Overview
The Odisha School Education Programme Authority (OSEPA) is pleased to invite applications for the position of Sishu Vatika Teacher (Pre‑Primary) for the year 2025. This is a permanent government appointment across schools in Odisha, designed to strengthen foundational education for young learners. (Odisha Govt Job Alert)
📌 Key Highlights
- Post: Sishu Vatika Teacher (Pre‑Primary School)
- Organization: OSEPA, Government of Odisha
- Application Mode: Online
- Application Fee: ₹0 (Completely free for all categories) (Odisha Govt Job Alert)
- Monthly Salary: Approximately ₹20,833/- (Odisha Govt Job Alert)
- Vacancies: Estimated 4,500+ positions across various districts of Odisha (newslensodisha.com)
👤 Eligibility Criteria (as of January 1, 2025)
- Education:
- Mandatory: +2 (Higher Secondary) with minimum 50% marks in Arts, Science, or Commerce streams from a recognized board.
- Desirable: Qualifications like DECE (Diploma in Early Childhood Care & Education) or PGDPPED (Post Graduate Diploma in Pre‑Primary Education) may boost selection chances. (Odisha Govt Job Alert)
- Age Range:
- Minimum: 20 years
- Maximum: 38 years
- Relaxations:
- SC/ST: +5 years
- OBC: +3 years
- PwD: +10 years (Odisha Govt Job Alert, Odisha Govt Job Alert)
🧠 Selection Process
| Stage | Description |
| CBT – 1 | Preliminary Written Test |
| CBT – 2 | Main Exam (Written) |
| Document Verification | Final stage to confirm eligibility |
There is no interview—selection is purely merit-based. (Odisha Govt Job Alert)
📝 Documents Required
- +2 Certificate & mark sheet
- Caste certificate (if applicable)
- PwD certificate (if applicable)
- Recent passport-size photograph
- Scanned signature
- Any additional certification (DECE/PGDPPED, if available) (Odisha Govt Job Alert, Odisha Govt Job Alert)
📅 Important Dates
- Online application: Portal to open soon (check the OSEPA official website regularly)
- Deadline: To be announced
- Exams: Dates will be published upon official notification (Odisha Govt Job Alert, testbook.com)
✨ Why Apply?
- Secure Government Role: Stable, post‑filled job at state level with retirement benefits.
- Attractive Salary: ₹20,833/month for pre‑primary teaching work.
- High Demand: Positions allocated across all districts increase placement chances.
- No Application Fee: Ridiculously easy to apply.
📌 Neighbouring Initiative – Sishu Sevikas
In June 2025, the Odisha government also launched the Sishu Sevika program, where childcare assistants (Sishu Sevikas) will be appointed in Sishu Vatikas across over 45,000 government schools. These support staff will assist with routine student needs—like hygiene, meals, and safety—allowing teachers to focus fully on teaching. Compensation is aligned with government school cooks under the Samagra Shiksha scheme. (Odisha Govt Job Alert, YouTube)
🛠 Tips Before You Start
- Check OSEPA site regularly for updates on the application portal.
- Prepare your documents in advance.
- If eligible, consider enrolling in DECE or PGDPPED to strengthen your profile.
- Begin preparation: Focus on early childhood pedagogy, general awareness, and exam-specific practice.
- Bookmark your dashboard once the application opens and don’t delay submission.
✅ Apply Now – When Open
Keep an eye on the official OSEPA website—the portal will open soon. With no fee, straightforward eligibility, and a rewarding career path, this is your opportunity to launch your journey in early childhood education. Remember: being early increases your placement advantages.
