OSSTET Syllabus 2024: Download Subject-Wise Syllabus PDF

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Hafsha Qureshi

Updated on - Jun 19, 2024

OSSTET Syllabus 2024 consists of 2 segments - Paper 1 and Paper 2. OSSTET Paper 1 syllabus Child Development, Pedagogy, and School Management and Evaluation. On the other hand, OSSTET Paper 2 includes English, C.P.Ed & B.P.Ed, and Child Development, Pedagogy, School Management and Evaluation.

OSSTET 2024 Syllabus is set by the authorities on the official website at bseodisha.ac.in. OSSTET Syllabus 2024 and weightage for Paper 1 and 2 are different. Both papers have a total of 150 questions in it. Every correct answer is one mark and there is no negative marking for wrong answers.

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OSSTET Syllabus 2024 PDF Download

OSSTET Syllabus is provided by the authorities on the official website alongside the notification. The link to the OSSTET syllabus 2024 PDF download link is given below:

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OSSTET 2024 syllabus is different for Papers 1 and 2. It is advised for candidates appearing for the exam to go through the syllabus. Every section with the subjects included within them is given below.

OSSTET 2024 Syllabus for Paper 1

The OSSTET Syllabus 2024 for Paper 1 includes multiple sections with different subjects. There is no negative marking for wrong answers. The exam will include MCQ-type questions.

Detailed information is given below-regarding sections and the subjects in them of the OSSTET exam syllabus for Paper 1.

OSSTET Syllabus 2024 for English

The following are the subjects included in the English section:

  • Comprehension from Unseen Passage
  • Comprehension from Poem
  • Grammar and Usage (Prepositions, Direct and Indirect Speech, Passives, etc)
  • Speaking Commonly
  • Mispronounced Words
  • Pedagogy

OSSTET Syllabus for Mathematics

Following are the subjects included in the Mathematics section:

  • Set Theory and its application
  • Probability
  • Sequence and series
  • Determinant and matrix
  • Mensuration
  • Analytical Solid Geometry
  • Trigonometry
  • Number System
  • Calculus of one variable
  • Quadratic Equations
  • Statistics
  • Coordinate Geometry

OSSTET Syllabus for Chemistry

The following are the subjects included in the Chemistry section:

  • Basic Concepts
  • Basic Principles of Organic Chemistry
  • The states of Matter
  • General Principles of Extraction of Metals
  • Chemical reactions
  • Chemical Equilibria and Ionic Equilibria
  • Chemical Bonding and Molecular Structure
  • Hydrocarbons
  • Structure of Atom
  • Basic Principles of Organic Chemistry
  • Classification and Elements and Periodicity in Properties

OSSTET Syllabus for Physics

The following are the subjects included in the Physics section:

  • Sound.
  • Electromagnetic Induction.
  • Electrostatics.
  • Gravitation.
  • Current Electricity.
  • Motion.
  • Optics.
  • Properties of Matter.

OSSTET Syllabus for Botany

The following are the subjects included in the Botany section:

  • Plant Diversity and Conservation.
  • Plant Diseases and Control Measures.
  • Growth Regulators in Plants.
  • Reproduction in Plants.
  • Tissue System.
  • Mendelism.
  • Photosynthesis.

OSSTET Syllabus for Zoology

The following are the subjects included in the Zoology section:

  • Taxonomy.
  • Cytology.
  • Genetics.
  • Excretion.
  • Nutrition.
  • Evolution.
  • Ecology.
  • Circulation.
  • Respiration.
  • Control and Coordination.

OSSTET Syllabus for History and Political Science

Following are the subjects included in the History and Political Science section:

  • Great Rulers of Ancient India
  • Local Governance
  • Development of Art and Architecture during the Maurya, Gupta, and Kushana ages.
  • Development of Literature and Science in Ancient India.
  • Electoral Process and Election Commission.
  • The growth of Indian nationalism.
  • The rise of British Power in India from the period 1757 to 1856.
  • Union Government.
  • Indian National Movement.
  • First World War and Russian Revolution.
  • Second World War Causes and Consequences.
  • Salient features of the Indian Constitution.
  • Preamble, Fundamental Rights,
  • Directive Principles of State Policy, Fundamental Duties.
  • Chief Secretary and District Collector
  • India’s Foreign Policy and its relation with the neighbors, etc.

OSSTET Syllabus for Geography and Economics

Following are the subjects included in the Geography and Economics section:

  • The physical geography of India.
  • Resources with special reference to India.
  • Emerging Concerns of the Indian Economy.
  • Indian Economy and Current Challenges.
  • Economic Development.
  • Money and banking.
  • Globe and maps.
  • Economic development.
  • Emerging Concerns of the Indian Economy.

OSSTET Syllabus for Urdu

The following are the subjects included in the Urdu section:

  • Grammar
  • Novel/ short story
  • Poetry
  • Drama
  • Pedagogy
  • Prose

OSSTET Syllabus for Telugu

The following are the subjects included in the Telugu section:

  • Language.
  • Contributions to famous works of literature for the development of the Telugu language.
  • Teaching methods and aids.
  • Unseen poetry passage.
  • Grammatical items.
  • Assessment of learning.
  • Education.

OSSTET Syllabus for Sanskrit

The following are the subjects included in the Sanskrit section:

  • Language Items.
  • Comprehension.
  • Grammar and sutra method.
  • Learning Sanskrit.
  • The contribution of famous Poets and Authors.
  • Method of assessment learning Sanskrit language and literature, Planning of assessment of teaching prose and poetry.

OSSTET Syllabus for Hindi

The following are the subjects included in Hindi section:

  • Literature
  • Comprehension
  • Poem
  • Grammar

OSSTET Syllabus for Child Development, Pedagogy, School Management and Evaluation

The following are the subjects included in Child Development, Pedagogy, School Management and Evaluation section:

  • Growth and Development.
  • Addressing Classroom diversity.
  • Understanding the learning process
  • Educational Management.
  • Assessment and Evaluation, LearningSchool Development Plan.
  • Addressing problems of adolescence
  • Recent developments in assessment
  • Approaches to understanding the nature of intelligence.
  • Organizing learning.
  • Factors affecting different developmental aspects.
  • Critical Pedagogy

OSSTET Syllabus Paper 2 2024

OSSTET ODIA syllabus for Paper 2 will have objective-type questions. There will be no negative marking for wrong answers. Detailed information is given below regarding sections and the subjects in them of BSE Odisha OSSTET syllabus 2024 for Paper 2.

OSSTET Syllabus for English

The English section includes the topics given below:

  • Comprehension from Unseen Passage.
  • Comprehension from Poem.
  • Grammar and Usage (Prepositions, Direct and Indirect Speech, Passives, etc).
  • Speaking Commonly Mispronounced Words.
  • Pedagogy

OSSTET Syllabus for C.P.Ed & B.P.Ed

Following are the subjects included in C.P.Ed & B.P.Ed section:

  • Principle and History of Physical Education.
  • Methods of Physical Education.
  • Officiating and Coaching.
  • Organization, Administration and Recreation.
  • Anatomy Physiology and Health Education.
  • Sports Psychology.

OSSTET Syllabus for Child Development, Pedagogy, School Management and Evaluation

The following are the subjects included in Child Development, Pedagogy, School Management and Evaluation section:

  • Growth and Development.
  • Addressing Classroom diversity.
  • Understanding the learning process
  • Educational Management.
  • Assessment and Evaluation, Learning School Development Plan.
  • Addressing problems of adolescence
  • Recent developments in assessment
  • Approaches to understanding the nature of intelligence.
  • Organizing learning.
  • Factors affecting different developmental aspects.
  • Critical Pedagogy

OSSTET Exam Pattern

OSSTET 2024 exam pattern is set by the  Board of Secondary Odisha. Paper 1 and 2 both will have a duration of 2.4 hours. The exam pattern is different for Paper 1 and 2.

The following sections have details regarding the exam pattern for both the papers.

OSSTET Exam Pattern for Paper 1

The exam pattern for Paper 1 comprises of sections, each having their own weightage. The following tabular structures contain the subject-wise OSSTET exam pattern.

Exam Pattern for Arts

OSSTET art exam 2024 question paper has a marking 1 for each correct answer. Candidates can check the section wise marking distribution down below:

Sections Questions Marks
Language 1 (Odia) 20 20
Language 2 (English) 20 20
Geography & EconomicsHistory & Political ScienceEnglish 60 60
Child Development, Pedagogy, School Management & Evaluation 50 50

Exam Pattern for Science

OSSTET exam pattern for science is given in the table below:

Sections Questions Marks
Language 1 (Odia) 20 20
Language 2 (English) 20 20
MathematicsPhysicsChemistry 60 60
Child Development, Pedagogy, School Management & Evaluation 50 50

Exam Pattern for CBZ

Sections Questions Marks
Language 1 (Odia) 20 20
Language 2 (English) 20 20
ChemistryBotanyZoology 60 60
Child Development, Pedagogy, School Management & Evaluation 50 50

Exam Pattern for Sanskrit

Sections Questions Marks
Language 1 (Odia) 20 20
Language 2 (English) 20 20
Sanskrit 60 60
Child Development, Pedagogy, School Management & Evaluation 50 50

Exam Pattern for Hindi

Sections Questions Marks
Odia 20 20
English 20 20
Hindi 60 60
Child Development, Pedagogy, School Management & Evaluation 50 50

Exam Pattern for Telugu

Sections Questions Marks
Odia 20 20
English 20 20
Telugu 60 60
Child Development, Pedagogy, School Management & Evaluation 50 50

Exam Pattern for Urdu

Sections Questions Marks
Language 1 20 20
Language 2 20 20
Urdu 60 60
Child Development, Pedagogy, School Management & Evaluation 50 50

OSSTET Exam Pattern for Paper 2

OSSTET exam pattern for Paper 2 is given in the tabular structure below for the Physical Education Teacher stream: 

Section Marks
Hindi 20
English 20
Contents of C.P Ed. Course 60
Child Development, Pedagogy, School Management & Evaluation 50

OSSTET Books for Preparation

It is advised that candidates prepare for the exam with the help of books and other study materials. The following table contains books for each section of the syllabus.

Name of the Book Author
Best 2000 Smart Question Bank Child Development and Pedagogy for CTET and State TETs S. Chand
Quantitative Aptitude For Competitive Examinations  RS Agarwala
Objective General English S.P Bakshi
CTET Language 1, English and Its Pedagogy Geeta Sahni
CTET Social Science/Studies Paper 2 Arihant

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