Odisha D.El.Ed (CT) Entrance 2026: Exam Date, Pattern, and Application Details

The State Council of Educational Research and Training (SCERT), Odisha, conducts the prestigious Odisha D.El.Ed entrance examination, commonly referred to as the Certificate in Teaching (CT). Designed to prepare candidates for a professional career in teaching, this two-year course serves as a gateway for aspiring educators. With over 6,500 seats available across the state, this exam is a crucial step for those aiming to join the government-led teacher training program.

Odisha CT Entrance Exam Overview

Understanding the core parameters of the examination is essential for all applicants. Review the overview details below to ensure you meet the eligibility and institutional requirements.

Conducting Body	State Council of Educational Research and Training (SCERT), Odisha
Exam Name	Odisha D.El.Ed Entrance, Odisha CT Entrance, or SCERT Odisha D.El.Ed.
Odisha CT Deled Exam Date	7th to 11th August 2026
Duration of Course	2 years
Eligibility	10+2 with a minimum of 50% marks (45% for SC/ST candidates).
No. of Seats	6500+
Official website	https://scert.samsodisha.gov.in, https://scert.odisha.gov.in/

Important Dates for Candidates

Candidates must keep track of the following timeline to ensure their application is processed successfully. You can check your status at the Odisha CT Entrance Admit Card 2026 portal.

Events	Dates
Notification Release Date	25th May 2026
Apply Online Starts	27th May 2026
Last Date to Apply	18th June 2026
Edit the application form	19th and 20th June 2026
Odisha CT Entrance Admit Card 2026	31st July 2025
Exam Date	7th to 11th August 2026

Exam Pattern and Fee Structure

The SCERT Odisha CT exam consists of 90 objective-type questions conducted in an offline format. Before appearing, make sure you review the Odisha CT D.El.Ed Syllabus and Exam Pattern 2026 - Click to Check. For additional preparation, you may also access Odisha CT Previous Year Question Papers - Click to Check.

Section	Subject	Total Questions	Total Marks
Section 1	Language (English)	10	10
Section 1	Education and General Awareness	05	05
Section 1	Reasoning	05	05
Section 1	Teaching Aptitude	10	10
Section 2	Language (Odia/Telugu/Urdu/Santali)	15	15
Section 2	Mathematics	15	15
Section 2	Social Science	15	15
Section 2	Science	15	15

Application Fee Structure

• General / OBC / SEBC: Rs. 500/-
• SC / ST / PwD: Rs. 300/-

Exam Shift Timings

Shift	Exam Timing
Shift 1	7 am to 9:30 am
Shift 2	10 am to 12:30 am
Shift 3	1 pm to 3:30 pm
Shift 4	4 pm to 6:30 pm

After your exam, prepare for the results by visiting the Odisha CT Entrance Admit Card 2026 Out - Click to Download page if you have not already obtained your hall ticket. Ensure you have proper identification and travel arrangements ready for your assigned exam center.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

What is the Odisha CT Entrance Exam Date 2026?

The Odisha CT D.El.Ed Entrance Exam 2026 is officially scheduled to be conducted from August 7 to August 11, 2026.

Is Odisha CT Entrance Exam 2026 Notification PDF release?

Yes, the official notification PDF for the Odisha CT Entrance Exam has been released and is available at https://scert.odisha.gov.in/

On which mode Odisha CT D.El.Ed Entrance Exam conducted?

The Odisha CT D.El.Ed Entrance Exam will be held strictly in offline (pen-and-paper) mode.