral Process and Election Commission, India’s Foreign Policy, United Nations, Socialism, Liberalism, Democracy, Authoritarianism, Welfare State, Globalization, Kautilya, Raja Ram Mohan Roy, Bal Gangadhar Tilak, Swami Vivekananda, Mahatma Gandhi, Nehru, B.R. Ambedkar | |
| Geography | Physical Geography of India, Resources with Special Reference to India, Physical Geography, Globe and Maps | |
| Economics | Indian Economy, Current Challenges of Indian Economy, Economic Development, Money and Banking | |
| English | Comprehension, Grammar and Usage, Speaking, Teaching of English (OSSC LTR Syllabus) | |
| Pedagogy | Learning Process/Pedagogy, Understanding the Learning Process, Organizing Learning, Addressing Classroom Diversity, Assessing the Learner/Performance (Evaluation), Assessment and Evaluation, Assessment and Learning, Test Construction | |
| Odia | Passage, Novel & Writer, Krudanta, Tadhita, Bakya, Ashudhi, Sandhi, Karaka, Bibhakti, Samas, Rudhi, Chhanda, Eka Padikarana, Poem |
| Post Name | Subjects | Topics |
| TGT PCM | Physics | Motion, Gravitation, Properties of Matter, Sound, Optics, Electrostatics, Current Electricity, Electromagnetic Induction |
| Chemistry | Basic Concepts, States of Matter, Structure of Atom, Classification and Elements and Periodicity in Properties, Chemical Bonding and Molecular Structure, Chemical Reactions, Chemical Equilibria and Ionic Equilibria, General Principles of Extraction of Metals, Some Basic Principles of Organic Chemistry, Hydrocarbons (OSSC LTR Syllabus) | |
| Mathematics | Set Theory and its Application, Relations and Functions, Number System, Quadratic & Linear Equations, Calculus of One Variable, Sequence and Series, Coordinate Geometry, Analytical Solid Geometry, Probability, Statistics, Trigonometry, Mensuration | |
| Pedagogy | Learning Process/Pedagogy, Understanding the Learning Process, Organizing Learning, Addressing Classroom Diversity, Assessing the Learner/Performance (Evaluation), Assessment and Evaluation, Assessment and Learning, Test Construction |
| Post Name | Subjects | Topics |
| TGT CBZ | Chemistry | Basic Concepts, States of Matter, Structure of Atom, Classification and Elements and Periodicity in Properties, Chemical Bonding and Molecular Structure, Chemical Reactions, Chemical Equilibria and Ionic Equilibria, General Principles of Extraction of Metals, Some Basic Principles of Organic Chemistry, Hydrocarbons |
| Botany | lant Diversity and Conservation, Tissue System, Photosynthesis, Growth in Plants, Reproduction in Plants, Mendelism, Plant Diseases and Control Measures (OSSC LTR Syllabus) | |
| Zoology | Taxonomy, Cytology, Genetics, Evolution, Ecology, Nutrition, Respiration, Circulation, Excretion, Control and Coordination, Reproduction and Development | |
| Pedagogy | Learning Process/Pedagogy, Understanding the Learning Process, Organizing Learning, Addressing Classroom Diversity, Assessing the Learner/Performance (Evaluation), Assessment and Evaluation, Assessment and Learning, Test Construction |
| Subject | Book Title | Author/Publication |
| General Studies | Lucent’s General Knowledge | Lucent Publications |
| Manorama Yearbook | Malayala Manorama | |
| Arithmetic | Quantitative Aptitude | R.S. Aggarwal |
| Fast Track Objective Arithmetic | Rajesh Verma | |
| Pedagogy & Evaluation | Child Development and Pedagogy | Disha Publications |
| Teaching Aptitude and Pedagogy | Arihant Publications | |
| Language Proficiency | Hindi Vyakaran | Lucent Publications |
| Sanskrit Vyakaran | R.D. Sharma | |
| Science (Physics, Chemistry, Biology) | NCERT Textbooks (Class 11th & 12th) | NCERT |
| Objective Physics | D.C. Pandey |
To excel in the OSSC LTR exam, you need a well-structured study plan that covers the syllabus effectively and provides enough practice. Here’s how you can prepare: