This massive recruitment drive invites applications for Trained Graduate Teacher (TGT), Post Graduate Teacher (PGT), Art Teacher, Music Teacher, and Physical Education Teacher (PET) posts – all on a contractual basis across every district of Odisha. Whether you're a fresh graduate or a retired educator looking for a meaningful comeback, this is your chance to shape young minds and secure a rewarding job.
🚨 Why This Recruitment is a Big Deal
Here’s why the 2025 OAVS teacher recruitment has become the talk of the town:
🧾 Detailed Post-Wise Eligibility Criteria
🧑🏫 Post Graduate Teacher (PGT)
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Two-Year Integrated PG Program with 50% marks (45% for SC/ST/PH/SEBC)OR
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Master’s Degree with 50% marks (45% for reserved categories)
👩🏫 Trained Graduate Teacher (TGT)
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Four-Year Integrated Degree from NCTE-approved institution with 50% marksOR
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Bachelor's Degree in Arts/Science with 50% marks + B.Ed.
🎨 Art Teacher
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Bachelor’s Degree in Fine Arts or Visual Arts from a recognized university
🎶 Music Teacher
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Bachelor’s Degree in Music/Fine Arts from a recognized university
🏃♂️ Physical Education Teacher (PET)
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B.P.Ed. or M.P.Ed. degree as per NCTE guidelines
🎯 Age Limit (as on 01 January 2025)
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Minimum Age: 21 years
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Maximum Age: 65 years (Yes, retired professionals can apply!)
💰 Salary Details – Monthly Pay for All Positions
Post | Monthly Salary |
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PGT | ₹25,000 |
TGT | ₹20,000 |
Art Teacher | ₹20,000 |
Music Teacher | ₹20,000 |
PET | ₹20,000 |
Note: These are fixed consolidated salaries. No DA or HRA will be paid.
📌 Selection Process – No Exams, Just Merit!
Forget the stress of long competitive exams. Here’s how selection happens:
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Shortlisting based on academic merit and relevant experience
Personal Interview – Showcase your teaching abilities and subject knowledge
🗂️ How to Apply – District-Wise Process
Each district in Odisha has released its own notification outlining subject-wise vacancies, eligibility conditions, and how to apply. Candidates must:
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Visit their respective district's official website
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Download and read the notification PDF carefully
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Prepare and submit their application as per guidelines (usually offline or via email)
Here are some of the districts with active notifications:
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✅ Balasore – Notification PDF available
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✅ Ganjam – Multiple vacancies in Science & Arts streams
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✅ Rayagada, Koraput, Khordha, Mayurbhanj, Puri, and Subarnapur – All published detailed vacancy lists
For districts like Cuttack, Bargarh, Kendrapara, and Malkangiri, notifications are expected shortly. Keep an eye on updates!
📝 Pro Tip: How to Boost Your Chances
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Tailor your resume/CV to reflect your teaching experience and subject expertise
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Collect and attach certificates (academic, B.Ed., NCTE proof, etc.)
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If you're a retired teacher, include experience proof and pension documents
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Practice your interview skills, especially subject-wise explanations and classroom simulations
📅 Important Dates to Remember
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Application Start Date: Varies by district (most active by mid-May 2025)
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Deadline to Apply: Usually within 15–20 days of the notification
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Interview Dates: Will be communicated via email/phone by respective districts
District-Wise Vacancy Breakdown:
- Angul - Notification PDF
- Balangir - Notification PDF -
- Balasore - Notification PDF
- Bargarh -
- Bhadrak- Notification PDF
- Boudh - Notification PDF
- Cuttack -
- Deogarh -
- Dhenkanal - Notification PDF
- Gajapati - Notification PDF
- Ganjam - Notification PDF
- Jagatsinghpur - Notification PDF
- Jajpur -
- Jharsuguda - Notification PDF
- Kalahandi - Notification PDF
- Kandhamal - Notification PDF
- Kendrapara -
- Keonjhar - Notification PDF
- Khordha - Notification PDF
- Koraput - Notification PDF
- Malkangiri -
- Mayurbhanj - Notification PDF
- Nabarangpur - Notification PDF - Application Form
- Nayagarh - Notification PDF
- Nuapada - Notification PDF
- Puri - Notification PDF
- Rayagada - Notification PDF
- Sambalpur - Notification PDF
- Subarnapur - Notification PDF
- Sundargarh -