OSSTET Exam Salary & Job Profile
Updated 2026The OSSTET itself is a certification exam and does not carry a direct salary structure. However, the teaching positions that a candidate becomes eligible for after qualifying the OSSTET are government-regulated. Teachers in secondary schools in Odisha are compensated according to the pay scales established by the State Government. This usually includes a basic pay based on the assigned pay level for the teaching grade, along with various allowances such as Dearness Allowance (DA), House Rent Allowance (HRA), and other benefits as mandated by the government for state employees. The specific in-hand salary for a Secondary School Teacher varies depending on their specific post, years of experience, and the location of their posting. Detailed salary information for specific teacher designations is usually provided in the individual recruitment notifications published by the school authorities or the state education department following the hiring process.
| Post/Role | Level | Eligibility Requirement |
|---|---|---|
| Secondary School Teacher (TGT Arts/Science/Hindi/Classical) | Paper I | Graduation with B.Ed. or Equivalent Degree |
| Physical Education Teacher (PET) | Paper II | 12th Pass with C.P.Ed./D.P.Ed./B.P.Ed./M.P.Ed. |
