The Odisha Public Service Commission (OPSC) has announced 1375 vacancies for Post Graduate Teachers (PGT). The selection process includes a written test, personality test, and interview. Successful candidates will be appointed as PGTs in the Department of School and Mass Education. The OPSC PGT Exam will be held on 15th, 29th September, and 6th October 2024, across five zones, with three exam sessions each day.
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Overview of OPSC PGT Exam 2024
OPSC has announced 1375 Post Graduate Teacher vacancies in Group B for Higher Secondary Schools under the Department of School and Mass Education. Selected candidates will be appointed temporarily with a Pay Level 10 salary under ORSP Rules 2017.
| Recruitment Body | Odisha Public Service Commission (OPSC) |
|---|---|
| Posts Name | Post Graduate Teacher (PGT) |
| No. of Vacancies | 1375 |
| Department | Department of School and Mass Education |
| Category | Govt Jobs |
| OPSC PGT Exam Date | 15th, 29th September, and 6th October 2024 |
| Job Location | Odisha |
| Application Fee | Nil |
| Selection Process | Written Test (Paper I, II, III), Personality Test & Interview |
| Salary | Pay Level 10 |
| Job Type | Temporary (May be permanent) |
| Official Website | www.opsc.gov.in |
OPSC PGT Exam Session 2024
The OPSC PGT Exam Date has been announced for 1375 Post Graduate Teacher (PGT) vacancies. The written test will take place at Balasore, Berhampur, Bhubaneswar, Cuttack, and Sambalpur on 15th, 29th September, and 6th October 2024. The exam will be held in three sessions: Paper 1 from 9:00 am to 11:00 am, Paper II from 12:00 pm to 2:00 pm, and Paper III from 3:30 pm to 5:30 pm. Candidates should follow the schedule for their specific exam dates.
OPSC PGT Admit Card 2024
The Odisha Public Service Commission (OPSC) released the admit card for Post Graduate Teacher (PGT) posts on September 9, 2024. Candidates can download their admit cards from the official website www.opsc.gov.in or click on the button below.
OPSC PGT Vacancy 2024
For the OPSC PGT Recruitment, there are 1,375 Post Graduate Teacher (PGT) positions available across various subjects. Of these, 461 vacancies are reserved for women. The specific number of vacancies for each subject is detailed in the table below from the OPSC PGT Notification.
| Name of Discipline | Total Vacancies | Reserved for Women |
|---|---|---|
| Anthropology | 05 | 01 |
| Botany | 50 | 18 |
| Commerce | 48 | 17 |
| Chemistry | 69 | 24 |
| Education | 28 | 10 |
| English | 193 | 63 |
| Economics | 151 | 50 |
| Geography | 07 | 02 |
| Geology | 02 | 0 |
| Hindi | 14 | 05 |
| History | 141 | 46 |
| Home Science | 16 | 06 |
| Logic/Philosophy | 51 | 17 |
| Mathematics | 40 | 13 |
| Odia | 223 | 75 |
| Physics | 63 | 21 |
| Political Science | 142 | 47 |
| Psychology | 16 | 06 |
| Sanskrit | 21 | 08 |
| Sociology | 35 | 12 |
| Statistics | 09 | 03 |
| Zoology | 50 | 17 |
| Urdu | 01 | 0 |
| Total | 1375 | 461 |
OPSC PGT Vacancy Eligibility Criteria
| Criteria | Details |
|---|---|
| Educational Qualification | Master’s Degree in the relevant subject with at least 50% marks. Completed a 2-year graduate Master’s Course or a 6-year integrated course from a recognized institution. B.Ed degree is required where applicable; otherwise, it is not mandatory. Computer Application degree or diploma is desirable. |
| Age Limit (as of 01/01/2023) | Minimum age: 21 years. Maximum age: 38 years. Born between 02nd January 1985 and 01st January 2002. |
Selection Process of OPSC PGT
To become a Post Graduate Teacher (PGT), candidates must go through two main stages:
Written Examination
- It includes three papers: Paper I, Paper II, and Paper III.
- The test consists of multiple-choice questions.
Personality Test & Interview
- Candidates who pass the written exam will be invited for a personality test and interview.
OPSC PGT Exam Pattern 2024
The OPSC PGT Written Exam has three papers:
- Paper 1: Covers General English and General Knowledge.
- Papers 2 and 3: Focus on optional subjects.
- Each paper has 100 questions and is worth 100 marks.
- There is a negative marking: 1/4 of a mark will be deducted for each incorrect answer.
| Paper | Subject | Total Questions | Total Marks | Time Duration |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Paper I | General English and General Knowledge | 100 | 100 | 2 hours |
| Paper II | Concerned Optional Subject Paper I | 100 | 100 | 2 hours |
| Paper III | Concerned Optional Subject Paper II | 100 | 100 | 2 hours |
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FAQs
When Will the OPSC PGT Exam 2024 Take Place?
The OPSC PGT Exam will be held on 15 September, 29 September, and 06 October 2024.
What Is the Age Limit For the OPSC PGT Recruitment 2024?
Candidates must be between 21 and 38 years old as of 1 January 2023.
