The Odisha Adarsha Vidyalaya Sangathan (OAVS) has released Advertisement No. 1/2026 for the direct recruitment of 815 regular posts — including Principal, PGT, TGT, Art Teacher, Physical Education Teacher and Computer Teacher — in Odisha Adarsha Vidyalayas (OAVs) and Odisha Mining Adarsha Vidyalayas (OMAVs). Online applications are open from 12 October 2026 to 11 November 2026 (up to 5:00 PM). Candidates must hold the prescribed professional qualification for the post — B.Ed. is required for the specified PGT and TGT routes — along with the required degree and, for TGT posts, a qualifying TET score. Read the notification for eligibility, selection process, pay scale and all other information.
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Released | 23 September 2026 |
| Online Application Start | 12 October 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply Online | 11 November 2026 (up to 5:00 PM) |
| Last Date for Fee Payment | 11 November 2026 |
| Exam Date (CBT) | To be notified |
| Admit Card | To be notified |
Application Fee
| Post / Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| Principal — UR / SEBC | Rs. 2,000 |
| Principal — SC / ST / PwD | Rs. 1,250 |
| Teaching posts — UR / SEBC | Rs. 1,500 |
| Teaching posts — SC / ST / PwD | Rs. 1,000 |
The fee is payable online through credit card, debit card, net banking or UPI. Bank charges and service tax may be extra.
Vacancy Details
| Post Name | Pay Level | Vacancies | Qualification |
|---|---|---|---|
| Principal | As per official notification | 109 | Master’s degree + B.Ed. + administrative experience |
| PGT (English, Physics, Chemistry, Biology, Mathematics, Computer Science) | As per official notification | As per notification | Relevant Master’s degree + B.Ed. |
| TGT (English, Odia, Mathematics, Science, Social Studies) | Level-10 (Rs. 44,900) | As per notification (TGT English: 150) | Relevant Bachelor’s degree + B.Ed. + TET |
| Art Teacher | As per official notification | As per notification | Prescribed qualification as per notification |
| Physical Education Teacher | As per official notification | As per notification | Prescribed qualification as per notification |
| Computer Teacher | As per official notification | As per notification | Prescribed qualification as per notification |
| Total | 815 |
The post-wise and subject-wise breakup for all 815 posts is given in the detailed notification on the official OAVS website.
Eligibility Criteria
Principal posts require a master’s degree with B.Ed. and the prescribed administrative experience. PGT posts require a relevant master’s degree with B.Ed. for the specified subjects (English, Physics, Chemistry, Biology, Mathematics, Computer Science). TGT posts require a relevant bachelor’s degree with B.Ed. and a qualifying teacher eligibility test — the notification specifies the applicable OSSTET, OTET Paper-II or CTET Paper-II qualification for the listed TGT subjects, in accordance with the prescribed guidelines. Art Teacher, Physical Education Teacher and Computer Teacher posts have their own prescribed qualification requirements. Candidates must check the exact subject-wise qualification table in Advertisement No. 1/2026 before applying, as eligibility details vary by post.
Age Limit
| Post | Age Limit (as on 01/01/2026) |
|---|---|
| Principal | Above 32 years and below 50 years |
| All other posts (PGT, TGT, Art, PET, Computer Teacher) | Above 21 years and below 42 years |
Age relaxation is applicable for reserved categories (SC/ST, women, SEBC) as per government rules — check the official notification for the exact relaxation table.
Salary / Pay Scale
TGT posts carry Pay Matrix Level-10 (Rs. 44,900). The pay scale for Principal and other teaching posts is given in the official notification — candidates should confirm it from Advertisement No. 1/2026.
Selection Process
- Computer Based Test (CBT)
- Interview
- Performance Test (where applicable)
- Document Verification and final merit list
Exam Pattern
To be notified in the detailed notification. The CBT is expected to be held in Odisha. Candidates should regularly check the official OAVS website for the exam date, admit card and exam scheme announcements.
Documents Required
- Recent passport-size photograph (as per prescribed format)
- Signature (as per prescribed format)
- Degree certificates and mark sheets (graduation / post-graduation as applicable)
- B.Ed. degree certificate
- TET qualifying certificate (OSSTET / OTET / CTET) for TGT posts
- Experience certificate for Principal posts
- Category certificate (SC/ST/SEBC) if applicable
- PwD certificate if applicable
- Valid photo ID proof (Aadhaar card, PAN card, voter ID)
How to Apply
- Read the official notification carefully before filling the form.
- Visit the official OAVS website at oav.edu.in.
- Find the Advertisement No. 1/2026 online application link.
- Register with your name, mobile number and email ID to get login credentials.
- Fill the application form with personal, educational and category details.
- Upload the photograph, signature and required certificates in the prescribed format.
- Pay the application fee online (credit card, debit card, net banking or UPI).
- Review all details, submit the form before 11 November 2026 (5:00 PM) and take a printout.
Interested candidates can read the full notification before applying.
Some Useful Important Links
| Download Notification | Click Here |
| Official Website | Click Here |
FAQs
Q: How many vacancies are there in OAVS Recruitment 2026?
A: A total of 815 regular vacancies for Principal, PGT, TGT, Art Teacher, Physical Education Teacher and Computer Teacher posts.
Q: What is the last date to apply for OAVS Recruitment 2026?
A: Online registration closes on 11 November 2026 at 5:00 PM.
Q: What is the age limit for OAVS Principal posts?
A: Above 32 years and below 50 years as on 01 January 2026.
Q: Is B.Ed. required for OAVS teaching posts?
A: Yes, B.Ed. is required for the specified PGT and TGT routes; other posts have their own prescribed qualifications.
Q: What is the application fee?
A: For Principal posts: Rs. 2,000 (UR/SEBC) and Rs. 1,250 (SC/ST/PwD); for teaching posts: Rs. 1,500 (UR/SEBC) and Rs. 1,000 (SC/ST/PwD).
Q: What is the selection process?
A: Computer Based Test, followed by interview, performance test and document verification.
Q: When will the OAVS exam be held?
A: The exam dates have not been announced yet; the CBT is expected to be held in Odisha.
Sources: OAVS Advertisement No. 1/2026; oav.edu.in.
We wish all candidates the best for their application.