OSSTET Answer Key 2026: Key Details and Download Process
The Odisha Secondary School Teacher Eligibility Test (OSSTET) Answer Key for 2026 is set to be published shortly after the successful conduction of the examination. The Board of Secondary Education (BSE), Odisha, will host the answer key on its official information portal at bseodisha.nic.in. Candidates who appear for the OSSTET exam on the scheduled date of January 20, 2026, will be able to access the answer key PDF to approximate their likely scores and assess their performance.
Release Timeline and Important Deadlines
BSE Odisha will first release a provisional answer key following the OSSTET examination. Applicants will have a specified window to raise objections against this provisional key by submitting valid supporting evidence and paying a challenge fee. After reviewing all objections, the board will publish the final OSSTET answer key, which will be used to prepare the official results.
- OSSTET Exam Date 2026: 20th January 2026
- OSSTET Answer Key Release: February 2026
How to Download the OSSTET Answer Key 2026
Candidates can download the OSSTET Answer Key 2026 by visiting the official BSE Odisha website or using a direct link that will be activated upon release. The process involves simple steps:
- Navigate to the official site at bseodisha.nic.in.
- Locate the link labeled "OSSTET Answer Key 2026 Paper I" or "OSSTET Answer Key 2026 Paper II" on the homepage.
- Click on the relevant link to open a new page displaying the answer key in PDF format.
- Download the PDF and compare it with your response sheet to calculate your tentative score.
Challenging the Provisional Answer Key
If candidates identify discrepancies in the provisional OSSTET Answer Key, they can file objections within the stipulated time. The procedure includes logging into the official OSSTET portal with your Email ID and Password, selecting the challenge option for the question paper, paying the challenge fee online, and submitting supporting documents along with the generated DU Number.
Marking Scheme and Score Calculation
The OSSTET exam consists of Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs), with each paper containing 150 questions worth 150 marks. Each correct answer awards 1 mark, and there is no negative marking for incorrect or unanswered questions. To calculate tentative scores, use the formula: Tentative Score = Number of correct answers × 1.
What to Expect After the Answer Key Release
Once the final answer key is published, BSE Odisha will announce the OSSTET Result 2026 and cut-off marks on its official website. Qualified candidates will receive the OSSTET eligibility certificate, paving the way for further career opportunities in teaching.
