OAV Teacher Recruitment 2026 notification has been released for 815 Principals and Teacher vacancies in Odisha Adarsha Vidyalayas and Odisha Mining Adarsha Vidyalayas across the state. The online applications for OAVS Teacher Recruitment 2026 will commence on October 10, 2026. Candidates can check details regarding OAVS Teacher 2026 apply online dates, vacancies, eligibility, age limit, salary and selection process here.
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OAV Teacher Recruitment 2026
The Odisha Adarsha Vidyalaya Sangathan (OAVS), under the School & Mass Education Department, Government of Odisha has issued an indicative notification for OAV Teacher Recruitment 2026 under Advertisement No. 01/2026. The recruitment drive aims to fill 815 teacher posts across Odisha, covering Odisha Adarsha Vidyalayas (OAVs), and Odisha Mining Adarsha Vidyalayas (OMAVs). The OAVS Teacher Apply Online 2026 process will starts from October 10, 2026 on the official website, www.oav.edu.in, and candidates eligible for the recruitment can submit their applications until November 11, 2026.
OAV Teacher Notification 2026
OAVS Teacher Notification 2026 has been released under Advertisement No. 01/2026 on 23rd September 2026 for 815 Principal and under the Odisha Adarsha Vidyalaya Sangathan (OAVS). The short notification has been released, while the detailed notification is expected to be released soon. The detailed OAVS Teacher 2026 Notification will contain complete information regarding the vacancy distribution, eligibility criteria, educational qualification, age limit, selection process, examination pattern, application process, fee, and other important instructions. Candidates should verify all details in the detailed notification before applying online.
OAV Teacher Recruitment 2026 - Overview
*Organisation: Odisha Adarsha Vidyalaya Sangathan (OAVS)
*Indicative Advertisement Number: 01/2026 (Dated 23 September 2026)
*Total Vacancies: 815 Posts
*Participating Schools: Odisha Adarsha Vidyalayas (OAVs), and Odisha Mining Adarsha Vidyalayas (OMAVs)
*Category: Teacher Jobs
*Mode of Application: Online
*Online Application Dates: 10th October 2026 to 11th November 2026
*Selection Mode: Written Examination (Objective Multiple-Choice Questions) and Document Verification
*Official Website: https://oav.edu.in/
OAV Teacher Recruitment 2026: Important Dates
The indicative advertisement for OAVS Teacher Recruitment 2026 has already been released, while the online application schedule has been specified for October 10, 2026 to November 11, 2026.
- Indicative Advertisement Date: 23rd September 2026
- Detailed Notification Released Date: To be released
- OAVS Teacher Apply Online 2026 Starts: 12th October 2026
- OAV Teacher Online Application 2026 Last Date: 11th November 2026
- OAVS Teacher Exam Date 2026: To be announced
OAV Teacher Vacancy 2026
The indicative advertisement for OAVS Teacher Recruitment 2026 announces 815 vacancies for Principal and Teacher positions in Odisha Adarsha Vidyalayas (OAVs) and Odisha Mining Adarsha Vidyalayas (OMAVs). The detailed notification will provide the final subject-wise, post-wise and category-wise vacancy distribution. Until then, the following post-wise vacancy figures may be considered tentative and subject to confirmation.
- Principal: 105 Posts
- PGT English: 8 Posts
- PGT Mathematics: 30 Posts
- PGT Physics: 19 Posts
- PGT Chemistry: 21 Posts
- PGT Biology: 9 Posts
- PGT Computer Science: 14 Posts
- TGT English: 140 Posts
- TGT Mathematics: 63 Posts
- TGT Science: 36 Posts
- TGT Social Studies: 65 Posts
- TGT Odia: 17 Posts
- Art Teacher: 87 Posts
- P.E.T.: 60 Posts
- Computer Teacher: 70 Posts
OAV Teacher Eligibility Criteria 2026
The detailed OAVS Teacher eligibility conditions are yet to be published. Therefore, the educational qualifications and age requirements mentioned below are based on the eligibility pattern followed in previous OAVS recruitment. Candidates should check the detailed OAVS Teacher Notification 2026 before applying.
1. Educational Qualification for OAVS Principal
- Candidates should hold a Master’s degree from a recognized university.
- A minimum of 45% marks is required in the Master’s degree.
- Candidates should also possess a B.Ed. degree from an NCTE-recognized institution affiliated with a recognized university.
2. Educational Qualification for OAVS PGT (Post Graduate Teacher)
Candidates may qualify through either of the following routes:
Option 1:
- A 2-year Integrated Post Graduate Course in the concerned/relevant subject.
- Minimum 50% marks in the qualifying course.
- For SC/ST/PH/SEBC candidates, the minimum qualifying marks may be 45%.
OR
Option 2:
- A Master’s degree from a recognized university in the relevant subject.
- Minimum 50% marks.
- For SC/ST/SEBC/PH candidates, the minimum may be 45% marks.
- The subject combination should satisfy the requirements prescribed for the concerned PGT post.
Additional Requirement:
- A B.Ed. degree from an NCTE-recognized institution affiliated with a recognized university.
3. Educational Qualification for OAVS TGT (Trained Graduate Teacher)
Candidates are generally required to satisfy either of the following qualification routes:
Option 1:
- A 4-year Integrated Degree Course in the concerned subject.
- The course should be from an NCTE-recognized institution.
- Minimum 50% marks.
- For SC/ST/PH/SEBC candidates, the minimum may be 45% marks.
OR
Option 2:
- A Bachelor’s degree in Arts or Science with the required subjects.
- Minimum 50% marks in the degree.
- For SC/ST/PH/SEBC candidates, the minimum may be 45% marks.
- Along with a B.Ed. degree or 3-year integrated B.A. B.Ed.
- The B.Ed./integrated course should be from an NCTE-recognized institution.
- Minimum 50% marks in the B.Ed./integrated course, with applicable relaxation for reserved categories.
Other Requirements:
- Candidates should have the ability to teach in Odia and English.
- Knowledge of computers may be treated as a desirable qualification.
4. Educational Qualification for OAVS Art Teacher
- A Bachelor’s degree in Fine Arts or Visual Arts from a recognized university.
Other Requirements:
- Ability to teach in both Odia and English.
- Computer knowledge may be considered desirable.
5. Educational Qualification for OAVS PET (Physical Education Teacher)
- Candidates should possess a B.P.Ed. or M.P.Ed. degree in Physical Education.
- The qualification should meet the prescribed recognition requirements, including NCTE norms wherever applicable.
- The degree should be obtained from a recognized university or institution.
Other Requirements:
- Ability to teach in Odia and English.
- Computer knowledge may be desirable.
6. Educational Qualification for OAVS Computer Teacher
Candidates may be eligible with any one of the following qualifications:
- B.E./B.Tech. in Computer Science or Information Technology
- MCA
- M.Sc. in Information Technology
- M.Sc. in Computer Science
- ‘B’ Level qualification of DOEACC/NIELIT in Computer Science
- BCA
- B.Sc. in Computer Science
Other Requirement:
- Candidates should have the ability to teach in both English and Odia.
OAV Teacher Salary 2026
The selected candidates through OAVS Teacher Recruitment 2026 are expected to receive salary according to the applicable OAVS pay structure. The exact pay level, basic pay, allowances and other service benefits for the OAVS Recruitment 2026 will be confirmed through the detailed notification. Based on the salary structure followed in the previous recruitment, the expected post-wise basic pay is:
- Principal: Rs. 67,700 per month
- PGT English: Rs. 47,600 per month
- PGT Physics: Rs. 47,600 per month
- PGT Chemistry: Rs. 47,600 per month
- PGT Biology: Rs. 47,600 per month
- PGT Mathematics: Rs. 47,600 per month
- PGT Computer Science: Rs. 47,600 per month
- TGT English: Rs. 44,900 per month
- TGT Odia: Rs. 44,900 per month
- TGT Mathematics: Rs. 44,900 per month
- TGT Science: Rs. 44,900 per month
- TGT Social Studies: Rs. 44,900 per month
- Art Teacher: Rs. 44,900 per month
- P.E.T.: Rs. 35,400 per month
- Computer Teacher: Rs. 35,400 per month
OAV Teacher Apply Online 2026
The OAVS Teacher Apply Online 2026 process is scheduled to commence from 12th October 2026 through the official OAVS website, www.oav.edu.in. The direct application link is expected to be provided after the registration window opens. Candidates are advised to read the detailed notification carefully before filling out the OAVS Teacher Online Application Form.
How to Apply for OAV Teacher Recruitment 2026?
Once the OAVS Teacher 2026 application link becomes active, candidates can complete the registration by following these steps:
Step 2: Open the Recruitment section from the homepage.
Step 3: Find the advertisement for OAVS Teacher Recruitment 2026.
Step 4: Read the detailed notification carefully before proceeding.
Step 5: Complete the online registration using the required personal details.
Step 6: Fill in the application form with educational, communication and other required information.
Step 7: Upload the photograph, signature and supporting documents in the prescribed format.
Step 8: Pay the applicable examination/application fee through the available online payment facility.
Step 9: Review all entered information before final submission.
Step 10: Submit the application and keep the confirmation page or application copy for future reference.
OAV Recruitment 2026 Application Fee
The final OAVS Recruitment 2026 application fee will be confirmed through the detailed notification. Based on the fee structure followed in the previous recruitment, the expected fee may vary according to the post and category.
- UR & SEBC – Principal: Rs. 2,000
- SC, ST & PwD – Principal: Rs. 1,250
- UR & SEBC – Teacher Posts: Rs. 1,500
- SC, ST & PwD – Teacher Posts: Rs. 1,000
OAVS Teacher Age Limit 2026
Based on the previous recruitment pattern, the expected age requirements are:
- PGT/TGT and other Teacher Posts: 21 to 38 years
- Principal: 32 to 50 years
Age Relaxation:
- SC/ST candidates: 05 years
- SEBC/OBC candidates: 05 years
- PwBD candidates: 10 years
- Ex-Servicemen: Relaxation according to the relevant government provisions.
Note: The cut-off date for calculating age and the exact relaxation provisions will be mentioned in the detailed OAVS Teacher Notification 2026.
OAV Teacher Selection Process 2026
The OAVS Teacher Selection Process is yet to be announced. In earlier OAVS recruitment, selection has involved a Computer-Based Test (CBT) along with further stages applicable to the respective posts. The expected process may include:
- Computer-Based Test (CBT)
- Interview and/or other prescribed assessment, wherever applicable
- Document verification
OAVS Recruitment 2026 - Exam Centres
Based on the centres used in previous OAVS recruitment, the examination may be conducted at locations such as:
- Balasore
- Bargarh
- Baripada
- Berhampur
- Bhadrak
- Bolangir
- Bhubaneswar
- Cuttack
- Dhenkanal
- Rourkela
- Sambalpur
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